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Alternative
High School Open House set for Sept. 24
Collaboration between home, school and community is key to
success
 Cooperation
between school, home, and community is essential for students to
learn and develop the responsible attitudes and habits they need
to grow into successful, productive adults. An Open House at HFM
BOCES’ Alternative High School will seek to energize that process
on Thursday, Sept. 24, from 5-7 p.m.
Alternative High School Principal Thomas Flynn encourages
parents, students, area teachers and administrators to visit the
HFM BOCES campus and learn about the programs and opportunities
for area students.
Visitors at the Open House can meet teachers in their classrooms
to get an idea of a student’s typical day, and they can also
meet with the school counselor, social worker, and
administrators.
Mr. Flynn stressed the importance of the event as a chance for
parents to gain insight into this comprehensive educational
program.
“This is a great chance to get acquainted with our teachers and
staff,” Mr. Flynn said. “By working together we can better meet
the needs of our students.”
The HFM BOCES Alternative High School Program is specifically
designed to provide an educational option for students in grades
8-12 whose needs are not met by traditional secondary schools.
The program helps students earn a high school diploma while
maintaining the same academic requirements as their home
schools. Students are encouraged to make full use of the
learning environment through small-group direct instruction,
individualized achievement contracts, and a positive reward
system. In many cases, students are involved in a scheduled
school-to-work program.
“We have one primary purpose,” Mr. Flynn said. “We are here to
positively impact students’ preparation for a successful and
productive life.”
For additional information contact Alternative High School
Principal Thomas Flynn, at
tflynn@hfmboces.org or 518-736-4320.
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