- SWWC Service Cooperative
- Alternative Learning Centers
Welcome to SWWC's Alternative Learning Centers
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The mission of our Alternative Learning Centers is to enable students to be successful citizens, workers and leaders in a global economy and to ensure all students graduate from high school ready for college, careers and life. SWWC recognizes the unique needs and life circumstances of learners who require an alternative to the traditional school setting. The ALCs provide eligible students the opportunity to work toward high school graduation and earn a diploma from their home district.SWWC ALC Locations
- ALC - Glencoe, 2391 Hennepin Ave. N., Glencoe, MN 55336 Google Map
- ALC - Pipestone, 1106 7th Street SE, Pipestone, MN 56164 Google Map
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ALC - Windom, 1454 6th Avenue, PO Box 265, Windom, MN 56101 Google Map
SWWC's ALCs offer applied academics AND career exploration!- We teach academic subjects in the context of careers and citizenship with guest speakers and instructors as well as project-based learning.
- We provide up-to-date employability skills training.
- We offer individualized career and education planning system, including self-assessment of career interests and aptitudes.
- We offer relevant CTE opportunities that match labor market needs and student interests by partnering with local high schools, Minnesota West and Southwest Minnesota Private Industry Council.
- We provide work-based learning opportunities, including site tours, job shadowing and internships.
What's the difference between an ELC and an ALC? Click to visit our FAQs
Forms/Documents for Districts
Forms/Documents for Students/Parents/Guardians
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- 2025-26 Student Calendar for ALC - Glencoe
- 2025-26 Student Calendar for ALC - Windom & Pipestone
- 2025-26 Student Handbook
- DISTRICT ASSESSMENTS
- Local Literacy Plan
- Language Instruction Educational Plan (LIEP)
- Medication Authorization Form (fillable PDF)
- Non-RX Medication Authorization Form (fillable PDF)
Program Criteria
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Referrals must come through the home district.
- Performs substantially below the performance-determined achievement test (MCA)
- Behind in completing course work or obtaining credits for graduation
- Speaks English as a second language or has limited English proficiency (LEP)
- Is pregnant or is a parent, is a victim of physical or sexual abuse, has been assessed as chemically dependent and/or has experienced mental health problems
- Has been excluded or expelled according to sections 121A.40 to 121A.56
- Has been referred by a school district for enrollment in an eligible program or a program pursuant to section 124.D69
- Has experienced homelessness sometime within six months before requesting a transfer to an eligible program
- Has withdrawn from school or has been chronically truant
ALC Staff
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Stephanie StrengeDirector of Alternative Programs507-831-6935, ext. 1830Tammy Stifter, Glencoe Intake Contact320-864-9310Toni Mathews, Pipestone Intake Contact507-215-9354