The emphasis of this program is to have a challenging and engaging curriculum coupled with the development of self-directed learning skills in our students. They will be guided through the use of a diversified instructional delivery system in the acquisition of basic reading, writing, computational and computer skills. Students will also be exposed to a qualitative and enticing integrated curriculum in the social sciences, history, health, mathematics, and language arts. Our special focus is to provide Hispanics, including Limited English Proficiency students and other participants, with effective instruction in English language development and the knowledge of Hispanic culture and language. The Hispanic students are required to take history classes with emphasis on Puerto Rican History, African American History, as well as Spanish and English language arts.
Many students come with the hope that they can be helped.
The students accumulate a total of 21 credits in order to graduate. Part of the credits will be obtained through a Computer Certification Program which provides the students with an added tool to compete in the job market. This program is designed to make a transition from school to work because many of the students are forced to go to work as soon as they finish high school to support their families. The Computer Certification Program includes mastery in typing, data base, word processing, spreadsheet, accounting and desktop publishing. These classes are compatible with MPS courses.