Welcome to Charter Community School, a recognized leader in California for providing a variety of outstanding educational school programs for families within the public school system. Our programs were created to provide tailored options for individual student and family experiences and goals. Charter Community School is part of the El Dorado County Office of Education, a pioneer in providing dynamic educational options for students, including establishing our program as the first county charter school in California’s history. We continually research and develop ways in which to present and assess engaging, rigorous academic curricula that meets California’s distinguished standards, and our programs are fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

Our staff and families realize that there are many ways to provide an excellent education, including the traditional classroom model, independent study or hybrid models, distance learning, home instruction, or programs in combination. We offer these alternatives for families in structured plans that provide the finest instruction through the use of credentialed, highly qualified teachers, outstanding curriculum, and the innovative use of technology. All are provided in supportive, safe educational settings in which communication and partnership with families are always a priority. We also extend real and relevant learning through our close association with many educational and community partners, including Folsom Lake College and Regional Occupational Programs.

Last year Charter Community School was selected as a California “Educational Options Best Practices” program in the area of Curriculum, Instruction, and Educational Technology. (http://www.sdcoe.net/edoptions/) Charter Community School has also been awarded a state-wide Dissemination Grant so that aspects of our quality programs can be shared with other schools. Our programs have won other awards as well, including the National Art in Education Association Standards Award and recognition by the California Network of Educational Charters (CANEC) as a recipient of the Award of Excellence Focused on Student Learning and Assessment.

On behalf of our entire staff, welcome to Charter Community School. We look forward to being a partner with you in your child’s education.

David Publicover

Executive Director