Alternate Programs

We know that no two students are alike and there’s more than one way to learn. In the North Vancouver School District, our Vision is to “support and inspire success for every student and bring communities together to learn, share and grow.” With the help of our community partners, our School District works to ensure that each of our students has the best possible opportunity for success.

For some students, learning outside a “mainstream” school environment is a better match for their learning style and personal goals.  

Beginning in the 2012-13 school year, students who may have attended Keith Lynn Alternate Secondary, the Therapeutic Day Program, and the Youth Learning Centre are accommodated at Mountainside Secondary School. Learn more here.

Links to learn more:

Choices A program of support in our secondary schools for students dealing with social, emotional and/or behavioural challenges.

Eslha7an A unique self-paced, learning program partnership between the NVSD and Squamish First Nations for students of aboriginal descent.

Learning Together A secondary school program for pregnant and parenting youth aged 13 - 24.

Therapeutic Day Program  Combines academics, counselling and recreation for students dealing with anxiety, depression or other mental health issues. TDP is a partnership program with Vancouver Coastal Health.

KEY Program Offers social, emotional and academic learning and outreach support for students who, because of behavioural difficulties, are unable to attend other school programs.

Mountainside Secondary is the North Vancouver School District's newest Secondary school. Mountainside meets the Ministry of Education requirements for funding as an alternate program.

Updated on May 7, 2013