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Aspire Public Schools

A network of high-quality public charter schools preparing scholars for college, career, and life.

Aspire Public Schools is a national nonprofit organization that currently operates 36 high-performing, open-enrollment public charter schools serving more than 15,600 students in under-served communities across California. Aspire is a high-quality public charter school system delivering a rigorous ‘College for Certain’ education to students in grades K-12.

09/03/2026

Make. Every. Day. Count. 🎒
September is , a reminder that showing up each day helps scholars stay connected, keep learning, and build momentum throughout the school year.

09/01/2026

Your voice helps shape the Aspire experience. 💜Students and families will have the opportunity to share feedback about their school experience through this year’s Aspire surveys.
📌 Responses are confidential and reviewed by Aspire school leaders.
📌 Families with scholars at more than one Aspire school should complete a survey for each school.
Please take a few minutes to complete the Aspire Family Survey by Sept. 20th!

08/31/2026

Aspire high schools are making their mark. 🎓💜
The 2026–2027 U.S. News Best High Schools rankings are in, and all 8 Aspire high schools earned national recognition.
A special shoutout to Ollin University Preparatory Academy, which ranked in the top 14% of high schools nationwide. Pacific Academy, Richmond California College Preparatory Academy, Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy, and Lionel Wilson College Preparatory Academy also ranked in the top 40% nationally.
Alexander Twilight Secondary Academy, Vanguard College Preparatory Academy, and Langston Hughes Academy were also included among this year's nationally ranked schools!

08/28/2026

Aspire educators are starting the year with care, energy, and so much heart! We’re grateful every day for their efforts making our schools feel like places where scholars can learn, grow, and belong.

08/26/2026

To our Aspire families: thank you. 💜 As we settle into the first few weeks of school, we’re grateful for your partnership and the support you bring to our scholars each day. Here’s to a wonderful year together!

08/19/2026

Aspire Public Schools is still enrolling for the 2026/2027 school year! Our schools are ready to welcome scholars into a community where they can learn, grow, and feel supported every step of the way. Find an Aspire school near you!

08/18/2026

Taking a look back at the first days of school across Aspire. ✨Scholars are stepping into a new year with bright smiles, fresh goals, and so much excitement for what’s ahead!

08/17/2026

Staying connected this school year starts with the PowerSchool Parent Portal & App ().
Aspire families can use the portal & app to stay up to date on important school information, including grades, attendance, assignments, teacher communication, and more. Reach out to your school's front office if you need support getting your account set up.

08/14/2026

Congratulations to this year's Don Shalvey Award Winners! 🏆 This award honors Aspire alumni who continue to make a difference in their communities while pursuing their educational goals.

Meet our winners!
💜 Samantha Alvarez Vega
💜 Adyline Garcia
💜 Emily Zizzo

Visit the link in bio to learn more about these exceptional alumni and their inspiring stories!

08/10/2026

Welcome back, Aspire LA scholars!!🎒
Today marks the start of a brand-new school year, and we can’t wait to see all the learning, laughter, friendships, and growth this year will bring.
Aspire Public Schools Los Angeles

Address

1001 22nd Avenue
Oakland, CA
94606

Website

http://www.aspirepublicschools.org/

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