Educational Options within 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.