FAQ'S
Frequently Asked Questions
Is
WSCA's college preparatory program right for my son or daughter?
What
will be WSCA's educational focus?
7th
and 8th grade curriculum
High
School curriculum
Are
there other schools like WSCA?
When
will WSCA open?
Where
will the WSCA campus be located?
How
can I help?
What
is Western Sierra Collegiate Academy?
Western
Sierra Collegiate Academy (WSCA) is going to be a public, tuition-free
charter school of choice for students in the greater Placer County,
California area. Founded by a coalition of experienced educators
and parents, WSCA will prepare graduates to enter and thrive at
the world's finest universities and colleges.
WSCA
will feature a small school community, with high academic standards
and a student code of conduct.
Who
is creating WSCA?
WSCA
is being developed under the leadership of Rocklin
Academy Rocklin Academy is a charter public school serving
grades K-6. Rocklin Academy has achieved outstanding academic
success since 2001, and is the highest performing public school
in Placer County. The WSCA Planning Committee is comprised of
educators and parents committed to the development of a high quality
college preparatory school.
Is
WSCA's college preparatory program right for my son or daughter?
WSCA
believes that most students are capable of thriving in a demanding
college preparatory program. Student success requires commitment
by students, parents, and teachers and hard work. Students will
flourish in an environment that allows them to achieve their full
potential. Dedicated to excellence, the school will be structured
to recognize and respond to the developmental, cognitive and creative
needs of students.
What
will be WSCA's educational focus?
WSCA
will be a college preparatory public charter school serving students
in grades seven through twelve. WSCA will provide an engaging
and rigorous academic curriculum, focusing on math, science, social
studies, and the arts. All students will be enrolled in the courses
needed to attend the University of California, California State
Universities, and the most selective private universities.
7th
and 8th grade curriculum
WSCA
will offer the nationally recognized Core Knowledge curriculum
in 7th and 8th grade. Strong in depth and rigor, it will provide
a solid foundation for success in the college preparatory coursework
in grades 9-12.
High
School curriculum
All
students in High School (grades 9-12) will be enrolled in the
course work required for entrance to the University of California
and selective private universities. The curriculum will be engaging
and rigorous, meeting and exceeding California state standards.
It will emphasize science, math, social studies, and the arts.
It is the expectation that all students will take the Advanced
Placement (AP) coursework and/or University of Cambridge International
Examinations (IGSCE) by the time they are in 11th or 12th grade.
University
of Cambridge International Examinations is an established and
prestigious educational course and assessment program that operates
in more than 150 countries world-wide. For more information about
University of Cambridge International Examinations, go to www.cie.org.uk
Are
there other schools like WSCA?
The
design and educational program of WSCA will be similar to some
of the best public and private schools in the United States. The
structure of WSCA is based on the Pacific Collegiate School, the
highest achieving open enrollment high school in California. Pacific
Collegiate is fully supportive of the creation of WSCA, and is
assisting in the development of the school. The foundation of
WSCA will be based on the excellent program created by Pacific
Collegiate. More information about Pacific Collegiate School is
available at www.pacificcollegiate.com
When
will WSCA open?
WSCA
is planning to open with grades seven and eight in the Fall of
2009. The intent is to add an additional grade level each year.
Where
will the WSCA campus be located?
It
is expected that initially WSCA will be housed in an interim facility
located in South Placer County area (Rocklin or Lincoln). WSCA
will grow into a more permanent facility as additional grades
are added.
How
can I help?
We
welcome your help in bringing this exciting new educational choice
to South Placer County. Please e-mail info@wscacademy.org
or call 1-888-712-WSCA (9722) to volunteer.
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