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Common Indicators of Success for Alternative Education Programs

A Smaller Enrollment: Smaller is better, at least for instructional groups. Teachers know each student, students know and respect one another, there is an overwhelming sense of family and students note that they feel safe and cared about. Meals are often prepared by students and both staff and students eat together.

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In the past, alternative education may have most often been described as off-site programs for the most at-risk students. Now, a variety of private and public alternative schools and programs are evolving to support Oregon's commitment to help students achieve high academic and career-related standards and to pursue their individual goals and interests.

	School & District Programs Program names and descriptions are provided annually by school districts.
	ORS & OARs Oregon Revised Statues (ORS) and Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) related to Alternative Education.
	Technical Assistance & Resources This page contains resources and regulation that support alternative educational options for students.
	Personalized Learning Personalizing the diploma for each student and helping students plan for their post-high school education and career goals.
	Attendance, Graduates & Dropouts Reports on student enrollment, graduates (high school completers) and droputs.

	Private Alternative Schools Includes a list of private alternative schools by county, registration materials and standards.
	Toolkits for Districts Toolkits for program approval, evaluation and review of district policies and procedures.
	Oregon Diploma Preparing each student for advanced learning, work and citizenship.
	Dropout Prevention This page contains links to on-line resources to help you develop dropout prevention and recovery programs at your school.
	Comprehensive Guidance & Counseling Comprehensive guidance and counseling is an integral part of the school support system that advances high quality learning opportunities.

Miscellaneous ODE Links

Accelerated Learning Opportunities 9/19/2012 (748.58 KB)

Contacts

Drew Hinds (503) 947-5799
Teaching & Learning Team - Education Specialist
Paula Merritt (503) 947-5746
Teaching & Learning Team - Administrative Specialist