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At the beginning of this project, teachers in comprehensive high schools, regional occupational programs, and alternative schools throughout the West were invited to submit locally developed or commercially available curricula and instructional strategies that integrate humanities coursework with career exploration. Based on the 300 submissions received, three were chosen as Lighthouse, or model, sites.

The selection of these sites was made by Lynn Simons, Loni Hancock, and Carla Nuxoll, Secretary of Education’s Regional Representative for Region VIII, IX, and X respectively. This committee sought programs that exhibit clearly defined academic and career-related standards, substantial and rigorous humanities content, and well-maintained connections to the community.

Based on information provided by each site, we have included a detailed description of the programs offered. You may want to use this information to implement changes in your classroom. You may want to write the contact person for more information. You may also want to visit their school or invite them to visit yours.

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