More recently, students in the alternative high school have gone on to college.

Much like several other alternative schools, teachers are on a first name basis with students.

There is also an alternative high school in the district with 20 to 25 students.

In recent years, many new alternative schools have been formed.

Most recently, the district used the house for its alternative school and adult education.

"It's a problem that all the alternative schools are having to deal with," she said.

The alternative schools are the focus of more attention than usual this year.

Do look at possible alternative schools sooner rather than later, so that you have a feel for what is on offer in your area.

Therefore, each alternative school may have different beliefs about what education should include.

Until now, many alternative schools have been created by community school boards.