CARPE DIEM HIGH (CONTINUATION)

Carpe Diem High (Continuation) is a Title I public high school that is part of the Petaluma Joint Union High school district, located in Petaluma, CA with about 23 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 2 teachers, Carpe Diem High (Continuation) has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Carpe Diem High School is a public continuation school located in Petaluma, California, operating under the Petaluma Joint Union High School District. Designed as an alternative to the traditional high school experience, the school focuses on providing a flexible, supportive learning environment for students who may have struggled in a conventional classroom setting or who require a different path to graduation. Its mission is centered on credit recovery and personalized academic support, helping students stay on track to earn their diplomas in a smaller, more individualized atmosphere.

The school emphasizes a close-knit community where faculty can provide targeted guidance to address the specific social, emotional, and academic needs of their students. By offering smaller class sizes and a curriculum tailored to students who need to regain credits, Carpe Diem High serves as a vital bridge for those working toward post-secondary success. Its location on Fair Street places it within the heart of the Petaluma educational community, reflecting the district’s commitment to providing diverse learning options for all local youth.

For more information, contact Carpe Diem High (Continuation) at (707) 778-4796 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.