Bill said that Alta Vista, too, is now accredited, and is one of the few continuation high schools that has become academically accredited. They have also started fielding sports teams with the help of a volunteer coach. The difference is the case management program, based on the University of Washington case management studies. Hinde Webber, the Director of Case Management for Alta Vista High School, told us about her efforts over the past three years to apply the Washington program to Alta Vista. Hinde, who has experienced the ups and downs of raising eight children, said she recognizes that each child has differences in learning skills.
Some differences are due to personal, family or social problems.
There are seven key functions which characterize this case management method. Hinde cited several examples of students who benefited from the program. In addition to our Endowment for Outreach dollar contribution, we can participate through the tutoring program. Those who are interested should plan to visit Alta Vista first and simply observe. Since the school term will be over on June 10, the best time to start will be next Fall.