Appleton Cooperative Educational Center

The Appleton Cooperative Educational Center (ACEC), located at 320 S. Walnut St. in Appleton, Wisconsin, functions as a specialized program within the Appleton Area School District (AASD). Unlike a traditional neighborhood high school, the ACEC is designed to offer alternative educational pathways for students who may benefit from a more personalized, non-traditional learning environment. It focuses on providing a supportive atmosphere that emphasizes student engagement, credit recovery, and the development of essential life and academic skills to help students progress toward graduation.

The center operates on a cooperative model, prioritizing small class sizes and close relationships between students and faculty. By leveraging the resources of the larger district, the ACEC provides a flexible curriculum that allows students to learn at their own pace while maintaining a strong connection to the district's overall educational standards. It serves as a vital resource for the Appleton community by ensuring that students who face barriers to success in conventional school settings have the tools and individual attention necessary to achieve their diplomas and transition successfully into post-secondary life.