Early Childhood Programs and Services

Academy West Alternative High School in Flint gives students a different route to a diploma. Some arrive behind on credits, some had their education interrupted, and some felt out of place at a traditional high school. Students do not need to live in the Westwood Heights district to enroll, and we serve students through age 21. We meet Monday through Thursday on a 95-minute block schedule, so students can earn up to 8 credits a year instead of the usual 6. Fridays are open for make-up work, computer time, tutoring and enrichment. Students choose traditional in-seat classes, online coursework in our building, or online learning from home through Westwood Virtual Academy, our partnership with MyVirtual Academy. GED and adult education options are also available. Our coursework follows the Michigan Common Core curriculum with 18 core credits and 4 electives. Staff mentor students and group them into cohorts to clear the barriers that keep them from graduating on time, and math and reading coaches from the Genesee Intermediate School District work alongside our teachers.

The Center for Countywide Programs (CCP) is dedicated to fostering the educational and developmental needs of children across Genesee County, particularly those with unique challenges, including language-based learning disabilities and twice-exceptional students. This institution's core mission revolves around enhancing early learning and ensuring educational achievement while promoting the health and safety of its students. CCP employs a variety of specialized programs and therapeutic methodologies designed to support diverse learning styles, creating an inclusive environment that nurtures each child's potential. What sets the Center apart is its commitment to maintaining a low student-teacher ratio, which allows for personalized attention and tailored instruction. Additionally, strong partnerships with families are emphasized, ensuring that parents and guardians are actively involved in their children's education. The school also hosts unique community events that foster engagement and support among families, making it a vital resource for those navigating the complexities of special education.

At Elmer A. Knopf Learning Center, Genesee County students ages 8 to 26 work on academics, daily-life skills, and greater independence. The Genesee Intermediate School District serves students with moderate cognitive impairments or autism through this center-based program. Its supported-independence curriculum gives that work a practical focus as students move through different stages of school and young adulthood.