- Alameda Co. Office of Education
- SPaS Support Programs
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Opportunity Academy
ACOE’s Opportunity Academy serves students ages 16 and over who have previously separated from school or have been unsuccessful in school, desire a high school diploma, and will benefit from support with employment readiness and obtaining employment.
Opportunity Academy utilizes independent studies with blended learning models; incorporating computer-based curriculum, small group instruction, independent and classroom-based study options.
Opportunity Academy, in partnership with Youth Employment Partnership (YEP) in Oakland, La Familia in Hayward, organizations providing Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act-funded services to similar populations, and Next Step Learning Center that provides an environment that encourages student growth and success in and out of the classroom. We also are in partnership with REACH Ashland Youth Center who serves our young people throughout Alameda County to honor youth power and build the community’s resilience.
What Opportunity Academy Offers
- Individual learning and support for all
- Flexible hours to accommodate work and child care
- Referral to support servicesJob readiness and training
- Opportunities for internships, apprenticeships and career placement internships
- Be part of a dynamic, independent learning environment
Frequently Used Forms
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ACOE Opportunity Academy School Enrollment Form

Dr. Tracey Burns is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
This is a recurring meeting, 2pm - 3pm.
Join us for one or all!
April 21, May 19, and June 23, 2021
Meeting ID: 849 4833 3016
Passcode: CP2021
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Need tutoring support with your assignments?
ACOE’s Opportunity Academy (AOA) has tutoring available for all AOA students. There is no need to be referred by your teacher. Students may self-identify their need for support. READ MORE.
Learn About Independent Study
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Get Ready for College and Career!
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Find It Fast
- 2020 COVID Operations Report
- AB 86 Expanded Learning Grant Survey
- AOA Learning Continuity and Attendance Plan 2020-21
- School Accountability Report Cards (SARC)
- Enrollment Process
- Enrollment Form
- High School Diploma Completion Requirements
- Student / Family Handbook
- School Accountability Report Card
- Annual Notice to Parents (English)
- Notificación Anual Para Padres (Español)
- Governing Board
- Staff Roster
- Organization Chart
- Work Year Calendar 2020-21
- Budget Overview for Parents 2020-2021
- Budget Overview for Parents 2019-2020
- Board Policies: Opportunity Academy School
- Charter Petition
- Comprehensive School Safety Plan
- AOA Closure Procedures
Recent Letters to AOA Families
Fall 2020 Stakeholder Input for Fall Reopening
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Opportunity Academy
MAIN OFFICE
Hours: Monday - Friday (9:00am - 5:30pm)
Director/Principal, Dr. Tracey Burns
School Site Secretary, Kamini Desai
(510) 670-7602AOA-YEP
2300 International Blvd.
Oakland, CA 94601
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday (8:30am - 3:15pm)
Tuesday, Thursday (8:30am - 4:45pm)
Contact: Alque Ryans, (510) 670-7622AOA-BRIDGE
750 International Blvd.
Oakland, CA 94606
Hours: Monday - Friday (8:00am - 3:15pm)
Contact: Jim Armstrong, (510) 670-7691
Lisa McCarty, (510) 670-7667AOA-NEXT STEP LEARNING CENTER
2222 Curtis St.
Oakland, CA 94607
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday (9:00am – 4:00pm)
Tuesday (9:00am – 7:00pm)
Contact: Nicole Crosby, (510) 251-1731AOA-HAYWARD
680 W. Tennyson Rd.
Hayward, CA 94544
Hours: Monday (8:00am - 3:15pm)
Tuesdays (1:00pm – 4:00pm)
Contact: Cheri Isaac, (510) 670-7759AOA-REACH/Ashland Youth Center
16335 E. 14th St.
San Leandro, CA 94578
Contact: Lauri Clausen, (510) 513-1880