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High School Fremont High School 4610 Foothill Boulevard, 94601 434-5257 www.ousd.k12.ca.us/fremont Site Code 302 | Options Code 2 9-12 Fremont High School has been transformed into a vibrant and nurturing school which maximizes the potentials of all our students in achieving academic, social, and personal excellence. We make all school decisions and actions to promote campus safety and the enduring well-being of all in a diverse and productive environment. We have extraordinary teachers and staff who care deeply about promoting each student’s academic excellence, social responsibility, accountability, and proactiveness. We value each student and provide individualized attention to further develop their strengths and meet their needs. In doing this, we offer many opportunities and support, in and out of the classroom, including 1) A ninth grade program to ensure successful transition to high school and wrap-around services for ninth graders, like engaging and relevant curriculum, tutoring, counseling, medical services, intervention programs, and extracurricular activities, 2) The opportunity to join Architecture, Law and Public Service, or Media academies, 3) Internships in real world work places, 4) College preparatory advisory curriculum and an array of other college support programs including Upward Bound, College Summit and Mills Educational Talent Search, 5) An on-site health clinic including medical, social and emotional counseling services, 6) English Language Learner support including a newcomer program, ELD classes and literacy support, 7) Oakland Athletic League (OAL) sports teams, including football, basketball, soccer, volleyball, softball, baseball, badminton, cheerleading, wrestling, 8) A variety of afterschool activities including academic tutoring in all subject areas, 9) An award-winning student newspaper, 10) Student leadership that participates in the district-wide student council, campus planning activities, and impacts campus policy, 11) A network of alumni who support the school, 12) Overnight fieldtrips and other study tour opportunities, 13) Eight computer labs, 14) The opportunity to help plan a $70 million dollar school renovation project, and 15) Opportunities for parent involvement including volunteering, participating in social and cultural events, and having an authentic voice on campus. 96 Oakland Unified School District Enrollment Options Guide 2015-16 College Preparatory & Architecture Academy at Fremont High School Site Code 302 | Options Code 4 At College Preparatory and Architecture Academy (CPAA), we emphasize traditional academics in our efforts to prepare our students for college.  In addition to traditional core subjects, CPAA offers Architecture Design and Construction and Technology classes which provide students the opportunity to design and build creative projects.  We believe in building up our future by building strong relationships and encouraging community building.  Students graduating from the Academy can pursue occupational training programs at the community college level, post-secondary educational courses in related fields or directly enter the work force in an entry level technical training position with career potential. This is an All-School California Partnership Academy. Community Partners and Advisors: The Crucible, East Bay Municipal Utilities District, Tradeswomen Inc, Sheet Metal Workers Local 104, Carpenters Local Union 2236, Unity Council. Mandela Law & Public Service Academy at Fremont High School (10-12) Site Code 302 / Options Code 5 Mandela Law and Public Service Academy prepares students for college and careers in legal and government service.  Through project-based, interactive, student-centered curriculum, mandatory internships in the field, field trips and guest speakers, students learn professional research and critical thinking skills.  Hastings Law students serve as Marshall Brennan Constitutional Literacy Coaches. Internships include seven day takeover of Sacramento by Youth and Government, Centerforce Youth Court, Berkeley Model United Nations, Planting Justice, Ashoka Youth Ventures, Center for Youth Development through Law at UC Berkeley Law School (Boalt Hall), Ella Baker Heal the Streets anti-violence program and public service agencies such as the Office of the Mayor and the Oakland School Board. This is an AllSchool California Partnership Academy. Community Partners and Advisors: Office of the Mayor, Oakland Unified School Board, Angela Glover Blackwell and Policy Link, Hastings Law School Constitutional Literacy Program, Youth Law Works at UC Berkeley Law School (Boalt Hall), Alameda County Commissioner Smiley, Women League of Voters, Alameda County Office of Education, Rose Foundation for Communities and the Environment. www.ousd.k12.ca.us