Alternative Community Schools
The NCACS defines its membership as consisting of:
- Home educating parents and students
- Independent (private) alternative schools and programs
- Government (public) alternative schools and programs
- Alternative colleges and universities
- Experiential and adventure-oriented programs
- Learning centers and traveling schools
- Individuals and life long learners
- Cultural centers and intentional communities
- Publishers and researchers focused on alternative education topics
Read more about this topic: National Coalition Of Alternative Community Schools
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