Frequently Asked Questions
Details for Students
Do I have to wear a uniform?
Yes. Students at R.A A.M.P Charter Academy are expected to wear uniforms on a daily basis. The uniform consists of a long or short sleeve sturdy T-shirt in black, or white with the R.A.A.M.P. logo, along with Khaki pants or shorts for K-1 students. For students in grades 2-4, uniforms will consist of a long or short sleeve Polo shirt in black or white with the R.A.A.M.P. logo and Khaki pants or shorts. Parents may purchase uniform shirts before the school year begins. Additional uniforms will be available to purchase at the school during registration and throughout the school year.
Will there be any sports available?
Yes. Students at R.A A.M.P Charter Academy will eventually have various athletic programs to participate in such as track and basketball.
How long is the school year?
At R.A A.M.P Charter Academy the academic year is 186 days long. Students will report to school the first week of August 2009 for orientation. The first day of instruction is August 24, 2010, and the last day is June 11, 2010. During the summer months parents and students can also visit the school site on specific days to be announced later to receive transitional academic and social guidance for following academic year.
How long is the school day?
R.A A.M.P Charter Academy will have an extended day for instruction that will begin promptly at 8 a.m. and will conclude at 4:00 p.m. This extended day will allow more time for rigorous instruction, elective education, and student interaction.
Will there be before and after school services provided?
The school building opens two hours prior to the start of instruction, at 6:00 a.m. The services before school consist of breakfast, homework assistance, and recreational activities. After school services will not be provided during the 2009-2010 academic year. Credentialed educators in conjunction with paraprofessionals provide the before school services. These services include a nominal fee.
Enrolling
How do I enroll my student(s) in R.A.A.M.P. Charter Academy?
Parents/guardians interested in sending their student(s) to R.A.A.M.P. Charter Academy should call Karla Branch at (510) 914-7092. If the number of applications received exceeds the school’s maximum enrollment of 20 students per grade level, a public lottery will be held to determine admission to the school. Those students who apply to attend R.A.A.M.P. Charter Academy and aren't chosen in the lottery will be placed on a waiting list. This waiting list will expire at the end of each year, and a new application must be completed for placement on the waiting list. Once a student is admitted to R.A.A.M.P. Charter Academy, students can attend the school in subsequent years without having to reapply. If you are considering R.A.A.M.P. Charter Academy as an option for your child, please call, send an email, or click here to download an application. Or, you may call the school directly at 925-754-9800 and request enrolment information.
How many students will be attend R.A.A.M.P. Charter Academy?
R.A.A.M.P. Charter Academy will offer a small-school environment. The class size for our initial K-4 enrollment will be 20 students per grade. A maximum of 100 students will be enrolled the first year. The following year we will have a total maximum enrollment of 125 students in grades K-6. R.A A.M.P Charter Academy will add a new kindergarten class each year thereafter until we reach 9th grade with a total maximum enrollment of 200 students.
Educational Issues
What is a charter school?
A charter school is a public school that is free from most traditional bureaucratic regulations, allowing these school to innovate in areas such as educational programs (curriculum, learning standards, instructional methods), longer school days and years, financial management, special education services, fundraising, marketing strategies, and school governance. This freedom comes with a higher level of academic accountability -- the school must ensure that students learn. Like existing public schools, charter schools are required to administer state assessments and report the results publicly, hold board meetings publicly, and respond to other public information requests. Charter schools do not charge tuition or administer admissions or entrance exams.
For more information about charter schools, contact the California Department of Education Charter School Division: http://www.cde.ca.gov/re/di/or/division.asp?id=csd.
Community Issues
Where is the school located?
The school will be located at 1413 F street Antioch, CA. 94509.
Is the school only for African American males?
No! R.A.A.M.P. Charter Academy will accept applications from and enroll children regardless of gender or ethnicity. The instructional design of the school was created based on extensive research surrounding the best practices for serving a diverse male population, however; these practices can benefit ”all” children.