Welcome James E. Dottke Project-Based Learning High School!

Since 1983, we have been intentionally different in how we do school and are now proud to deliver a student-driven, project-based learning education that serves up to 200 students of all backgrounds and abilities in grades 9-12.  At Dottke, we move beyond rigorous content delivery by expecting our students to then apply what they’ve learned in meaningful, authentic ways that have a positive impact on themselves, their school, their community or the world.  

Dottke students learn by doing.

Using our district’s Strategic Plan and the Deeper Learning Competencies, Dottke created our Independent PBL Model that all students and staff follow during the learning process.  Students culminate their learning experience by going public with their work. At Dottke, our “Learning That Works” is shown in ways that are equitable and allow students to experience a sense of belonging so they feel confident to live life on their own terms.  

A Dottke graduate leaves ready to take on the world.