Mt Scott Learning Center

Mount Scott Alternative High School is an alternative high school in Portland, Oregon.[1] It is designed to provide a semi-traditional learning environment for high school students with the added benefit of small classes and supportive adults. The school enrolls 160 students with an average teacher-to-student ratio of 1 to 15.[2] Thematic, integrated courses are offered in languages, arts, math, social studies, science, health and P.E., plus a variety of electives. Students participate in service learning activities, as well as outdoor educational experiences. The school employs a full-time counselor and counseling interns, and provides individual tutoring services through a variety of volunteers. The school is located in the former Laurelwood United Methodist Church, near the corner of Foster and Holgate in south-east Portland.[3]

References

  1. ↑ "Portland's high dropout rate reveals illusion of success at big high schools (Diplomas denied, Part 1)". Oregon Live. Retrieved 21 August 2016.
  2. ↑ "Mt. Scott Park Center For Learning - High School". Private School Review.
  3. ↑ "Flunk Factories". William Ette Week. Retrieved 21 August 2016.

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Coordinates: 45°29′24″N 122°35′58″W / 45.4900°N 122.5995°W / 45.4900; -122.5995


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