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The Western High School Independent Learning Center is an independent studies, social/emotional at-risk program that provides a group play therapy approach to social/emotional learning. Using socialization as the main driver for healing, students are able to participate in social/emotional group activities as well as individual therapeutic sessions that are customized to his or her social/emotional needs. Furthermore, students maintain connection with the home campus by participating in on campus classes or activities if they choose.
Mission Statement:
The mission of the Independent Learning Centers is to provide all students with academic, social/emotional, and career support. Students are encouraged to be self-advocates who are motivated and aspire to become mindful thinkers and compassionate members of society. The ILC partners with other educators and community stakeholders, and constantly works collaboratively for the purpose of enriching students’ school experiences.
Vision Statement:
As a collaborative community, we are building a positive and innovative campus where all students pursue their choice of college and career pathways, celebrate diversity and foster a sense of family, spirit and belonging.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to...
- COLLABORATE AS A COMMUNITY (work together effectively and efficiently, engage in the civic life of the school and community)
- BUILD A POSITIVE CAMPUS (mutual respect among and between staff and students, participate in campus events and display school spirit)
- BUILD AN INNOVATIVE CAMPUS (use critical thinking to develop creative solutions to problems, be multi-media literate)
- PURSUE COLLEGE AND CAREER PATHWAYS (connect learning to their future, develop skills to make them employable)
- CELEBRATE DIVERSITY (stand up and support each other in a positive manner, develop a positive sense of self)
- FOSTER A SENSE OF FAMILY, SPIRIT, AND BELONGING (empower themselves and others, communicate with respect and acceptance)
Additionally, students will be able to...
- Illustrate Social/Emotional Wellness by experiencing social/emotional learning enrichment and activities (e.g. self efficacy, self esteem, self confidence, self/social awareness, responsible behavior, embrace therapy and share without fear)
- Employ improved communication skills (e.g. self advocacy, conflict management, communicating with diverse audiences, verbal/nonverbal)
- Establish and Develop Healthy Relationships (e.g. family, friends, workplace)
- Evaluate College/Career Focused Options (e.g. Dual Enrollment, CTE Pathways, A-G completion, College/Career-focused assemblies and speakers, Seal of Biliteracy)
- Demonstrate Servant Leadership (e.g. community service, civic engagement)
- Assess their school experience with the 5 C’s (Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Creativity, and Compassion)
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Students were surveyed on the change in their own lives from their experience in the ILC. Overall, students saw improvements in self perception, relationships with their own family, and their future outlook:
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