FHS Alternative Education and Special Services

Fremont Union High School District offers a variety of alternative education programs. Each unique, innovative program provides specialized opportunities which lead to high school graduation, diploma equivalency testing, continuing educational opportunities and/or vocational/career training. Each program is set up on a voluntary basis allowing the student to self select according to perceived needs. All programs require special applications and most require student-parent interviews. Programs available include:

Each alternative program is unique in its structure and method for reaching individual needs. Each also provides a strong instructional program based on district objectives and district wide curricular guidelines. Through the process of meeting different needs along varied avenues, the district provides the best education possible for all students.

The director serves as a resource to administrators, parents and students to explore opportunities to develop educational plans for students who need special arrangements, creative and innovative programs to complete their educations.

Phoenix Alternative School
Phoenix is a voluntary alternative program designed for students who are not experiencing success in high school; are behind credits toward graduation; who acknowledge the need and desire to become more successful. The program provides a small school environment where close monitoring, student-centered instruction, support and encouragement help students achieve academic success.

Adult Education
Adult Education offers several programs to assist students who are having difficulty achieving their high school diploma. In order to receive credit in our Concurrent Studies Program the following criteria must be met: the student is a junior or senior at least 16 years of age; the class must be taught by a credentialed teacher; the course must be one that the student has failed, or one not offered in the high school that the student attends, or one that is offered at that high school but that that is impossible to schedule for the student. This program offers students who are currently enrolled in a regular high school to concurrently enroll in afternoon Adult Education classes in which they can earn credits in both English and Social Studies.

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Middle College
This is a model collaborative program between F.U.H.S.D. and DeAnza College designed to challenge students who are academically very capable but, for a variety of reasons, are not performing up to their potential. Students benefit from the teaching and support services of both institutions.

College Advantage
The College Advantage program is open to seniors only and will place them on the DeAnza College campus for their senior year. The student will be considered co-enrolled at their home high school as well as DeAnza College. These are students who wish to accelerate their college courses and plans and have met most of their high school graduation requirements. A G.P.A. of 3.5 is required for the advanced studies student and a 3.0 for a student wishing to pursue a 2-year degree.

Teen Parenting
This special program is designed to meet the needs of pregnant students, and students who are young parents. Core Curriculum is designed to help students develop good parenting skills and understand the development of children. Students may select from three academic settings (comprehensive high school; Phoenix Alternative Program; New Start Independent Studies Program) to complete their high school diploma. The "Teens With Tots" Center provides on-site childcare for the babies of teen parents who are completing their high school education and striving to become productive, contributing members of society.

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Horizons
Horizons is an innovative program designed for special education students who have struggled within the comprehensive high school programs. One-to-one directive study in combination with a career/job training transitions-to-work program, helps students gain academic skills and work toward a high school diploma or G.E.D. certificate and prepare for future employment.

Home Teaching
Home Teaching is a special needs program designed for students who are medically (physically or psychologically) unable to attend school. Instruction is provided within the home or hospital setting in order to allow students to continue work toward their high school diploma.

Summer School
This is a six-week summer session open to all students within F.U.H.S.D. The Summer program is designed primarily for students deficient in credits and/or skills required for high school graduation. A limited number of enrichment courses are available for students wishing to enhance their educational experiences. Students may earn 5 to 10 credits during summer school.

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CA High School Proficiency Examination
Students can earn the legal equivalent of a high school diploma by proving proficiency in basic skills through the California High School Proficiency Examination.

Note: Passing C.H.S.P.E. does not exempt a student from attending school unless he or she is 16 or over and has verified parental permission to leave early. Contact a guidance assistant principal for more information.

G.E.D. TESTING

Students aged 18 and older, who do not have a high school diploma, are eligible to obtain a General Education Development (G.E.D.) certificate. Instruction and counseling for this five-part exam are available through the Adult Education Facility. Call (408) 522-2700 for more information.

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