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New Direction Resource
Center
RESTORING DREAMS – High
School Completion Program
Who are we and why are
we different?
New Direction Resource
Center offers a high school completion program where students
work in a small group setting and a small adult-to-student ratio
is maintained. The program is designed to accept students from
junior high level through high school. We welcome students who
may have dropped out of school and are able to meet their needs
with a flexible program that encourages students to catch up in
the educational process. Students who have been expelled from
the Anchorage School District are also encouraged to apply for
acceptance. New Direction also serves students who are not
behind in their course work but desire a smaller, more
personalized setting for their schooling experience.
In addition to academic
support, a large volunteer base brings emotional support in the
form of mentorship and building positive relationships.
Character development classes are taught and intervention is
offered for substance abuse as well as skills for coping with
family dynamics. Enjoyable elective classes are offered through
community volunteers such as auto mechanics, art, choir, rock
climbing etc. Basic job training is accessible to students
through an onsite coffee shop. Faith based life support skills
are available through staff members and community leaders.
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