PINER-OLIVET CHARTER

Piner-Olivet Charter is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the Piner-Olivet Union Elementary school district, located in Santa Rosa, CA with about 206 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade 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 8 teachers, Piner-Olivet Charter has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. 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.

Piner-Olivet Charter School (POCS), located in Santa Rosa, California, is a public charter school operating under the Piner-Olivet Union School District. It serves students in kindergarten through eighth grade, emphasizing a community-focused learning environment that integrates traditional academics with project-based learning. The school is known for its smaller, intimate campus atmosphere, which fosters strong connections between students, teachers, and families, aiming to support the individual growth and development of each learner within a supportive, inclusive setting.

The school’s curriculum is designed to balance core academic excellence with enrichment opportunities, often encouraging parental involvement as a cornerstone of the educational experience. By leveraging its charter status, the school maintains a degree of flexibility in its teaching approaches, focusing on critical thinking, social-emotional learning, and academic rigor. Prospective families and community members interested in their specific programs, enrollment procedures, or educational philosophy can find detailed information on their official website at [http://www.pousd.org](http://www.pousd.org).

For more information, contact Piner-Olivet Charter at (707) 522-3310 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.