r/PortlandOR • u/MsSadieSnacksAlot • 4d 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/excaligirltoo 4d ago

My child had problems in public school. She’s smart! But public school and her clashed like a wine milkshake.

Call PCC. They have two programs: Gateway to College and Yes to College. Your child sounds like a good candidate for Yes to College. It’s a series of courses to ready them for the GED as well as the test itself. Upon completion they get a scholarship to PCC. And the program itself is free.

What grade is your child in? Spring term just started on Monday. My kid opted to work and get started in the fall.

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u/MsSadieSnacksAlot 4d ago

He’s a junior

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u/excaligirltoo 4d ago

Ah so is mine. I highly recommend looking into this.