We are a college prep school, but we believe what kind of person you are comes before academics.

We are an innovative public school, but not a charter school.

100% of our graduates have a strong post-secondary plan.

We believe working-class families and students of color deserve a private-school-quality education, in a free public school.

We believe that true excellence cannot be achieved without equity, or fairness to all.

Small class size of 25 or less and an advisory program with frequent parent collaboration

No tracking—all students take “A-G" CSU and UC university entrance requirements

A strong special education program where all students are integrated into the life of the school

A Wellness Center to address mental and physical health needs

A comprehensive CORE staff to support young people in their post-secondary goals

A cutting-edge ethnic studies curriculum, and a focus on inquiry and social justice in all subjects

Work based learning opportunities for all students with community partners

Arts partnerships with local artists and community-based programs

A small farm and garden with chickens and fruit trees, and a field-to-table food and nutrition program

Hands-on science and environmental education

An innovative physical fitness and outdoor education program

An annual Youth Summit that brings youth from across the district to create solutions to issues in the community

A state-of-the-art college and career preparation program for first generation students

Students take college-prep seminars and university courses for credit

Students graduate with a thoughtful post-graduate plan that outlines their college and/or career goals

Students graduate based on a Senior Thesis and Project addressing issues that affect our community