Academic, personal and social success for all students.
MISSION
To provide a safe, caring learning environment where students achieve the academic, aesthetic, personal and social development required to continue
learning, pursue post-secondary education, compete in a changing job market, and participate in a diverse democratic society.
CORE VALUES
These values drive our decisions and our actions.
~ Respect and Dignity ~
We honor unconditionally all members of our community.
~ Commitment to Excellence ~
We expect the best from all of our stakeholders—individually and collectively.
~ Diversity ~
We teach students to value their own cultural heritage, respect the uniqueness of others, and appreciate the contributions of all people.
~ Continuous Improvement ~
We invest continuously in professional growth. We believe that attitudes, knowledge, skills, compassion, and performance of our staff are the keys to student learning.
~ Partnerships ~
We involve the community as a part of our family to strengthen our schools.
THE PHILOSOPHY OF THE ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM...
The Merced County Office of Education created the Valley Community School Program to meet the needs of students who, for a variety of reasons, learn best by following a non-traditional path. The Alternative Program is located on a separate campus and serves students from high schools in the Merced County Schools District. The goals of the Program include helping students to earn graduation credit, improve academic skills, refine decision-making and problem-solving techniques, and explore educational and vocational opportunities after high school.
THE TEACHERS...
The staff consists of experienced teachers who are specialists in their chosen subjects. In addition to their daily teaching responsibilities, these teachers write individualized learning packets (ILP's) used by students to earn credit toward their graduation.
THE STUDENTS...
High school students eligible for the Program include those who have entered the District past normal admission dates; students who cannot attend school full time because of health reasons; students who are credit deficient; students who have not performed well in traditional high-school settings; former students who have dropped out of school; and student-parents with job and family responsibilities.