[September 12, 2011]

Delta Charter School and Advanced Academics Launch Intensive Credit Recovery Program for San Joaquin and Surrounding Counties

Students in San Joaquin and surrounding counties have a new option to help them catch up, get back on track and earn their high school diploma. Delta Charter Plus (DCP) Academy is an accredited credit recovery program jointly launched by Delta Charter School and nationally recognized online learning leader Advanced Academics. The full-time program was specifically created for students in grades 12+ that are in danger of becoming another statistic in California's dropout epidemic.

According to a 2010 report by the Foundation for Educational Choice, almost 20 percent of California ninth graders drop out before completing high school. The report, "California's High School Dropouts - Examining the Fiscal Consequences," found steep economic and social costs associated with dropping out. Dropouts experience higher unemployment, poverty and incarceration rates, while their lower personal incomes cost California $54 billion in lost taxes annually.

DCP Academy complies with all California graduation requirements and is free to qualifying students. It features a self-paced online curriculum and one-on-one access to state-credentialed teachers. Students enjoy a flexible schedule that lets them complete their schoolwork any time and any place with a computer and an Internet connection.

"At Delta Charter, no child is ever left behind," said Stephanie Lytle, Delta Charter School director. "We continue to make strides to meet this generation's educational needs because their success is our society's success. We are excited to launch Delta Charter Plus Academy, which offers students in danger of dropping out the tutoring, support and guidance they need to ensure tat they catch up, graduate and are able to realize their full potential."

DCP Academy students will receive a high level of personalized support and assistance while completing the credits needed to earn their diploma. In addition to Advanced Academics online teachers who provide real-time instruction 24 hours a day, students can receive in-person assistance at Delta Charter School resource centers in Tracy and Manteca. Advanced Academics provides the program's learning management system, curriculum and online teaching and support staff.

"The economic and societal costs of the nation's dropout epidemic are well documented," said Jeffrey A. Elliott, president of Advanced Academics. "We are pleased to partner with Delta Charter School to offer this innovative online credit recovery program to help students make up missing credits. DCP Academy is an engaging, high-quality program that will help more students graduate from high school and succeed in life."

DCP Academy is tuition free to qualifying students living in San Joaquin and surrounding counties. To be eligible, students must be in their fourth year of high school and at least 80 credits deficient in the first semester of their senior year or more than 50 credits deficient in their 2^nd semester. To apply or find out more, interested students and parents can go to www.deltapacificonline.com or call (209) 830-6363. The student enrollment process is going on now.

About Delta Charter School

Delta Charter School, located at 31400 S. Koster Road in Tracy, with student resource centers in Tracy and Manteca, is a fully-accredited, personalized-learning public charter school serving students from San Joaquin County and adjacent counties. "Delta Charter School: Where SUCCESS is the only option."

About Advanced Academics

Advanced Academics, a leader in the field of online learning, partners with schools and districts in 30 states across the country to offer customized online solutions that uniquely serve each customer. Advanced Academics' programs have proven to be successful in providing flexible learning opportunities for students in grades 6 through 12 and increasing overall academic performance. Since 2000, Advanced Academics has offered comprehensive middle and high school courses, highly qualified and state-certified teachers, and a web-based learning management system that enhances student learning. Advanced Academics is accredited by AdvancEd (formerly The Commission of International and Trans-Regional Accreditation (CITA)), the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA) and the Northwest Accreditation Commission (NWAC), and meets the standards of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). For more information, visit www.advancedacademics.com.

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