Student must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Students may continue with the program until they earn their diploma. The diploma may be granted by the ALC or by the home high school of the district where the student lives. Younger students may return to their home high school and graduate with their class. Students whose high school class has graduated may transfer to the GED program and earn a GED diploma.
Students develop a plan for their next steps beyond the diploma employment, further education, etc.
This program is designed for people who cannot attend school on a daily basis due to work or family obligations or personal issues. During the 1998-99 year, a total of 437 learners were served in this program. This is an open enrollment program and does not have a waiting list. Students begin by taking a 4-session Futures class to assess their interests and skills and develop a Learning Plan with their advisor. Regular classes are a combination of conferences with the instructor and independent study done at home.