Pacific View Charter School
Address
3670 Ocean Ranch Blvd., Oceanside, California USA
22695 Alessandro Blvd., Moreno Valley, California USA
Type: K-12 Public Charter School
Established 1999
Executive Director Gina Campbell
Faculty 37
Number of Students 516
Mascot The Wave Riders
Website http://www.pacificview.org
SCHOOL WIDE LEARNER OUTCOMES
Critical Thinkers who:
- Apply, analyze, identify, synthesize and evaluate information and experiences.
- Connect the skills and content learned across the curriculum and evaluate multiple points of view.
- Use the Inquiry Process to address a problem, hypothesize, analyze, and draw conclusions as they investigate a solution.
- Utilize Problem-solving techniques during conflict resolution and to compromise.
Effective Communicators who:
- Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills through the use of academic language at school, with peers and in the community.
- Listen with understanding and interpret effectively.
- Collaborate, work effectively, and manage interpersonal relationships within diverse groups and settings.
21st Century Scholars who:
- Use technology effectively to access, organize, research and present information.
- Demonstrate the ability to integrate technology as an effective tool in their daily lives.
- Have developed an Academic Plan with goals to guide them in their pursuit towards a college degree and/or career choices.
- Have a clear understanding of the UC A-G Course requirements and the pathway to meet college eligibility requirements.
Socially Responsible Global Citizens who:
- Embrace and respect cultural diversity through the understanding of our global society.
- Will contribute to the improvement of their school and local community by maximizing learning and creating future educational goals.
- Demonstrate knowledge of proper nutrition, exercise and physical health and its impact on daily life.
Educational Philosophy
Pacific View Charter School provides a personalized learning program that is designed to meet the needs of each individual student. Through the collaborative efforts of the Supervisory teacher, the parent/guardian, and the student, a personalized learning plan is developed to address the academic needs of the student while providing a safe and nurturing learning environment for each student.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Grades K-5
In grades K-3, a Credentialed Supervisory teacher meets with the parent/guardian and students once every 2 weeks for approximately an hour. During this meeting, teachers conduct a progress check, administers quiz(es), and/or oral/writing assessment, and monitor student progress. K12 Virtual Curriculum offers a combination of interactive online lessons with offline materials that supports the diverse learning styles of students. Students in grades 4-5 may choose from the homeschool option or a 4-day a week onsite program taught by a credentialed teacher. During classroom time, students are able to collaborate with peers in Math, ELA, Science, Social Studies and other enrichment activities that supplement the curriculum. In addition grades K-5 may participate in optional enrichment classes and field trips multiple Fridays during each month. PVCS offers the following student academic support and enrichment for elementary students:
- Study Island, a web-based supplemental tool that provides RTI support guide decision-making; with rigorous and engaging lessons, and assessments that promote higher order thinking and inquiry.
- Read Live, a cloud-based intervention efficiently applies the research-based Read Naturally Strategy to accelerate reading achievement. Visual and auditory prompts guide students through the motivating steps to develop fluency and phonics skills, support comprehension, and improve vocabulary.
- Spatial-Temporal (ST) Math, provides visual math instruction through game-based instructional software aimed to boost math comprehension and proficiency through visual learning.
- Enrichment: weekly elementary Chorus and monthly student events, including field trips within the community
Grades 6-8
Students in grades 6-8 may choose from a homeschool program or a 4-day a week onsite program. Students who are homeschooled meet twice a month with their Supervisory teacher. During this meeting, teachers conduct a progress check, administers quiz(es), and/or oral/writing assessment, and monitor student progress. Edgenuity Curriculum offers a combination of interactive online lessons with offline materials that supports the diverse learning styles of students. Students who choose the classroom option are provided direct instruction from credentialed teachers and afforded the opportunity to work on coursework, receive academic support from peer tutors, and work in collaborative learning groups. Students also have access to CareerZone that provides students with assessments on learning styles, and a plethora of college and career resources. In addition, PVCS offers the following student academic support and enrichment for middle school students:
- Study Island, a web-based supplemental tool that provides RTI support guide decision-making; with rigorous and engaging lessons, and assessments that promote higher order thinking and inquiry.
- Read Live, a cloud-based intervention efficiently applies the research-based Read Naturally Strategy to accelerate reading achievement. Visual and auditory prompts guide students through the motivating steps to develop fluency and phonics skills, support comprehension, and improve vocabulary.
- Spatial-Temporal (ST) Math, provides visual math instruction through game-based instructional software aimed to boost math comprehension and proficiency through visual learning.
- Computer Lab/Study Hall, provides students with access to onsite instructional aides for tutoring, a quiet environment for studying and administering assessments.
- Enrichment: Monthly student events (field trips) within the community; and onsite weekly Glee Club
Grades 9-12
PVCS offers an independent study/personalized-learning environment for high school students. A Credentialed Supervisory teacher meets with the parent/guardian and the student on a weekly basis for approximately one hour. During this meeting, teachers conduct a progress check, administer quizzes, and/or oral/writing assessment, and monitor student progress.
Meeting times may vary in frequency depending on the individualized needs of the student. The majority of assessments are administered onsite for grades 9-12, to ensure academic integrity. Many courses require weekly attendance in addition to the meeting with the Supervisory Teacher. These include math courses, Math 180, Read 180, English 3D, Spanish 1, English, Biology Lab and Work Experience. PVCS offers various curricular options for students, which include:
- Traditional textbook-based curriculum that is Common Core aligned and UC A-G approved.
- Workshop classes, where students receive onsite instruction with a reduced student to teacher ratio of 25:1.
- Online Courses which are UC A-G approved.
- Credit Recovery Online Courses.
academic and social enrichment programs
- Tutoring onsite and in workshops – by teachers and instructional aides for all core subjects
- Weekly Office hours are held by the Supervisory teacher
- Enrichment which include field trips and onsite Glee and Guitar classes.
- Flag Football Team, PE and Yoga
- College & Career events – PVCS hosts monthly presentations by/at local colleges and trade schools, in addition to guest speakers from various colleges and careers.
- In the 2015-16 school year, PVCS will begin a Clubs program for students, based on student interest.
SEE ALSO
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_high_schools_in_San_Diego_County,_California
EXTERNAL LINKS
California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress - English Language Arts / Math
California Department of Education – Charter School
http://www.cde.ca.gov/ds/si/cs/ap/rptresult.asp?name=Pacific+View&Submit=Search