Grimm Family Education Foundation

Grimmway Schools is a growing network of high-performing, college-prep public charter schools in Kern County, California. Their schools are lead by a home office, based in Bakersfield.

Grimmway Schools offers parents and their families a choice in education -- the choice to be part of a dynamic learning experience and take an active role in their child's academic career.

Since 2011, Grimmway Academy Arvin, a K-8 charter school, has been serving the rural community of Arvin, California.

Grimmway Academy Shafter is our newest expansion of the Grimmway Academies and opened their doors in August 2017.

Every child has a bright future.

Every parent can be engaged.

Every teacher can be successful.

Every community can flourish.

At Grimmway Schools, our goal is to develop skills that will support students on their path toward life-long achievement and success.

In addition to core curriculum subjects –

◦ Math

◦ Science

◦ English Language Arts (ELA)

Students learn about wellness and healthy lifestyle principles and develop life-enhancing skills such as:

◦ cooperation

◦ collaboration

◦ personal expression

◦ environmental

stewardship

"What makes the Grimmway Schools model innovative?"

Public school with no tuition or admission requirements. Teachers are highly qualified and very passionate about their work. There is a strong emphasis on reading and math and a focus on college readiness.

Edible Schoolyard

Where students participate in hands-on experiential learning; planting growing and preparing healthy seasonal recipes.

Blended Learning

Provides a variety of learning environments and experiences, and is tailored to the needs of each individual student

Grimmway Café

Students receive two fresh, seasonal meals and a healthy snack each day, prepared by chefs and nutrition experts.

Learning Lab

Provides access to the latest educational software and online programs.

Parental Participation

Parents participate in school governance, cooking classes, evening classes to increase awareness of curriculum, positive behavior and use of technology.

Enrichment Programs

In addition to the edible schoolyard experience, students participate in art, music and physical education. After school enrichment activities include homework assistance, crafts, and additional learning and physical activity opportunities.

Sustainable Model of Education

...through strategic planning and accountability

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