ECHO Alternative School & STAR Quest Academy Regional Safe School

09/02/2026

09/01/2026

Thursday, September 3, 2026, is 11:00am dismissal. Buses will run.
Friday, September 4, 2026, no school for Teacher Institute Day.
Monday, September 7, 2026, no school for Labor Day.

07/24/2026

We are hiring a school social worker at ECHO and STARQuest!! Please share!!

The Regional Office of Education #21 is hiring a School Social Worker to support students at ECHO Alternative School and STARQuest Academy Regional Safe School Programs.

If you're a compassionate, student-centered professional who is passionate about helping at-risk youth overcome barriers to success, we'd love to hear from you. Visit https://www.roe21.org/job/school-social-worker-2/ for more information and to apply!

07/10/2026

05/29/2026

All returning students will need a new referral from your home school. Our returning student registration days are: Monday, August 3, 2026, 9:00am-2:00pm and Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 9:00am-2:00pm.

05/28/2026

2026-27 school calendar

05/22/2026

🍎 Wrapping up our Staff Appreciation highlights with the wonderful Mrs. Whitledge!

More than just a teacher, she is a daily source of encouragement and a safe space for so many of our students.

Thank you, Mrs. Whitledge, for your big heart and all you do for our students and school community! ✨

05/21/2026

🍎 Our school community is built on amazing people who show up and give their best, like our feature today!

Mrs. Stephens goes above and beyond, caring for our students just like her own. She brings a deeply appreciated sense of stability, joy, and care to every interaction.

Thank you, Mrs. Stephens, for being such a vital part of the Star Quest South family! ✨

05/20/2026

🍎Today's featured staff member is Ms. Stanley!

With a listening ear and an open heart, she supports our students (and staff) through every bad day and helps them celebrate every good one.

Thank you Ms. Stanley for all you do!✨

05/19/2026

🍎 Today's Staff Spotlight goes to Ms. Short! We love her unwavering dedication to her students and her constant drive to learn and grow.

Thank you for everything you do to make a difference in our school community, Ms. Short! ✨