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.