Justice Engaged Youth

Eligible students have the right to prompt enrollment or re-enrollment with a local education provider.

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Students may have access to alternative educational programs and other educational options that can support continued progress toward graduation.

District 51 offers a variety of academic options, including alternative, hybrid, online, and other flexible learning opportunities.

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Justice-engaged students have the right to appropriate credit for coursework completed while justice-engaged and for that coursework to be applied toward graduation or continuation of education.

Students and families can work with school counselors and district staff to develop a clearly defined graduation plan.

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District 51 school counselors support students with academic planning, social/emotional needs, postsecondary planning, and connections to additional resources.

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Justice-engaged students continue to have protections under federal laws, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, when applicable.

District 51 provides special education services, individualized education programs (IEPs), related services, transition planning, and Section 504 supports.

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Students can explore college, career, workforce, and technical education opportunities while working toward graduation.

District 51 offers career exploration, internships, career and technical education, concurrent enrollment, college-credit opportunities, and other college and career readiness pathways.

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District 51 provides interpretation and translation services to help families access information and communicate with schools and district departments.

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If a student or family is experiencing temporary housing or homelessness, District 51's REACH Program may be able to provide additional support and advocacy.

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