Meeting Time: October 21, 2020 at 6:00pm PDT
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20-2018 Submission Public Hearing by the Board of Education of Lighthouse Community Charter Public Schools - Lighthouse Community Charter School - Petition and Proposed Charter - Grades K-8 - July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2026 (5 Year Renewal).

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    Kelly Lara about 4 years ago

    The team and community at Lighthouse k-8 is deeply committed to changing outcomes from children in East Oakland. Through rigorous instruction, positive classroom communities, and partnership with parents, Lighthouse k-8 delivers on its promise to prepare children for college and career. Teachers work hard to deliver quality instruction forcing on close reading, and math concepts and they regularly assess for student understanding. This team reteaches when necessary and holds Wednesday afternoon school so as to not let any kid fall through the cracks. I’m proud to work alongside the k-8 community and I look forward to continuing to partner with the k-8 in years to come. I implore the Board Of Directors to RENEW the lighthouse k-8 charter as it is a quality program serving children in Oakland.

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    Jose Govea about 4 years ago

    Hello my name is Jose Govea. I have 3 daughters in Lighthouse, all of them which have shown a lot of growth. I am very satisfied with the teaching and staff, teachers are kind, understanding, and patient. Teachers also give my a daughters many opportunities for scholarships, programs, etc. I believe Lighthouse should remain open.

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    Sharon D about 4 years ago

    Please keep this charter school open. It is so beneficial for so many students and parents that it remains open. Children have adapted to this learning environment and it would be detrimental to up-root students and further overcrowd other schools.

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    Suzie Borg about 4 years ago

    Don't do this to these kids. Times are hard enough for their families as well as these kids. Let them have something stable in their lives.

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    M R about 4 years ago

    Please keep this institution open!

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    Victoria Camposeco about 4 years ago

    Please keep Light House open for the next period. All members of the team at this school are being very supportive for our family especially now. My son is happy with what he is learning from his kind and excellent teacher!

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    Amber Curran about 4 years ago

    School choice should be for urban kids too.

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    Carol Williams about 4 years ago

    Please keep school open.

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    Nancy Soto about 4 years ago

    Please keep our school open. Education and the well being of children is the main purpose of Lighthouse. As a parent I feel I am heard and my children feels secure and motivated to learn. My older daughter went to another school in Oakland were children frequently experienced lockdowns because of the insecurities of our city compared with maybe only 2 lockdowns in eight years that my family has been part of Lighthouse.

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    r z about 4 years ago

    Do not close charter schools parents need alternatives

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    Edduen Cruz about 4 years ago

    Keep my school open.. I really enjoy going to lighthouse. I have great teachers that supports my education. Lighthouse is a great school. Renew Lighthouse!!!

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    Kevin Jepson about 4 years ago

    Please approve renewal for Lighthouse’s charter. Lighthouse students are achieving more than they think possible because of the hard work, expertise, creativity, and character of the faculty. Thank you.

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    Hernaldo Garay about 4 years ago

    Renew lighthouse, As a parent of two kid my goal is to get the best education that my kid can get, tha is why I support lighthouse renew for next period, lighthouse has been a good school for our neighborhood and as a part of the community I would like the school to stay for my kids and if is possible for the next generation. I appreciate your help and please keep open lighthouse charter school. THANKS.

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    Cathy Osorio about 4 years ago

    Please keep this school open for our children

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    Fatiisha Razo about 4 years ago

    Please keep this school open

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    Michelle Fitch about 4 years ago

    I am a seasoned highly qualified teacher. as with many teachers at Lighthouse, I am credentialed, hold a master's of education and many certificates including one in Expeditionary Learning. I commute to Oakland to teach at Lighthouse.
    I have three reasons why I continue to teach and am proud to be a part of the community.
    First, we value providing a premium education for all students regardless of their economic status. Secondly, it is our core belief that every student should feel known, cared for, and loved. Lastly, we help families experience their goals for their kids while challenging kids to strive to reach those goals while knowing that others in their neighborhoods may never get the opportunity. I support the renewal of Lighthouse Charter because I support providing more families in this underserved community of Oakland the chance to bring their dreams to fruition. Lighthouse Charter school is an exceptional institution.

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    Esperanza Martinez about 4 years ago

    Lighthouse was our saving grace after being denied a spot for two years in a row to a school that pertained to my daughters (grade-K) fathers’ address (Montclair) due to racial bias happening in OUSD. Given no other option since I was allotted schools that weren’t on my list of school choices, Charter schools were a breath of fresh air. Lighthouse is a staple in our community and keep our children focused and engaged in an environment not meant for them to thrive in. We cannot AFFORD to rip away the opportunity for our children to have the educational structure and the preparedness needed to lead them into a bright future.As a parent of a Kindergartner, I’m not sure how I would have gotten through these crazy times without the support and dedication of all the teachers and staff at Lighthouse.
    As a resident of the neighborhood, I also stand in full support with the charter renewal and encourage you all to stand with us for our children.Thank you for your ongoing support!

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    James Bell about 4 years ago

    Kids options are limited enough. Don’t close another avenue.

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    Esteban Martinez about 4 years ago

    Lighthouse brings creative opportunities that publics schools are not providing. Thats the reason why I transfered my two sons to Lighthouse charter school

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    Sarai Denny about 4 years ago

    Please keep the school open and the teachers employed. Now is not the time!