Special Programs & Services

Students may be assigned to CEA on a full-time or part-time basis.

CEA students who qualify and get Director’s recommendation may participate in this alternative program established to help nontraditional students complete their diplomas while earning college credit at Estrella Mountain Community College. Students must be between 16 and 21 years of age, have a minimum ability level at the eighth grade or above, and submit two written recommendations.

After student diagnosis that includes a battery of basic skills tests, an interview, transcript evaluation, and the evaluation of any data relative to student achievement and performance, an individual educational Personal Plan for Progress is developed.

Each student upon enrollment is assigned an adult advocate to monitor, counsel, and instruct in both academics and personal/social relationships.

This program allows qualified older jr. high students the opportunity to take TUHSD foundation classes that will meet 8th grade diploma requirements and earn freshman level credit simultaneously. Elementary district approval and academic course of study are required.

This program is designed for students who need intense remediation. Long-term alternative school enrollment is recommended. A student’s guidance counselor will determine course of study; CEA will provide a resource teacher, curriculum, instruction, tutoring, and adult mentoring. The District’s Special Needs Department must be involved.