Where Different Minds Grow
We cultivate an inclusive community of changemakers through a fusion of regenerative agriculture, authentic entrepreneurship, creative expression, and adaptive AI technology. Our mission is to empower neurodivergent and neurotypical youth to thrive in a supportive, growth-oriented environment.
Regenerative Agriculture
Urban farming and sustainable practices rooted in the legacy of Growing Power.
Our Program Pillars
Authentic Entrepreneurship
Students run a real farm stand while learning financial literacy and business skills.
Creative Arts
Visual arts, digital media, and portfolio development for all creative minds.
Adaptive AI Technology
Personalized AI learning coaches designed to support neurodivergent learners.
Our Programs
Two immersive pathways designed to nurture neurodivergent and neurotypical youth in Oak Creek.
Break School Core Program
Our flagship program runs from September through May. Designed for ages 14-21, it offers a sliding-scale tuition model. Students engage in hands-on urban farming, authentic entrepreneurship, creative arts, and adaptive AI technology.
Camp BreakGround
A 10-week summer camp for ages 10-18. Our pipeline program features tuition of $1,000-$1,200 with a 40% scholarship commitment. It provides a foundational experience in regenerative agriculture and creative expression before transitioning into the Core Program.
Our Leadership Team
We are a collaborative team dedicated to fostering inclusive excellence and empowering neurodivergent youth through regenerative agriculture and technology.
Dr. Sylvia Wilson, PhD
Founder & Executive Director
Dr. Sylvia Wilson is a visionary leader dedicated to inclusive excellence. She founded Break School, Inc. to honor neurodiversity as human diversity, cultivating an inclusive community of changemakers through a fusion of regenerative agriculture and technology.
Will Allen
Senior Agricultural Advisor
Will Allen is a MacArthur 'Genius' Fellow and the founder of Growing Power. His legacy in regenerative agriculture provides the foundation for our urban farming curriculum, emphasizing soil health and community-based food sovereignty.
Thomas Wilson
Board Treasurer
Thomas Wilson serves as our Board Treasurer, ensuring the financial integrity and growth of our programs. He is committed to maintaining a transparent and sustainable foundation for our youth community in Oak Creek.
Join Our Community
We are fiscally sponsored by Embolden WI, a Wisconsin 501(c)(3). Your contributions are tax-deductible and empower our neurodivergent changemakers to grow.
Break Schoo Inc.
We are located in the heart of Oak Creek, Wisconsin. Our mission is to cultivate inclusive excellence through a fusion of regenerative agriculture, creative arts, and adaptive AI technology.
hello@breakschool.org
(608) 555-0123
123 Greenway Drive, Oak Creek, WI 53131