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School Hours: 8:45 a.m.-2:45 p.m. | Phone: 651-425-7000
Welcome to South Washington Alternative High School
welcome!
South Washington Alternative High School serves students in tenth through twelfth grades and is part of SoWashCo Schools. The school offers an alternative learning environment with small class sizes that help students become career and college ready. At South Washington Alternative High School, all staff members are committed to helping every student feel supported and included. Teachers work to personalize student learning through one-on-one conversations and building relationships.
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South Washington Alternative High School News
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Please complete our family survey for the 2024-25 school year calendar. The deadline to submit your response is Monday, Oct. 2.
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Early voting (mail-in and in-person) is open from Sept. 22 through Nov. 6. You can vote in person at four convenient Washington County locations Woodbury, Cottage Grove, Stillwater or Forest Lake. You can also vote by absentee ballot.
SoWashCo’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Department is seeking community voices to contribute to our district’s goals regarding educational equity, community engagement, and closing academic opportunity gaps.
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All SoWashCo Schools primary household families must complete the Annual Update on Campus Parent Portal by Friday, June 30.
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End of Year Message from Superintendent.
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Find school supply lists on your child's school website.
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Thunderbolts compete at the MSHSL state tournament.
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