41. Appendix A.Survey Methodology, Public Alternative Schools And Programs For Stude West Alaska, Arizona, california, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico Survey System or the district survey of alternative schools and programs http://nces.ed.gov/surveys/frss/publications/2002004/8.asp

site index ED.gov Home Publications ... Data Download Page 8 of 11 Table of Contents Executive Summary Introduction Availabality and enrollment in public alternative schools and programs for student at risk of education failure Alternative schools and programs for students at risk fo education failure. Entrance and exit criteria ... References List of Appendices Appendix A.Survey Methodology Fast Response Survey System Sample Selection Respondent and Response Rates ... Full Report (PDF) Appendix A.Survey Methodology Fast Response Survey System Sample Selection Information from the pilot study helped guide the allocation of the total sample to the two major categories of districts: districts that reported alternative schools in the CCD and those that did not report alternative schools in the CCD. Within each category, the samples were further allocated to district size strata (less than 2,500, 2,500 to 9,999, 10,000 or more) in rough proportion to the aggregate square root of the enrollment in the stratum. The sampling frame was also ordered by metropolitan status (urban, suburban, rural) and region (Northeast, Southeast, Central, West) to induce additional implicit stratification. Within each primary stratum, districts were selected systematically and with equal probabilities. The sampling frame constructed consisted of 14,619 regular public school districts during the 1998–99 school year. After the stratum sample sizes were determined, a final sample of 1,609 districts was systematically selected from the sorted file using independent random starts. The 50 states and the District of Columbia were included in the sample, while school districts in the outlying U.S. territories were excluded. Districts are of three types: unified, secondary, and elementary. Unified districts serve students across all grade levels and comprised 83 percent of the total sample (table A-1). Secondary districts comprised 2 percent, and elementary districts (i.e., serving grades no higher than grade 8) comprised 15 percent of the sample.

42. Alternative Fund Raisers recommended By School Groups of Health Services, california Project LEAN, Epidemiology and Health Promotion Section, Contract 0115285. Alternatives to Selling Candy) For schools, Sports http://departments.oxy.edu/uepi/cfj/resources/Alternative Fund Raisers2.htm

School Fund Raiser Ideas Alternatives to Selling Junk Food and Sodas Check out the T-shirt guy at the following: WWW.295GUYS.COM ($2.95 custom logo t-shirts) In one small town in New Brunswick, Canada, students volunteer to do odd jobs for individuals and businesses and the money that is raised goes to the school.  There is lots of parental support for this and at the end of the "work" day, a spaghetti supper and dance is held for all volunteers.  They call it "Let John Do It", after the name of their school, John Caldwell School, Grand Falls.  It takes organization, but it is THE fundraiser for the school since it gets great support. Another fund-raiser that occurs in potato country in New Brunswick is that the elementary school sells "count boxes" of potatoes.  These are 50-pound boxes of uniformly sized, washed, baking potatoes that are generally only available to the restaurant trade.  This activity is well supported. How about a milk mustache drive.  Go to this site for more info (take Polaroids of the kids with milk mustaches and sell them for a dollar to the parents. There are many other ideas here as well.) http://whymilk.com/index.htm

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44. The Home-Builder's Store: Alternative House-Building Resources--Stone Masonry, S Solstice Good info on alternative construction, energy schools for designing and building your own Solar Living / Real Goods (Near San Francisco, california); http://www.hollowtop.com/cls_html/resources.htm

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45. California Superintendent Assumes Chief Academic Post At New American Schools (7 largest K 6 district in california, since 1993 12 alternative school and numerous alternative classroom programs and Instruction for the Seattle Public schools. http://www.naschools.org/news/newsviewer.asp?highlightID=20&docID=698

46. Natural Health And Holistic Alternative Medicine Schools california Institute of Integral Studies 1415-575 Regis University, School for Professional Studies Relevant wholistic nutrition and alternative medicine, for http://www.heall.com/body/resource/schools/naturalhealth.html

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47. SRVUSD : DISTRICT : OTHER PROGRAMS : CONTINUOUS PROGRESS ALTERNATIVE The State of california encourages alternative programs according to Section 58500 of the Education Code alternative schools, Establishment and Maintenance http://www.srvusd.k12.ca.us/srvusd/DISTRICT/OTHER_PROGRAMS/Continuous_Progress_A

