Chautauqua Learn & Serve
Charter School

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is Chautauqua Learn & Serve part of Bay District Schools?
A: It is a public charter school.


Q: How old do students have to be to attend Chautauqua Learn & Serve?
A: Students are 18-22 years old for the school program and 22 years and older in the adult program.


Q: How is Chautauqua Learn & Serve different from other programs available in the local high schools?
A: This program utilized the Service Learning methodology and community based learning to enable students to gain skills or abilities while helping others.


Q: What do students at Chautauqua Learn & Serve do?
A: Students participate in projects and activities within the community to increase their independence, confidence and skills.


Q: Is it like college?
A: Although students are typically the same age as other people in college, this program is set up to teach students who have graduated with a special option diploma the skills needed to increase their access and independence within the community.


Q: Does Chautauqua Learn & Serve have any kind of curriculum?
A: Students utilize the Life Centered Career Education curriculum to address skill acquisition and improvement through hands on, community based learning.