Hillside High School (WASC accredited and twice recognized as a model school) is a continuation high school founded in 1987 to provide a flexible program that offers additional opportunities to complete the high school diploma to students who need a second chance. Every student participates in the development and implementation of a personal academic plan that includes use of variable credit and continuous progress to satisfy subject matter and credit requirements as well as intensive guidance services to meet pupils’ special needs. Success at Hillside is measured not only by the number of graduates but also by the number of students who complete requirements to return to the comprehensive high school. The curriculum is rigorous and standards based, reflecting the school’s ESLRs for its graduates: “Academic Achievers who develop an interest in becoming lifelong learners, Effective Communicators who seamlessly integrate technological tools into school, the workplace, and life, and Productive Citizens who demonstrate good citizenship including respect for others.” HHS History