Nonpublic Schools
Educational Services
"I loved the fact that they were always there when I needed them most.”
- Parent at one of Seneca’s Unconditional Education partnership schools in Oakland
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Maya Angelou Academy
Seneca’s Maya Angelou Academy is a non-public school provides special education services to students grades K-5 with a variety of emotional, behavioral and/or social needs. We provide individualized attention and direct instruction in core areas in order to help our students make adequate yearly progress on their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals while adhering to a general education standards-based curriculum. The goal of our specialized services is to address the behavioral, emotional and developmental challenges of each student in order to prepare them for a less restrictive educational setting. At the same time we provide a rich learning environment to foster pre-academic thinking and growth. To learn more on our school website, click here.
Catalyst Academy
Seneca's Catalyst Academy is a Nonpublic School located in El Sobrante, California serving students in grades 2 – 12. Catalyst’s primary partnership is with West Contra Costa Unified School District but the school also serve students from neighboring districts. Catalyst Academy strives to deliver top quality, highly integrated therapeutic and special education services to students struggling with significant mental health and behavioral issues. We aim to inspire our students with the joy of learning and to help them build the mindsets, skills and relationships necessary to succeed beyond our setting. Catalyst’s mission is to promote the social, emotional, behavioral and intellectual development of each student. We believe everyone has the ability to learn and deserves a safe, engaging environment to do so. With high standards for academic scholarship, as well as an emphasis on integrity, respect, and safety, Catalyst Academy students are empowered to make positive changes in their lives and contribute to their communities in meaningful ways. To learn more about Catalyst, contact us or click here.
James Baldwin Academy
Seneca’s James Baldwin Academy serves up to 80 students in grades 5 – 12, providing special education services to students with a variety of mental health needs. In our seven small classrooms, we provide individualized attention and direct instruction in core areas in order to help our students make adequate yearly progress on their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals while adhering to a general education standards-based curriculum. As a Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) accredited school, we pair a rigorous course of study with a therapeutic milieu and a behavioral program. To learn more on our school website, click here.
Pathfinder Academy
Seneca’s Pathfinder Academy is a Nonpublic School located in Union City, California serving students in grades 6 – 12. Pathfinder partners with several school districts around the Bay Area from the East Bay, South Bay and the Peninsula. We believe students thrive when provided an education that humanizes youth and families, as well as provides space for students to heal and empower themselves. Pathfinder delivers a high-quality education with a culturally responsive lens and with highly integrated therapeutic and special education services to students who have significant mental health and behavioral health needs. We aim to inspire our students with the joy of learning and to help them build the mindsets, skills and relationships necessary to succeed beyond our setting and in mainstream educational environments. Overall, Pathfinder Academy promotes the social, emotional, behavioral and intellectual development of each student. We believe anyone has the ability to learn and deserves a safe, engaging environment to do so. With high standards for academic scholarship, as well as an emphasis on community, compassion and students investing in themselves, Pathfinder students are empowered to make positive changes in their lives and contribute to their communities in meaningful ways. To learn more about Pathfinder on our school website, click here.
How can I enroll my child?
Seneca's nonpublic schools are tuition-free special education settings operating in concert with students' local schools and districts. Only district or school staff may refer students to a Seneca nonpublic school and all referrals occur through the IEP process. The goal of special education is to maintain a student in the least restrictive educational environment necessary. While Seneca's nonpublic schools provide wonderful services to students, not all students require this level of care. If you are interested in learning more about nonpublic school placements, please contact the Seneca school nearest you or your child's current special education case manager. You can also send an email to [email protected] for more information.