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Independent Study:
A Hybrid Classroom and Home Study Program

NOTE: To express interest in joining the Independent Study Program, please complete the appropriate Interest Form.

Families interested in full-time home study with no classroom component should consider Pacific School's Home Study Program.

Independent Study Overview 
​The Independent Study (IS) program offers a unique blend of classroom, home, and field education:
  • 3 days per week of classroom instruction
  • 2 days per week of home study
  • Optional Friday field trips organized by families
  • Parent involvement in the classroom is welcomed and encouraged
  • Opportunities for advanced students to accelerate in math or other subjects according to their abilities
  • School-wide enrichment including award-winning FoodLab lunch and Life Lab garden programs
  • Support of a grade-level specific teacher who is dedicated to experiential education
  • Diverse peer group including both other IS students and traditionally schooled students
  • Convenient transportation by city bus with chaperones in the morning and carpools in the afternoon
  • For more information, see Parent Quotes or Frequently Asked Questions.

New IS Families should review the Learning Agreement and the IS Handbook which provides detailed logistical information relating to the program.
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