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GUC’s Guide to
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Inspire School of Arts & Sciences
Inspire School of Arts & Sciences is a tuition-free, public charter high school for students and families who think and learn outside of the box. We offer twelve majors for students wishing to hone skills in fields such as theatre, dance, engineering, humanities, and digital arts, as well as a range of electives that allow students to explore their passions and interests. Our approach to learning challenges young people to aim for excellence. Our smallschool environment and expert staff provide the support and encouragement to find success. This is learning, Inspired. Visit InspireChico.org to learn more. 335 W. Sacramento Avenue www.inspirechico.org 530-891-3090
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Sherwood Montessori
Every child is a unique person with her or his own interests, skills, abilities, and personality. The Montessori approach facilitates individualized instruction with multiage groupings in an environment that naturally fosters a love for learning. Sherwood Montessori is a tuitionfree charter school with beautiful classrooms, engaging hands-on materials, and on-site, high-quality child care before and after school. Our transitional kindergarten/ kindergarten offers a shorter day or full-day option for families. We are committed to educating the whole child: intellectually, physically, and psychologically. 1010 Cleveland Avenue www.sherwoodmontessori.org 530-345-6600
Hooker Oak Elementary School
Hooker Oak Elementary School is a tuition-free, TK-5th grade public school that embraces a hands-on, thematic learning approach. Our thematic style promotes engaging, meaningful, and real-world contexts for standards-based teaching/learning across the curriculum. Classes spend time exploring fine arts, performances, choir, gardening, service projects, and go on several field trips throughout the year. At Hooker Oak, families, teachers, and community join as partners to foster creative, confident and lifelong learners. 1238 Arbutus Avenue hookeroak.chicousd.org 530-891-3119
Wildflower Open Classroom
Grade: K-8 160 Students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Average Class Size: 22 Our mission is to enable students to flourish through the use of innovative curriculum and instruction that empowers them to reach their innate intellectual, creative, and leadership potentials. We endeavor to educate the “whole child” by addressing our students’ cognitive, social, emotional, and physical needs. 2414 Cohasset Road, Suite 3 info@wildflowerschool.com wildflowerschool.com 530-892-1676
