Part-Time High School Program

2 flexible options for Bay Area independent study & home-school students

Holden offers two unique on-campus programs for independent & home-school students who want to:

  • Augment their learning plan with on-campus academic and / or elective classes in a supportive community environment
  • Participate in small classes (3-10 students) taught by experienced staff that tailors instruction to individual student needs
  • Prepare to make a successful post-secondary transition from individual learning to the college class environment
  • Gentler re-entry or first entry to classroom learning for unschooled or home study students
  • Experience classroom learning without enrolling in large, impersonal high schools
  • Supplement an independent learning plan with classes difficult to provide at home (higher math, lab science, second language, etc.)

Part-Time Academic + Elective High School Program Options:

PART-TIME ACADEMIC CLASS OPTION

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PART-TIME ACADEMIC CLASS OPTION:

  • Two or more academic classes offered at the Holden campus
  • Perfectly suited for independent study or home school students who want to take traditional academic classes in a supportive campus environment
  • Sample course subjects: Mathematics, Sciences, History, English, and similar academic subjects

BOTH PROGRAMS

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BOTH PROGRAMS:

  • Social interaction with a diverse group of teens from around the Bay Area
  • A unique learning environment with support and structure
  • Meaningful adult relationships in a group and individual settings with teachers, mentors, counselors, and tutors
  • A small, safe, accepting community
  • Weekly individual Resource, Exploration, and Support (RES) with a masters/post-masters level counselor
  • Great field trips

PART-TIME ELECTIVE CLASS OPTION:

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PART-TIME ELECTIVE CLASS OPTION:

  • Two days of elective classes held on the Holden campus
  • Perfectly suited for independent study and homeschool students who want to add flexible non-academic courses to their transcripts
  • Sample courses include: Art, Music, Film, Cooking, Hiking, Yoga, and similar elective subjects
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"Holden has helped me feel confident enough to open up and share my ideas and opinions. I plan to enroll in community college to study aviation and graphic design."
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CoreyHolden Graduate
"The Transition Counselors at Holden have helped me organize my path to college. It's been very productive. This fall I'll attend Sacramento Community College."
Jack
JackHolden Graduate
"Holden supports but doesn't coddle. It pushes me to be my best. I have to earn my privileges through things like community service and clean-up crew that prepare me for life outside of school."
Ari
AriHolden Graduate
"Graduating from Holden is bitter-sweet. I'll miss the close-knit feeling of being in such a small community. I'm excited to start at Prescott College to study Wilderness Leadership."
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ZaylaHolden Graduate
"My favorite Holden memory was our school field trip to Kennedy Park. After my gap year, I'll attend the College of Alameda and take a mechanics class."
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WalterHolden Graduate
"I didn't do well in traditional schools because my ADHD means I learn differently. Holden gave me lots of support to pursue my passion for engineering and science."
Gabe
GabeHolden Graduate
"I am forever grateful. This school not only saved my life, but gave me a safe place to explore, grow, and heal."


Krystal
KrystalHolden Graduate
"Holden is a real community. Everyone belongs. I love the freedom I have to express myself. I feel respected here."


Kayla
KaylaHolden Graduate
"Before Holden, I struggled in crowded public school classrooms with teachers who could not support a student with ADHD. I've grown so much at Holden"

Carlo
CarloHolden Alumnus
"Holden gave me a better understanding of myself and how I affect the world around me. It gave me direction, and guided my creativity"

Elliot "Oden"
Elliot "Oden"Holden Graduate
"I am so grateful to work in a school with a collaborative staff that truly respects and supports each individual student."


Abby
AbbyHolden Director
"Holden helped me learn to really enjoy life and express my feelings. Holden helped me through a lot of dark times and I'm forever thankful."

Beatrice
BeatriceHolden Graduate
“I have matured in ways that wouldn’t have been possible without the community at Holden.”


Brandon
BrandonHolden Graduate
"Holden is a community. We check in with each other, teach and learn from one another, and help each other succeed. I love working here!"

Libby
LibbyHolden Teacher
"I didn't think I would graduate high school until I came to Holden. I have been supported, gained a lot more confidence and made a lot of friends in my time at Holden."

Nora
NoraHolden Graduate
"Attending Holden made me feel smart again. I didn't think I could do school but next fall I'm attending San Francisco State."

Milena
MilenaHolden Graduate
"Holden was the first school to meet my academic needs. I became more comfortable attending classes and graduated on time."

Ellie
EllieHolden Graduate
“Holden helped me learn as well as supporting me getting a job and creating a plan for after graduation."

Dylan
DylanHolden Graduate

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