HOME DISTRICT OTHER PROGRAMS CONTINUOUS PROGRESS ALTERNATIVE ... Enrichment Continuous Progress Alternative Focus Alternative Summer School English Learners Health Educators ... Site Map CONTINUOUS PROGRESS- A District-Wide Educational Program Located at Vista Grande Elementary School 667 Diablo Road, Danville 94526 For further information, please contact: Pat Hansen, Vista Grande Principal, (925) 552-5660 Robert Alpert, District Director of Curriculum, (925) 552-2921 Philosophy The Continuous Progress Alternative Program recognizes the vital importance of a three-way partnership in education involving the parent, student and teacher. The students are expected to maintain a high standard of achievement commensurate with their individual skill levels. The approach is individualized in that students are challenged to work to the best of their ability as they move through the program. Ability grouping is done in language arts and mathematics. Academic instruction utilizes the traditional district curriculum in a continuous progress format. Emphasis is on the basic skills, academic tools and critical thinking skills for future learning. The program seeks to build within each student a sense of responsibility, self-discipline, confidence and pride in accomplishment in a nurturing environment. An assertive discipline code with logical consequences is maintained. This program requires a commitment from the staff, students and their parents working together for the development of each student. Frequent communication between parent and teacher is instrumental to the support systems of the program. Parents sign a support statement prior to enrollment in the program. Progress reports on students are provided by teachers. Conferences are held with the students, teacher and parents to review the student's progress, portfolio, and report cards. Parents share responsibility by being classroom and program volunteers. An annual contribution by Program parents pays for classroom para-educators, Spanish instructor, supplies, and other essentials deemed necessary by the classroom teacher and/or the Advisory Board. The total cooperation of home and school ensures the best possible learning environment for the students.

48. Santa Cruz County Office Of Education: Alternative Education Schools -- Star Com High School Exit Examination, GED, california High School student who graduates from the alternative Education Programs pathway for the high school years and http://www.santacruz.k12.ca.us/alt_ed/schools/star.html

@import url(../../docstyle.css); /*IE and NN6 styles*/ dqmcodebase = "../../jscript/" //script folder location School Info Alternative Education Schools Star Community School Phone: Fax: Address: Star of the Sea Church, 515 Frederick Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 Hours: 8:30 a.m.-1:55 p.m. Ages: 13 through 18 Directions From the Santa Cruz County Office of Education take Highway 1 North toward Santa Cruz. Exit to the right at Soquel Drive and continue back over the freeway towards Santa Cruz. Turn left onto Frederick Street and proceed to the Star Community School which is located in the Star of the Sea Church. Alt. Ed. Program Pages Alternative Education Home Cesar E. Chavez School for Social Change Corralitos Oaks School ... Division Home Star Community School Star Community School serves 9-12th grade students in a small school setting. The focus of the school is to help students progress academically and develop the social skills and work habits which will be beneficial throughout their lives. The purpose of this community school program is to provide students with an alternative learning environment, supported by a low student to teacher ratio, where they can successfully continue their education. At Star, students are able to strengthen their academic competence and enhance their self-worth. Along with basic academics, students are offered courses in crafts, music, and various electives. Additionally, students participate in competitive sports through the Santa Cruz County Alternative Schools Sports League. Courses in pre-employment skills are also available. Students are encouraged to enroll in Regional Occupational Classes or Cabrillo Community College to develop work skills and promote academic achievement.

49. Santa Cruz County Office Of Education: Alternative Education Schools -- Luna PAR High School Exit Examination; GED; california High School At the end of the school day, time is student who graduates from the alternative Education Programs is http://www.santacruz.k12.ca.us/alt_ed/schools/luna_park.html

@import url(../../docstyle.css); /*IE and NN6 styles*/ dqmcodebase = "../../jscript/" //script folder location School Info Alternative Education Schools Luna PARK Academy Phone: Fax: Address: 962 East Lake Village Drive, Watsonville, CA 95076 Hours: Ages: 14 through 17 Directions From the County Office of Education, take Highway 1 South towards Watsonville. Take the CA-152 exit towards Watsonville/Gilroy. Merge onto Main Street. Turn left onto Freedom Blvd. Turn right onto Stanford Street. Stanford Street becomes Tuttle Avenue. Turn left onto East Lake Village Drive. Luna PARK Academy is located at 962 East Lake Village Drive. Alt. Ed. Program Pages Alternative Education Home Cesar E. Chavez School for Social Change Corralitos Oaks School ... Division Home Luna PARK Academy Luna PARK Academy provides academic support and counseling services to referred students, ages 14-17 involved in the juvenile justice system. The program is a collaboration between the SCCOE and Unity Care Group Homes. Students receive services from on-site Probation Officers, Work Specialists, Mental Health Clinicians, Youth Services Substance Abuse Counselors, and the County Office of Education teaching staff. PARK stands for Placement Alternative Resources for Kids, and provides students with creative educational options. Intensive Day Treatment offers a full day of structured, balanced programming designed to help students improve their social skills and coping techniques, address academic deficits and prepare for successful entry into the work force.

