Center for Academic Re-entry and Empowerment

C.A.R.E provides individualized support services for truant youth who have not enjoyed success in a traditional public school setting. Students attending this program can re-acclimate themselves to the academic experience and develop resiliency life skills while earning credits toward eventual graduation. Through our partnership with the San Francisco Unified School District, we are able to offer eligible students the opportunity to get back on track to earn a high school diploma or GED. Additional services include student advocacy, career exploration, case management, and information and referrals for additional support.

For more information please contact us at 415.905.0182

C.A.R.E. Calendar and Hours

• C.A.R.E. follows SFUSD’s calendar

• Fall Schedule 2021

What is C.A.R.E.?

• C.A.R.E is a small high school, located at the Buchanan YMCA, created in partnership with the San Francisco County Office of Education (SF Public Schools) and the Department of Children, Youth, and their Families. We serve students who have missed significant amounts of school or who have dropped out entirely. 

What are the requirements to enroll and with whom does C.A.R.E. work?

• C.A.R.E. can serve all high school students but focuses on 9th and 10th graders.

• Students/families can work with their school site to request a transfer, or, for students with 504 plans or IEPs, a school site can complete a referral via the Tier 3 form submitted to Pupil Services.  POs and other case managers can also refer students, in collaboration with families.

• The placement process involves an interview and assessment to ensure that the services provided are the best match for the student and family.

What classes are offered?

• C.A.R.E. offers a one-room schoolhouse model with one General Education Teacher.  Areas of study include English Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, Health, P.E., and Advisory.  Other electives may be offered when needed.

• C.A.R.E. also has a Special Education Teacher who supports students 1:1, in small groups, and co-teaches.

• YMCA staff and an SFUSD School Counselor/Social Worker offer life skills classes, in partnership with other Community-Based Organizations.

How much credit can students earn?

• Students earn up to 12 credits per hex semester every 6 weeks, or 36 credits a semester.

• Students can earn partial credit.

• C.A.R.E. is not credit recovery, but instead a re-entry program for students who have had interrupted schooling.  Students earn credit for all participation at C.A.R.E. 

How long do students typically stay?

• There is no maximum stay.  However, students typically attend for one semester.  Each student's transition plan is developed individually with student and family input.

Interested in enrollment? Please fill out the Inquiry Form below!