Community School in Camden, Maine, United States, is an independent alternative secondary school approved by the oldest state in Maine.
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Program
The Community School offers two core courses, both of which are formed around the core philosophy of relational education.
In the Residential Program, eight students stay in school for a nine month academic period. Students have internships and internships in the local area, cook dinner, perform tasks, have individually tailored academics throughout the day, including special group classes such as American Sign Language, social justice classes and diversity, green initiative projects, Experiential Learning Expeditions , etc. The students meet regularly with their mentors and tutors. At the end of the academic term, the students receive their secondary school diploma.
The second program is called Passages, for pregnant teenagers and parents. Teacher-counselors go to students' homes, where students learn about parenting skills, life skills, and other academics, culminating in 'Passage', a large project created and completed by students.
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References
External links
- Community School
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