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Students tell Silver Falls board Sequoia program helped them finish school; principal outlines funding and services
Summary
Three Sequoia students told the Silver Falls board the alternative high school’s smaller classes, flexibility and staff support helped them reengage; Principal Jennifer Hannon described program costs and funding sources including SIA, reengagement grants, a Willamette Health Council grant for a building and tuition from other districts.
Students who attend Sequoia, the Silver Falls School District’s alternative education program, told the school board Monday that smaller classes, flexible pacing and close staff relationships helped them return to school and graduate.
Autumn Thompson, a recent graduate, told the board: “I can't praise Sequoia enough … if I hadn't gone to Sequoia, I don't know if I would have graduated.” Wyatt Petty, another student, said Sequoia helped him “show up, get the work done, and ensure that I could pass eighth grade” after struggles…
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