Teenage Parent Program - TAPP

www.tusd1.org/tap

35 Students

High School 6th - 12th

School Overview

The Teenage Parent Program (TAPP), located in Tucson, Arizona, is a specialized educational initiative operating under the Tucson Unified School District (TUSD). Designed to support pregnant and parenting students, the program provides a flexible and nurturing environment that allows young parents to continue their academic journey while navigating the responsibilities of raising a child. By addressing the unique barriers faced by teenage parents—such as childcare needs, health requirements, and scheduling conflicts—the program aims to prevent high school dropouts and ensure that students remain on track to earn their diplomas.

Beyond core academics, TAPP serves as a comprehensive support system that focuses on the long-term well-being of both the parent and the child. The program typically integrates essential life skills training, including parenting education, prenatal care resources, and guidance on balancing family and school obligations. By fostering a community of peers and professionals, TAPP helps empower young parents to gain the stability, knowledge, and educational credentials necessary to build a successful future for their families.

Total Students

8.6

Full-Time Teachers

4.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Teenage Parent Program - TAPP
Demographic	Student Count
White	5
Hispanic	22
Black	1
Two or More	3
American Indian	3
Pacific Islander	1

Hispanic
22 (62.9 %)
White
5 (14.3 %)
Two or More
3 (8.6 %)
American Indian
3 (8.6 %)
Black
1 (2.9 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (2.9 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Alternative School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Tucson Unified District (4403)
Phone:	(520)225-3250
Website:	http://www.tusd1.org/tap
Grade Range:	6th - 12th
Total Students:	35
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	8.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	4.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 10 4

Grade 11 9

Grade 12 22