Curious about the faces behind enrollment at Pivot? Enrollment is a multifaceted process that requires a dedicated team of professionals who work to ensure that enrollment operations are compliant, family-friendly and efficient. At Pivot, this team is led by Enrollment Specialist Shannon Mallory with the support of seven committed staff [...]

Pivot Charter Schools fosters a nurturing and adaptable learning atmosphere, where students can not only thrive academically but also discover their passions. This transformative journey is exemplified by the experiences of Pivot North Bay graduate Blake Morris and Pivot Riverside graduate Ariel Buczynski. Blake Morris, a sixteen-year-old graduate of Pivot [...]

At Pivot, students have the option to take concurrent or dual enrollment courses while still being traditional high school students. Concurrent enrollment allows students to sign up for any 100-level college courses, in which they can receive college credit through their local community college. Dual enrollment, on the other hand, gives students the chance to earn college and high school credit at the same time by a unique partnership with Santa Rosa Junior College, which is available to all Pivot students no matter where one is located.

Lucas Elbaum, Pivot’s English Language Development Teacher, has been part of the Pivot family for only a short while, but he brings global experience and expertise to serve our students.  After graduating with a Master of Arts in Teaching degree from Chatham University, Lucas kicked off his career in education [...]

Pivot Riverside ninth-grader Isabella Cuesta has found immense support and flexibility in her schooling as she simultaneously pursues college courses while being a high school student. Isabella has always loved challenging herself and exploring opportunities to expand her horizon, and, at Pivot, she can do just that. Through her concurrent [...]

Perseverance, Readiness, Inclusivity, Dedication and Excellence. These are the traits that make up the new student empowerment program, Pivot P.R.I.D.E.! Pivot Charter Schools’ P.R.I.D.E. program was created to build student confidence and culture across the school’s four campuses throughout California.  Kristen Poitras, Director of Student Support Programs at Pivot, along [...]

Pivot Charter Schools' mission is to transform students’ experience in education, which includes making sure each student has the tools and resources they need to be successful. Each year, staff evaluates the progression of every student and comes up with new and creative ways to assist them in filling any [...]

As the end of another school year draws to a close, students and families at Pivot Charter Schools eagerly anticipate upcoming graduation ceremonies. These special events always fill us with bittersweet emotions—we will miss our wonderful graduating class, yet we are excited to celebrate them as they prepare to transition [...]

Pivot San Diego twelfth-grader Ryan Mauro has found immense support and flexibility in his schooling as he simultaneously pursues a career in professional hockey. Ryan’s schedule requires him to frequently travel the country with his competitive hockey team and Pivot helps him feel supported with a dynamic and adaptable education. [...]