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NIJIN Academy's New Initiative to Support Student Futures

On May 2025, NIJIN Academy, a pioneering alternative school for students facing school withdrawal, will launch a new set of pathway support options aimed at broadening the future prospects of its students. Operated by NIJIN Corporation, headquartered in Koto, Tokyo, the academy is dedicated to transforming the lives of children through innovative educational practices.

Background for the New Options

The initiative for these options arose from concerns voiced by parents. Many worry that school withdrawal could lead to limited choices in the future, with common sentiments including worries over academic evaluations and excessive gaming. Understanding that societal and educational landscapes are rapidly changing, NIJIN Academy aims to replace these vague anxieties with tangible hopes and expectations. With the new pathway support options, the academy is committed to providing personalized assistance to each child, supporting them in making profound career decisions related to further education, employment, or entrepreneurship.

Details of the Support Options

The pathway support options will include a variety of resources to assist students:

• - Access to a Pathway Information Room: A dedicated space where students can find valuable resources about different educational and career paths.
• - Consultation Support: Guidance on accessing application materials and individual consultations regarding various high schools.
• - One-on-One Consultation with Career Supporters: Personalized sessions with mentors to discuss options and receive advice.
• - Free Participation in Paid Events: Opportunities to engage in various paid workshops and events focusing on career planning and exploration.
• - Pathway Talks by Tatsuhiro Hoshino: Educational sessions led by the founder and CEO, designed to inspire and inform

Upcoming Events

In addition to these support options, NIJIN Academy will host projects in collaboration with partner high schools, as well as lectures from entrepreneurs and various industry professionals, providing continuous learning opportunities for students.

Reflections from Recent Pathway Lectures

Feedback from recent pathway lectures illustrates the impact of this initiative:

• - A fourth-grade student expressed, "I realized I can deepen my interests even at a young age. It gave me confidence."
• - A sixth-grade father shared, "I upgraded my perspective on educational pathways."
• - A mother of a first-year middle school student noted, "Choosing a high school feels less daunting now. I told my son he must make the final decision for himself."
• - Another sixth-grade mother commented, "I used to worry about being 'normal' too much, but it was encouraging to learn there are diverse choices available."

About NIJIN Academy

Established in September 2023, NIJIN Academy serves students in elementary and middle school who struggle with conventional schooling. The academy has attracted over 450 students from across 38 prefectures in Japan. With a focus on providing psychological safety, interactive lessons led by top educators, and child-centered projects, NIJIN aims to create a hopeful future for all students, transforming feelings of inferiority or guilt associated with school withdrawal into empowerment. It's noteworthy that over 90% of its participating students have successfully gained attendance recognition from their enrollment schools as of March 2025.

For more information, visit the NIJIN Academy website.

About NIJIN Corporation

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