Phoenix High School
Location: 920 E. 34th Street Door #8, Minneapolis, MN 55407 (Located near Powderhorn Park in the MPS Wilder Complex.)
School Hours:
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Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 2:55 p.m.
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Fridays 8:00 a.m. to 12:25 p.m.
Students: Grades 10 through 12, ages 15 to 21
Contact: Wendy Smith
Email: wsmith@voamn.org
Phone: 612-746-2010
Fax/Transcripts: 612-746-2020
Description
Phoenix High School is a state approved, contract alternative program serving Minneapolis Public School (MPS) students. The school is located in the Wilder Building just south of the Midtown Market and on the edge of Powderhorn Park. Phoenix prizes its diverse student population -- serving students from all over the metro area as well as some neighboring suburbs. Phoenix High School allows for credit make-up and student success by offering flexible scheduling, small class sizes, extra credit earning opportunities, an on site Independent Study Program (ISP) and a great amount of student support. Phoenix is operated by the Volunteers of America-Minnesota.
Phoenix High School is very much like most MPS high schools but on a much smaller scale. Phoenix offers small class sizes, flexibility in scheduling and a 7-period day which allows students to interact with all teachers and staff. Phoenix has a very strong commitment to student support and Phoenix students benefit from daily positive teacher interaction and have access to on-site counseling and school partners providing social services. Phoenix High prizes its diverse population, and has a goal of seeing every student rise to success at school and in life.
Special Features
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Small class size
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Credit make-up
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Intensive student support
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College and career preparation
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Highly qualified teaching staff
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Independent Study Program
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ESL level 3 services
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Positive academic and social school climate
Phoenix Students
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Prefer a smaller setting
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Are in need of credit make-up
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Need flexibility in scheduling
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Desire good relationships with their teachers
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Could benefit from academic support during the school day and after school
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Value a “typical” high school social climate
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Have hopes to pursue post-secondary education/training
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Might need resources for outside of school challenges
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Have language barriers which challenge learning- Phoenix enrolls level 3 ESL
Program Strengths
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Emphasis on relationship and trust building to foster a safe learning environment
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Careful credit monitoring by students, advisors and counselor to ensure students stay on track for graduation
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Instructional styles that meet individual student needs
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Intentional focused instruction on developing reading and math skills
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Student support/advising incorporated into the daily schedule
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Focus on literacy
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Diverse student body
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Teachers are licensed in their field of study and highly qualified
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After school programming and tutoring available
Curriculum/Courses
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Core classes include Science, English, Math, Social Studies
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Elective Classes include Phy Ed, Health, Art
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After school classes are offered year round including experiences in theatre, art, creative writing, phy ed, film and social justice
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Support classes in reading and math are built into the daily schedule
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Multiple grading periods within each quarter provide students with additional opportunities to stay on track
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Credit earning student advisory period is built into the daily schedule
Support Services
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A licensed school counselor is available to assist students with issues and problems which may be preventing success in school.
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Volunteers of America-Minnesota (VOAMN) services are available to students including family support, mental health services and therapeutic support to foster homes.
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Students also have access to many other programs provided by VOAMN, including holiday gift programs, free school supplies, and food shelves.
Enrollment
Students who have attended a Minneapolis Public School or MPS Contract Alternative School may enroll at Phoenix any time during the school year. Students new to Minnesota or the Minneapolis Public School District must contact the MPS placement center before enrolling at Phoenix. When Phoenix is at maximum enrollment students will be placed on a waiting list. Students must complete registration materials before attending. Parent or guardian approval is necessary for enrollment. Please contact the school office for information at 612-746-2010.