Non-traditional high schools are available for students who need or desire a learning environment that is different from traditional high schools. Flexible hours, alternative teaching methods and opportunities for college credit help students make extra progress toward graduation.
Please call the Student Placement Center at 651-632-3760 for more information to determine if a non-traditional high school is the right choice for your child.
AGAPE - Adolescent Girls and Parenting Education 1037 University Ave. W. 651-228-7746
AGAPE High School provides pregnant and/or parenting teen mothers an environment in which they can complete their high school education, with an emphasis on college and career readiness.
AGAPE is an AVID school and is focused on college and career readiness. AGAPE has a partnership with the University of Minnesota & Saint Paul College to offer college-level classes on-site for college and high school credit. To help remove barriers that may affect a student’s educational success, we provide additional services such as a full-time social worker and school nurse, on-site childcare and a health clinic. AGAPE partners with multiple community agencies to assist students in need.
Our vision is to ensure all students have the opportunity to earn their high school degree or equivalent, and that every graduate is prepared for post-secondary education or training.
Gateway to College 1740 York Ave. E. 651-325-2550
At Gateway to College, students can earn both high school and college credits as they complete their high school diploma. Gateway staff help students gain college experience and credits through personalized education plans. Successful Gateway to College students can finish high school with the equivalent of a year or more of college credit.
Gateway is currently co-located with LEAP High School on the East Side of St. Paul. Students have flexible schedules, with some classes taught by licensed high school teachers and concurrent enrollment options taught on-site through Saint Paul College, the University of Minnesota and Century College. All students receive a free Metro Transit pass that can be used to get to and from school, to jobs and more.
Gordon Parks High School 1212 University Ave. W. 651-744-1212
St. Paul native Gordon Parks' life and work as a photographer, filmmaker, writer and civil rights activist serves as a model for the kind of thoughtful, active and successful citizens we are dedicated to helping our students become.
We offer flexible programming, media-infused courses and curriculum, support to help students stay on track for graduation, and a long list of partnerships, internships and job support activities. We are a small school where it is impossible for students to get lost in the shuffle.
Gordon Parks staff specialize in providing students with hope and possibility through a rigorous curriculum. Students can meet state standards and graduation requirements in many ways—from studying documentary film and nonfiction writing to hands-on experiences in algebra, chemistry, art, social studies and environmental studies.
GAP School (9-12) 381 Robie St. E. 651-262-5801
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GAP School serves youth and young adults (ages 15-24) annually through education and enrichment; training that leads to employment; and social and emotional supports.
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Students at GAP School work to complete their high school diploma, and all graduates leave the program witha workforce readiness certificate in construction or healthcare.
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We off at-risk adolescents a safe, structured environment in which to learn and grow. With significantly lower staff-to-student ratio than mainstream public schools, our teachers develop strong personal relationships iwth GAP School students that help us identify and address each individual's unique needs.
LEAP High School 740 York Ave. 651-228-7706
At LEAP, we serve students ages 14-22 who are learning English while earning a high school diploma.
Students have flexible schedules and the opportunity to earn credits toward graduation. Students receive instruction closely matched to their level of English ability, in classes that address reading, writing and speaking English.
Bilingual staff members work in small groups that allow students to receive individualized attention that respects and supports their native cultures. Through partnerships and local organizations, students have the opportunity to develop leadership skills and participate in community service projects.
