Students find that our personalized approach, with individualized instruction, smaller classes and individual learning contracts, emphasize student success in a non-competitive manner. We encourage visits from interested parents and prospective students to our campus located next to Mountain View High School. Alta Vista High School provides a safe, caring environment in which assessment and experiential learning assist students in improving personal, social and academic skills so that they may assume a positive role in their community. As a continuation high school, Alta Vista provides students a second chance to succeed. The Alta Vista High School program offers greater flexibility in scheduling and instruction than the traditional high schools, allowing students to progress at their own pace.
Instruction is geared around the needs of the individual student.
Teachers use a variety of techniques including individualized instruction, cooperative learning, independent study, contract work, computer-assisted instruction, group instruction and various combinations thereof. Besides offering the required subjects necessary for a high school diploma, Alta Vista High School offers a special place for students to achieve their educational goals in a flexible, personalized and caring environment. Our curriculum is designed to challenge each and every student. Alta Vista High School offers a variety of programs to meet each student's special needs. In addition to providing relevant curriculum and academic rigor to prepare our students for entrance into college and the world of work, our students receive comprehensive counseling support for a wide range of issues.