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Overview
Oasis High School offers students, grades 9-12, a site-based version of
independent study operating from a resource center in downtown Oakland.
Oasis is a safe and nurturing environment in which students can explore
their potential through a variety of experiences both on-site and out in the
larger community.
Oasis emphasizes reflective and analytical thinking around a core set of
school-wide learning objectives. Students at Oasis pursue personalized
learning paths that incorporate hands-on investigation of real-world issues
and problems about which they are passionate, all the while developing
their skills in areas such as communication and critical thinking.
Oasis High School offers students, grades 9-12, a site-based version of
independent study operating from a resource center in downtown Oakland.
Oasis is a safe and nurturing environment in which students can explore
their potential through a variety of experiences both on-site and out in the
larger community.
Oasis emphasizes reflective and analytical thinking around a core set of
school-wide learning objectives. Students at Oasis pursue personalized
learning paths that incorporate hands-on investigation of real-world issues
and problems about which they are passionate, all the while developing
their skills in areas such as communication and critical thinking.
Oasis provides:
- A comprehensive high school program, aligned with California
content standards leading to a high school diploma. - Teachers who know and support each student and hold high
expectations for student participation - A small school environment
- A 20:1 student-teacher ratio – unusually low for a high school – to
ensure that students receive direct attention and that
communication between students and teachers is maximized - Service learning and field study so students can connect their
academic work to the real world. - Youth expressions- teachers work with partner agencies to provide
youth with opportunities for artistic development and creative self-
expression. Projects include youth poetry, hip hop arts, music
production and drama - Opportunities for outdoor, experiential learning
| Oasis High School Graduation Requirements: Students must complete 220 units, a Senior Project, and pass the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) to graduate and obtain a high school diploma. Click here for detailed graduation requirements. |
| Academic Competence Students will have the opportunity to attain a high school diploma and acquire the academic knowledge and skills required for entry into UC/CSU. They will be able to demonstrate academic competence as defined by course and subject area standards and be prepared to pass the CAHSEE. Communication Students will be able to express themselves in a variety of genres and develop writing, speaking, listening, presentation and interpersonal skills to participate as productive citizens in today’s society. Personal Vision for Next Steps in Life Students will develop a personal vision for their healthy and responsible future and develop a deep understanding of themselves as learners, community members, and leaders. Community and Civic Participation Students will by able to take positive action for self and on behalf of others and to develop qualitative, historical and sociological skills to understand how individuals work together in communities and societies. Creative Expression Students will develop an appreciation of and explore the various forms of art and music and have the opportunity to creatively express themselves, their ideas and beliefs. Community and Service Students will address real-world projects and problems, and have the opportunity to apply their academic learning to internships, projects, and service learning |
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