1. We do not live in Visalia. Can my student still be a part of the Valley Life Charter Independent Study Program?

    Students residing in Tulare County, or any other county that touches Tulare County may enroll at VLCS.

  2. Do I have to pay for materials?

    No. Valley Life Charter School is a free California Public Charter School.

  3. Can students attend VLCS and COS concurrently?

    Yes!

  4. Can my student be enrolled at VLCS and another high school at the same time?

    Unfortunately, they can not.

  5. Can students graduate from VLCS Independent Study and attend a university?

    Yes! Valley Life Charter is WASC accredited and UC approved.

  6. Does VLCS Independent Study have a graduation ceremony?

    Yes! We have an annual, indoor graduation ceremony combined with our eighth grade class promotion. Seniors participate in cap and gown.

  7. Does VLCS provide college and career support assistance?

    Yes!

  8. Does my student have to attend classes at VLCS?

    K-12 students  attend weekly meetings with their supervising teacher. 

    Middle school students, plus high school students taking math classes, must attend weekly math tutoring (typically one-on-one). 

    Middle school students attend an ELA/History class and a  Science class on Tuesdays. Enrollment is usually under 10 students per class.

    Some high school science courses require a weekly science class. Enrollment is usually under 10 students per class.

  9. Does the VLCS Independent Study Program provide special education services?

    Yes. Students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) may participate in Independent Study if their IEP team determines that the program can provide a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE).

    Special education services and supports must be tailored to the student's individual needs and clearly documented in the IEP. The IEP team will determine how services, accommodations, and goals will be addressed in the Independent Study setting.

    A student's need for adult support, related services, or structured instruction does not automatically exclude them from participating in Independent Study. Families who are interested in this option should request an IEP meeting to discuss whether Independent Study is an appropriate placement for their child and how services can be implemented in that setting