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Q: Alternative schools.?
I really am not enjoying my school and the way most schools teach and go about education what school should be like. My parents cannot afford to send me to any of the local alternative schools and I am too old to join summerhill school now and I really don't know what to do i am in despair. please please please could someone help me some how.

A: You might consider a Vocational School which seems to be very popular among high school students. This is an alternative school in a way, but it gives you the chance to learn a trade rather than going strictly with academic classes such as the traditional math, English, or science. Check with your district to see if this is available. You still graduate from your high school, as this type training is usually for the last two years of school. You can learn office automation, business, or any number of topics. Good luck.

Q: Should behaviorally challenged children be placed in alternative schools or separate classrooms?
I think they should be placed in separate classrooms (separate from the disabled students) in the regular mainstream school. There is NO need for alternative schools. Alternative schools are just a bunch of snobbish mainstream schools that think they are better than everyone else. At least private schools don't do this. They have a different curriculum for a different reason. But alternative schools don't. I think that this is VERY inappropriate. This is against the "least restrictive environment". Alternative schools does not justify as the appropriate program for them. They are simply schools for ALL children to attend. Alternative schools provide a choice either attending the mainstream school OR nontraditional school. Alternative schools do not meet the needs of special needs students. And I am so angry whenever schools suggest alternative schools as the BEST placement for behaviorally challenged children.

A: Hi Jessica. Yes, I agree with you once again. Your thoughts are exactly why I feel you should become a TEACHER or COUNSELOR for kids with disabilities. Maybe everything you have been through has been for a bigger purpose...that of teaching. Children that are behaviorally challenged, should be placed in a seperate classroom from the disabled children. It is extremely frightening for a child with disabilities to see the kids go off and not know what to do. PARENTS of these behaviorally challenged students ALSO need to step up and get more control over their children. It seems that the parents of the kids that upset the classrooms, don't get involved in these classrooms. That is totally unfair for those of us parents that participate all the time & help our children that have disabilities. We are presently training one of our Shelties as a Therapy Pup for use in the school system. We cannot wait to see how the kids respond to him. It's alot of training, but if the children respond, it will be well worth all the effort. Blessings, Patti

Q: Are alternative schools just for kids with problems?
I have a problem in a sense, but not behavioral problems or a disability. I just don't fit in traditional schools and I get anxiety in classes and school. I also feel very nervous and stressed and I really hate to be surrounded by a lot of people. There is a lot more reasons why I want to go into a different school too. And do alternative schools work like independent studies? Where you meet up with a teacher, take the work home, do it, and return in a few days to turn it in. If not, how do they work?

A: the majority of alternative schools are for studenst with behavioral problems-unfortunately they include both studenst like yourself and students who are acting act toward others- there are some special education classes/schools that may be suitable for someone classified as Other Health Impaired as you could be Generally alternative/special education schools are structured-I have not heard of self study- You can possibly qualify for home instruction (usually 2 hours a day). I have even heard of studnenst going to school through the internet-the class and studnet would be connected live......

Q: What would happen to the troubled youth of America if alternative schools never existed?
My star pupil, Silveradoman, hates his former alternative school because those MOFOs mistreated him there for bad actions which didn't involve them before his time there:-(

A: What would happen without alternative schools.... I'm sure much less kids would finish high school. The idea of Alternative education is a good idea but some of the schools could use some work.

Q: Is It Mandatory By Law For Alternative Schools To Have Their Own Restrooms?
Or any other facilities? I mean, in Kentucky, an alternative school for students with behavioral issues. It is separate from the main school but the students there have to walk all the way to the main school just to use the restrooms. Shouldn't it be required that they have their own?

A: That depends on what you mean by "alternative" school. It also depends on the laws in the jurisdiction where the school is located. Did you ask where the restroom is?

Q: What are the names of all the "alternative" high schools in the Wisconsin area ?
I know this is asking a lot, but if someone could just give me a simple list of them I would be really thankful! or even a link to the schools website! please don't bother asking why I am asking you this, but please if someone out there knows of a few places please give me their names. thank you!!

A: You can look on wikipedia for Milwaukee Public Schools to get started on a list.

Q: Do alternative high schools offer self-contained classes or regular classes?
I am deciding to place my daughter in an alternative high school for next year after the recommendation of the school district. My daughter has special needs and is failing regular classes as of now. I'm not sure if this is the right thing to do. According to federal special ed laws IDEA, all children who are in special ed and have an IEP plan are FIRST suppose to be in a regular classroom to get the help they need that is listed on their IEP plan. THEN if child is not improving, they put the child in the self-contained classes. Do alternative high schools offer self-contained classes for students with special needs?

A: The answer for this depends on the meaning of "alternative" school. My guess is, this is a school that specializes in working with children with needs similiar to your daughter's. Since she has already been in a regular classroom setting and did not do well, a specialized setting would be the next logical step. Now, since this is a high school, there could be a couple of options to choose from. One may be classes set up in a way similar to a traditional high school expereience..changing classes, different teachers for different subjects. She may not change as often, some teachers may teach more than one subject and classes will be substantially smaller than what you might see in regular high school. The other option is totally selfcontained classes, with students staying in the class and working with a single teacher or team of teachers. The best way to find out what type of setting the school is considering for your daughter is to ask. Since she has had difficulties in a tradtional setting (and without knowing what her special needs may be) you can request the least restrictive placement withing that school if such options are available.

