The article described the program as follows: Unlike public schools, the students day didn't begin with academics.

Unlike most other private schools in the city, admissions tests are not required, only an interview.

This school, unlike most middle schools, is a grade six through nine establishment.

"Unlike other schools, we're not settled into our academic programs and need to manage many complex issues as we move forward."

Unlike conventional public high schools, a student does not have the same schedule every day.

Also unlike other Russian elementary schools, discipline is the rule.

Unlike normal high schools, club meetings are held during the students' lunch period.

And unlike other schools, the curriculum emphasizes music history in a cultural context.

And unlike most schools, the administrative offices were located on the second floor.

Unlike other high schools, this program does not use extensive facilities in which to operate.