Orange County Public Schools

Alternative to Out-of-School Suspension Centers

Program for students suspended from an OCPS school

• Provides safe, structured, alternative to complete assignments from teachers
• Provides character education for life and social skills training

Orange County Public Schools - A2S Sites

Student Eligibility Criteria

• Grades 6-12
• Committed a level 3 or level 4A, 4F, or 4J offense based on the OCPS Student Code of Conduct
• Parent/guardian to provide transportation to and from the A2S center
• Attending is based on availability
• Contact the Suspension Center before enrolling

James R. Smith Community Center

Bithlo Community Center

Testimonials

"Academically, my son benefited from this program because of the small environment and the positive teachers to help him perform during his suspension."  -Middle School Parent

"I'm thankful there is a program in place to not only help my daughter but others to be successful in school by not falling behind academically because of a "bad choice" on her part." -High School Parent

"Everyone working at A2S was very nice, accommodating, and helpful. This impacted my daughter in knowing that she is a good kid that made a poor choice and was not judged."  -Middle School Parent

"I believe this is a very good program for kids who make mistakes that result in a suspension from school."  - High School Parent

Orange County Public Schools - Partner Sites

Student Eligibility Criteria

• Grades K-12
• Committed a level 3 or level 4 offense based on the OCPS Student Code of Conduct
• Parent/guardian to provide transportation to and from the Suspension Center
• Attending is based on Availability
• Contact the Suspension Center before enrolling

Alternative Learning Placement Services (ALPS)

Keeping UP!

                 

Testimonials

"My son had time to complete his work and he felt as if he was still in school. Keeping Up gave my son a great chance to stay on track with his school work. This is a very useful program. I would suggest Keeping Up for another parent if their child is suspended from school."  -Middle School Parent

"My son felt better about himself and that he could go back to school and be a better student. His grades and his attitude improved as well." -Elementary School Parent

"Keeping Up is a great opportunity for students to receive support and stay involved in school during a suspension." -Middle School Parent

"This is a great program, and I am forever grateful for everyone who made this possible." -Elementary School Parent

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Fresh Start

8001 Silver Star Road
Orlando, FL 32818
407-522-6511
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Testimonials

"My daughter now realizes to stop making the same mistakes.  She benefited because she was in school doing her schoolwork rather than being home alone." -High School Parent

"I’m glad my daughter had a place to go while I went to work rather than being home unsupervised."  -Middle School Parent