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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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Information for 2022-23 graduating seniors
The new law does not impact the current school year.
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Multicultural Celebration on Friday, April 14 from 6-9 p.m. at Woodbury High School.
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Thank you to our families for completing the transportation opt-in form.
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This year, April 4 and 18 are school-wide testing days for high school students. Please review the schedule to know what each grade level will be doing for the test days.
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The ACT (American College Testing) will be administered to all students in grade 11 on Tuesday, April 18, 2023. Learn more about the test, schedule and other details for taking the ACT.
Nominate your favorite teacher or school employee for the Educator of the Year Award.
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High school seniors are invited to apply for a $1,500 scholarship.
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The MN-891 AFJROTC cadets won first place in the physical fitness competition and third place overall.
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SoWashCo Schools Elementary Art Show is on display at the District Service Center.
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SoWashCo Schools' bus cameras captured 51 violations since January 1, 2023.
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Valley Crossing Elementary School (VCES) students won awards at the Minnesota Zoo’s ZOOMS STEM Design Challenge.
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Due to supply issues, milk will not be available during lunch today, March 3, 2023.
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SoWashCo Schools is moving to an opt-in transportation system starting in the fall.
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Park High School teacher Mark Anderson was selected as a semifinalist for the 2023 Minnesota Teacher of the Year Award.