Education Options Non_LAUSD

Many students who have not been able to achieve educational success in our traditional comprehensive schools may require a different educational setting to earn their high school diploma. Alternative educational settings are reserved for those specific students who need a smaller educational setting, more individualized instruction, have fallen behind on credits, require a shorter school day, struggle with behavioral issues, or who have a variety of educational concerns which can not be met at the traditional comprehensive school. The following is a list of the many educational options for students who reside within and outside of the Los Angeles Unified School District. This list will provide you with an overview of all the LAUSD alternative educational placements to assist you in making an informed decision.

 

Before considering one of the many alternative educational options we encourage all current and former LAUSD students to contact their Diploma Project Adviser, Pupil Services and Attendance Counselor, and/or Academic Counselor. These staff have specialized knowledge in the many alternative educational placement options and can assist students in making a well informed decision based on their individual needs. These staff can also assist students with enrollment and transferring educational information to ensure proper placement and success.

 

Note: *If you chose to go to an alternative educational placement outside of this list, it is important to be aware if the placement is WASC accredited. If the placement is not WASC accredited, you may not be eligible for financial aid for higher education and your diploma may not be accepted at universities (in California or Outside) requiring you to attend a community college before transferring to a state university. For further information regarding WASC accreditation you can look on the CDE website www.cde.ca.gov .

 

In addition, many online programs offering a high school diploma are not accredited by WASC. Please make sure you check the CDE website before choosing an educational option to earn your high school diploma.

 

NON-DISTRICT ALTERNATIVE PLACEMENTS

 

Insight School is a WASC Accredited, full-time, tuition-free, diploma granting online public high school. Must be a resident of LA, Orange, Ventura, San Bernardino or Kern County and be 19 years old or younger. 

Job Corps was founded to assist young people with the educational opportunity to earn a high school diploma or GED and job training. It was established by the U.S. Department of Labor as a free enterprise system for motivated young adults from 16-24 who participate in residential and non-residential programs. The Los Angeles Job Corps Center is located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles and offers 24 different skills training from Computer Programming to Auto Repair to X-Ray technician. In addition to training and education the students receive medical and dental care, clothing allowances, spending money, meals, dormitory accommodations and recreational activities. Graduates of Los Angeles Job Corps go on to exciting careers, college or military and advanced training. Tours of the campus are available by appointment.

Los Angeles Job Corps Center

1106 S. Broadway

Los Angeles, CA 90015

www.jobcorps.dol.gov

 

Los Angeles Conservation Corps (LACC) operates three charter school sites accredited by WASC. At the three campuses-LACC High School, EcoAcademy and Youth Opportunities High School more than 250 students who did not succeed at a traditional school get another chance to earn a diploma. These charter schools provide students (ranging in age from 15 to 23) with a holistic learning experience that integrates academics with experiential learning. Each of the campuses offers a unique experience. The schools operate on a four quarter, year round system. Students may be admitted at the beginning of any quarter.

www.lacorps.org

LACC High School offers approximately 100 students instruction in classes of 10 to 15. They also have case managers who assist students in overcoming personal challenges to graduation. Since students are 18 and older, this campus focuses on job skills and transitioning to employment. This involves hands on service projects.

South Central Campus

2824 S. Main St

Los Angeles, CA 90007

East Los Angeles Campus

4240 Hammel St

Los Angeles, CA 90063

 

EcoAcademy High School has approximately 75 students ranging in age from 14 to 18. They enroll in small classes of 10-15 that lead to an accredited high school diploma and emphasize environmental studies. Students are required to earn the traditional 220 credits and pass the CAHSEE. In addition, they annually participate in 40 hours of environmental service work, such as creating urban gardens.

Youth Opportunities High School (YOHS), Watts offers a small school setting of approximately 75 students in small classes of 10-15 per class. YOHS also has case managers who help students with overcoming their personal challenges. This campus is unique in emphasizing fine art studies in acting, drawing or painting where students are encouraged to explore their creativity. Students must be between the ages of 14 – 18 and must complete the traditional 220 credits and CAHSEE for graduation.

Youth Opportunities High School (YOHS)

1827 E. 103rd St

Los Angeles, CA 900002

 

Soledad Enrichment Center (SEA) operates 15 school sites in the LAUSD area. Students aged 14 – 18 are accepted including individuals with IEPs. They offer a continuous enrollment system where new students are administered English/ Language Arts and Mathematics assessments which are evaluated with transcripts from previous schools to determine skill levels and then an Individualized learning plan (ILP) is created. The classroom teacher designs an individual schedule of classes where the student day is organized into three, 120 block periods within which students move in three stations for periods of 40 minutes. The stations include; small group direct instruction, independent study or cooperative learning groups, and Computer Assisted Learning (CAL). SEA offers a wide range of support programs including; a career specialist, instructional assistants, family support and services, violence prevention and special education. Currently, they are in the initial stages of the WASC process.

Community Colleges are located throughout the city and offer a wide range of opportunities for students to earn the GED, Associate of Arts degree and skills certification. Student support includes child care, job placement, counseling and tutoring. Programs are available for students with disabilities as well as those preparing for college level English reading and writing. Over 140 career options in industries ranging from computer science to entertainment to hospitality are offered. Courses begin four times per year with day or evening classes. The cost per unit is significantly less than other post-secondary institutions.