The NET 2 Charter High School

The NET 2 Charter High School, located at 6601 Franklin Ave in New Orleans, is a non-traditional, therapeutic-focused high school designed specifically for students who have struggled in or disengaged from traditional educational settings. As part of the "The NET" network of schools, it operates with a core mission of reclaiming students who have dropped out or are at risk of doing so, providing them with a flexible, supportive environment to earn their high school diploma. The school is known for its small class sizes and a personalized approach that emphasizes trauma-informed care and restorative justice practices, aiming to rebuild students' confidence and connection to the learning process.

Beyond academics, The NET 2 prioritizes the "whole student" by integrating robust social-emotional support and real-world preparation into the daily curriculum. The school utilizes a competency-based model, which allows students to progress at their own pace based on mastery of skills rather than traditional seat time. By fostering a close-knit, mentor-heavy community, the school seeks to address the systemic barriers that many New Orleans youth face, ultimately guiding them toward post-secondary success, career readiness, and long-term personal stability.