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Why River Valley Charter School?

We have a keen focus on developing intrinsic,

independent motivation and a lifelong love of learning.

Working as a Team for the Optimal Learning Experience

Independence Leads to Success

Given choices about their educational pathway and responsibility for their outcomes, students rise to the occasion and thrive. High expectations - met with resources, encouragement, and strategies - inspire them to reach their best personally and academically. Every student at RVCS is challenged, supported, and guided toward a future that matches their goals and vision for success.

The River Valley Charter School Way

The RVCS smaller environment lends itself to a personalized experience that recognizes the unique talents, dreams, and learning styles of each student. We foster independent, responsible learners through an innovative program that leaves room for choosing how to pursue learning goals. 


A self-directed mind will never be dependent on someone else to teach them what they are curious about. When students learn independently, they can study any information source and synthesize the important points. This means a lifestyle of learning stays with them throughout the future.


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The River Valley Charter School Way

The RVCS smaller environment lends itself to a personalized experience that recognizes the unique talents, dreams, and learning styles of each student. We foster independent, responsible learners through an innovative program that leaves room for choosing how to pursue learning goals. 



A self-directed mind will never be dependent on someone else to teach them what they are curious about. When students learn independently, they can study any information source and synthesize the important points. This means a lifestyle of learning stays with them throughout the future.

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Extraordinary Programs for Extraordinary Students

Future Ready

We take college preparation seriously. In fact, we based our program on a college model. High school students attend each core class twice a week, with the remainder of the week spent in independent study - just as they will in college. Classes are limited to a maximum of 18 students to allow for instructional methods ranging from a lecture format to seminar-type discussions and presentations.


Innovative Education

Students at RVCS choose how they learn. We offer two tracks - hybrid (some in-person classes + independent study) or 100% independent study with 100% online classes. Both tracks can access student activities like prom, game night, sports, field trips, and international travel. Students who want to change tracks can switch at the end of a semester. 


Dedicated Instructors

RVCS teachers are considered stakeholders who, along with parents and students, help govern the school and maintain its vision. In addition to maintaining their professional expertise, our dedicated teachers keep parents involved through communication and the use of the school website to post grades and assignments every week. Instructors post office hours for family consults, and tutoring is available to all RVCS students. Each core teacher at RVCS possesses a credential, teaches in the area of their academic degree, and is NCLB compliant. 


State Seal of Biliteracy

In the fall of 2016, RVCS began offering a Spanish immersion program. Students take four years of immersion courses in literature, social studies, and advanced Spanish instruction. Completing all the requirements leads to graduating with the State Seal of Biliteracy.


Convenient

We are located in Lakeside - approximately twenty-five minutes from downtown San Diego.

The RVCS learning environment incorporates strong family and community ties.

Rankings

RVCS is a California Distinguished School with an Academic Performance Index (API) of 925 in 2011 - the highest for high schools in San Diego County.  We have earned the highest API  in San Diego County for seven years in a row. 

Accredited

Designed from the outset to be academically rigorous, RVCS has been fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges since 2002. You can feel confident about the education your teenager receives with us.

Supporting Student Success

For more than 20 years, personalized education at River Valley Charter School has meant that we tailor the what, when, where, and how of learning to meet each student’s strengths, skills, needs, and interests. Learners pursue their passions and reach goals at different paces but meet and exceed milestones on the way to a diploma. With college and career guidance available for every student, the RVCS way is the opposite of a “one-size-fits-all” approach.

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Supporting Student Success

For more than 25 years, personalized education at River Valley Charter School has meant that we tailor the what, when, where, and how of learning to meet each student’s strengths, skills, needs, and interests. Learners pursue their passions and reach goals at different paces but meet and exceed milestones on the way to a diploma. With college and career guidance available for every student, the RVCS way is the opposite of a “one-size-fits-all” approach.

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Seeing Is Believing

We're proud of what's happening at River Valley Charter School, and we would be very pleased to show you around. There's nothing quite like the excitement of seeing learners engaged and inspired by their environment. We support (and welcome!) all students with their various talents, skills, or disabilities. Come and see why RVCS is a great fit for your student.

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Seeing Is Believing

We're proud of what's happening at River Valley Charter School, and we would be very pleased to show you around. There's nothing quite like the excitement of seeing learners engaged and inspired by their environment. We support (and welcome!) all students with their various talents, skills, or disabilities. Come and see why RVCS is a great fit for your student.