About Us
Helensview School is an accredited school that provides individualized instruction and specialized support services for youth ages 12-21 who have dropped out of school or who are experiencing chronic attendance / behavioral issues. Helensview School provides multiple pathways to graduation with a standard diploma, and academic, social service and connection to post-secondary options. Each student can access dual credit (on-campus), CTE (culinary and manufacturing), and on-site job training through our 7 student businesses.
Address
Helensview School
8678 NE Sumner St.
Portland, OR 97220
(503) 262-4150
Fax: (503) 257-1158
8678 NE Sumner St.
Portland, OR 97220
(503) 262-4150
Fax: (503) 257-1158
Principal
Dan Cohnstaedt
dcohnsta@mesd.k12.or.us
dcohnsta@mesd.k12.or.us
School Hours (M-T-W-Th) — 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Early Release School Hours (Friday) — 8:30 am to 12:30 pm
School Office hours (M-F) — 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Helensview School follows Parkrose High School for emergency / weather closures. Please visit FlashAlert or consult your local television / radio station for emergency / weather closure information.
Programs & Services
- Individualized learning plans
- Culturally competent curriculum, instruction & supports
- Child / parenting development program, on-site child care & early intervention
- Flexible school schedules
- Bicycle mechanic, recording studio, art, screen printing, culinary & carpentry programs (CTE)
- Dual college credit program
- Job shadows, internships & career training
- Drug, alcohol and mental health services
- Special education & English Learner services
- Mentorship outside of school day
- A diploma that meets state educational standards
- Curriculum that is at a student’s level, that challenges him / her, but not so much that frustration and failure set in
- Curriculum that is taught in a way that makes sense and has relevance to the student’s life
- An individual learning and career plan that each student develops with his/her teacher
- Special Education Services
- English Language Development Services
- One-on-one teaching and tutoring
- Individual and frequent conferences
- Academic and career assessments
- Job Shadows, Work Experiences, and Internships
- Service Learning Opportunities
- Advocates and mentors
- Implementation of Parole and Probation Plans
- Drug and Alcohol and Mental Health Assessments and services
- Extensive counseling services including home visits
- On-site and in-home services provided by a Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
- On-site Nurse
- “FUTURES” program for all students ages 18 – 21—focuses on job training, placement and successful transition to adult educational and career programs
- On-site state certified Child Development Center for children 6 weeks to 4 years old
- Assistance with housing and other life issues
- Boating and water safety training
- Prenatal, Birth and Family Planning Education
- Gang Prevention and Intervention Groups
- Parenting Groups
- Music and Recording Studios
- Carpentry and Trades Program
- A diverse student body
- A super fun and caring staff!
Helensview Phoenix
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Helensview CTE
Career and Technical Education Programs:
Bicycle mechanic, recording studio, art, screen printing, culinary & carpentry programs​​.
student records requests
Please use the following form to request the records of current and/or former MESD students.
This school is accredited by Cognia. Cognia Accreditation signifies that it meets or exceeds rigorous standards of educational quality and effectiveness. Accreditation enhances the school's credibility and ensures that it adheres to nationally accepted standards. It also facilitates student transfers, and increases students' access to federal loans, scholarships, postsecondary education, and military programs. Learn more at Cognia Accreditation.