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Saving Scavo

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Kari Miller-Bailey
6 years ago

Alternative high schools are an important resource to our communities. Not all students make it in a normal high school for a variety of reasons. Alternative high schools save these kids and help them to have faith and confidence in themselves. Losing Scavo would be a huge injustice to these students and our communities.

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Anonymous
6 years ago

It’s needed

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Thi banh
6 years ago

I love the opportunities it provides

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Shaina Harris
6 years ago

Without this school I never would have graduated. Has teacher who actually care about their students

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Anthony Aguilar
6 years ago

Just cuz some students there bad

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Joleen Weller
6 years ago

There is NO WAY des Moines doesnt need this school!!!

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America herrera
6 years ago

This program has changed many lives and given so many opportunities to potential students and had many accommodations that other schools don’t have that helps a student succeed. Please reconsider this decision.

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Michelle
6 years ago

It helps kids that want to go back to school!

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Yajayra
6 years ago

I’ve seen so many students become better person and have turned there life around because of the staff and because of the school it’s a chance for students to actually be successful it’s a 2nd chance for them .

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Davonne Bonner
6 years ago

Scavo is where I graduated and the teachers really want you to achieve the high school diploma

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Rachel Olson
6 years ago Featured

I went to Scavo for part of my high school career. I’m now a successful business owner, a volunteer in my community, and an artist. Without the human interaction element the program would not have made the same difference in my life.

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Destiny Cleghorn
6 years ago

Went here and it's an amazing school if it wasn't for scavo I wouldn't of graduated

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Chris Newton
6 years ago

I have friends that wouldn’t have graduated high school without this option!

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Theresa Aguiniga
6 years ago

Save Scavo class 1982-1983

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medina jusufovic
6 years ago Featured

scavo is the only reason i graduated. they made sure i felt like somebody cared. and if it wasn’t for the teachers and administrators at that school i would not be where i am today. please don’t take that away from other kids. they need alternative options.

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Meghan Coughlon
6 years ago

This school has saved many lives. Do the right thing.

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Dalena Nguyen
6 years ago

Everyone's different, everyone deserves a chance. Especially our youngings!!

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Sarah J
6 years ago

Scavo is a special place, and Iowans should be proud of such a school. Read the testimonials, and you will understand. It’s more of a home than a school. It’s a safe place for children to learn and to have positive role models. Be proud of Scavo. If only all towns/cities were lucky to have such a place.

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Cory Sorter Jr
6 years ago

Graduated in 2018 and went above and beyond to bend to my schedule and make it work for me, would be a shame to see such a resourceful school done away with

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Ashley Ezzio
6 years ago

Scavo provides some of the most needed and basic services the district’s most vulnerable children require. Childcare, an onsite clinic (that serves the entire district), and specialized teachers who understand the racism, oppression, exposure to violence, neglect and unaddressed mental health needs it’s students have. Tell me how a a district that cannot properly staff and support it’s “average” risk students can afford to loose Scavo? The needs of the community demand alternative options. You’re references to having virtual campus options does not meet the core needs of students- a trusted adult who cares. For many, Scavo’s teachers will provide the one and only experience of a balanced, consistent relationship. These are the things that change lives. Do NOT let these students be lost in a high school that overlooks their right to love, acceptance, time and educators who go the extra mile.