High School Program
The DLC High School program offers both standard and college preparatory academic tracks from the University of Nebraska High School, which is accredited by AdvancED. The curriculum choices are tailored to individual student needs.
We offer additional programs designed to meet the needs of the learning-differenced and the accelerated student, as well as students on the autism spectrum.
We provide an 8 to 1 student/teacher ratio as well as one-on-one math instruction with specialty area teachers in all subjects. DLC helps motivate students to achieve their goals using strong academics but in a less pressured, positive school environment.
High School Curriculum
Individualized basic, standard, and college preparatory high school degree programs are available through the University of Nebraska High School and the Dallas Learning Center. Coursework is not completed online.
Programs
Three individualized high school tracks available: Basic, Standard, and College Preparatory
Accreditation
For accreditation, students are enrolled in the University of Nebraska High School, which is accredited by AdvancED.
Courses
Full curriculum, including electives, structured to be completed in one semester. Students can complete courses in less than a semester if they desire. Courses can also be extended into the following semester.
Acceleration
Accelerated programs and programs to make up credit deficiencies available
Enrichment Curriculum
Studio art, digital photography, history in the making, Music Learning Band, yearbook, team-building field trips, daily study halls, community service field trips, and athletic leagues
Grading System Used
Numerical (e.g., A = 90 to 100)
Homework Policy
There is no assigned homework. Students may take coursework home to work on, if they choose.
Daily Structure
Structured, positive environment with 45 minute classes and 15 minute breaks between classes. Phones allowed at breaks.
Credit Transfer
Course work transfers to public and private schools and colleges.
Conferences Per Year
At the request of parent or administration; open house twice per year
Tests Administered
Wide Range Achievement Test (WRAT) available upon request. California Achievement Test (CAT) English section only, mandatory for graduating seniors and transferring high school students
School Hours
9:15 am to 3:00 pm Monday through Thursday; 9:15 am to 1:45 pm Friday. Early release and Friday off option available
Office Hours
8:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday
Lunch
Bring sack lunch, microwave ovens available. Vending machines on site. Pizza, Chinese food, Chick-fil-A, and Subway available 5 days per week.
Dress Code
Casual (see policy manual for specifics). No uniforms
Computers
Laptops are available for student use, or students may bring their own laptop.
Maximum Enrollment
60 students
Organization & Time Management
DLC utilizes techniques to strengthen organization, time-management, and study skills.
Environment
Positive, accepting, friendly environment
Motivation
Using positive feedback, teachers help motivate students to achieve their goals in a timely manner.