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Opportunity Academy

OPPORTUNITY ACADEMY 2024 WINTER GRADUATION

Opportunity Academy

ACOE’s Opportunity Academy serves students ages 16 and over who have previously separated from school or have been unsuccessful in school, desire a high school diploma, and will benefit from support with employment readiness and obtaining employment.

Opportunity Academy utilizes independent studies with blended learning models; incorporating computer-based curriculum, small group instruction, independent and classroom-based study options.

Opportunity Academy, in partnership with Youth Employment Partnership (YEP) in Oakland, La Familia in Hayward, organizations providing Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act-funded services to similar populations, and Next Step Learning Center that provides an environment that encourages student growth and success in and out of the classroom.

We also are in partnership with REACH Ashland Youth Center who serves our young people throughout Alameda County to honor youth power and build the community’s resilience. We also are in partnership with Civicorps that provides simultaneous paid job training through their Conservation Program.

English Language Advisory Committee   Family Advisory Committee

Enrollment Process

Admission

ACOE Opportunity Academy desires to admit any eligible student without regard to nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, perceived disability, or any other characteristics. All eligible students will be admitted, subject to space availability, and enrollment will be ongoing, rather than limited to the traditional beginning of the school year.

Admission Process

  • Step 1: Interested students will attend a private orientation with their instructor and parent or guardian, if applicable. Students will get a brief description of the school program and how it differs from other school options. They will be provided a description of ACOE Opportunity Academy's curriculum, enrichment programs, attendance expectations, grading, evaluation procedures and graduation standards.
  • Step 2: If a student chooses to enroll in ACOE Opportunity Academy, the instructor assigned to the student, or the school secretary, will schedule a registration appointment. The student should bring to this appointment a copy of his/her last school transcript, his/her IEP or 504 Plan, if applicable, and a completed application form. If under 18, the student must also be accompanied by his/her parent/guardian and bring a copy of his/her immunization records.

Lottery

If the number of eligible students who wish to attend ACOE Opportunity Academy exceeds the school’s capacity, attendance will be determined by lottery. If a lottery is necessary due to space limitations, it will be held within two weeks of the determination. Once the lottery is completed, all students not admitted shall be placed on a waiting list, which will remain active for the balance of the academic year. Should a vacancy occurs during the academic year, students on the waiting list will be offered admission in the order in which their names were drawn in the lottery.

What Opportunity Academy Offers

  • Individual learning and support for all
  • Flexible hours to accommodate work and child care
  • Referral to support services
  • Job readiness and training
  • Opportunities for internships, apprenticeships and career placement internships
  • Be part of a dynamic, independent learning environment
  • Virtual classroom option

Interested in enrolling in Opportunity Academy?

Download and complete an enrollment application below to start the process

Enroll Here

Frequently Asked Questions

Links

Locations

  • MAIN OFFICE

    Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 4:00PM

    Dr. Tracey Burns
    Director/Principal
    (510) 670-7602

  • AOA-YEP

    2300 International Blvd. Oakland, CA 94601
    Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 3:15 PM

    Tyler Rust
    Teacher
    (510) 670-1802

  • AOA-BRIDGE

    750 International Blvd. Oakland, CA 94606
    Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 3:15 PM

    Christine Rominiecki
    Teacher
    (510) 670-7653

    Sara Haro
    Teacher
    (510) 634-1493

  • AOA-NEXT STEP LEARNING CENTER

    2222 Curtis St. Oakland, CA 94607
    Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:15 PM

    Nicole Crosby
    Teacher
    (510) 251-1731

    Lisa McCarty
    Teacher
    (510) 251-1731

  • AOA-CIVICORPS

    101 Myrtle Street Oakland, CA 94607
    Monday - Friday: 10:30 AM - 5:15 PM

    Elaine Whitney
    Teacher
    (510) 634-1494

    Sara Haro
    Teacher
    (510) 634-1493

  • AOA-HAYWARD

    21400 Bedford Dr. Hayward, 94546
    (at Strobridge Elementary School)
    *formerly located at:
    680 West Tennyson Road, Hayward, CA 94544
    (at Eden Youth and Family Center)
    Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 3:15 PM

    Alque Ryans
    Teacher
    (510) 670-7622

  • AOA-REACH/Ashland Youth Center

    16335 E. 14th St. San Leandro, CA 94578
    Monday: 8:00 AM - 3:15 PM

    Veronica Aguilar
    Interim Teacher
    (510) 513-1880

  • AOA-Virtual Classroom

    Online
    Elaine Whitney
    Teacher
    (510) 634-1494