Alternative High School (AHS) Frequently Asked Questions

Does Second Start AHS issue a diploma?

No. Students at Second Start earn credit in the classes they are taking and a credit sheet is sent to their sending school. The sending school issues a diploma. Schools vary in required courses and number of credits needed for a diploma. SS works with the student and their school requirements to make sure they take the courses they need for a diploma.

Who pays the tuition?

The school is funded through tuition the sending school pays per student.

How long can I stay at Second Start?

Most students are at Second Start for one to two years. Some students enter as a junior and graduate from Second Start or decide to get their GED once they turn 18. Some students come in as a ninth or tenth grader and transition back to their sending school when they are ready.