Academia Cesar Chavez (ACC) is a community-based dual-language charter school, tailored to the individual needs of Latino children. The school is readily accessible to Latino families and provides education within a culturally relevant context. The school has developed an educational model that includes the following:
A dual-language program that teaches English but also reinforces Spanish;
A cultural resource program;
Lower adult-to-student ratio within classrooms than traditional public and private schools;
An optional extended day through an after-school academic enrichment program;
A family education and wellness center;
Partnerships with community organizations and social service agencies; and
Affiliations with national and local organizations, colleges, and universities.