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Which Academy is Right for My Student?

Leading Edge Academy

Serving Grades 6-8
 
Leading Edge is ideal for Middle School students who would benefit from a smaller learning environment and project-based learning. Curriculum is aligned to the California state content standards.

 

Academy Highlights:

  • High academic standards
  • Integrated thematic teaching and project-based learning. 
  • Academic program built around leadership, creative thinking, technical savvy, appreciating cultural diversity, and global thinking
  • Clubs and comprehensive middle school sports
 

Located at 4600 Blackrock Drive, Sacramento, CA 95835

Performing & Fine Arts Academy

Serving Grades 6-12
 
PFAA is ideal for Middle and High School students with an interest in the arts that want to pursue their creative talents while still maintaining high academic standards for college and career preparation.
 

Academy Highlights:

  • High academic standards
  • Elective classes in the arts (drama, dance, music, fine arts, stagecraft, computer animation, etc.)
  • Academic program combines critical thinking and whole-person development approach to learning
 

 

 

Located at 4600 Blackrock Drive, Sacramento, CA 95835

Early College Academy

Serving Grades 9-12
 
Early College Academy (previously called Virtual Learning Academy) is ideal for high school students who are independent, motivated, and want a flexible schedule while preparing themselves for college life.

 

Academy Highlights:

  • College-style hybrid academy with high academic standards
  • Weekly in-person workshops for each class
  • Engaging curriculum designed by teachers
  • Access to dual enrollment college classes to earn college credit while in high school
  • Small, collaborative learning community
 

Located at 4600 Blackrock Drive, Sacramento, CA 95835

 

Star Academy

Serving Grades TK-5
 
Star Academy is ideal for elementary school students who would benefit from hands-on, inquiry-based learning. The academy places emphasis on both academic and social-emotional learning. 

 

Academy Highlights:

  • Moderate class sizes
  • Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten
  • Core subjects supported through hands-on, inquiry based approach
  • Spanish and art instruction for all K-5 students
  • High parent involvement

 

 

Located at 4004 Gloster Way, Sacramento, CA 95834

 

PACT Academy

Serving Grades K-8

 
PACT Academy is ideal for Elementary and Middle School students who would benefit from a home schooling environment while also attending collaborative classes.
 

 

Academy Highlights:

  • Home-schooling program
  • Handcrafted, individualized education
  • Strong family, school and home partnership
  • Assortment of workshops offered in many areas, such as art, technology, dance, and many more
 

Located at 2920 Advantage Way, Sacramento CA 95834

 
 

Academy Flyers

Below you will find informational sheets for each of the five Natomas Charter School academies.