SIATech East LA High School (formerly Boyle Heights)
Whether you need to earn a few remaining high school credits to graduate or complete an entire high school program, SIATech East Los Angeles Independent Study High School might be for you. The program is designed for Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act (WIOA) eligible, 16-24 year old students in Los Angeles county.
SIATech East Los Angeles Independent Study High School provides out-of-school youth the opportunity to attend the Independent Study Program and earn their high school diploma while learning career valuable skills.
The school works in partnership with the PUENTE Learning Center. PUENTE serves as a bridge to opportunity by helping students find meaningful employment and create brighter futures for themselves.
SIATech East Los Angeles Independent Study High School is high-tech and highly interactive. Upon admission, each student receives an individual learning plan to outline his or her optimal path to graduation. The school consists of classrooms with caring mentor teachers that are open Monday through Friday for students to work with their teacher and other students on-site. Students who need computers or Internet access will be provided those by the school. Students can then access their coursework online to complete coursework anytime, day or night.
In addition, at least one hour a week of individualized time with a mentor teacher provides helpful one-on-one attention to ensure students are on track to graduate. The SIATech Independent Study Program’s low student to teacher ratio ensures that each student receives the tools and motivation needed to succeed.
Like its other classroom-based schools, SIATech’s Independent Study Program provides a robust academic program that emphasizes literacy, numeracy, and workplace readiness skills. The curriculum incorporates common core state standards in an environment of applied academics and software training. The program is aligned with SIATech’s mission of providing Real Learning for Real Life™. Students will graduate with the 21st century skills needed for the workplace and higher education.
Accreditation
Accrediting Commission for Schools Western Association of Schools and Colleges WASC-Accreditation Letter
