Attention teenagers!

Check out these creative methods of completing high school.

Alternative High School. 
The Alternative High School program is an excellent chance for young adults between the ages of 16 and 21 to earn a high school diploma. Students are offered flexibility in a non-traditional setting. Enrollment is limited. Upon completion, students are awarded a high school diploma. There is no cost to students. Alternative High Schools are located in Emmetsburg,  Estherville and Spirit Lake.

High School Equivalency (GED).  
You can complete your high school on an individual basis, depending on your individual needs. Assessments are given to you to determine which areas you need to study before taking the GED examination.  This program is directed toward adults who are at least 18, out of school and have not completed the requirements for a high school diploma. By completing this program, you will receive a high school equivalency diploma--GED from the State of Iowa.

You may prepare by attending GED classes in any of the five subject test areas.  You can complete your GED by passing tests in writing, reading, math, social studies, and science. GED Testing services are available in each county.  There is a test fee..  Contact the Success Center or Continuing Education for further information.

High School Completion - Diploma Credit
Diploma credit is given to students who complete the appropriate course.  These courses are approved by your local school districts and are offered through the Success Center at Iowa Lakes or Continuing Education.  Call 712-852-5226 for more information.

Students have the choice of having credits transferred back to their high school in order to have the diploma awarded by the high school.  Or students may have credit transferred from their high school to Iowa Lakes and, once sufficient credit is earned, their diploma is issued by Iowa Lakes.  Instruction is determined by request and referrals from the local school district.

Student Alternative Vocational Education (SAVE).  
This vocational and educational program prepares high school special education students to enter the competitive work force.  SAVE is a secondary transitional preparatory program for students on a current Individualized Education Plan (IEP) located at the Emmetsburg Campus.