Students who elect courses from
Alternative Graduation Programs are:
Competent
learners whose academic goals are to:
á Read with understanding and insight
á Write with clarity and precision
á Utilize technology in the presentation of
information to others
Responsible
individuals whose civic goals are to:
á Lead healthy lives in mind and body
á Make successful choices that enhance
self-esteem.
á Demonstrate character values and ethical
behavior.
á Understands and appreciates the Island
community and oneÕs unique connection to MarthaÕs Vineyard.
Complex
thinkers whose social goals are to:
á Become capable of self-reflection.
á Accept and use constructive criticism.
á Take responsible intellectual risks
THE STAR PROGRAM
The STAR Program (Students
and Teachers Achieving Results) is an in-house based, alternative program for
freshman and sophomore students who have difficulty adapting to the mainstream
Martha's Vineyard Regional High School program. The mission of the STAR Program is to successfully address
the educational needs of the students, while giving them strategies and skills
to succeed in the future.
The STAR team consisting of a
program coordinator, guidance counselor, adjustment counselor, administrator,
and teachers will review the recommendations made by teachers and staff to
determine whether a student is a candidate for the STAR program.
THE REBECCA AMOS INSTITUTE
Rebecca Amos Institute (RAI)
is one of two alternative programs offered by MVRHS. RAI students and facilitators work together, as a learning
community, to create an environment that fosters personal, social, and
scholastic growth for 11th and 12th graders. *Classes are offered in small group
settings with curriculum being driven by student need. All coursework follows the rigors established by the
traditional MVRHS day program and supports students who are college-bound as
well as those entering vocational programs upon graduation. RAI is designed to work with students
who have a capacity to ask questions, persevere, and explore different styles
of learning. Students interested
in applying should speak with their guidance counselor.
*see back of catalog for course selections.