Preparing Students for the
21st Century Workforce

Our elementary to high school pathway sets itself apart from other charter schools
with five school-to-career academies.

A Mission for Families of Greater Fall River

The mission of the Atlantis Charter School is to provide an education second to none, yielding academic excellence and life-long learning skills.

WHY CHOOSE ATLANTIS CHARTER SCHOOL?

Atlantis Charter School, an independent public school, provides an educational choice to the families of Greater Fall River by offering our students a solid academic foundation on which to build a successful future.

We expect an equal partnership among parents, community, faculty, staff and students to create a safe, caring, innovative and progressive learning environment. Atlantis incorporates the best research-based practices in education to meet the needs of our student population. It is our intent to become a model of educational excellence.

SCHOOL-TO-CAREER ACADEMIES

We worked with industry leaders to develop five academies, each having its own Student Centered Small Learning Community, to teach students real-world skills and properly prepare them for the next steps in life. Academic advisors support our program, providing guidance on instruction.

  • Business and Entrepreneurship Academy
    Working with our coalition advisors from MIT-Sloan School of Business, the UMass School of Business, and the Business Innovation Center of Fall River, MA, Atlantis students learn communication, management and finance skills.

  • S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
    Atlantis developed the S.T.E.M. Academy with help from coalition advisors from MIT-IDM, UMass Dartmouth Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Raytheon, Inc., and the MIT SDM-BLOSSOMS Program. Students are solving the manufacturing challenges of the future using 3D printers and other hands-on design tools.

  • The Atlantis Arts Culture and Design Academy
    This Academy was developed in partnership with Berklee College of Music and our coalition advisors from the Massachusetts Cultural Council and TJ Music Inc. in Fall River, MA. Classes are taught by adjunct instructor Prince Charles Alexander, a sought-after record producer whose clients include Mary J. Blige, P. Diddy and Destiny’s Child.

  • Teacher Development Academy
    This Academy leverages online videos and blended and active learning techniques to teach students difficult-to-learn concepts. It was developed in collaboration with Coalition Advisors from Teach for America, the UMass College of Education, the East Bay Educational Collaborative, the MIT BLOSSOMS Program, and Ergopedia Inc.

  • Health-Med Tech-Sports Medicine Academy
    Atlantis students interested in pursuing a career in medicine are getting a jump on the competition. Our coalition advisors from St. Anne’s Hospital in Fall River, Boston Children’s Hospital Division of Sports Medicine, the Harvard Medical School-Med Science Program, and Laerdal Medical Group helped to develop the curriculum for this Academy. Atlantis students are learning and practicing on a life-sized robot known as SimMan; most medical students see this technology for the first time at the college level.

CHARTER SCHOOLS: AN ALTERNATE TO TRADITIONAL SCHOOLS

Charter schools are public schools of choice that report directly to the state Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and are exempt from many local and state regulations that apply to traditional public schools. These exemptions allow parents, teachers, community leaders, educational entrepreneurs, and others greater flexibility to innovate, create, and provide students with increased educational options. Charter schools must be sponsored by designated local, state, or other organizations charged with monitoring their quality and integrity while holding them accountable for academic results and fiscal practices.

OUR VALUES

The mission of the Atlantis Charter School is to provide an education second to none, yielding academic excellence and life-long learning skills.

Atlantis Charter School, an independent public school, provides an educational choice to the families of Greater Fall River by offering our students a solid academic foundation on which to build a successful future. We expect an equal partnership among parents, community, faculty, staff and students to create a safe, caring, innovative and progressive learning environment. Atlantis incorporates the best research-based practices in education to meet the needs of our student population. It is our intent to become a model of educational excellence.

  • A core academic program based on Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks, encouraging careful experimentation in ways to improve teaching and learning.
  • Five school-to-career academies help high school students develop in-demand skills that can lead to real-world jobs.
  • A professional staff that develops curriculum focused on the academic success of each student.
  • A 12:1 student to teacher ratio.
  • A safe, caring, and welcoming environment that challenges students academically while supporting their social and emotional needs.
  • A commitment to treat parents, guardians, and families as true partners in their children’s education

As educators, our goal is to deliver meaningful, engaging instruction to create passionate, life-long learners. By employing a variety of teaching methods, exposing students to a diverse range of perspectives and real-world experiences, and supporting the social and emotional health of our students, Atlantis develops well-rounded students who embody academic excellence.

We believe education is the single greatest investment we can make in the well-being of our children, our community, and our nation. By placing students first and embracing innovation – we provide an education second-to-none, and ensure every student has the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the 21st century workforce.

Great education not only prepares our children for a rapidly evolving global community, it expands their opportunities in career and society and nurtures their humanity. Indeed, education makes us better people.

Great teachers also make a world of difference, and our Atlantis staff is our most valuable resource. 

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