The Academy of Scholastic Achievement is a public school that helps students who have dropped out of school learn skills to advance their lives and careers. At ASA, faculty members work with at-risk students and their parents to determine individual learning plans, which focus on behavioral issues and learning objectives. Students can benefit from the school's Upward Bound program, an after-school option that focuses on college preparation for low-income and first-generation college students.
Students follow a general school curriculum, including reading, science and mathematics. In addition, extracurricular activities and work study programs are available. Students have the opportunity to participate in sports, the arts and literary clubs. ASA requires that students complete 40 hours of community service before graduation.
Academy of Scholastic Achievement
4651 W. Madison St.
Chicago, IL 60644
773-921-1316
asaschool.org
The focus of CCA Academy is to give high school dropouts in high-crime neighborhoods the opportunity to earn their high school diplomas. CCA, a private school founded in 1978, also works with students to place them in either a technical training program or college upon graduation. In addition to a challenging curriculum of math, science and language courses, students have access to a state-of-the-art science lab, a full computer lab, tutoring and counseling.
Students at CCA Academy can enroll in the school's college prep program, Upward Bound. This program gives individuals the chance to study fields such as culinary arts and provides information on maintaining healthy lifestyles through its healthy foods and fitness course. In addition, students are encouraged to participate in the neighborhood gardens program.
CCA Academy
1231 S. Pulaski Rd.
Chicago, IL 60623-1234
773-762-2272
Lake View Academy, a private alternative school that enrolls only 20 students, provides students with one-on-one instruction. The school, operated by Lake View Presbyterian Church, targets students who have either dropped out of public school or who are earning extremely low grades. In addition, students who feel their educational needs are not being met at public schools are considered for admission.
Students participate in general education courses as well as electives. Their days typically begin and end with a math drill and can feature courses in film, history, sciences, physical education, Greek literature and current events. In order to graduate, students must hold a part-time job for at least five months.
Lake View Academy
716 W. Addison
Chicago, IL 60613
773-281-3065
lakeviewpresbyterian.org/lva