50. Columbia Daily Herald- Alternative School Conference To Be Held During Weekend A about 200 representatives of 30 alternative schools from across from the University of california at Berkeley schools Director Sharon Wells said the Farm School http://www.columbiadailyherald.com/archive/2004/05/07/LocalNews/199805.html

National News Police Reports About Us Subscribe ... Career Opportunities Friday, May 7, 2004 Alternative school conference to be held during weekend at the Farm Friday, May 7, 2004 By JACK MCMILLAN /Staff Writer Hundreds of educators are expected to descend on Summertown this weekend for a national alternative school conference. Farm School spokesman Thomas Hupp said that about 200 representatives of 30 alternative schools from across the country are scheduled to participate in the conference held at the planned community's campus. Scheduled speakers for the conference are a pair of best-selling authors of books on education. Joseph Pearce, the author of "The Crack in the Cosmic Egg" and "The Magical Child," will speak at 1 p.m. Saturday. Yehudah Fine penned "Times Square Rabbi - Finding the Hope in Lost Kids' Lives," and will give a presentation at 1 p.m. Friday. Cost to hear either address is $25. Fine conducts seminars throughout the United States, encouraging high school students to take ethical stands on sexuality, alcohol and drug abuse, suicide, depression, spirituality and terrorism. Also during the conference, the Farm School will introduce its newest faculty member, Peter Kindfield, who will become the elementary/middle school instructor for the 2004-2005 academic year.

51. ALTERNATIVE SCHOOLS COLLABORATIVE (ASC) Amundson, Director of alternative schools, Santa Clara Education, Morgan Hill Unified School District; Pat Pierson, california Teachers Association; Jenapher http://www.sccoe.k12.ca.us/programs/asc/agendasminutes/2003/08-12-2003minutes-un

52. Alternative Schools Collaborative Jackie Guevara, alternative schools Director, East Side Union High Board Member, San Jose Unified School District. Pat Pierson, california Teachers Association. http://www.sccoe.k12.ca.us/programs/asc/members.asp

53. 2003 California Standards Test: English Language Arts And Writing Test Summaries test vary from yearto-year and are based on california s Writing Application alternative schools are schools that serve students with special needs or require http://prod031.sandi.net/research/calstandardstest/2003/elawriting/index.asp

STAR California Standards Test: 2003 English Language Arts and Writing Test Summaries All students are expected to take a California Standards Tests in English Language Arts corresponding to their grade level. In addition, students in Grades 4 and 7 are administered a California Writing Standards Test. Students are given 60 minutes to write an essay in response to an assigned task. The types of writing used for the test vary from year-to-year and are based on California's Writing Application Content Standards. Student papers are scored independently by two readers using a 4-point scoring guide and their scores are added together for a total between 2 and 8. In 2003, the writing test scores were incorporated into the overall English Language Arts scores for Grades 4 and 7. The reports below, for the district as a whole and for individual schools, display the results for the English Language Arts and Writing Standards Tests. For English Language Arts, the reports show by grade level the number of students tested and the numbers and percentages of those students who scored at each performance level: Advanced, Proficient, Basic, Below Basic, and Far Below Basic. Students scoring at Proficient or Advanced are considered to have met the state standards. For writing, the reports show for Grades 4 and 7 the number of students tested and the numbers and percentages of those students scoring in certain ranges. In order to read and print these documents, you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader on your computer. A free copy of Acrobat Reader is available by following

54. The Pasadena Unified School District - Norma Coombs Alternative School We strive to provide an alternative approach to the Academic Performance Bonus Money from the State of california. to the state goal of 800 for all schools. http://www.pusd.us/staticpages/index.php?page=20030826161144911

55. Senator Dianne Feinstein - Alternative Education In California alternative Education in california. california Charter schools california Network of Educational Charters Learn about the charter school law which http://feinstein.senate.gov/ca_alt_ed.html

Main Page What's New Contact Senator Feinstein Federal Resources ... Site Map Alternative Education in California Special Education California Department of Education Discover California programs designed for special needs children. California Charter Schools California Network of Educational Charters Learn about the charter school law which gives schools the opportunity to operate independently of the K-12 structure and develop a system based on academic achievement. The Charter Movement: Education Reform School by School Little Hoover Commission Read this proposal for reforming California schools. Home Schooling Home School Association of California Browse policy issues, current legislation, and other topics related to home schooling; visit the California Homeschool Network. Return to Menu

