5 Big Benefits of Our Small School
Students come to The School of Arts and Enterprise for so many different reasons. From top-notch tuition and audition-free arts education to our unique enterprise curriculum - we have a lot to be proud of. But one of the biggest advantages of enrolling in our tuition-free 6th-12th public school is also one of the smallest - our school size! Here are five reasons why our small school may be a perfect fit for you!
1. We Know Our Students
Did you know that small schools build strong communities? At just over 675 students, The SAE is a tight-knit community where staff and teachers know every student by name. There is frequent communication between teachers and students about their work, and informal critiques and one-on-one feedback are welcomed. We value our close relationships with our students and keep in touch after graduation. In fact, many of our alumni return to share their career journeys and inspire current students.
2. Your Voice Matters
At The SAE, no student slips through the cracks. Creative expression is encouraged here, and the characteristics that make you special are appreciated. Our smaller student base enables our teachers to understand the academic and artistic strengths and struggles of their students, and they have the time to creatively respond with opportunities for enrichment or support. Our students know each other well too: our small class sizes enable students to develop close friendships that can last a lifetime.
3. We Partner With You
Our small school environment enables both staff and students to take more responsibility for their own learning. Classes are smaller, activities are tailored to the individual student, and our block scheduling model is much more flexible than a traditional school schedule. At The SAE, our students come first! Whether it’s scheduling extra studio time to work on a project or finding support services to help you manage life’s challenges, we partner with you to meet your needs.
4. There’s Time to Explore
Our small-school setting incorporates time during the school day for middle school students to explore their interests, regardless of experience level. Wednesday Afternoon Arts offers a rotating schedule of classes for every age student to try something new. At The SAE, we want every student to graduate with a well-rounded education, and that includes experiences outside of your major or dual majors.
5. We Keep It Positive
Did you know that teachers at smaller schools report higher levels of job satisfaction? With higher levels of job satisfaction comes higher retention rates and more consistency for learners. Many of our students have friendly and collaborative relationships with their teachers. As a result, our teachers feel valued and trusted. It goes without saying that happy teachers add to a positive learning environment and respectful school culture - which is reflected in our students too!
There are so many reasons why our small school setting is an advantage at The School of Arts and Enterprise. Are you interested in learning more? Contact us and enroll today.
About The SAE
The School of Arts and Enterprise (The SAE) is an audition-free and tuition-free arts charter school serving grades 6-12. Our campuses are located in the Pomona, CA Arts Colony, surrounded by a thriving professional arts community. We offer nationally-recognized, award-winning arts education and creative entrepreneurship for young artists through project-based learning and flexible block scheduling. Students are supported by a close-knit community that values creative expression and celebrates differences. Join The SAE today! Enrolling now.
