Stay in School

About one-third of Washington's students don't graduate from high school. Keeping kids actively engaged in and challenged by their schoolwork is one effective way to increase graduation rates. And this is where the DLC can help.

Online Courses Your child has access to classes through the DLC that are not available at school, including AP classes, college-level classes, and electives. Online classes are also a good way to make up credits needed for graduation.	DLC Tutors DLC Tutors are high-achieving college students with expertise in the humanities, social studies, math, science, business, vocational technology, and foreign languages. Tutors can relate to high school students on their level and offer help with schoolwork and post-high school planning.
College & Career Planning Encouraging students to "keep their eye on the prize" is critical. The tools and resources included here can help. Sometimes exploring colleges and careers and get teens excited about school again and a give them a real goal to work toward.