Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
JC Barnett principal says alternative programs cut transfers, cites Delta‑8 vapes and state law on expulsions
Summary
At the Jan. 23 board meeting, JC Barnett Center Principal Evan White described the alternative and adult high‑school programs, outcomes and behavior challenges; Director Michael Atkins and White discussed marijuana/Delta‑8 possession, state law on expulsion and county practices for placing students in the alternative program.
Evan White, principal of the JC Barnett Center (the district’s alternative and adult‑education campus), described the center’s programs and rising behavioral needs during the Jan. 23 Lawrence County School System board meeting.
White described three program strands: an Adult High School for age 17+ and adults finishing credits (he reported 53 adult-high-school students this year, about 35 graduates so far), an Achievement Academy for recouping credits and disciplinary placements (White said about 76 students have been served this year in the Achievement Academy), and the Stepping Stones program for elementary‑age students with extreme behavioral needs (typically six to seven students per classroom with intensive supports).
On student behavior and substance incidents, White said possession and on‑campus use…
Already have an account? Log in
Subscribe to keep reading
Unlock the rest of this article — and every article on Citizen Portal.
- Unlimited articles
- AI-powered breakdowns of topics, speakers, decisions, and budgets
- Instant alerts when your location has a new meeting
- Follow topics and more locations
- 1,000 AI Insights / month, plus AI Chat
