Teen Parent Program

A r c h i v e d I n f o r m a t i o n

Compendium of School-Based and School-Linked Programs for Pregnant and Parenting Adolescents, February 1999

Alternative Schools for Pregnant and Parenting Teens

Teen Parent Program

Agency:	Teen Parent Program Vista High School One Panther Way Vista, California 92084
Telephone: Fax:	(760) 726-5611, extension 4125 (760) 630-9738
Contact Person:	Marty Ullrich
Annual Budget:	$235,000
Primary Funding Source:	California School Age Parenting and Infant Development funds

Mission:

Provide an opportunity for each pregnant and parenting teen to complete school and become a self-supporting, contributing member of the community.

Profile:

In existence since 1985, Teen Parent Program is an alternative school-based education program in a city locale. The population served is Hispanic (80 percent), African-American (10 percent), and white (10 percent) students, 14 to 18 years old. Approximately 20 pregnant and 32 adolescent mothers are served annually. Child care for 40 children is provided.

Description of Service Model:

The program provides alternative education for pregnant minors and teen parents. Located on the Vista High School campus, it offers academic and elective courses on independent study contracts. Students are mainstreamed for part of the daily schedule into such courses as health, sciences, advanced math, art, business courses, physical education, and work experience to fulfill graduation requirements.

Evaluation Methods:

Success is measured by graduation and employment rates, follow-up surveys, and repeat pregnancy rates.

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