About

Chautauqua Charter School admits students of any race, color, national origin, ethnic origin; to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. We don't discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin and ethnic origin in the administration of the educational policy additions, scholarship, prolong programs and any other school administered program.

Motto and Logo

Chautauqua is an Iroquois word meaning "working together" and its symbol is two moccasins tied together. This logo reflects our two-fold mission, philosophy and principle of cooperative learning.

Curriculum

Life Centered Career Education (LCCE), a transition model, is process-oriented approach that relates the curriculum directly to the outside world.

Methodology

Service-learning ...A proven facilitative teaching strategy that deepens student knowledge and builds a better, more inclusive community while enhancing all domains of the total students. Service-learning requires an unshakable belief that all students can learn. Through service learning, students practice the knowledge, skills, behaviors, and habits of citizenship needed for life as an independent adult.

Core Values for Chautauqua Learn and Serve

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Core Values

Service - Help people
Social Justice - Advocate for yourself and others in an appropriate way
Dignity and Worth of People - Respect yourself, others and their belongings
Importance of appropriate human relationships
Integrity - Have appropriate interactions with others
Competence - Work hard and always do your best

Value: Service - Help People

The goal is to help people in need and to address social problems. Elevate service to others above self-interest and volunteer your skills.

Value: Social Justice – Advocate for Yourself and Others In an Appropriate Way

The goal is to challenge social injustice and pursue social change. Especially on behalf of vulnerable and oppressed individuals and groups of people. Participate in activities to promote sensitivity to and knowledge about oppression and cultural and ethical diversity. Strive to ensure access to information, services, and resources; equality of opportunity; and meaningful participation in decision making for all people.

Value: Dignity and Worth of People – Respect Yourself, Others, and Their Belongings

The goal is to identify and respect the dignity and worth of all people. Treat yourself and other people in a caring and respectful way, no matter the differences. Make good choices and resolve conflicts in a socially responsible way, remembering your values.

Value: Importance of Human Relationships – Have Appropriate Interactions With Others

The goal is to have appropriate interactions with peers and help one another and others in the community. Work together to enhance the well-being of individuals, families, and the community.

Value: Integrity – Be Trustworthy

The goal is to act in a trustworthy manner. Act honestly and responsibly.

Value: Competence – Work Hard and Always Do Your Best

The goal is to continually try and increase your knowledge and skills and use them.

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