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).
This school is one of the most amazing schools within Oakland. They are truly helping children to blossom and grow to their full potential. I think that they are 1 of the best examples the OUSD has within the district. I strongly urged the board to keep this school open while also improving other public schools so that all of our schools can be great and develop amazing student learners. Public and charter schools should both be given the chance to thrive and I hope that we can see both growing and successfully creating people who will come back and make Oakland a great place for business culture art and community.
I couldn’t imagine a better school for my kids! The teachers are extremely supportive of helping my kids learn. They take out time to get to know each kid individually as a learner and individual. Even during distant learning they have made sure all students have what they need to learn at home and are committed to helping them grow and learn socially and emotionally!
The teachers are incredibly helpful and supportive of students. They're wonderful and respectful to children, and my son has been able to truly flourish and make major progress since I enrolled him at Lighthouse.
Both Lighthouse and Lodestar highlight serious topics to ensure that all their students and staff are being heard and are constantly making appropriate decisions to ensure that no one is left behind! It has only been a year and a half since joining the Lighthouse Community but I can proudly say that it has been a pleasure to be able to see how much we as a community care about our students. I have seen many teachers and the SPED team go above and beyond supporting their kids and accommodating their needs as best they can. With these efforts, I truly believe that that is the reason students are learning, growing, and persevering against any obstacles they may face is that they can rely on many that are a part of the community with their children showcasing that anything is possible for them with the right support!
The teachers at Lighthouse are extremely committed to their students and there is a real sense of community. The charter should be extended to help continue to provide an opportunity for educational success in this area.
I am in support of renewing the lighthouse k -8 charter for the next five years. My nephew Oscar Simmons is growing daily through the instructions given at Lighthouse since enrolling in kindergarten.
Lighthouse and Lodestar are two amazing schools dedicated to the success of students in Oakland. I have been teaching special education with the at Lighthouse for over 10 years. My daughter is a 2018 graduate of Lighthouse and I am forever in awe of all of the amazing work that we continue to do. Lighthouse teachers maintain strong relationships with students and families, pushes them to do their personal best, and ensures that all learners have access to a quality education. I have witnessed our special education program grow and thrive as students with learning differences are in the classroom alongside their non-disabled peers engaging in meaningful curriculum. Please renew our Charter because our family of schools is what East Oakland deserves in education: equity, social justice, and academic rigor. I am so blessed to be a part of this community!
My friends son is a lighthouse student and we have had many discussions about how much her sons education has improved and how much she and many other parents trust this institution. The teachers, staff and parents all work together to remain in one page and have one goal in mind, to further the education of each student.
Lighthouse and Lodestar are two Oakland schools working hard and focused on increasing student achievement. This work is not new for our schools. It’s a key part of why each school began. As a Lighthouse teacher, I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished in partnership with our students and families and I love how we keep driving to do better. We are excited about our future and continue to develop our systems and align our curriculum to better meet our students’ needs. Thank you for supporting our work!
I worked for Lighthouse as an after school educator from 2013 to 2015. I've since relocated back to my home state of NC but I'm connected with Lighthouse/ Lodestar on social media and keep myself up to date on the awesome work they continue to do in Oakland. Lighthouse was my first job in education and I credit them as having the greatest impact on how I approach student/ youth work. My time there set the bar for my understanding of what quality and socially responsible education can and should look like. I support the renewal of their charter so they can continue to serve and empower the youth of Oakland and their families.
Please support the Lodestar Charter renewal. I, myself, am an 8th grader who attends Lodestar Middle School and I began attending Lodestar in 6th grade. Ever since, it's had such a huge impact on my life. I love the environment there, the teachers there are amazing, the friends I've made are great. If Lodestar were to close down it would be so difficult to find another school that would provide me the same education and support that Lodestar does.
Lighthouse offers one of the best options for children to achieve their goals and be successful. Please keep that option open for children who already have very limited options when it comes to high quality education.
This school is one of the most amazing schools within Oakland. They are truly helping children to blossom and grow to their full potential. I think that they are 1 of the best examples the OUSD has within the district. I strongly urged the board to keep this school open while also improving other public schools so that all of our schools can be great and develop amazing student learners. Public and charter schools should both be given the chance to thrive and I hope that we can see both growing and successfully creating people who will come back and make Oakland a great place for business culture art and community.
