917 PACES

The **PACES** program, located in Rosemount, Minnesota, is a specialized educational offering operated by **Intermediate School District 917**. Unlike a traditional neighborhood high school, PACES (which stands for Program for Alternative Career and Educational Services) is designed to serve students who require a more individualized, supportive, and therapeutic environment to succeed academically and behaviorally. The program focuses on students who have faced challenges in mainstream settings, providing a structured approach that emphasizes personal accountability, emotional regulation, and social-emotional growth alongside standard academic requirements.

The program is highly individualized, often featuring smaller class sizes and a multidisciplinary team—including teachers, social workers, and behavioral specialists—who work collaboratively to meet each student's unique needs. By integrating vocational or career-readiness opportunities with a personalized academic curriculum, PACES aims to help students earn their high school credits while developing the coping skills necessary for life after graduation. As part of the broader ISD 917 network, the school leverages regional resources to support students from various surrounding member districts, ensuring that those with specific behavioral or intensive support needs have a pathway to a diploma in a safe and focused environment.