When Tyreke J. saw a new barbershop open in his neighborhood, he noticed they didn’t have a logo. He knew he could design something eye catching. “So, I went in and told the owner that I was a graphic designer, and he should hire me for the job – and he did,” said Tyreke. “It […]
Assemblymember Kevin McCarty (D-Sacramento) has introduced a bill to guarantee personal finance education for all California high school students. He is being applauded by educators like Learn4Life public charter high schools, which has been teaching financial literacy to its students for the past eight years. Just 25 states mandate financial classes and only a few […]
Again and again, we hear from students that coming to our school was life changing. For many, it was the first time they had a teacher who really listened and took the time to invest in them as individuals. With lessons tailored to their strengths, weaknesses and learning styles, students flourished and gained confidence. Many […]
Teachers can make a real difference in a student’s life and at Learn4Life they work with each student one-on-one or through small group instruction to help them accomplish their individual goals. Our personalized learning model and flexible schedule make Learn4Life high schools unique and are why we have a low teacher turnover. Here’s what our […]
LOS ANGELES (February 6, 2024) – For almost two years, Jayvon had been without a place to call home and often slept in a park. The park was across the street from a Learn4Life high school, which is known for helping young people earn a diploma and get job training. “I had heard about it, […]
SAN DIEGO (February 1, 2024) – Leaving high school with a diploma is great, but departing with a state-approved certificate to jump start a career in healthcare is even better! Learn4Life, has partnered with Dalrada Career Institute to offer its students an intense, month-long program to become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). The program runs […]
Some kids may be fascinated by the gang lifestyle and love the rush and adrenaline of breaking the law, according to Robert Ontiveros, former gang member and CEO of Community Wraparound, a nonprofit in San Diego that focuses on mentoring to keep teens out of gangs. While the average age that a teen joins a […]
SAN DIEGO (January 9, 2024) – What is the one thing above all others that determines how successful a student will be in high school? Study after study shows that it is parental involvement. Students with supportive parents are 81 percent more likely to graduate, 44 percent more likely to attend post-secondary education, and they […]
Imagine a high school where the entire student body isn’t aware that 20 percent of the students are enrolled in special education or SPED classes. It’s the dream of all parents of those with special needs to not be isolated from other students…and the desire of every parent that varying levels of educational needs not […]
Learn4Life explores how high schools can be a better support to the unique challenges and needs of teens experiencing homelessness. This week, 16-year-old Joey will sleep in a soft bed, take a warm shower and have a place to keep his belongings. He’ll then make his way to Learn4Life high school in San […]