Desiderata School offers individualized, onsite classes and electives for 6th grade through 12th grade. Our 10:1 maximum student to instructor ratio, combined with our proficiency based model, makes our programs ideal for advanced or gifted students, students with challenges, and everyone in between.
If you need support in an area not listed, please let us know as we're flexible in our offerings.
Onsite Program
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Homework is not required
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Students who can complete coursework in under traditionally allotted time-frames may receive credit and move on
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Students who struggle in a subject and require more time to meet mastery levels may take the time to do so
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Students who participate in community activities, such as local sports team, and other learning-worthy activities, may also calculate those hours towards their schooling requirements
Desiderata School has been serving students and the community since 1989. We are accredited by a nationally recognized agency (NCES) as a non-traditional, private school specializing in small-group and independent instruction. Desiderata School utilizes a wide variety of trusted general education curriculum sources and publishers. Our 10:1 maximum student to staff ratio, combined with our proficiency based model, makes our programs ideal for advanced or gifted students, students who may not have seen success in a traditional classroom setting, and everyone in between.
Steps To Enrollment
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We start with an initial conversation to determine the needs of prospective student vs. offerings of Desiderata School. Tours by appointment only.
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Parent then submits a Prospective Student Shadow form and payment of non-refundable $50 deposit, shadow day is scheduled.
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Pre-Enrollment Paperwork Completed.
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Enrollment decision made. If space is available, start date will be set or student will be added to our wait list.
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Contracts generated and financial obligations met.
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** Prospective Student Shadow Form and Pre-Enrollment Paperwork is accessible here. Contact us with questions here.