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Don Thousand -- Newport Beach California Real Estate Specialist
NEWPORT MESA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICTNewport Mesa Unified School District The schools within Orange County have a common goal, “To cultivate the ability, intellect, and character of each student.” Leaving no one student behind in their educational journey, that is the Newport-Mesa Unified School District approach to the education of its youth. The Newport-Mesa Unified School District prides itself on being an enriching student-centered facility. The support of students, teachers, staff, and community make this goal possible and allows Newport-Mesa schools to maintain its high standard of educational practice. The Newport-Mesa Area public education system strives to achieve a balance between academic, career and technical and extracurricular activities. The Newport-Mesa Unified School District subscribes to the belief that, “Public education is a responsibility shared by schools, families, and members of the community.” This sentiment has helped develop the inspiring learning community that is Newport-Mesa Schools, a community engaged in continuous growth opportunities. The Newport-Mesa Unified School District is located in the second largest county in California, in terms of population. The District covers 58.83 square miles and includes the cities of Newport Beach and Costa Mesa as well as other unincorporated areas. The District began operations on July 1, 1966 serving Kindergarten through twelfth grades (K-12). Currently, there are twenty-two elementary schools, two intermediate schools, four high schools, one alternative education center, and one adult education center in the District. The District currently serves 22,477 students PRESCHOOL
Harper Preschool The Harper Preschool faculty and staff are excited to offer a comprehensive preschool program for students who reside in the Newport-Mesa Unified School District attendance area. Harper Preschool is one of the first preschools in California to provide a full continuum of instructional settings to maximize inclusion of children with special needs. Our students’ success is a product of research-based early childhood intervention and support services. Our unique inclusion program combines special education, fee-based and state preschool students in a variety of settings, including mainstream preschool classes, blended classes and special day classes. State preschool children qualify based on age, family size, and income. Children qualify for the Special Education placement and services through the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process. Children who do not qualify under the state preschool or special education guidelines may participate in the fee-based program for a monthly fee. All of our students progress at their own individual level toward achieving goals based on the skills for kindergarten readiness outlined in the Desired Results Developmental Profile. Our main goal is to have all children prepared for successful transition to kindergarten. ALTERNATIVE SCHOOLS AT NMUSDBackbay Monte Vista High School An educational option since 1919, continuation education programs are designed to meet the needs of students 16 through 18 years of age who have not graduated from high school, are not exempt from compulsory school attendance, and are deemed at risk of not completing their schooling. Back Bay High School is the Continuation School for the Newport-Mesa Unified School District. Students enrolling in this school experience a shortened school day, smaller classes, and instruction based on their individual level of ability. Back Bay High School provides an educational option to at-risk students with diverse needs. Thanks to the efforts of those who work in the Back Bay program, numerous teens are receiving an education they otherwise may not have chosen to complete. Back Bay High School has filed their Certificate of Completion for their Digital High School Grant. The State granted the school $38,400 to integrate technology into classroom instruction. In our learning environment, technology supports every subject. Students and teachers use technology as a teaching and learning tool so that all students can achieve their potential. NEWPORT BEACH PRIVATE SCHOOLS
Carden Hall Elementary & Jr. High School (K-8) Carden Hall is a traditional day school for students in grades junior primary (kindergarten) through eight. Our students enjoy coming to school because our learning is purposeful, challenging, and fun. Two of the school's greatest strengths that have led to our enduring success are the sequential, comprehensive Carden curriculum and our emphasis on character development. Students are held accountable for their school work and their behavioral choices which help foster the development of self-discipline and self-esteem. At Carden Hall we believe that each child has the ability and the desire to learn. Mae Carden's sequential curriculum and practical teaching techniques, our carefully trained staff, and our small class size allow for individualized attention as learning progresses. Our Lady Queen of Angels School (PK-8) We as Christian educators at Our Lady Queen of Angels School are committed to Catholic education. We recognize that each student is a unique creation of God with individual abilities to be developed and shared. Our Lady Queen of Angels School is a community that ministers to students of diverse abilities, including some with special academic and physical needs. In cooperation with the parents, who are the primary educators, we work to discover and develop the potential God has given to each child so that he/she will be prepared to live in and contribute to the world of tomorrow. We strive to live this out by providing programs that stress Catholic values and promote self-worth, respect, responsibility, independence, and leadership. We believe Catholic education has, as its goal, development in several areas: religious, academic, physical and cultural, personal and social, and service to the community. With over thirty five years of school existence, Our Lady Queen of Angels school can boast of its achievement in providing excellence and the best Catholic education in the country. OLQA's strong leadership, up-to-date curriculum, high quality teaching, policies and practices that ensure a safe environment conducive to learning, strong parental involvement and great concern for all students to achieve their individual potential have earned them such prestigious National Blue Ribbon School Award for the school year 2000-2001 and accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). Sage Hill School (9-12) We inspire in our students a love of knowledge and the ability to use that knowledge creatively, compassionately and courageously throughout their lives. Sage Hill School offers a bright, motivated and diverse student body a unique journey of discovery. Our academically rigorous, college preparatory curriculum is enriched through our commitment to service-learning and enhanced by ample opportunities for participation in athletics, the arts and community activities. We strive for personal excellence in an atmosphere of collaboration, trust, mutual respect and integrity, so that our graduates become lifelong learners and inventive leaders, passionate to bring about positive change. COLLEGES IN OR NEAR NEWPORT BEACHPlatt College Platt College students enjoy a rich curriculum in exciting career opportunities in many of today’s in-demand fields. If you’ve always been considered a “creative type”, then the graphic arts, multimedia and