Burnsville Alternative High School

Burnsville Alternative High School (BAHS), located in Eagan, Minnesota, is a specialized learning environment within the Burnsville-Eagan-Savage School District (ISD 191). The school is designed to support students who may benefit from a non-traditional educational setting, offering a flexible, personalized approach to learning that helps students overcome barriers to academic success. By providing a smaller, more intimate campus, the school fosters a supportive community where students can recover credits, accelerate their progress, and ultimately earn their high school diploma in a way that better suits their individual needs and schedules.

The curriculum at BAHS focuses on student-centered instruction, emphasizing social-emotional growth alongside rigorous academic standards. Through the Burnsville Alternative Learning Center (BALC), the school provides a variety of pathways for students, including credit recovery programs, vocational support, and individualized graduation plans. By prioritizing strong relationships between students and staff, the school creates an inclusive environment that empowers learners to regain their confidence and prepare for post-secondary opportunities, whether in college, the workforce, or specialized training programs.