The Next Step PCS/El Próximo Paso PCS

The mission of The Next Step/El Próximo Paso PCS is to provide students who face extraordinary challenges and who are not supported in traditional high schools with the opportunity to continue their education. The Next Step/El Próximo Paso is a bilingual, adult basic education, General Education Development (GED) and English as a Second Language (ESL) program serving students ages 16-24 with full-time day and part-time evening programs. The Next Step/El Próximo Paso offers a full academic program in English and Spanish with flexible pacing. Class sizes are small, and student support services are extensive. The Next Step/El Próximo Paso’s curriculum is aligned with Common Core standards and uses individual learning plans, instructional technology, and tutors to accommodate a diverse student body. Students receive guidance to continue their education at community college and vocational programs, and in advanced English courses. Students are also actively engaged in credit-bearing college coursework through dual enrollment opportunities, both on college campuses and at The Next Step, simultaneous to their completion of ESL and GED coursework.