Learning for Life Charter School

Organization Description

Learning for Life is an independent study charter school (non-profit organization) for 7-12th grade students who have not found success in traditional schools or need a more flexible arrangement. Student population ranges from 150-190 total students, 80% or more of our student population are designated as “high risk” students (expelled, homeless, foster, truant, credit deficient). Most of our students face significant personal and/or family issues.

Services include middle and high school education. There are 5 full time teachers, 4 half-time teachers, two part-time student advocates,  School Counselor, School Psychologist, School and Community Liaison, Special Education Case Manager and School Director. Students are on campus for in person learning weekly Tuesdays, Wednesday and Thursdays.

 

Program Information

Interns will be able to assist in a variety of areas to support students both academically and personally. Interns can help facilitate the provision of basic needs for students at Learning for Life including improved nutrition, access to health/mental health services, housing, employment readiness support, and mentoring.
 

Health & Safety
Address 
333 Reservation Rd. Suite F
Marina, CA 93933
United States
General Phone 
Program(s) 
Internship
Organization type 
Education - Alternative School (Government)
Focus Population(s)
People Experiencing Material Poverty, Teens/Young Adults
Focus Area(s)
Education, Food & Housing Security
Additional Focus Area(s)
Recreation, Skill Development
Additional site tags 
Social work, Community Health, Non Profit Administration, Alternative education
Maximum students 
5