Merrimack high schools

This program develops transitional skills and provides a high school setting for alternative education students who are interested in gaining vocational training in addition to academics. This program utilizes concepts based on a Reality Therapy model that holds students responsible for their actions through natural consequences and peer group feedback.

“Every teacher here treats us like individuals.”

~ Student

The setting is that of a high school, utilizing concepts based on a Reality Therapy model that holds students responsible for their actions through natural consequences and peer group feedback. Small class sizes and a variety of teaching methods motivate the hard to reach student. Students at the high school are enrolled in classes that prepare them for graduation and beyond. One of the goals of the high school is to prepare students to return to a public school setting when appropriate. In addition to academics, students are given the opportunity to participate in physical education, technology education, field trips, and neighborhood assistance. Placements have included Habitat for Humanity, homeless shelters and classrooms for children who are developmentally and physically challenged.

Age/Grade Range

Grades 9 – 12

Program Location

114 Turnpike Road, Chelmsford

Program Hours

8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Monday through Friday

School Year

September through June

Additional Services

30 day summer program

Physical education

Daily access to fitness gym

Group counseling

Conflict resolution

Anger management

Collateral agency contact as needed

PAC

Referral Process/Contact

Initial contact from SPED Director, followed by referral packet sent to :

Merrimack Alternative High School
114 Turnpike Road
Chelmsford, MA 01824
978-528-7814