Nontraditional Education ProgramsLearning Support :

Nontraditional Education Programs include those programs which provide educational services usually in locations other than the traditional school building. These programs include alternative learning programs, charter schools, online learning programs, education programs associated with day treatment, education programs associated with residential treatment including correctional programs, and nonpublic schools.

For current Minnesota statute language regarding care and treatment and separate sites, click on MN Statute 125A.515.

Information regarding Special Education in Nontraditional Education Programs will be posted soon. Check back often.

MDE Contact: Heather Lindstrom, Nontraditional Program Specialist, 651-582-8601, email: Heather Lindstrom