SAN CARLOS CHARTER

We are all learners. We are all educators.

San Carlos Charter is a K-8 public charter school with a constructivist philosophy. We are a community that cultivates a lasting love of learning and encourages people to be their authentic selves through meaningful inquiry.

Our Approach

  • Learners

    • Become courageous explorers and critical thinkers

    • Are supported by our whole-child approach

    • Achieve global understanding with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion

  • Educators

    • Have the autonomy and support needed to bring their classroom visions to life

    • Enjoy opportunities to collaborate and are encouraged to learn, grow, and share their creative expertise

    • Drive decision-making under a shared leadership model

  • Families

    • Are an integral part of the SCC community

    • Care about SCC staff and value their time and expertise

    • Understand the school model and are its public ambassadors

Our Impact

SCC learners go into the world as curious, socially-conscious, and creative independent thinkers, inspired to make positive and authentic contributions to society.

SCC educators bravely try new things, and succeed or fail, share reflections with education leaders locally and beyond.

 Core Values

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Be Kind

We demonstrate kindness by...

  • The way we speak with one another – no verbal threats, insults, or profane, vulgar, or offensive language
  • Our body language – no unwanted touching or threat of violence to anyone
  • Being aware of what is going on around us
  • Anticipating how our actions will affect others
  • Being considerate of others time and needs
  • Resolving conflict when it occurs through established problem-solving techniques

Be Kind

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Be Accountable

We show accountability when...

  • We keep classrooms, halls, group meeting areas, and the playground clean and free of trash
  • We are not destructive of furnishing, buildings, or another’s property
  • We clean up after ourselves and encourage others to do the same
  • We move through our common spaces being mindful of others
  • We take responsibility for our actions and strive to follow up with restorative actions
  • We are committed to learning from our mistakes

Be Accountable

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Be a Contributor

We are contributors when...

  • We follow directions of educators and other adults who are volunteering our actions and words do not disrupt or distract others from learning
  • We engage in our classes and do our fair share of the work and thinking
  • We actively problem-solve and do not expect others to come up with the solutions for us

Be a Contributor

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Open-Enrollment

Our Learners

Total Learners    370

2023-24 Classroom Configuration

  • Four K/1 classes; 22 learners each

  • Four 2/3 classes; 22 learners each

  • Four 4/5 classes; 22 learners each

  • Three 6/7 classes; 22-30 learners each, depending on content area

  •  Two 8th grade classes; 22-30 learners each, depending on content area

Our Educators

Faculty    26

Staff    24

Our Location

750 Dartmouth Avenue, San Carlos, CA 94070

 

Hours of Operation

Office Hours: M-F, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM