TANGIPAHOA ALTERNATIVE SOLUTIONS PROGRAM

Tangipahoa Alternative Solutions Program is a Title I public school that is part of the Tangipahoa Parish school district, located in Hammond, LA with about 83 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten 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 16 teachers, Tangipahoa Alternative Solutions Program has a student/teacher ratio of about 5:1. 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 Tangipahoa Alternative Solutions Program (TASP), located on Crystal Street in Hammond, serves as a specialized educational environment within the Tangipahoa Parish School System. Designed to support students who may struggle in a traditional classroom setting, the program provides a structured alternative pathway for those who have faced academic, behavioral, or personal challenges. By offering a smaller, more focused setting, TASP aims to help students recover credits, improve attendance, and develop the necessary skills to successfully transition back into their home schools or move toward graduation.

The program functions as a critical support system that balances academic instruction with a focus on student accountability and personal development. Rather than being a punitive environment, the school is structured to identify the root causes of student struggles and provide targeted interventions, such as individualized learning plans and behavioral support. By fostering a more personalized educational experience, the Tangipahoa Alternative Solutions Program works to keep students engaged in their schooling, ensuring they have the resources and guidance needed to overcome obstacles and achieve their long-term academic goals.

For more information, contact Tangipahoa Alternative Solutions Program at (985) 542-5634 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.