About
What we do, and our Mission: One Spark Academy offers quality educational courses to any 6th/7th/8th grade home school or independent study student in order to support core instruction and/or enrichment, and provide a small community centered on the philosophy of “whole child, whole family” education.
Motto: It only takes one spark to ignite a child’s passion for learning.
Location: For 2011-2012, our courses will be offered at the fabulous Thousand Oaks Teen Center.
Important to know:
- We are not a school. Parents assume responsibility for the overall education goals and criteria as outlined in their home school contract, if with a home school program, and any instruction not being provided by One Spark Academy (OSA).
- Our education courses are taught by qualified teachers. The courses we offer may vary from session to session. While we cannot provide courses for all core subjects in all grades (per session), we offer core math, writing, reading, at least one course in social studies and science per session, and a variety of engaging enrichment classes (physical education, art, technology, etc).
- Some courses need to be supplemented at home. Courses may include projects and independent research. Additional independent work may be requested or recommended.
- While OSA may assess students in order to tailor the instructional levels, and provide feedback on student progress (met requirements, didn’t meet requirements), we will not provide formal reports of grades or assessments. We will, however, provide general feedback on student progress, and/or assess any work students produce in our courses.
- All courses and study sessions between the hours of 9:00 AM and 2:30 PM have a fee.
- All OSA courses are limited to 6th-8th graders, or students who are 11-14 years old during the academic year. The CRPD enrichment courses (PE, computer, etc.) are open to 6th-12th graders, or 11-17 year olds during the academic year.
- Students in 7th grade and beyond may use the facility free of charge from 2:00 PM on. Outside of OSA classes that 6th can attend, the Teen Center strictly enforces its age minimum and maximum, 7th-12th grade, or students who are 12-17 years old during the academic year.
- Students should have a Thousand Oaks Library Card. Some study sessions may be held there.
- All courses have a maximum number of students. Core or study sessions with fewer than 3 students may be cancelled. Wait lists will be created for courses that are filled.
- We reserve the right to deny admission to any student who presents a safety risk to him/herself or others, or who does not abide by the conduct code of One Spark Academy or the Thousand Oaks Teen Center.