Q: I have a question on alternative schools?
Question 1: Can you make up a whole year or 2 of regular school by attending an alternative school? I'm missing all my 11th grade credits and need to make those up +the 12th grade credits. Can I do it in one year? And two, when does school start in the morning and when does it end? I've heard it's different from a public school, and you enter at 8 am and leave at around 12 pm? Thanks

A: You should ask the school this, not us. We don't work in the alternative school.

Q: Questions about alternative high schools?
Please only answer this if you go to or graduated from an alternative high school. How is it different from regular high school? I applied to the school in my county and i have an interview tomorrow with them, what do they ask? what should i say to convince them to let me in? Do you like it better than regular high school? please don't tell me to say in regular high school because it is not for everyone. everyone who i've talked to said it was the best thing they ever did going to an alternative school. is this true for you ?

A: One alternative high school can be very different from another./ They do however, have some common characteristics. Usually a small size. Teachers tend to be younger You get to know teachers. students and the Principal More intense guidance services Easier program Better contact with parents

Q: Should our children be allowed study philosophy as an alternative to religion in schools?
As a baptised roman catholic, I had to study religion for 12 years in school. My secondary school was run by nuns, so had I[or anyone else] chosen to reject my given faith there certainly would have been social repercussions. As philosophy also teaches us about the important virtues in life, could it be seen as a viable alternative option for children? If so, from a moral viewpoint, should children or parents make the choice? I believe EVERY school in Ireland is tied to a religious order. Maybe this is starting to change?

A: I think religion is a private thing within a family and has no place in public life. I think it should be taught in schools as part of history and social development but not as a special subject on its own. I would love my daughter to be taught Philosophy instead. It would probably be more use to her - even better, go back to old fashioned Ethics! I was also taught at a Roman Catholic school - I'm still terrified of nuns and would never want to put a child through that experience!

Q: Are schools required to serve a vegetarian alternative meal?
I am thinking seriously about becoming a vegetarian after what animals go through to become our meal. I was wondering though. Do schools have to comply with some type of regulation such as, to serve an alternative vegetarian meal? I eat in the cafeteria at my school. I live in Arkansas, if that is any help in knowing the regulations for that state.

A: I went to two schools in high school. One catholic school, for 3 years And a public school in a different state... for most of 12th grade(like 9 months of 12th grade..in a different state) The catholic school had NO vegan options... unless you consider a tiny little 3 dollar salad or greasy fries a meal option... Some "vegetarian" options... but I'm not so sure exactly how vegetarian they actually were... Now I was an ovo-lacto vegetarian the whole time I was there... But I didn't wanna eat junk like pizza everyday for lunch and was too lazy to pack my own lunch... so basically I ate nothing everyday...really healthy right?..lol The public school did have more vegan/vegetarian options... like fruit and stuff... but really no meals... It isn't all that fair... I mean is it that hard to offer a veggie burger... or pasta that is not made with meat sauce?... It's not that much to ask... I would suggest that you pack your own lunch, It is probably a better idea anyway because most things that schools serve for lunch is really unhealthy... they should really work on providing healthier lunches in schools(both high school and grade school)... they are just making it easier for kids to become obese... I mean that's where they eat everyday for lunch and sometimes breakfast... Good luck though... I hope you decide to become a vegetarian :)

Q: how many of your schools include alternative sports like say skateboarding as opposed to football?
How many of your schools include alternative sports like say skateboarding as opposed to football? How many remeber hating it as say picked last for conventional sports. How many would have gotton involved in things like surfing, skateboarding, powerkiting, windsurfing (given proper wetsuits) etc. How many would suppor them to get more kids into sports who would not normally Actually look at sports like rugby and hocky in terms of gettig hurt. At least in skateboarding you set your own risk level to your ability and the kids would have all their safety gear on, plus they do it anyway. Also thse extreem sports tent to have very positive cultures that go witgh them that are freidnly, peaceful, respect nature and teach technology ie ever heard of surf violence like football thugs... no aint cool that man. Also the kids let loose on the half pipe, not join gangs for excitment and kicks... Gangs and joyriding fro kicks are more dangerous

A: Today at school, one of my friends confronted the gym eacher about being to conventional. We are starting to have a skateboarding club, paint classes, and many new things. I think it's a great idea to have un traditiaonal things. I'm not athletic, but I love playing DDR. DDR gives you excersies while having fun! Adults just don't seem to realize that.

Q: Alternative Schools for minors in Mississippi?
what type of ciriculum does this school teach?

A: There are probably a number of alternative schools in Mississippi. Your best answer should come form the schools that you are interested in. Some of them may have sites on line.

Q: Since a Scientific "Theory" is just a theory, and not a fact, should we teach alternative theories in schools?
For instance, should we teach Intelligent Design as an alternative to the "Theory" of Evolution? What about Intelligent Falling as an alternative to the "Theory" of Gravity? Or Intelligent Acceleration as an alternative to the "Theory" of Relativity?

A: And let's not forget offering the option of alchemy over chemistry, phrenology over neurology, astrology over astronomy, and magic over physics!

Q: what alternative schools are there in detroit to get your diploma?


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