Jefferson County High School

History

Jefferson County High School began operation in January, 1986, as an open-entry/open-exit program. Its mission was to provide an opportunity for students to obtain a high school diploma by attending class on a flexible schedule. The target population was: 16-20 year old students who wished to transfer from their present high school, young adults 16-20 years of age who had dropped out of school, and adults 21 years of age or older. Since its inception, JCHS has grown so that it now serves over 5000 students and has over 400 graduates annually.

Current Courses

Training for Staff Using JCHS Materials

Jefferson County High School has developed a system of curriculum implementation that has been highly successful and is currently utilized in over 300 school districts/agencies in 27 states. While some districts desire a complete training which would include program awareness, sensitivity, and curriculum implementation, others want just curriculum implementation. We would be pleased to share our methodology with you in a customized training.

If you are interested in specific training on the Jefferson County High School program, please contact Lisa Puccetti at (502) 485-3173 or e-mail Lisa Puccetti.

Paper-Pencil Curriculum Source for Alternative Programs

Jefferson County High School has developed a curriculum that is individualized, self-paced and teacher-designed. As of June 2009, the JCHS program and/or curriculum materials have been used in 300 school district/agencies in 27 states.

Workbooks, textbooks, and other materials are available for purchase to schools and school systems through our on-line bookstore.

Current Order Form

Current Textbook Price List

Online Curriculum Source for Alternative Programs

In 2000, JCHS expanded its alternative educational opportunities when it began operating JCPSeSchool. This program provides opportunities for students to meet their needs in an online environment with highly qualified teachers grading coursework and encouraging student success.

Program

Jefferson County High School, an alternative program for at-risk students, has developed curriculum materials which have been implemented in numerous programs throughout the country. It is individualized, self-paced and teacher-designed. All courses were written by certified teachers in specific subject areas and aligned with particular texts. Since curriculum development is an on-going process, we continue to develop courses and train teachers.

The student curriculum materials consist of a workbook, textbook, unit tests, and final examination. Students must be successful at every level of the course before being permitted to proceed. Upon satisfactory completion of all assignments/units, the student must then receive a passing score on the final examination in order to receive credit for the course.

Student grades are based on completed assignments, test scores, supplemental work, and a final examination for each course. Once the student completes a course, s/he moves on to the next course until all courses have been completed and the student graduates.

The success of the curriculum implementation is due in large part to the thorough understanding of the methodology and proper teacher selection. The training staff of Jefferson County High School would be pleased to assist and share information with other school districts that wish to begin or enhance their alternative programs.

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