Thank you for your interest in Journey School’s Independent Study program. Applications are still being accepted for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. Although the 2024-2025 classes are currently full, we will continue to accept applications to ensure healthy waitlists. Please see below for the application link.
The 2025-2026 School Year lottery application window will open on November 1, 2024.
Journey School’s Independent Study is a free, voluntary educational program that gives parents the opportunity to educate their child from home (full-time or part-time) with professional guidance from a CA credentialed supervising teacher. Curriculum, high-quality materials, and one-on-one support are provided to assist parents with instruction to help ensure student success. Independent Study is currently being offered to students in kindergarten through 5th grade.
Our Independent Study Program offers home-based classes for students entering TK through grade 6 and hybrid classes for grades TK-5.
The home-based students meet monthly with their supervising teacher and may receive individualized academic support to enhance their educational experience.
The hybrid outdoor kindergarten program allows children to participate in cooperative activities 3 days a week. Students engage in morning song, poetry, movement, nature walks, creative play, nature-based crafts, snack time, and story.
The hybrid grades 1-5 class will meet twice a week where they will receive specialty classes such as handwork, games, music, art, or eco-literacy.
Independent Study students have monthly socializing opportunities. We all come together to participate in school-wide festivals, field trips, crafting days, park days, and holiday parties. We have a strong, welcoming community at Journey School. We value connection and see how children thrive when supported by a loving community.
Journey School also supports Independent Study families with monthly curriculum nights, a summer workshop, a resource library, access to other parents in the program, and an experienced supervising teacher.
Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).
Click here for the Application.
Email isinfo@journeyschool.net for more information about Independent Study.
Before an application can be considered eligible for the lottery, a parent must attend an information session. Information sessions will be offered throughout the school year until the Independent Study application window closes.
- Click here for the Journey School application website
- Click here to sign up for an Information Session
- Independent Study Program Handbook Supplement
- Independent Study Master Agreement
Teachers:
- Kindergarten: Lindsey Ponzo
- Grades 1 & 2: Lisa O’Neil
- Grades 3 – 5: Amanda Simmons
- Homebased: Kelli Garcia
CLICK HERE to access the application portal.
