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ATLAS AND SUPPORT PROGRAMS
(ATLAS) ALTERNATIVES TOWARD LEARNING & ACHIEVING SUCCESS (ATLAS PROGRAM)
ATLAS is a voluntary program providing students with an opportunity to grow and achieve academic and personal success in an individualized setting. Students struggling academically for a variety of reasons are referred to the program by counselors and/or administrators. Interested students and their parents complete an ATLAS application, are placed on the wait list and prioritized as openings occur.
ATLAS offers students small class sizes, individualized planning and support, and computer-based instruction. Students can earn credit in core subjects and work study. Classes meet Kirkwood District and Missouri state standards. The staff includes a Program Coordinator, four teachers (including one Special School District teacher), and an aide. During an intake meeting, students accepted into the program are given a personalized schedule addressing academic needs and goals.
The regular ATLAS program consists of two three-hour sessions, with each session servicing 30-35 students. In addition to the regular ATLAS sessions, a Credit Recovery Program is offered Monday-Thursday from 2:35-4:00 p.m. for non ATLAS seniors and rising seniors deficient in graduation credits. Students are referred to this program by their counselors. Please refer questions regarding the ATLAS Program to Adele Hayes, Program Coordinator, at 213-6100 ext. 1191.
