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“It is a place that truly nurtures all learners. Students AND teachers can feel safe and supported exploring their passions. The teachers and staff are the most devoted group of educators I've ever come across!” (Sabrina Oyola, 3rd/4th Grades) “PAC feels like family. I can't think of a better way to spend my days than connecting with those around me so that we can inspire and empower each other.” (Jenny Long, TK Aide) “I work at PAC because I love the small school feel!” (Jenny Kuwazaki, 6th Grade)  Placer Academy is a tuition-free, inspirational school where TK-6 students get the support they need to succeed. From motivated learners who enjoy extra academic challenges to engaged students who may need a little support, our school lifts all learners in a warm classroom environment. And who is responsible for this exceptional work? Our teachers!!
Studies show that a great teacher can increase the test scores, graduation rates, and college attendance of students. Placer Academy teachers are motivators, coaches, and listeners who connect with our students in so many important ways. They offer encouragement and build confidence around learning - and support parent involvement in their child’s education. In fact, year after year our caring, talented teachers are cited as the top reason why Placer Academy families enroll their children in our school. Supporting Our Learners At Placer Academy, many of our teachers have Masters degrees in education. Most bring over a decade of teaching experience to our classrooms, and the results speak for themselves. Our school is a warm and welcoming space where learners thrive in thoughtfully organized classrooms. Because many Placer Academy teachers have taught here for years, they often teach multiple children from the same family. This enables our teachers and families to really get to know each other - helping to develop trusting relationships and build effective communication that benefits learners of all ages. Investing In Our Teachers Every Friday is early-release day at Placer Academy. After students leave our campus, our teachers participate in ongoing teacher training programs, learning new tools in classroom management, curriculum development, and more. It’s also time for our teachers to work together as a team - relying on each other to share best practices, utilize data, and support each other in the important work of teaching. On Fridays and during the summer break grade level teachers share planning time around curriculum-based projects. Our entire teaching staff also receives extensive training on social-emotional learning topics - including a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) that integrates behavioral expectations with academic enrichment and interventions. MTSS helps our teachers support students' academic, behavioral, social, and emotional success, while maintaining the whole-child, high quality instruction that Placer Academy is known for. Placer Academy’s talented teachers are ready to welcome your student into our school. Contact us and come see for yourself! We hope you’ll join us today! About Placer Academy Placer Academy is a TK-6 tuition-free, public charter school serving students in Rocklin, Lincoln, and Roseville CA and the surrounding areas. Placer Academy inspires with hands-on, Project Based Learning, giving each student the support they need to succeed. Our caring teachers and staff encourage families to be closely involved in our tight-knit community, and we partner with many area businesses on inspiring service learning projects and field trips. Join our public charter school today! Enrolling now.
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Fall is here and so is back-to-school time for our tuition-free charter school. Are you new to the Rocklin area and looking for a TK-6 school? Are you searching for a school that better aligns with your family’s learning goals? Or are you a homeschool family that’s considering jumping back into a classroom setting? Well, we are here to tell you that it’s not too late - to inquire, to tour, and to enroll at Placer Academy!  Enroll Anytime
As a public charter school, Placer Academy accepts students throughout the school year. If you feel uncertain about the fit of your current school, come take a tour and learn more about our Project-Based Learning and Core Knowledge® curriculum. Our students take ownership over their work and are free to explore subjects in greater depth, at a pace and level that reflects their abilities. And for students who need academic support, we provide classroom aides, reading and math intervention, and special education services. Transferring Is Easy Whether you are moving to our community or just changing schools, transferring to Placer Academy is an easy process. Our staff are here to help you navigate the steps of student withdrawal and enrollment and begin school on a timeline that works for you. Student Transitions - We Can Help Being a new student is never easy. But at PAC, your learner will feel welcomed and included from the moment they walk through our doors. Each of our TK-6 grades feature small class sizes with low student-teacher ratios that ensure every student is seen and heard. PAC students enjoy more individual attention, increased participation, and better communication with our teachers than at larger schools. Our new social emotional learning curriculum - Everyday Speech - supports learners in all grades with mindfulness practices and integrated teaching that builds personal skills. A Community for All As a “Parent Cooperative School”, we are committed to partnering with parents on every stage of a learner’s journey. Our teachers communicate regularly with families to help you stay up to date on your child’s learning. We love seeing caregivers as helpers in our classrooms, and all PAC families are encouraged to volunteer a minimum of 30 hours per year. Whether you’re a busy working parent or a retired grandparent, we’ll help you find volunteer opportunities that work for you. When your child enrolls at Placer Academy, your entire family will be welcomed as a valued part of our community. Want to learn more? Contact us and come see for yourself! You can enroll anytime! About Placer Academy Placer Academy is a TK-6 tuition-free, public charter school serving students in Rocklin, Lincoln, and Roseville CA and the surrounding areas. Placer Academy inspires with hands-on, Project Based Learning, giving each student the support they need to succeed. Our caring teachers and staff encourage families to be closely involved in our tight-knit community, and we partner with many area businesses on inspiring service learning projects and field trips. Join our public charter school today! Enrolling now.  Placer Academy is a TK-6 tuition-free charter school that partners closely with our families to support student learning. Each year, we kick off our school year with a special program that bridges student learning in school and at home.
