Alternative Learning
For many students, high school just works. They progress from middle school to 9th grade, and before they know it, they are ordering their cap and gown for their own graduation ceremony at the end of their senior year.
For other students, the path may not be as clear, and other options might be needed. SWMetro is proud to provide alternative learning programs and services for students to meet their individual needs.
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New Beginnings is an embedded service inside SouthWest Metro High School.
It is a full-time academic program for pregnant and parenting teens under the age of 22 who have not yet reached high school graduation.
Students prepare for a healthy pregnancy and childbirth while obtaining a high school diploma. Students also implement a parenting plan for a healthy attachment with their child or develop a plan for adoption. They acquire independent living skills and create a career plan for self-sufficiency. College credits are also available for qualifying students through PSEO and Career & Technical Education courses.
- Small class sizes
- On-site child care
- Pregnancy counseling
- Adoption referral
- Individual attention
- Childbirth preparation
- Parenting education
- Early childhood education
- Social services support
School Hours
8:05 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.
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SouthWest Metro High School (ALC) is designed to put students first and is a full-day diploma program for regular and special education students in grades 9-12. The Alternative High School provides the resources to excel through reduced class sizes and increased one-on-one teacher attention. Students also have the opportunity for Career & Technical education on-site during their school day as well as various PSEO options.
Credit Recovery
Internal SouthWest Metro High School students, as well as those from our member and area districts, may participate in credit recovery from SWMetro. All required high school credits can be recovered via our in-person options in Chaska and virtual options with the student's home district counselor approval. Options are available during the school year and the summer.
Catalyst is an embedded service inside SouthWest Metro High School that provides support to students with mental and chemical health needs that impact their academic success. While still focused on academics, students participate in a daily group time as well as weekly individual group meetings. Students must be enrolled at SouthWest Metro High School and have a current diagnostic assessment within 12 months.
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School Hours
8:05 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.
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