The mission statement proclaims that the Highland Park Program for Success is designed to address the needs of at-risk students by providing alternative educational programs intended to develop each individual’s ability to use higher level thinking skills, logically solve problems and make rational responsible decisions while promoting a positive self-image, fostering greater self-reliance and increasing self-control.

The program is open to 7th through 12th grade students from Gloucester City School District. The ultimate goal of the program is for the students to complete 120 credits, pass the High School Proficiency Assessment (HSPA) and satisfy their personal attendance goals. The successful completion of those items shall lead to a high school diploma from Gloucester City School District.