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Department of Alternative Programs

CPSB Alternative Programs

CPSB offers an alternative program to students in grades kindergarten through twelfth who meet one or more of the following guidelines:

  • Have been expelled from their home-based school
  • Are considered at-risk as identified by a Pupil Progression Plan ( Appendix A Local terms)
  • Have been recommended by a principal, School Building Level Committee or parent/guardian
  • Have been placed through the IEP process and/or a hearing officer

The primary goal of the program is to provide all students with educational behavioral and emotional opportunities and supports in a safe and caring environment.

Students will be evaluated using the parish grading policies.  All parish and mandated testing procedures will be followed.

The program will meet the requirements specified in the sated Department and BESE-approved proposal.