The Met, founded by the non-profit – The Big Picture Learning began in 1996 as a groundbreaking new school with a student-teacher ratio of 15:1, high standards and strong family engagement. Now entering our 13th year, the Met has expanded to a network of seven small, public high schools throughout Rhode Island. The Met empowers its students to take charge of their learning, become responsible citizens and life-long learners. Met milestones include internships, individual learning plans, advisories and a breakthrough college transition program.