FAQ
What grade levels will be taught at your school?
We will not have traditional “grade levels”, instead, the school will be divided by learning stages. But if we were to assign traditional grade levels, we will be serving students from preschool through 12th once the school is at full enrollment.
What grade levels will the school have the first year it is open?
As mentioned in the previous answer, we will not have traditional grade levels, but if we did, they would be equivalent to one class in kinder through 6th for the first year. We will grow one grade level per year until we reach capacity.
How do students progress through stages?
Students will be given assessments every trimester that will determine if they have mastered the standards taught at their learning stage. If students master all of the standards for their current level, they move to the next stage.
How long do students stay at one stage?
Most students will take one school year to master all of the standards at their learning stage.
What if my child learns the material at a faster pace?
The nature of the academy is to provide differentiation for all students. Students who master all of the standards at their learning stage at a faster rate are passed to the next level after trimester testing. Students are able to accelerate at their own pace.
Does your school charge tuition?
No, the school is a public school and therefore there is no tuition.
Will students be taught a foreign language?
Yes, students in the Pre & Primary Learning Stages will learn Spanish. Students in the Middle & Upper Learning Stages will learn Mandarin and students in the Pre-College Stages will have their choice of foreign language instruction.
When will the Academy be open?
Our goal is to be ready for the 2013-14 academic year.
Does 21st Century Global Academy have a facility/school site?
We are in the process of securing a location in Santa Ana. We are working with a non-profit organization that is helping us with this process. An official announcement will be made once a location is established.
I just heard about your school. How do I enroll my child?
To enroll, you must first attend a Pre-Enrollment meeting. Once you have attended a meeting you may submit your enrollment paperwork and supporting documents as outlined on the Admissions tab on our website. Please monitor the "Upcoming Events" tab on our website for the next pre-enrollment meeting date.
Why do I need to bring copies of my child's recent grade report, vaccination record, IEP (if applicable), etc. for enrollment purposes?
Student records have no bearing on enrollment and/or lottery. These records are used to build a student record file in the event your child becomes a pupil at 21stCGA.
Cumulative files (records) will be requested from your child’s home school upon transferring to 21st Century Global Academy. These cumulative files may be sent to us quickly or they may take some time. Because this is 21stCGA’s inaugural year, we will open with a student population from many district schools, private schools, home schools, and possibly out of district schools. It is our goal to have student records in place prior to the beginning of the school year. This will allow our teachers to assess and appropriately service our students from the first day of school in the event the records are not transferred in time.
21stCGA requires these records as part of the enrollment process before families depart for summer vacation. Contacting families with dynamic vacation schedules to bring in student records could present a challenge. Again, it is our goal to have student records in place prior to the beginning of the school year to ensure the best possible start in September.
My child has an IEP. Is special education offered at 21stCGA?
21stCGA will be contracting special education services through Santa Ana Unified School District. Services will be provided as indicated in a student's Individualized Education Plan (IEP). The inclusion model, where special education staff bring support services directly to qualifying students within the general education setting, will be utilized.
My child has special needs and learns in a certain way...will this school be the right fit?
Every child is different and has unique needs. Parents must determine whether or not 21stCGA will best meet the needs of the child.
For this reason, pre-enrollment informational meetings are held for all families before they enroll their child at 21stCGA. These informational meetings are very thorough and explain the core philosophy of the school as well as the primary components of the instructional program. Families on our mailing list will be emailed with information pertaining to dates and locations of the pre-enrollment meeting.
How do I get on your mailing list?
If you are not on our mailing list, please click on the tab in the box. Enter your email address in the box provided to sign up for the 21stCGA newsletter.
Is transportation for 21stCGA students provided by the school?
At this time, all families must make their own arrangements to ensure their student arrives at school and returns home safely. 21stCGA will utilize staff and volunteers on the school property and immediately surrounding the campus to assist with their safety.
What are the targeted student:teacher ratios?
For our pre-primary learning stage, our targeted ratio is 20:1, for our primary learning stages, our targeted ratio is 22:1, for our middle, upper and pre-college learning stages, our targeted ratio is 28:1.
Are students required to wear uniforms?
Students are required to wear uniforms every day that they attend class. School uniforms help maintain children's focus on their education and contributes to their safety during the school day. Information about uniform choices and where to purchase them will be included in your student's complete admissions packet.
What type of meal programs are offered for 21stCGA students?
We will be participating in the federally assisted National School Lunch Program. This program provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to children each school day. A School Breakfast Program is offered as well. Additional information about these programs will be available to our enrolled students, and menus are updated monthly.
Where do I go if I have a concern?
The first step is to call or e-mail your child’s teacher. If you continue to have concerns, you may contact the principal. It is important to prearrange a time to see your child’s teacher or an administrator.
What is the procedure when my child is absent from school?
Please see our School Policies Handbook, provided to all enrolled students’ families. We do appreciate a call to the school office notifying us of a child’s absence.
Will all the classes be using the same teaching method?
While learning will take place through inclusive projects, the focus will be on mastering foundational skills in the Pre-primary and Primary Learning Stages, while in the Middle, Upper and Pre-College Stages, the focus is predominantly on projects based on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) content.
May I come into the school to volunteer?
We welcome volunteers and will request help at various times throughout the school year. Please see the Support area on this web site for more information on current volunteer opportunities.
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