Clinton Central Superintendent Jeremy Fewell is sending out a news release that will be sent to all Clinton Central School Corporation families Wednesday afternoon. They are very excited to announce the addition of an alternative school to CCSC. For more information, contact Fewell via email at [email protected] or cell phone 765-670-1716,
The release is as follows:
“Clinton Central School Corporation is delighted to announce the opening of the Clinton Central Alternative Program under the approval of the Indiana Department of Education. We are excited to be better able to serve students who need a modified approach in education, while continuing to develop relationships for academic success as Clinton Central Bulldogs,
“Our mission is to provide students with positive opportunities to develop their full potential.
“The Clinton Central Alternative School Program believes all students will learn. We seek academic achievement by recognizing the unique needs of at-risk student, and by offering non-traditional relevant to their concerns, attitudes, and abilities. We strive to assist students in coping with the challenges of society and daily life, so they may be better prepared to adapt, overcome and pursue any challenges they may face in the future,
“We believe it is our responsibility to address the holistic development of students without discrimination as each student is an individual with a unique combination of needs, concerns, desires, attitudes and abilities. We further believe that academic excellence can be achieved through a partnership of students, staff, parents and community that emphasize methods of instruction and experimental learning.
Alternative School Goals:
- Become lifelong learners (academic goal)
- Develop to one’s full potential (personal goal)
- Become productive members of the workforce (vocational goal)\
- Become contributors to society (social/citizenship gaol)
- Explore and develop strategies for coping with personal, family and social problems
- Develop skills in interpersonal communication and cooperation
- Develop the personal responsibilities and self-motivation necessary to direct and evaluate one’s own learning.
- Develop a positive self-image
“This program is specifically designed for students grades 7-12 who struggle in a general education setting, would excel in a smaller class, using mostly online learning with a dedicated licensed teacher, and be willing to complete either work or community service requirements. if you believe that your student would benefit from this program, please complete the online application below. The application will be reviewed by the Clinton Central Alternative Program Team to determine if your student is suited for the program.
“If you have additional questions regarding the Alternative Program, please contact Anne Helkey at [email protected]
.Clinton Central Alternative Program Application