56. Education Week: Charter Schools - School, Teacher, Educator, Student, State, Reg california Charter Profile Raised in State Agency, Dec SF Board Revokes Charter Of alternative High School ED Releases Guidance About Charter schools, News in http://www.edweek.org/context/topics/issuespage.cfm?id=42

57. 7/8/98 - News: For-Profit Alternative Schools Are Hot Commodities Placement Services, a nonprofit parentsupport group based in california s San Diego And the local public alternative school reminded him of a juvenile hall. http://www.edweek.org/ew/vol-17/42altern.h17

Read our story "Districts Scramble To Cope With Student Expulsions," Oct. 9, 1996. Read our commentary, "Horizon Alternative School: Why Promising Reforms Disappear," Feb. 26, 1997. For background, past stories, and related Web links, see our Issues Pages on Privatization of Public Education For-Profit Alternative Schools Are Hot Commodities By Jessica Portner Thompson Falls, Mont. Private, for-profit alternative schools can't multiply fast enough for parents and principals anxious to find new venues for students cast out of public schools. Take the Spring Creek School. Just 1 1/2 years after entrepreneurs swung open their doors here, tractor drivers were heaving dirt to pave the way for several new log-cabin classrooms last month. Set amid towering pine trees in the Rocky Mountain foothills, the 150-student school is bursting at the seams, and this multiple-classroom expansion is designed to welcome 90 more students. "Even if we shut our marketing department, we'd keep growing by word of mouth," Cameron Pullan, the school's director, said as he patrolled Spring Creek's forested grounds, which look like a summer camp. The residential school charges $2,990 a month. Thousands of similar for-profit ventures have cropped up in the past decade. They're helping to fill the void left by states with insufficient funds or political will to set up public alternative schools for the increasing number of students expelled for carrying weapons or drugs on campus.

58. Schools, Training And Licensure: Internet Resources: The Alternative Medicine Ho Arts and Sciences, Sacromento, california; Canadian College of on Complementary Medicine and alternative Therapies (CAM Taught At Conventional US Medical schools; http://www.pitt.edu/~cbw/licen.html

Schools, Training and Licensure: Internet Resources: Alternative Medicine Accredited Colleges in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine , Doc Misha's Chicken Soup Chinese Medicine The Alternative Medicine College of Canada (AMCC) "offers accredited correspondence courses in naturopathy, homeopathy, and holistic medicine" American Association of Naturopathic Medical Colleges American Association of Naturopathic Physicians Education and Licensing American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) ... American Reflexology Certification Board : "protect the public and promote the advancement of the field through the recognition of competent reflexologists who practice on a professional basis and chose to be recognized as meeting basic national standards Art Therapy Credentials Board : "an independent organization, grants postgraduate registration (ATR) after reviewing documentation of completion of graduate education and postgraduate supervised experience. The Registered Art Therapist who successfully completes the written examinationadministered by the ATCB is qualified as Board Certified (ATR-BC), a credential requiring maintenance through continuing education credits" Australasian College of Herbal Studies Australasian College of Natural Therapies Sydney, Australia

59. ScienceDaily -- Browse Topics: Health/Alternative/AcupunctureandChineseMedicine/ Los Angeles, california. and postgraduate courses in acupuncture, alternative and Chinese medicine Arizona School of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Offers http://www.sciencedaily.com/directory/Health/Alternative/AcupunctureandChineseMe

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60. NCOE Programs: Juvenile Court, Community, And Alternative Schools alternative schools Project HOPE Project HOPE is an independent study on student progress and behavior at school. 2121 Imola Ave., Napa, california 94559 (707 http://www.ncoe.k12.ca.us/programs/juvenile_cca.htm

Director: Sandra Leveque 707-253-6817 Fax 707-253-6983 SARC View our School Accountability Report Cards (SARC). Acobat Reader is required. Napa County Community Schools SARC Napa County Court Schools SARC The Court and Community School programs provide students with an individualized, self-contained classroom setting. All classrooms provide a variety of services to youth including probation support and counseling. Students are assessed upon admission and individualized education plans are written based upon the student's academic, behavior and social-emotional needs. Technology education is provided through the Digital High School state grant at each site. Court Schools: Skyline High School Skyline High School provides educational services for youth who are residents of the Our Family, Inc. drug and alcohol treatment program. Students from the community with drug and/or alcohol problems may also be referred to this program. Chamberlain High School Chamberlain High School serves students who are on formal probation. This school is a collaborative between NCOE and Napa County Probation Department. This "wrap-around" model provides intensive support from a variety of agencies in an effort to help students become successful both in school and in the community.

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