What Happened When a District Decided to 'Mess with High School'.

The article analyzes innovative steps taken as Synergy at Mineola High School in student learning. The school gives students a break from traditional academics, where Synergy students help a local entrepreneur figure out his newest project. In this manner students not only perfect their curriculum, but also master science standards in a hands-on environment. Synergy, an alternative offshoot of the high school, is brainchild of Michael Nagler, superintendent of the Mineola school district.