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Charter School of Morgan Hill

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What are charter schools?


Are charters public schools?



Charter schools are open to ALL children and they are committed to serving a student body that reflects the local community. As public schools, charter schools must be open to all students that wish to attend. If applications for admission exceed the targeted enrollment for the school or grade, enrollment is determined by a "public random drawing" or lottery. However, charter schools may also design admissions processes tailored to assist them in carrying out their educational mission. Please see the enrollment section of our website for more information.

How does the lottery system work?

Charter schools are open to all students who want to attend, regardless of where they live. If the school receives more applications than spots available, it is required by law to hold a blind lottery to determine which students will have the opportunity to attend. Many charter schools have wait lists and may admit more students as spots become available.



Will I be required to volunteer?


What programs do charter schools offer for students with special needs?


Do charter school teachers have to have credentials?


What is "project-based learning"?

Project-based learning is learning through real life experiences. The activities or projects may be the way in which students acquire skills or knowledge initially, or it may be how they learn to apply a variety of concepts that they already know. It is also about tying together separate skills in meaningful ways, across the curricular areas. Instruction can be tailored to the needs of the students and, because projects are open-ended, students have the opportunity to explore problems at a variety of depths or levels.

How will the family participation component work?

The school and families will work together to develop an individualized plan for each family describing: 1) how the family will support the student; 2) how the family will support the school; and 3) how the school will support the student and family. The plan will be flexible so that families can participate in a variety of traditional and non-traditional ways.

What type of enrichment activities are offered?

All students have regular enrichment activities, in areas such as extended science, languages, life skills, physical education, music, and other fine arts. These activities are important not only in developing well-rounded children, but also in strengthening their learning in the main content areas (reading, writing, math, social studies, science, etc.). Additionally, all students will have access to computers and other technology, to support them in their education.

How do students interact with their community?

Students interact with the public both in the community and in work settings. They do projects with business, government, and community organizations. Community and business people interact with students at the school, and partnerships develop with local businesses and agencies. Through community interaction, students feel a part of the larger community, see the relevance of their academic learning to everyday life, and understand their responsibilities as citizens.