The San Diego County Juvenile Court and Community Schools enrolls approximately 2800-3100 young people at 55 sites throughout the county.
Alternative education is offered to students in small comfortable classroom settings.
The target population is incarcerated and high-risk elementary, middle, and high school age students. It is the mission of the Juvenile Court and Community Schools to prepare all of its students to function as informed and effective citizens, to realize personal fulfillment, and to successfully operate in the world of work. The Choices program is also designed to assist teachers in teaching career development units that reflect the world of work needs. Using various resources, students learn how to be successful in the world of work. This component enlists the active involvement of employers in the community to provide students with work-based learning opportunities.