CATONSVILLE CENTER FOR ALTERNATIVE STUDIES

Catonsville Center for Alternative Studies is a Title I public high school that is part of the Baltimore County Public Schools school district, located in Baltimore, MD with about 66 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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. With about 14 teachers, Catonsville Center for Alternative Studies has a student/teacher ratio of about 4:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Catonsville Center for Alternative Studies (CCAS), located in Baltimore County, Maryland, serves as a specialized educational environment within the Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) system. The school is specifically designed to support students who may benefit from a non-traditional setting, offering a tailored academic experience that focuses on helping students overcome obstacles, recover credits, and stay on track toward graduation. By providing a smaller, more personalized atmosphere, the center aims to address the diverse social, emotional, and academic needs of its student population.

The center emphasizes a supportive community culture that prioritizes student engagement and individual progress. Through its alternative programming, CCAS provides targeted instruction and flexible learning pathways that differ from the comprehensive high school model. The staff works closely with students to foster accountability and academic success, ensuring that even those who have struggled in traditional classroom environments have the resources and guidance necessary to achieve their educational goals and prepare for their post-secondary futures.

For more information, contact Catonsville Center for Alternative Studies at (410) 887-0934 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.