WHO WE ARE
SUNSHINE Bilingual Farsi Charter School is a 100% free public charter school aiming to serve grades TK-8. Once approved, it will be the first Farsi charter school in Sacramento, CA, currently under the process of gaining authorization through the San Juan Unified School District. Sunshine School plans to serve the community by offering bilingual programs in Farsi, Dari, and Pashto.
We provide an Independent Study program featuring a wide variety of courses in a caring and safe environment, offering an extraordinary educational choice at no cost to you. Our flex-based instructional model includes a professional curriculum and in-person classes.
As the first Farsi charter school, we offer a unique environment with numerous benefits that surpass many traditional schools, including:
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Serving Grades TK-8: Comprehensive education from transitional kindergarten through 8th grade.
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100% Free Education: No tuition fees, providing accessible education for all.
Small Class Sizes: Ensuring personalized attention with classes ranging from 10 to 20 students.
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Bilingual Programs: Instruction in Farsi, Dari, and Pashto to support multilingual proficiency.
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Accelerate Programs: Observing and identifying knowledge gaps in each child and each subject. Our professionally designed accelerated programs ensure students fill these gaps and stay current with their education level.
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STEM Program: Emphasizing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics with hands-on projects, robotics clubs, and coding classes.
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Extracurricular Activities: A variety of clubs and organizations such as debate, chess, gardening, and drama clubs, as well as sports teams and physical education.
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Special Education Services: Providing support for students with special needs, including individualized education plans (IEPs) and access to specialized staff.
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Health and Wellness Programs: Promoting mental health, emotional well-being, and physical health with counseling services and mindfulness practices.
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Environmental Education: Teaching sustainability and environmental science through hands-on projects and outdoor activities.
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Technology Integration: Incorporating modern technology into the classroom with tablets, laptops, and interactive smartboards.
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Career Readiness Programs: Offering career exploration activities, internships, and mentorship programs.
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Leadership Development: Cultivating leadership skills through student government, workshops, and peer mentoring.
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Parent Engagement Programs: Providing workshops and seminars for parents, and opportunities for volunteering and participation in school activities.
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Arts and Music Programs: Including drawing, painting, cultural rhymes, media & music.
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24/7 Access to Student Information: Allowing parents and students to monitor grades, curriculum, and class information anytime. Information will be accessible in English, Dari, and Pashto.
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Inclusive Community: Welcoming families and students from diverse backgrounds and nationalities across Sacramento.
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Parental and Community Involvement: Creating a great connection with parents through our Farsi-speaking team of administrators and academic staff, ensuring parents are up-to-date on their children’s educational background.
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State-of-the-Art Facilities: Our future campus features will modern facilities, including standard playgrounds for elementary and middle school students. Additionally, we will provide a well-equipped computer lab, science lab, and library to support our students' educational journey.
Visit Us: Need more information? You are welcome! Just schedule an information session and see for yourself how Sunshine Bilingual Farsi Charter School offers an extraordinary educational experience.