Submitted by Mrs. Prats (not verified) on September 1, 2007 - 09:07.
As a mother of a student who benefits from an alternative placement (Ombudsman), I have seen first hand the benefits that this kind of opportunity can produce: improved self-esteem, learning empowerment, and responsibility acceptance, as she is required to hold a job to participate in it. The traditional high school setting is not for everyone. Proactively offering effective alternative high school placements, before the students become a problem, and with the clear notion that the placement should not merely become a dumping ground for problematic students, ultimately benefits not only the students in them, but also those who stay in the traditional setting by freeing up time, and teaching resources.
Second chance schools
Submitted by Mrs. Prats (not verified) on September 1, 2007 - 09:07.
As a mother of a student who benefits from an alternative placement (Ombudsman), I have seen first hand the benefits that this kind of opportunity can produce: improved self-esteem, learning empowerment, and responsibility acceptance, as she is required to hold a job to participate in it. The traditional high school setting is not for everyone. Proactively offering effective alternative high school placements, before the students become a problem, and with the clear notion that the placement should not merely become a dumping ground for problematic students, ultimately benefits not only the students in them, but also those who stay in the traditional setting by freeing up time, and teaching resources.