FAQ
How do I get started?
The process is easy! You can call our office at (530) 622-6984 or email chsa@edcoe.org and we will help you with the next steps.
What forms do I need to enroll in Charter Home Study Academy?
You will need to provide a copy of your student(s) immunization records and birth certificate.
What is Hybrid Learning
Hybrid learning is a partnership between teachers and families. Students attend class on campus 2 days a week (Tuesday/Thursday for TK-5 students and Monday/Wednesday for grades 6-8) and work on academics at home with parent support the other 3 school days.
Is this a Public School and who may attend?
Charter Home Study Academy is part of Charter Alternative Programs, a public Charter School granted by the El Dorado County Office of Education. There are no fees to attend. Students living in El Dorado County and adjoining counties may attend.
How do the classes work?
Our TK - 5 classes are Tues/Thursday from 8:45 – 1:00pm. All of the science requirements are met in class while incorporating English Language Arts and Math standards. Caseload teachers and parents work collaboratively to create a dynamic hybrid home school environment for each student.
Middle School Classes (6th-8th grades) are Mon/Wed 8:45-2:30. Assignments are given in class and expected to be completed at home by the next class period. Students who attend classes are responsible to be on time, complete homework assignments promptly, and make adequate progress on assignments and tests as determined by the classroom teacher. Parent partnerships provide support on non-class days.
How often do I come to school?
Our students attend school two days per week. All families meet with their caseload teacher on a regular basis. This meeting may take place on-site or remotely.
What kind of curriculum do you use?
Our curriculum conforms to the California State Standards. We design each course to meet the standards and to work within the non-traditional two days per week class environment. Teachers and parents work collaboratively to ensure that each student’s academic needs are met. We follow the California State Content Standards and state-adopted curriculum is provided for all grade levels. Parents have the option to incorporate their own curricula into the learning process.
Are There Any Elective Classes?
Middle school students have elective choices that range from art, chess, sports, drama, and choir. Junior High electives are typically after school. Junior high students can come in for help with assignments from their classes by one of our credentialed teachers on Tuesday and Thursday through our academic support. Kindergarten through 5th grade have opportunities to join into art, drama and choir classes.
What is the difference between Online School and Distance Learning?
Hybrid leaning involves students attending class in-person part of the week and completing a full day of school work at home on the days they are not in classes.
Online school is a set of recorded lessons and tests set in a sequence for students to fulfill educational requirements. Distance learning incorporates individualized learning with the support from highly qualified, credentialed teachers. We are not an online school.
What happens if I don't stay on track?
If a student does not make adequate progress, we must refer them back to their school district of residence.
Do I need to have internet access at my house?
The short answer is yes, mostly. All of our on site classes will use an online program, Google Classroom, to manage the course and Pathways to manage paperwork and grading. Middle school teachers will post assignments, readings, links, and activities to be completed at home using Google Classroom. Elementary teachers use Google Classroom to keep parents and students informed about what is happening in class and support materials for home. We will work with families with limited access to devices and WiFi connections. Many students use free WiFi access at a variety of locations including our school and other public locations.
How does your program fit into the other programs at the Charles Brown Campus?
Charter Home Study Academy shares a campus with Charles Brown Learning Academy. This is a 5-day-a-week program that falls under the Mother Lode Union School District. Charter Home Study Academy is the only K-8 option through Charter Alternative Programs.
Charles Brown Elementary previously housed 2 Charter high schools, CUPrep and CCA. They have changed the high school name to Mountainside Middle College High School and are now located on the Folsom Lake College El DOrado Center.