A Day at the Met
There isn't a "typical" day at the Met—and that's exactly what makes learning here different.
Some mornings begin in Advisory, where students gather with their advisor and classmates to plan their day, reflect on their learning, or prepare for upcoming projects. Other days begin with a whole-school community meeting, bringing students and staff together to celebrate achievements, share important information, and strengthen the culture of the school.
And on internship days, many students don't come to campus at all. Instead, they head directly to their Learning Through Interest (LTI) placement, where they spend the day learning alongside professionals in workplaces across the region.
While every student's schedule is unique, every day is purposeful.
A School Built Around Relationships
At the heart of every student's experience is their Advisory—a small learning community led by an advisor who stays with students throughout their four years at the Met.
Advisories provide academic guidance, goal setting, college and career planning, and a strong sense of belonging. Advisors get to know each student as an individual, work closely with families, and help students navigate both the challenges and opportunities of high school.
Learning That Has Meaning
Academic learning at the Met is active, engaging, and connected to the world beyond the classroom.
Students read, write, investigate, design, discuss, present, and solve authentic problems. Rather than learning subjects in isolation, students are encouraged to make connections across disciplines and apply their learning in meaningful ways.
Small classes allow teachers to know their students well and provide the support and challenge each learner needs to grow.
Learning Through Interest
A defining part of the Met experience is Learning Through Interest (LTI).
Two days each week, students learn at internship sites that match their interests and goals. Working alongside mentors, students gain valuable experience, develop professional skills, and explore careers ranging from healthcare and engineering to education, business, the arts, technology, public service, and skilled trades.
These experiences become an extension of the classroom, helping students connect academic learning to real-world challenges and opportunities.
Reflection, Growth, and Opportunity
Learning at the Met is about more than completing assignments. Students regularly reflect on their experiences, set goals, revise their work, and demonstrate what they have learned through projects, presentations, and exhibitions.
Along the way, they develop the confidence, independence, and problem-solving skills that prepare them for college, careers, and life.
A Week at the Met
While no two schedules are exactly alike, a typical week includes a balance of:
- Advisory and relationship building
- Academic classes and workshops
- Whole-school meetings and community gatherings
- Learning Through Interest (internships)
- Independent and collaborative projects
- College and career planning
- Clubs, athletics, arts, and other student activities
Every experience is designed with one goal in mind: helping students become capable, curious, and confident young adults.
Every Day Has a Purpose
At the Met, learning doesn't fit neatly into a bell schedule.
Some of the most important lessons happen during conversations with an advisor, while working alongside a mentor, collaborating on a project, presenting an exhibition, or serving the community.
That's why no two days look exactly the same—and why every day brings new opportunities to learn, grow, and discover what's possible.