Charter school planned for Hopland

Families and educators invited to restore education to community

In the spirit of service and opportunity, Hopland residents are working diligently to submit a proposal to Ukiah Unified School District establishing a free public charter school designed to serve the families of Hopland. Sanel Valley Academy’s mission is to restore education in Hopland creating a thriving future for the town’s students, families and the greater community.

The school will serve grades Tk-8th with a small preschool onsite.

Sanel Valley Academy is dedicated to providing a learning experience that reflects student needs and celebrates diversity. Innovative learning opportuni

ties for students at SVA will include access to outdoor education, blendedlearning, native and community school gardens, science, agriculture, technology, engineering, art and math integration, with strong support for multilingual students.

Any family interested in having their K-8th grade student attend Sanel Valley Academy should go to the school website www. sanelvalleyacademy.com and sign the “For Future Families” petition.

Signing the form does not obligate parents to enroll but indicates that they would be “meaningfully interested” in enrolling their child(ren) at SVA for the 2021-22 school year.

Along with students, Sanel Valley Academy is seeking educators interested in contributing their expertise to a dynamic, collaborative, and a communitybased educational model. For any educators looking to play an integral part in serving the students and families of Sanel Valley Academy, go to the school website at www.sanelvalleyacademy.com and sign the “For Future Educators” petition.

For many years the Hopland

Elementary School site has sat vacant while the students of Hopland endure long bus rides to Ukiah for education. Sanel Valley Academy hopes to provide an educational option to families that currently attend Ukiah Unified schools or even attend schools outside of Mendocino County. This educational opportunity will help minimize travel time, therefore maximizing learning outcomes and family time.

If you are interested in writing a letter of support, attending our Q&A Zoom session, or are curious to find out more about Sanel Valley Academy go to sanelvalleyacademy.com.