VOICES COLLEGE-BOUND LANGUAGE ACADEMY

Voices College-Bound Language Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Franklin-McKinley Elementary school district, located in San Jose, CA with about 478 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 17 teachers, Voices College-Bound Language Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 28:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Voices College-Bound Language Academy, located on Hellyer Avenue in San Jose, is a public charter school dedicated to preparing underserved students for success in college and beyond. The school distinguishes itself through a rigorous dual-immersion academic model, providing instruction in both English and Spanish. By fostering biliteracy and biculturalism, the academy aims to equip students with the linguistic skills and cultural competencies necessary to thrive in a globalized society, while simultaneously narrowing the achievement gap often found in urban educational environments.

At its core, the school emphasizes a high-expectations culture supported by a personalized learning approach. The curriculum is designed to be college-preparatory, ensuring that students develop critical thinking and leadership skills from an early age. By integrating community engagement with a focused academic structure, Voices College-Bound Language Academy strives to empower its scholars to become agents of change within their own communities, ultimately preparing them to excel in competitive higher education institutions and future professional careers.

For more information, contact Voices College-Bound Language Academy at (408) 361-1960 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.