The backbone of Ypsilanti New Tech High School @ Ardis' unique learning environment is Project-Based Learning. Instead of handing out daily assignments, teachers assign long-term, real-world projects with different components. Components of any given project may include a written essay and a digital project such as a website, PowerPoint presentation, or photo essay. Finally, students present their work orally to their classmates. Through the various projects students complete throughout their education experience at New Tech, students gain experience working individually, with a partner, or in a group, as they will upon entering the 21st Century workforce.