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Willard Alternative High School Program

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A view of the Willard High School building and sign.
Photo from willard.mcpsmt.org
  • A modern school building exterior under a cloudy sky.

About this provider

Willard's mission is to empower and inspire students by providing a flexible, individual-centered approach that promotes self-direction, resilience, and personal growth.

How to join

A student needs to submit a completed application and referral packet from her/his counselor to the district screening team for review.

Enroll: Willard Alternative High School Program

Program type
School
Approach
Willard uses the same curriculum and students are required to complete the same number of credits to graduate. Classrooms focus less on note and test taking and more on student participation using discussions, research, presentations and written work.
Meals
All MCPS students who would like breakfast or lunch at school will be given a meal, regardless of their ability to pay or meal account status.

Philosophy

Willard’s mission is to empower and inspire students by providing a flexible, individual-centered approach that promotes self-direction, resilience, and personal growth. We believe that every learner deserves a respectful, caring environment where they are encouraged to overcome challenges and reach their full potential.

A typical day

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, & Friday Period Time 1st 9:05am – 10:00am 2nd 10:10am – 11:05am 3rd 11:15am – 12:10pm Lunch 12:10pm – 1:05pm 4th 1:10pm – 2:05pm Office Hours 2:15pm – 3:05pm Thursday Period Time 1st 9:05am – 10:00am 2nd 10:10am – 11:05am 3rd 11:15am – 12:10pm Lunch 12:10pm – 1:05pm 4th 1:10pm – 2:05pm Office Hours 2:15pm – 2:35pm

Classrooms and ratios

Classrooms
The Freshman Transition (9th grade students)
Ratio or class size
Often smaller than 10 students per teacher

Cost and payment

Published cost
Students living outside MCPS District will be subject to tuition charges.
How families pay
Fee