I couldn’t imagine a better school for my kids! The teachers are extremely supportive of helping my kids learn. They take out time to get to know each kid individually as a learner and individual. Even during distant learning they have made sure all students have what they need to learn at home and are committed to helping them grow and learn socially and emotionally!
The teachers are incredibly helpful and supportive of students. They're wonderful and respectful to children, and my son has been able to truly flourish and make major progress since I enrolled him at Lighthouse.
Both Lighthouse and Lodestar highlight serious topics to ensure that all their students and staff are being heard and are constantly making appropriate decisions to ensure that no one is left behind! It has only been a year and a half since joining the Lighthouse Community but I can proudly say that it has been a pleasure to be able to see how much we as a community care about our students. I have seen many teachers and the SPED team go above and beyond supporting their kids and accommodating their needs as best they can. With these efforts, I truly believe that that is the reason students are learning, growing, and persevering against any obstacles they may face is that they can rely on many that are a part of the community with their children showcasing that anything is possible for them with the right support!
The teachers at Lighthouse are extremely committed to their students and there is a real sense of community. The charter should be extended to help continue to provide an opportunity for educational success in this area.
I support Lighthouse. My son has progressed so much since Kindergarten and the teacher and other staff members are always helpful.
I am in support of renewing the lighthouse k -8 charter for the next five years. My nephew Oscar Simmons is growing daily through the instructions given at Lighthouse since enrolling in kindergarten.
Please do not close this school
Lighthouse and Lodestar are two amazing schools dedicated to the success of students in Oakland. I have been teaching special education with the at Lighthouse for over 10 years. My daughter is a 2018 graduate of Lighthouse and I am forever in awe of all of the amazing work that we continue to do. Lighthouse teachers maintain strong relationships with students and families, pushes them to do their personal best, and ensures that all learners have access to a quality education. I have witnessed our special education program grow and thrive as students with learning differences are in the classroom alongside their non-disabled peers engaging in meaningful curriculum. Please renew our Charter because our family of schools is what East Oakland deserves in education: equity, social justice, and academic rigor. I am so blessed to be a part of this community!
My friends son is a lighthouse student and we have had many discussions about how much her sons education has improved and how much she and many other parents trust this institution. The teachers, staff and parents all work together to remain in one page and have one goal in mind, to further the education of each student.
Lighthouse and Lodestar are two Oakland schools working hard and focused on increasing student achievement. This work is not new for our schools. It’s a key part of why each school began. As a Lighthouse teacher, I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished in partnership with our students and families and I love how we keep driving to do better. We are excited about our future and continue to develop our systems and align our curriculum to better meet our students’ needs. Thank you for supporting our work!
Más alto rendimiento alos estudiantes en sus grados
Lighthouse/Lodestar
These schools teach very good education and great values to children and that is a grate improvement for the community.
Mosorio
I worked for Lighthouse as an after school educator from 2013 to 2015. I've since relocated back to my home state of NC but I'm connected with Lighthouse/ Lodestar on social media and keep myself up to date on the awesome work they continue to do in Oakland. Lighthouse was my first job in education and I credit them as having the greatest impact on how I approach student/ youth work. My time there set the bar for my understanding of what quality and socially responsible education can and should look like. I support the renewal of their charter so they can continue to serve and empower the youth of Oakland and their families.
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my name is savannah and I am a 9th grader at lodestar. this school supports every student and doesn't leave none behind.
Please support the Lodestar Charter renewal. I, myself, am an 8th grader who attends Lodestar Middle School and I began attending Lodestar in 6th grade. Ever since, it's had such a huge impact on my life. I love the environment there, the teachers there are amazing, the friends I've made are great. If Lodestar were to close down it would be so difficult to find another school that would provide me the same education and support that Lodestar does.
Lighthouse offers one of the best options for children to achieve their goals and be successful. Please keep that option open for children who already have very limited options when it comes to high quality education.
Lighthouse is a permanent reminder of student success and excellence. Please fo not close this school.