Marshall East Campus Learning Alternatives
1420 East College Drive
Marshall, MN  56258
Grades 9-12
(507) 537-6210

Jeremy Williams - Assistant Principal

Marshall East Campus Learning Alternatives

“Providing an Education to Meet Individual Needs"

Mission and Vision:

The mission of the Marshall East Campus Learning Alternatives is “To provide students with real-world learning experiences through cooperative planning, flexible learning and fun that will lead to success in life.”  The center staff recognizes that all learners have unique learning needs and is committed to providing learning experiences specifically tailored to each individual student.  The students and staff at Marshall East work together as a learning community by listening, learning and respecting one another. Marshall East works to connect students and families with community service agencies developing a sense of trust, caring, and meeting our vision of “Providing a place of hope”.  For information about any of our programs please call (507) 537-6210.

Program Opportunities:

1.  Seat Based Program

Marshall East Campus learning alternative is a seat-based program that offers the opportunity to earn a diploma.  The curriculum at the center is based on the Minnesota graduation standards.  To graduate students will be required to complete all standards and credits as listed in Minnesota statute and pass the Minnesota basic standards tests in reading, math, and written language or the MCA II Tests (2010+).

 2.  “After Hours”

In addition to our seat-based program, Marshall East Campus also offers an “After Hours” program from 3 P.M. to 6 P.M. on Monday through Thursday.  This program is for students who need to reclaim or makeup credits from any of the area high schools.

3.  Middle School Program

Marshall East Learning Alternatives also provides and a math remediation program for Middle School students located on site at the Middle School. Entrance into this program is determined by the student’s academic needs and teacher recommendation.

4. Summer School Program

We offer a summer program for students who have at least completed grade eight. Students can attend summer school to make up credits in the basic core areas needed for graduation.  Our program runs all day for four weeks.  Students are able to makeup up 1 total academic credit.  They can also participate in our work experience program and earn an additional credit.

5.  Work Experience Program

Marshall East Campus provides students with opportunities to develop skills for the workplace.  Participants in the work experience program can use their work experiences to earn elective credit toward graduation. The experiences can include internships, youth service, work experience, or a practicum.   Students, parents and employers agree to a work based training agreement, which includes quarterly on site evaluations by the work experience coordinator. 

Student Support Services:

1.  Student Leadership

MAAP Stars is our leadership program.  It helps students to develop employment, academic and social skills.  Its goal is to encourage self-motivation and self-confidence. MAAP Stars builds an appreciation for the responsibilities of citizenship and builds teamwork.  Our students attend a fall leadership conference, legislative day, and a spring events conference.  At the spring conference our students have opportunities to participate in the following areas:  Competitive and Demonstration events, Artistic Performance, and Artistic Display. 

2.  Marshall East Child Care Center

At our mall site Marshall East Campus has a full range of day care facilities for children ages 6 weeks through pre-school.  Our center is open to the public.  For information about our child care center call (507) 537-6210.

3.  Teen Parenting Program

Students at the center have access to parent education topics such as pregnancy, delivery, infant care, child growth and development, and living on your own.