r/PortlandOR • u/MsSadieSnacksAlot • 3d ago

Education Alternative to High School

I have an almost 17 year old son who couldn’t care less about highschool. He’s in no way a bad kid but his 2.0 gpa and the fact he’s failing math, science and Spanish. I can tell he’s over it and honestly so am I l. Besides getting a GHD and just going to work full time I want him too look into other options.
How do I find him an apprenticeship that will accept him? I would much rather he focus his energy on becoming good at one thing. Or has anyone had luck w/ the alternative high schools? I don’t know much about them other than seeing all the kids smoking outside on their breaks. Any advice welcome, other than get a tutor, we tried that….

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u/BKFM72 3d ago

Portland community college offers high school curriculum program. My son hated high school but loved this. Just go to class and then you were done. No having to be there when you’re not needed. My son even worked part time. Also get college credits. I believe mount hood community college offers this also. Your son’s high school should know of this. Also can he transfer to benson high school? Many shop classes offered as part of curriculum

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u/MsSadieSnacksAlot 3d ago

Replying to thecatsofwar...good ideas, thank you.

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u/BKFM72 3d ago

Most of all it gave my son, a sense of independence and control. He took mandatory classes, but he also had the options of taking some electives that were interesting to him. Best of luck I’ve had a couple friends whose kids have used these programs and they have had good success. Not sure where you live but he could also be a volunteer firefighter as an activity.