Established in 2007, Mendocino Sunrise High School is a continuation school with a maximum enrollment of 15 students. With two teachers, MSHS uses a continuation education model to provide an alternative to comprehensive high school and independent study. MSHS staff works to improve the attitude of students towards education, as well as basic skills and knowledge through individualized learning plans and collaborative learning activities. The continuation program provides an opportunity to make up credits, salvage partial credit when a semester has not been going well, work and study part time, prepare for the California High School Proficiency Exam, or just get a fresh start. Students may also attend any MHS/MCHS scheduled classes at the end of the MSHS school day. This relationship between the schools benefits students, as they can use MSHS credits to complete graduation requirements for any of the Mendocino High Schools. An evaluation meeting with staff, students, and parents can recommend a student for enrollment at MSHS or to return to comprehensive high school or independent study.
Daily attendance is required from 8:15 AM to lunch for a total of 15 hours per week, or one academic credit a week. Student success at MSHS relies on a student’s self-awareness and responsibility. The burden of responsibility for achievement is placed upon the student. The staff at MSHS recognizes that each of our students comes with individual needs. Every effort is made to help each student meet their own needs and achieve success. Most subjects offered are programmed, self-directed materials, designed for students to proceed at a rate in relation to their capabilities. MSHS has created and implemented a post high school preparation program in the areas of Consumer Math and World of Work to focus on work and career goals post high school graduation. Small class size allows for more personal attention, and individualized instruction allows each pupil to learn what is appropriate in content, difficulty, and method.
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