Alternative Paths. Lasting Impact.

Some students need an approach that recognizes their challenges, respects their experiences, and reconnects them to learning. SESI’s Alternative Education learning pathways do just that. With academic, behavioral, and emotional support focused on future success, we help students re-engage, catch up, and move forward with confidence.

Designed for Students Who Need Something Different

Our Alternative Education learning pathways support students who:

  • Are at risk of dropping out
  • Are over-age and under-credited
  • Struggle with chronic absenteeism or behavioral challenges
  • Have experienced disruptions in their education
  • Need a path to reintegrate into their home district or graduate

We meet each student where they are—and help them take the next step forward academically, behaviorally, and personally.

A Focus on Engagement, Growth, and Readiness

Individualized Academic Planning

Curriculum is aligned with state and local standards and tailored to each student’s credit recovery or academic goals.

Behavioral and Social Support

Staff build strong relationships, model positive behaviors, and provide daily guidance to help students stay on track.

Transition and Workforce Readiness

Learning pathways are structured to prepare students for graduation, employment, or reintegration into less restrictive environments.

Measured by the Milestones That Matter

When students get the support they need, they thrive. SESI’s Alternative Education learning pathways helped students make meaningful gains during the 2023–2024 school year.
of academic growth in math and reading
graduation rate
had no disciplinary infractions

Where We Serve Students 

Private Day Schools

Our network of 100+ Private Day Schools provides structured, supportive environments where students focus on academic recovery, behavioral growth, and long-term success. These full-day learning pathways help students re-engage, build confidence, and make measurable progress at their own pace.

In-District Classrooms

In partnership with local school districts, we deliver complete Alternative Education learning pathways within students’ home schools. Districts provide the space—SESI provides the staff, curriculum, and support systems. This model helps students stay connected to their school community while receiving the individualized support they need to thrive.

Learning Pathways That Meet Students Where They Are


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Early Behavioral Learning Pathway

Elementary Therapeutic and Behavior Support

Short-term, structured support for K–5 general education students with significant behavioral challenges. These classrooms offer therapeutic interventions, consistent routines, and small-group instruction to help students stabilize and prepare for reintegration.

Transitional Learning Pathway

Re-engagement and Rebuilding

Created for students returning from suspension, expulsion, or juvenile justice settings. Focused on academic continuity and behavioral growth, this pathway helps students build the skills needed to successfully re-enter less restrictive environments.

Accelerated Learning Pathway

Credit Recovery and Graduation Readiness

Designed for over-age or under-credited students at risk of dropping out. This pathway combines credit recovery, life skills, and individualized academic support to help students stay on track for promotion, graduation, and long-term success.

Success Stories That Speak Volumes

Teachers Who Truly Care 

“I really like that the teachers care about the students and their well-being, along with helping to get them prepared for whatever direction they want to pursue for their futures. I’ve met with most of my daughter’s teachers. Each spoke very highly of her as a person and also her weaknesses. They found ways to help her stay on track. This school is the best at getting kids to want to learn and be proud of themselves and have fun at the same time. Great job all around. From a very grateful parent.”

Tracy B.

Parent

Structure. Support. A Way Forward.

“I love the fact that the teachers & staff members at Excel Academy of South Shore treat the students not only as students but as family. I’m so proud of the 360 my son has done being a part of the South Shore family! Honor roll and graduating a year before his time. Bringing him to Excel Academy was the best decision I have ever made.”

Arielle N.

Parent

Take the First Step

Families

You know what your child needs. SESI offers Alternative Education learning pathways designed to help students reconnect, rebuild, and move forward.

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District Partners

From in-district classrooms to private day school placements, SESI partners with districts to deliver structured, student-centered support.

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