Teachers include professional artists, writers, and performers as well as former college instructors.
In addition to Community Service requirements in both the middle and high school, the entire school participates in service days during the year.
Friday Lunch events include everything from distinguished guest speakers (such as University of Oregon President and Multnomah County District Attorney) to friendly games of dodgeball.
Northwest Academy students write two substantial, college-level thesis projects in their senior year. All juniors and seniors receive college credit through the PSU Challenge Program.