Open Doors at CVVL

The Open Doors program at CVVL is a flexible, year-round re-engagement program for young adults aged 16 to 21 across Spokane County. Whether your goal is to earn a high school diploma or a Washington State High School Equivalency Certificate (GED), CVVL provides dedicated mentoring, online course flexibility, and clear pathways to college, trade school, or the workforce.

🌟 Common Open Doors Program Features & Eligibility

Eligibility: Open to ALL students aged 16–21 residing anywhere in Spokane County who are credit-deficient.
Year-Round Learning: Open Doors at CVVL operates 12 months a year, allowing students to make continuous progress without summer interruptions.
Cost: 100% Tuition Free (including all course materials, practice tests, and official exam fees for GED+).
Orientation: In-person orientation is required for all new & re-enrolled students prior to starting coursework.
Monthly Requirement:
- Complete a Monthly Indicator of Academic Progress (IAP), which can include:
  - Complete a course in APEX or Edmentum
  - Take and Pass the ASVAB (31 or better), SBA (Math & ELA), GED Ready, or GED test
  - Complete your High School and Beyond Plan in Schoolinks
- Log a minimum of 2-hours of contact time
  - Diploma Option requires that contact time must be completed in-person the month after orientation is completed.
  - Diploma students can opt to complete their 2-hours of contact time virtually after two-month of continual enrollment and IAP achievement.
  - GED students are required to complete their monthly contact time in-person each month. This includes time taking in-person GED Ready and GED exams.
Support Services: Access to daily in-person study sessions, Zoom support, text messaging via ParentSquare, and personalized progress monitoring.

🎓 Open Doors High School Diploma Option

Designed for students who are significantly credit deficient, but wish to earn a traditional high school diploma through online coursework.

Curriculum System: Delivered online via APEX & Edmentum learning platforms.
Course Expectations: Students are expected to complete 2 courses each month
Credit Earning: Completing a course with a grade of "D" or better earns 0.5 credits toward graduation.
Athletic & Extracurricular Eligibility: Courses are NCAA-approved. Students must maintain WIAA enrollment and student progress requirements to participate in home-school athletic and extracurricular programs.
Enrollment Commitment: Enrollment in CVVL's Open Doors program represents a dedicated long-term commitment to completing your chosen CVVL Open Doors program, and students are expected to remain enrolled through the completion of their program rather than transitioning back to traditional comprehensive high school.
Graduation Participation: All current graduation cohort students who complete Washington State graduation requirements by June 4, 2027 are eligible to participate in the CVVL graduation ceremony in June.
Daily Support: Optional daily in-person or Zoom study sessions are available with CVVL instructors.

📜 Open Doors GED+ Option

Designed for students seeking a fast-track pathway to earning their Washington State High School Equivalency Certificate (GED) while gaining college and career readiness skills.

Key Program Benefits

100% Free: Cover all study materials, GED Ready practice assessments, and official testing fees.
Flexible Learning: Complete assignments online from anywhere in Spokane County.
Low Campus Commitment: Only 2 hours per month required on campus at CVVL for progress monitoring, orientation, and official proctored testing.
Age & Eligibility: Open to credit-deficient students ages 16–21 residing anywhere in Spokane County.

📋 How to Apply

Interested in CVVL Open Doors? Complete our Interest & Inquiry Form Below.

Tell us a little about yourself and what you're looking for. Our team will review the information and contact you to discuss which CVVL Open Doors option may be the best fit for you and explain the next steps.

💡Submitting the form does not enroll or transfer a student.