KOSHKONONG TRAILS SCHOOL

Koshkonong Trails School is a public charter school that is part of the Cambridge School District school district, located in Cambridge, WI.

Koshkonong Trails School is a public charter school located in Cambridge, Wisconsin, serving students in grades 6–12. Operating as part of the Cambridge School District, the school is founded on a project-based learning (PBL) philosophy. This approach moves away from traditional lecture-based instruction, instead tasking students with completing real-world projects that integrate multiple academic disciplines. By focusing on hands-on experiences, the school aims to foster critical thinking, collaboration, and a deeper engagement with the local community and natural environment.

A central feature of the school’s identity is its emphasis on "place-based education," which utilizes the surrounding geography of the Koshkonong area as a primary classroom. The school maintains a small-school atmosphere designed to build strong, personalized relationships between students and staff. With a focus on student agency, personalized learning plans, and an outdoor-centric curriculum, Koshkonong Trails serves students looking for an alternative educational experience that prioritizes individual passions and practical, experiential learning over standardized testing and rigid traditional structures.

For more information, contact Koshkonong Trails School at (608) 423-4345 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.