Participation
In preparing students to thrive in a
work environment, class participation is
encouraged. It is a way for students to more
actively engage in their learning and goal
attainment. Attendance is very important
and students are expected to attend class
every day. Morning and afternoon classes are
offered Monday-Friday and evening classes
are Monday-Thursday.
Diversity
Cultural diversity is highlighted through a
variety of activities that foster learning about
the Arts and appreciation and respect for
different cultures. We host Hispanic Heritage,
Black History, and Asian Pacific Islander
festivals among others. Students celebrate
and explore one another’s cultures through
song, dance, poetry, skits, fashion shows and
more.
Community Engagement
At the school there are many opportunities
for students to contribute to and even lead
community events. Last year students
participated community-wide events such as a
Voter Registration Fair, legal clinics, DC Health
Link enrollment, a community cleanup day,
and others.
Support Services
Adult learners often face challenges related
to health, labor rights, housing equity,
and more that interrupt their learning.
We have counselors and staff with a deep
understanding of the immigrant experience
who provide supports such as career and job
readiness advising, college bound guidance,
leadership development, mental health
counseling and case management that are
linguistically and culturally relevant.
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