About Our School

Virtual Prep Academy at Lucerne is a tuition-free K-10 public online school in California that uses innovative technology to help students thrive in their schoolwork and life. At Virtual Prep Academy at Lucerne, we empower students to be their best by enabling them to learn in ways that are right for them—at home, at their proper level, and at their own pace. We serve K-10 students in California.

Virtual Prep Academy at Lucerne teachers work with students to engage them in academic inquiry, skill building, and to foster curiosity. Teachers work with elementary, middle and high school students to review lessons and assessments and to guide and support students and learning coaches through the program. Teachers, parents, and students meet on a regular basis in person and online to evaluate progress and provide additional enhancement learning opportunities. The learning coach, which is typically the parent or legal guardian, serves as an enthusiastic supporter, dedicated to the academic success of the student.

• Students looking for more academically challenging curriculum
• Students who have faced adversity or academic challenges
• Students who are looking for more flexibility and teacher support
• Students behind on credits that are looking to catch up academically
• Students who may be unable to physically attend school and need flexibility to pursue their dreams
• Students that are homeless and lack “a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence.”

Virtual Prep Academy at Lucerne’s policy is to comply with applicable federal and state laws and regulations. The Charter School is the local agency primarily responsible for compliance with federal and state laws and regulations governing educational programs. Pursuant to this policy, persons responsible for conducting investigations shall be knowledgeable about the laws and programs, which they are assigned to investigate.

• Uniform Complaint Policies and Procedures
• Uniform Complaint Form
• Title IX