Capital City Independent Study

Capital City Independent Study (CCIS), located in Sacramento, is a non-traditional K-12 public school within the Sacramento City Unified School District. The school is specifically designed for students who thrive outside of a traditional, five-day-a-week classroom environment. By utilizing an independent study model, the school offers a flexible educational experience where students complete coursework under the guidance of credentialed teachers, allowing for personalized pacing and the ability to balance school with work, extracurricular activities, or other personal circumstances.

The academic structure at CCIS emphasizes student accountability and self-discipline. Rather than sitting in daily lectures, students meet regularly with their assigned instructors to review progress, turn in assignments, and receive individualized support. This model is often sought out by students looking for credit recovery, those who require a more secluded learning environment, or learners who simply perform better with a self-directed, modular approach to their education. The school remains fully accredited and provides a path toward a high school diploma, ensuring that students meet the same core academic standards as their peers in conventional schools.