Alcona Tigers CLAW Their Way to Alternative Learning Success

Are your bright, nontraditional learners struggling in the typical high school structure? Join us to explore Alcona High School’s CLAW Academy, a proven alternative pathway that provides a full high school diploma while refusing to compromise on rigor or future opportunities. In this session, we will detail our successful model for creating a flexible, high-accountability environment. Discover how we blend self-paced core academics with multiple educational providers to personalize learning. Crucially, learn the strategy for deeply integrating Dual Enrollment (DE) and supervised WorkBased Learning (WBL), ensuring education is immediately relevant and career-focused. Our secret to a tremendously high success rate lies in prioritizing relationships and high accountability. We'll demonstrate how dedicated Learning Advisors empower students to set their own goals and cultivate a strong, positive culture where students fully own their learning outcomes. Leave with actionable strategies for building a premier, integrated high school option in your own district.