LIFE Program
School District 145 – LIFE Program
“Learning Independently For Everyone”
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of School District #145 LIFE Program is to empower all
students with the knowledge, skills, and attitude to meet the
challenges of our changing world. The LIFE Program will provide
individualized alternative learning opportunities for students at
risk of not completing school. This program will be a place to
learn and develop personally and academically.
PHILOSOPHY
All students have a right to a free appropriate education and when
offered the appropriate setting, can experience educational
success. The traditional educational model does not provide the
right environment for some students. The curriculum in the LIFE
Program will be individualized for the students, as well as, meet
State and District standards.
All educational planning will be facilitated with the support and
cooperation of the student, family, community, and educational
staff.
COURSE OF STUDY
The academic program offers career-oriented programs in science,
social studies, math, and English. Social, life, and job skills
training are also emphasized.
TARGET
POPULATION
● Students who have dropped out of
school
● Students who have exhausted educational opportunities
● Students whose individual instructional pacing does not fit the
traditional means
of instructional delivery
● Students whose educational success is in part dependent on
nonacademic support
(Ex: flex scheduling, intensive counseling, child care…)
● Students whose talents significantly exceed their performance
EXPECTED OUTCOMES
● Increased proficiency in basic skills
● Increased standardized test scores
● Increased career exploration and vocational training
● Increased skills in conflict resolution
● Increased student self-confidence
● Increased student attendance
● Increased number of graduates
