BRANCH OUT TRANSITIONAL SERVICES

BRANCH OUT TRANSITIONAL SERVICES is a Title I public high school that is part of the West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan school district, located in WEST SAINT PAUL, MN with about 18 students. 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.

**BRANCH OUT TRANSITIONAL SERVICES**, located in West Saint Paul, Minnesota, is a specialized educational program operated by Independent School District 197. The program is specifically designed to support young adults, typically ages 18 to 21, who have completed their high school graduation requirements but require continued support to successfully transition into independent adult life. By focusing on practical, real-world application, the program serves as a bridge between the structured environment of high school and the autonomy of the community.

The curriculum at Branch Out is highly individualized, focusing on essential "life skills" that prepare students for future success. This includes personalized instruction in areas such as vocational training, career exploration, functional academics, social-emotional development, and independent living skills like budgeting, transportation navigation, and self-advocacy. Through a combination of classroom instruction and community-based learning experiences, the program aims to foster self-sufficiency and help students integrate into their communities with confidence and purpose.

For more information, contact BRANCH OUT TRANSITIONAL SERVICES at (651) 403-7004 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.