OGLALA LAKOTA COUNTY ALTERNATIVE - 09

Oglala Lakota County Alternative - 09 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Oglala Lakota County School District 65-1 school district, located in Pine Ridge, SD with about 4 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education.

Oglala Lakota County Alternative High School, located in Pine Ridge, South Dakota, serves as a specialized educational facility within the Oglala Lakota County School District. The school is specifically designed to support students who may benefit from an environment that differs from a traditional classroom setting, offering a more flexible and personalized approach to learning. By focusing on individualized academic plans, the school aims to help students overcome barriers to education, improve their credit recovery efforts, and ultimately successfully complete their high school graduation requirements.

The institution reflects the district’s broader commitment to fostering academic success within the Pine Ridge Reservation community while honoring the cultural identity of its students. By providing targeted instruction and a supportive atmosphere, the school plays a vital role in reducing dropout rates and ensuring that students who have faced personal or academic challenges have a viable pathway toward their diplomas. The program is part of the district's larger mission to provide equitable educational opportunities that empower Oglala Lakota youth for future career or collegiate endeavors.

For more information, contact Oglala Lakota County Alternative - 09 at (605) 288-1948 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.