MIWOK VALLEY LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER

Miwok Valley Language Academy Charter is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Old Adobe Union school district, located in Petaluma, CA with about 379 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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, Miwok Valley Language Academy Charter has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.

Miwok Valley Language Academy, located in Petaluma, California, is a specialized charter school within the Old Adobe Union School District. The school is best known for its unique dual-immersion academic program, which provides students with a rigorous curriculum delivered in both English and Spanish. By fostering biliteracy and biculturalism, the academy aims to prepare students to thrive in a global society while maintaining high standards in core academic subjects.

Beyond its language-focused curriculum, the school emphasizes a community-centered approach to education, leveraging its charter status to offer tailored instructional methods. It benefits from a strong partnership with the surrounding Old Adobe Union district, ensuring that students have access to well-rounded educational opportunities. The academy is designed for families who value academic excellence alongside the cognitive and social advantages that come with proficiency in a second language.

For more information, contact Miwok Valley Language Academy Charter at (707) 765-4304 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.