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Pathways program reports surge in course completions, plans hands‑on spring projects
Summary
Oak Grove's Pathways alternative program told the board it completed dozens of credit‑bearing courses year‑to‑date, described intake and monitoring procedures for students with attendance or behavioral barriers, and outlined hands‑on projects supported by community grants and partners.
Oak Grove's Pathways alternative education program updated the board on student supports, course completions and a suite of hands‑on learning projects funded in part by local grants.
Program operation and student supports Mr. Johnson (Pathways presenter) described the program's daily schedule and intake process: students check in through the Pathways office, leave phones and backpacks, and begin an individualized online curriculum focused on core courses in the morning and hands‑on or exploratory activities in the afternoon. Staff meet weekly with each student, send parents weekly progress reports and text frequently with families to track progress and maintain communication.
Credit completion and incentives Johnson reported that Pathways students completed roughly 85 credits (about 70 classes) so far this year, up from 75 credits the prior year; the program uses a certificate and coupon incentive system where students earn small rewards for completing classes. Staff said they run the program with intensive adult supervision and an expedited intake for new transfers so new students can complete required credits quickly.
Hands‑on projects and partners The Pathways program described a fourth‑quarter unit on home maintenance and repair sponsored by a Home Depot grant (about $2,800), which included framing, basic electrical work and maintenance tasks. Staff plan a landscaping and mural project and a lawn‑mower maintenance unit that offers small paid services as experiential learning. Johnson said community partners and local volunteers have supported workshops and projects.
Ending Pathways staff said the program will continue to refine intake procedures and expand community project work as funding and partners permit. Board members praised the program's completion totals and student engagement.