visual communication fields could be what you are looking for. Or, if you want to work in legal services, you could find yourself in Paralegal Studies. For those that want to provide health care services to others, you could train to become a Medical Assistant. Whatever path you take at Platt College, you’ll receive the training designed to help you find a career that you’ll love for a lifetime. Interior Design Institute At Interior Designers Institute, we have everything you need to earn your Interior Design degree — and the proper foundation and skills for an exciting career. Academic excellence, Personalized attention, A wide spectrum of interior design courses Newport University Newport University was developed as an alternative to the traditional institutions of higher education for those persons who have been unable to experience college-level learning for various reasons. From its founding in 1976, the University has been committed to a credo that each individual is a unique and diverse person, and that society will benefit to the extent that each individual is able to add to the societal pool of talent and competence if given the opportunity to develop personal skills and knowledge. University of Phoenix – Southern California Campus University of Phoenix provides nearby campus locations, online degree programs and flexible scheduling for working students. Our campus and online degree programs cover fields such as business and management, communications, criminal justice and security, education, general studies, nursing and health care, human services, psychology, and technology. Whether you attend class on campus or online, University of Phoenix enables you to earn your college degree without putting your life on hold. Coastline Community College Coastline Community College has an international reputation as one of the nation's most innovative institutions. Founded in 1976, Coastline continues to deliver education through technology and a comprehensive curriculum. Unlike other colleges, Coastline does not have a traditional campus. Instead, instruction is offered at approximately 50 sites throughout the Coast Community College District. These teaching sites include banks, senior centers, high schools, office buildings, shopping malls, and many other facilities. Orange Coast College
Orange Coast College, located in Costa Mesa just minutes from Southern California’s beautiful beaches, was founded in 1948 with an opening day enrollment of 500 students. In the years since, it has grown into one of the nation’s largest -- and finest -- community colleges, enrolling more than 28,000 students each semester. Featuring exceptional facilities and the latest in computer and high-tech equipment, OCC offers more than 130 academic and career programs, including one of the nation’s largest and most acclaimed public nautical programs. Nearly half the students on campus are enrolled in one of OCC's career and technical programs. Furthermore, Orange Coast College ranks first out of Orange County's nine community colleges in the number of students it transfers to the University of California and California State University systems. Over the past decade, nearly 16,000 OCC students have transferred to UC and CSU campuses. Additionally, many Orange Coast students go on to transfer to private colleges and universities within California and across the nation. California State University, Fullerton Learning is preeminent at California State University, Fullerton. We aspire to combine the best qualities of teaching and research universities where actively engaged students, faculty and staff work in close collaboration to expand knowledge. Our affordable undergraduate and graduate programs provide students the best of current practice, theory, and research and integrate professional studies with preparation in the arts and sciences. Through experiences in and out of the classroom, students develop the habit of intellectual inquiry, prepare for challenging professions, strengthen relationships to their communities and contribute productively to society. We are a comprehensive, regional university with a global outlook, located in Orange County, a technologically rich and culturally vibrant area of metropolitan Los Angeles. Our expertise and diversity serve as a distinctive resource and catalyst for partnerships with public and private organizations. We strive to be a center of activity essential to the intellectual, cultural and economic development of our region. Fullerton College Fullerton College offers a comprehensive array of academic programs with 90 majors leading to the A.A. or A.S. degree in both academic and vocational subjects, as well as 68 programs leading to vocational certificates. Fullerton College also enjoys one of the highest transfer rates in the state sending graduates to the University of California, California State University campuses and other institutions of higher education. In addition to excellent programs and services, Fullerton College offers a truly collegiate environment. The college’s 20,000 students enjoy numerous extracurricular activities in student government, the campus newspaper, championship intercollegiate athletics, performance groups in theatre and music, cultural groups and media production in radio and television broadcasting, to name a few. University of California, Irvine With more than 27,000 students, nearly 2,000 faculty members and 8,900 staff, UCI is among the fastest-growing campuses in the University of California system. Increasingly a first-choice campus for students, UCI ranks among the top U.S. universities in the number of undergraduate applications and continues to admit freshmen with highly competitive academic profiles. Orange County’s third-largest employer, UCI generates an annual economic impact on the county of $3.6 billion. Santiago Canyon College
You may select from a variety of classes, including transfer requirements, career technical courses, English as a Second Language, and basic skills/developmental courses in a number of degree and certificate programs. The Orange Education Center, located on Batavia Street in Orange, provides free personal, educational and career training classes to over 10,000 students each year. For your added convenience, we are also broadening our course offerings to include a wide range of online classes. Please take a look at the online section of your class schedule to view your choices. Santiago Canyon College’s dedicated faculty and staff have helped thousands of students complete their educational objectives. Our faculty and staff are well prepared in their disciplines, and will provide the necessary guidance for you to be successful. In addition to excellent classes, Santiago Canyon College also offers opportunities for success outside the classroom with our award-winning sports and academic teams. Remember, we are here to serve you because students are our top priority! On behalf of the faculty, staff, and administration, I wish you the very best with your studies. I look forward to getting to know you around campus!
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Our campus is conveniently located on the corner of Newport Blvd. and Chapman Ave. in the city of Orange, and is conducive to meeting the demands of your busy school, home, and work schedules. We offer a varied curriculum with a comprehensive selection of liberal arts, science and technology courses as well as programs that transfer to four-year colleges and universities. Additionally, we’re proud to offer many excellent career education programs, some of which are unique among Southern California community colleges.
