Mission: The staff at St. Mary’s Alternative School fosters and maintains a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where students learn in small groups.
St. Mary’s Alternative School is a prenatal and academic transitional program for young women in grades 6-12. The academic program meets the Boston Public Schools curriculum standards, guidelines, and expectations.
St. Mary’s provides its students with programs, resources, and support unique to the needs of pregnant women. These include:
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
Students are referred to the program by administrators and guidance counselors in the school that they currently attend. Additional referral sources include Comprehensive School Age Parenting Program (CSAPP) staff and social service agencies.
After the referral is made, the prospective student must complete the intake process and be interviewed by the Program Director.
All prospective students must be registered in Boston Public Schools and be residents of the City of Boston. There are no age or income requirements to attend St. Mary’s.
The staff at St. Mary’s is able to support learners with special needs.
St. Mary’s Alternative School is a great program. It is a safe, nurturing place that provides pregnant teens with so many things. In addition to excellent academics, there are other resources available to the students." - Dina, Parent "St. Mary’s has been a great experience for me. The teachers are very supportive and caring. At St. Mary’s, we continue our academics and learn what we need in order to be good parents to our children. Most of all, the program inspires us to finish high school and set goals for our futures" - Shakeeda , Student