At Sherman Thomas Charter High School, we uphold the belief that education’s core purpose lies in enabling students to realize their utmost potential while making positive contributions to society. We understand our society’s future depends on the active engagement of an educated and well-informed public. Moreover, we acknowledge the vital role formal education plays in equipping individuals to thrive in a technologically advanced global landscape.
Our ultimate goal is to cultivate a learning environment that nurtures the development of responsible citizenship through active involvement in both the home and broader society. We provide diverse learning opportunities aimed at furnishing learners with the skills and resources to thrive in the modern workplace.
In the ensuing years, Sherman Thomas Charter High School has earned a reputation for its commitment to preparing students for the challenges of higher education and the workforce. The curriculum was designed to empower students to take ownership of their learning, fostering independence and critical thinking skills. Our high school is known for its supportive faculty, who work closely with students to ensure they reach their academic and personal goals.
No, STCHS is a FREE non-profit public charter school.
STCHS is a unique program. We take the best of a traditional school program (in-class instruction), online school, and independent study and join them together. All our students have Learning Center classes (classes on our campus), independent study classes, and online classes.
No, all our students are in Learning Center classes, online, and independent study. We do not offer 100% online school or independent study school options.
It varies from class to class but on average our classes sizes are 25 students.
Per our charter, STCHS will not have more than 100 students maximum. That’s 25 students per grade, 9th-12th. Our average varies but we are currently averaging close to our maximum.
Yes, STCHS has a CIF (California Interscholastic Education) agreement with our two local traditional high schools – Madera High School and Madera South High School. STCHS students are eligible to play sports at their boundary school.
Though our school is open five days a week, not all students attend school each day, every hour. Our schedules are very individualized and vary from student to student. Some students may have one or two classes on one day then be on campus all day another. See your student’s schedule for when they have classes on campus.
Our school does not provide transportation. A MAX bus stop is nearby if needed.
Yes, all STCHS teachers hold a teaching credential from the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
Sherman Thomas Charter High School is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Accrediting Commission for Schools. We provide a-g courses in all subject areas.
Yes, credits are transferrable from our high school to any traditional high school and vice versa.
Yes, STCHS awards diplomas to all students that have met all graduation requirements.
Yes, our School Pathways Portal can be accessed on, https://sherman.parentstudentportal.com/. Please call our office if you are having any issues accessing your portal. Through the portal you can check assignments and grades, attendance, see the student transcript, and more.
Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire.
