HARPER DAEP

Harper DAEP (Disciplinary Alternative Education Program) is a specialized campus within the Houston Independent School District (HISD) designed to serve students who have been removed from their home campuses due to disciplinary infractions. The primary mission of the school is to provide a structured, alternative learning environment where students can continue their academic progress while addressing the behaviors that led to their placement. By focusing on academic continuity and behavioral intervention, the program aims to help students maintain their grade-level standing and ultimately prepare them for a successful transition back to their comprehensive home schools.

Located on North Shepherd Drive in Houston, the facility operates under the policies and curriculum framework of HISD. Because it is an alternative setting, the school environment typically features smaller class sizes and heightened supervision compared to traditional campuses. The goal is to provide a disciplined atmosphere that minimizes distractions, allowing students to focus on credit recovery and personal accountability. Students attending Harper remain part of the broader Houston ISD system, and their time at the facility is intended to be temporary, serving as a corrective bridge rather than a long-term educational placement.