EDCO is one of Boston's community-based alternative high school options for youth residing in the city. Upon completion of their graduation requirements, students at EDCO earn a diploma issued by Boston Public Schools.
Career Development
Employment, training and skill development at a youth-operated bookstore.
Training, coaching, and career awareness in a broad range of professional culinary careers.
Work experience and training in maintenance and management of laboratory and high-tech facilities.
Youth Opportunities
Career exploration and youth development options for youth, collaboration and workshops for staff.
Hi-Set/GED Programming for Youth, Skills Training Programs, Student Resources
Boston Harbor Youth Rowing Programming with Harbor Studies co-curricular option
FUNDERS
WIOA
US Department of Labor: EDCO receives funding through the Youth portion of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, WIOA, to provide alternative education services for age- and income-eligible Boston youth.
BPS
Boston Public Schools:
In addition to serving as the core academic partner for EDCO Youth Alternative, BPS provides funding to sustain the work of the program in support of students pursuing a BPS diploma.
AEI
City of Boston: EDCO receives funding through the city's Alternative Education Initiative, AEI, which provides financial support to Boston non-profit organizations for alternative education services for youth residents, ages 16-21.