About Us
Overview:
The GOAL program is primarily an online, alternative program that is centered in four District 308 classrooms. The GOAL Program serves all junior high and high schools within District 308. During the school day, students work independently on a computer to complete their coursework, which is also supplemented with bookwork and direct instruction courses. A teacher supervises each classroom and assists students through their coursework and the learning process. In addition, teacher’s assistants are also available to address students’ academic needs.
Philosophy:
Through a student-centered, strengths-based approach, educational and behavioral needs are identified and addressed. Interventions targeting the
academic and behavioral progress of students are put into place to assist student success and promote engagement in the education process. If given the correct supports, students will learn new skills beneficial to their overall functioning, as well as be prepared for future academic or life opportunities.
Program Description:
The GOAL program is primarily an online, alternative program that is centered in three District 308 classrooms. The GOAL Program serves all junior high and high schools within District 308. During the school day, students work independently on a computer to complete their coursework, which is also supplemented with bookwork and direct instruction courses. A teacher supervises each classroom and assists students through their coursework and the learning process. In addition, teacher’s assistants are also available to address students’ academic needs.
Referral and Enrollment Procedures:
A student is referred to The GOAL Program through an Individualized Learning Plan (ILP) that is completed by the administration from the student’s home school. The ILP indicates what behaviors resulted in placement in The GOAL Program as well as the date of the student’s review. Once the referral process has been initiated by the student’s home school, The GOAL Program Alternative Education Coordinator begins the intake process. This process includes reviewing the student’s ILP, scheduling the student’s intake meeting, and assigning appropriate course work for the student.
For more information, please review the GOAL Handbook under the Student Resources tab.
