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Benefits of Alternative High School
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Traditional School
High School Program
Time-based
Performance-based
Whole class-paced
Self-paced
Classwork/homework
Classwork/homework options
Teacher-directed instruction
Teacher-directed instruction
Computer-based instructionAverage large class size
Small class sizes
Standard Diploma
Diploma
GED Diploma
Adult Ed DiplomaAll grades earned are reported on local academic transcript every 18 weeks.
Grades and credits are reported as earned.
No "F" grades are issued.
Students work to mastery.What is Performance-Based Education?
Performance-Based Education is a system whereby students demonstrate mastery of competencies by working individually at their own pace. Students work together in one setting based on a common subject area. Grades reflect successful work only. Students do not fail – they remediate until they are successful. This gives students a better foundation on which to build for future courses.