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Teenage Pregnancy and Parenting (TAPP)
General Information
The Teenage Pregnancy and Parenting Program (TAPP) at La Vista High School offers pregnant and parenting students a voluntary, culturally responsive educational experience designed to support academic success and graduation. The program includes on-site childcare, along with instruction in health, parenting, child development, and life skills to help students prepare for both adult responsibilities and a self-sufficient future.
Our Mission
To coordinate and link necessary services to ensure the needs of pregnant and/or parenting students are met, thereby improving academic achievement and parenting skills as well as providing a quality childcare and developmental program for their children.
TAPP Services
- Daily Education Program leading to a High School Diploma
- Child Development, Parenting, and Life Skills classes in the following areas:
→ Nutrition
→ Health
→ Parental Care
→ Discipline
→ Positive Parenting
→ Effective Communication
→ Ages and Stages
→ ...and More!
- Quality child care at the on-site Childrens' Center for infants and toddlers.
- Academic support with a School Counselor
- Support Groups
- Career Guidance
- Referrals to Community Services
You Can Participate If:
- You are expecting a baby.
- You are a teen parent.
- You are eligible to attend High School and have not graduated.
Are Any of These Your Goals?
- To earn your high school diploma?
- To prepare for college?
- To prepare for success at work?
- To be an effective role model?
- To develop positive parenting skills?
- To provide a safe and healthy environment for your child?
- To encourage healthy development for your child?
Important Resources
If you are pregnant or have a child under five years old, the WIC Program (Women, Infants, and Children) can provide nutritious foods, breastfeeding support, and more resources to keep your growing family healthy. For more information on WIC, please visit their website.
For More Information
For more information on the TAPP Program, please contact Dr. Melissa Freeman.
Dr. Freeman
PH: 714-447-5504
Email: mfreeman@fjuhsd.org