2026-2027 Duluth Area Learning Program (ALP) Referral & Continual Learning Plan (CLP)

2026-2027 Duluth Area Learning Program (ALP) Referral & Continual Learning Plan (CLP)
424 W 1st St, Duluth, MN 55802 *** Phone: 218-336-8756 Fax: 218-336-8770
This program is open to youth who meet one or more of the state graduation criteria as follows: * Standard Eligibility: Students ages 16 through 20 (under 21 years of age), or * Extended Eligibility: Students with a disability (IEP/504) are eligible until age 22.

Seat Based enrollment is a full time enrollment at ALC (student is not enrolled at any other school). If you aren't sure, seat based is the best option.

Credit Recovery is to make up failed classes and is in addition to a full time enrollment. Credit Recovery should only be selected if a school counselor is starting this form.
Requesting enrollment in: (select one, see note above to select the correct program)
Student Name:

First NameMiddle InitialLast Name
Current Grade
Original Grad Year (GSY):
Student Date of Birth:

MonthDayYear
2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit yearDate
Select gender
Student Personal Email (NOT school or parent email)
example@example.com
Student Cell number
This helps students receive school notifications on their phones for imporved communication. Do NOT put parent phone info here.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Previous School:
Does student have a job? (Earning work experience credit might be available.)
Primary Parent/Guardian Name
Secondary Parent/Guardian Name
Street Address:

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Primary Parent/Guardian cell number:
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Secondary Parent/Guardian cell number:
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Primary Parent/Guardian Email:
example@example.com
Secondary Parent/Guardian Email:
example@example.com
Select your student's counselor
Student has a 504 Plan:
Student receives Special Education Services:
Case Manager's name (if student has an IEP)
Case Manager's email
If transferring from another district with an IEP or 504, please submit a copy to ALC by any of the following options:

Email
kathleen.wilson@isd709.org
or
valarie.wagenbach@isd709.org

Fax 218.336.8770

Stop into ALC, Monday-Thursday, 8:00am-5:00pm
Is student currently unhoused, 'couch surfing', or in unstable housing? (Families in Transition - FIT)
Alternative Education Need Indicators, please check all that apply:
The following are the minimum graduation requirements for ISD709 Duluth Public Schools:

Students with an original graduation year of 2024 and before: 21.5 credits
Original graduation year of 2025: 22.5 credits
Original graduation year of 2026: 23.0 credits
Original graduation year of 2027: 23.5 credits
Original graduation year of 2028:: 24 credits
*** Students should always meet with their counselor to make sure they are on track to graduate.
* Please note *
A district, charter school, or state-approved alternative program must inform all pupils and their parents about the learning year program and that participation in the program is optional. A continual learning plan must be developed at least annually for each pupil with the participation of the pupil, parent or guardian, teachers, and other staff; each participant must sign and date the plan. (Minn. Stat. 124D. 128:Subd. 3.Student planning)
Student Agreement noting the information provided is true and accurate. I understand participation in this program is optional.
Date

MonthDayYear
2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit yearDate
Parent/Guardian Agreement noting Student Agreement noting the information provided is true and accurate. I understand participation in this program is optional.
Date

MonthDayYear
2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit yearDate
Office use only after this point
Parent/Guardians and students please scroll to the bottom of form and SUBMIT.
Progress toward the Continual Learning Plan objectives will be measured using the following indicators:
ISD709 counselors confirm Infinite Campus grad plan is accurate here:
Non-ISD709 schools must note classes successfully completed below & indicate grad requirements have been shared:

Rows	Req. met	Needs semester A	Needs semester B
English 9
English 10
English 11 (inc. Am. Lit)
Values in Literature, or
Grammar & Composition, or
Creative Writing, or
African American Literature
Civics in Global Society
United States History
World History
Economics
American Government
Psychology
Ethnic Studies
Futures
Geography
Intermediate Algebra I
Algebra Il
Geometry
Personal Finance
Probabilities and Stats
Computer Science 10
Earth & Space Science, or
Physical Science
Biology
Physics, or
Chemistry
Intro to Aviation
Health
Physical Education
College Career Life Readiness
Music
Art I (Art Across Mediums)
Art Il (Drawing & Painting)
Work Experience Seminar
Work Experience Internship
Empowering Teen Parents
Math Strategies
Self Advocacy
Transition Strategies

Initial Grad Plan:
This student meets MN Department of Education criteria and is approved for enrollment.
Counselor Agreement *ALC Counselor sign for SB, any other school counselors sign ONLY for CR.
Date:

MonthDayYear
2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit yearDate
Mid-Year Review:
Counselor/CM
Date:

MonthDayYear
2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit yearDate
End of Year Review:
Counselor/CM
Date:

MonthDayYear
2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit yearDate
** Enrollment cannot be completed without completed paperwork to meet MN Dept of Ed Continuing Learning Plan requirements. Counselor comments and signatures are always required.
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