The District Alternative Education Program (DAEP) is an alternative to long-term suspension. It is a voluntary program that provides 6th – 12th grade students with the opportunity to continue their education. Each classroom is staffed with a certified teacher and a monitor.
DAEP assists students in learning more about themselves and identifying stimuli that can lead to inappropriate behaviors. The DAEP staff also helps students learn to make better decisions so they can be a successful student when they are restored to their home school.
There are two high school and two middle school locations.
For more information, please contact:
Rosalie Espinosa, Sr. Program Coordinator
Email Espinosa
520-444-6315
or
Dr. Yolanda Nuñez, Director of Alternative Education
Email Dr. Nuñez
520-225-3250
FAQ for Families
What is DAEP and what does it offer?
DAEP is an alternative to long-term suspension. It is a voluntary program that provides 6th – 12th grade students with the opportunity to continue their education and reflect on the underlying behaviors and circumstances that led to the inappropriate behavior. DAEP assists students in completing their classwork and learning strategies to make better decisions.
Is this a TUSD program?
DAEP is TUSD program and follows all TUSD guidelines. The Code of Conduct, dress code, cell phone policy, and technology use agreements apply to students who have chosen to enroll in DAEP.
Where is DAEP located?
We have four locations: two for middle school students and two for high school students.
Current locations:
- High school: Menlo Family Resource Center and Palo Verde High School
- Middle school: Doolen and Southwest Education Center
How can my child enroll in DAEP?
When a student is suspended long-term, the Student Relations Department sends the hearing decision letter to the Alternative Education Department. After receiving the hearing decision letter, DAEP’s Transition Specialist will call to schedule an Orientation/Enrollment meeting. The parent and the student should be present at this meeting. The student can start the program after the orientation meeting. If the parent/guardian has not been contacted after three days from the hearing, please contact Rosalie Espinosa via email or at 520-444-6315.
What are the hours?
DAEP hours are 9:00 – 3:00 M, T, Th, F, and 9:00 – 1:00 on Wednesdays
Do they have lunch?
Breakfast and lunch are available for all TUSD students.
Does the program have a uniform?
None of the DAEP site classrooms have a uniform even if the host school does have a uniform policy. However, TUSD dress code per Policy JICA is enforced.
Is transportation provided?
Transportation is not provided. If a student has an IEP, additional transportation may be arranged through HandiCar.
We live close, can my student walk?
Yes. However, TUSD portal-to-portal policy applies as it would at the student’s regular school. Should a student choose to break the Code of Conduct on the way to school or the way home, consequences will apply.
Will my student receive credit?
Students continue to work on their class assignments while in DAEP. The home school teachers send the assignments to students through email or Canvas.
My student has an IEP, will they receive services?
In addition to the transportation mentioned above, the student’s IEP will be followed, including assignment modifications and other accommodations listed in the IEP.
My child was very successful in DAEP. Can they stay longer than the suspension time?
DAEP is not an alternative education setting. DAEP is offered to long-term suspended students and may remain in the program through the conclusions of their suspension. 