How it Works “One School, One Book” brings together the entire Placer Academy community to read one book, over two weeks at the start of the school year. We select a different book each year, and choose one that can be read aloud to students in all of our TK-6th grade classrooms. Families share the reading experience with their children, and teachers explore book themes with their students in the classroom. This year, “One School, One Book” concludes with a school wide celebration where students share their culminating projects on September 30. “One School, One Book” inspires our students by engaging them in reading both at school and at home. Many times, the topics of our books present opportunities for families and classrooms to share thoughts and ideas in a deeper way. By encouraging daily family participation, PAC students and their caregivers can enjoy sharing a quiet space, away from the sensory stimuli of home life. At the conclusion of our “One School, One Book” program each year, many students and families report increased connection and engagement with the joy of reading. What a wonderful outcome for our learning community! Our 2022 Book Selection This September, we will be reading “Stella Diaz Has Something to Say”, by Angela Dominguez. Each Placer Academy student will receive a copy of the book to keep. We know that our families will end up cheering on this delightful character as she works to find her voice – and she might help inspire some students to find theirs. “Stella Diaz” is one of a large series of books written about and for young readers, giving students the opportunity to explore more books once they finish this selection. Everyone Can Join “One School, One Book” brings our entire school together to read the same book - including students, teachers, families, administrators, and aides ! We’ll be reaching out to families at the start of school to share grade-appropriate resources. Building Hearts and Minds “One School, One Book” inspires readers - but the impact doesn’t stop there. Each year our Placer Academy community looks forward to it as a school spirit-building experience bringing together our young and old buddies to share and read the book. We plan grade-level STEM activities around themes in the book. And the culminating celebration brings together our entire school community to celebrate the joy of reading. We hope you’ll join us! Ready to join our Placer Academy community and share the love of reading? Contact us and enroll today! About Placer Academy Placer Academy is a TK-6 tuition-free, public charter school serving students in Rocklin, Lincoln, and Roseville CA and the surrounding areas. Placer Academy inspires with hands-on, Project Based Learning, giving each student the support they need to succeed. Our caring teachers and staff encourage families to be closely involved in our tight-knit community, and we partner with many area businesses on inspiring service learning projects and field trips. Join our public charter school today! Enrolling now.  Placer Academy is a tuition-free public charter school that serves TK-6 grade students with exceptional academics in a warm classroom environment that nurtures all learners. But we are also a “Parent Cooperative” school that relies on family participation and partnership to engage our students. So what does that mean for Placer Academy families? It turns out, a lot!
Volunteers Are Valued Here Placer Academy was founded with a commitment to partnering with families in their children’s learning. Unlike traditional public schools, we purposefully engage parents and caregivers in the work of our school - as hands-on volunteers and for feedback on how we are doing. Whether your child is coming from a parent-led homeschool environment or a more traditional public school, you’ll enjoy opportunities to connect and engage with our learning community. All PAC families are encouraged to volunteer a minimum of 30 hours per year. No matter what your schedule, we will work with you to find appropriate and convenient ways to get involved in your child’s learning. Parent volunteers help us throughout the year as classroom support, field trip chaperones, Facility Clean Up Day helpers, and more. For parents and caregivers with limited time to give, we offer take-home projects that enable you to volunteer hours on a schedule that works for you. Our Leaders Listen Parent engagement doesn’t stop at our classrooms. Our Executive Director, Jill Godtland, and Principal, Kathy Putkey, spend time getting to know our families, too. Throughout the year, we host “Coffee and Conversations” that welcome families to our campus to spend time with Jill and Kathy. These casual events are a great way to get high-level updates on our school, discuss any concerns you may have as a parent, and connect more deeply with our Placer Academy leadership. An Engaged PTO The PAC PTO is an active and fun way to get involved with our school. Each year our PTO raises funds to support classroom supplies, field trip scholarships and special enrichment activities. They coordinate the Beautofull Made Art Show and Auction, jog-a-thon, ice cream social, and more. Interested in getting involved? Attend an upcoming PTO meeting and find out how you can help. Parents Are Leaders, Too As a public charter school, Placer Academy is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. We are always looking for parents to step up into roles on our Board and leadership committees, and if this is something you would like to explore, contact a Board Member to find out more. Join Us! Partnering with families is just one of the many ways that Placer Academy ensures student success. We serve TK-6 students with tuition-free charter education. Find out more and join us today! About Placer Academy Placer Academy is a TK-6 tuition-free, public charter school serving students in Rocklin, Lincoln, and Roseville CA and the surrounding areas. Placer Academy inspires with hands-on, Project Based Learning, giving each student the support they need to succeed. Our caring teachers and staff encourage families to be closely involved in our tight-knit community, and we partner with many area businesses on inspiring service learning projects and field trips. Join our public charter school today! Enrolling now. |
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