In this clip, we ask Richard Thompson, Dean of Students at Swartz Creek Academy, about his thoughts and strategies for holding students accountable. Swartz Creek Academy is an alternative education school in Swartz Creek, Michigan, that provides students an opportunity to earn their diplomas by taking courses in online or blended formats. Richard's program emphasizes rigor, responsibility, and growth when working with students in alternative settings.
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