Welcome

About the Open Classroom

The Open Classroom is ….

  • A learning community where children, teachers and parents work together.
  • A FREE not-for-profit Salt Lake City School District public charter school, offering grades K – 8
  • In its 33rd year of operation

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Is the OC right for your child?

The answer may be yes if…

  • You want to be involved in your child’s education, including hands on work in the classroom
  • You are looking for a school that values the whole child
  • You feel that education should empower students to take responsibility for their own learning
  • You want to be a part of a school community

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> More about Family Involvement

Giving

There are many ways to give to the OC, some of which don’t cost a thing.

Your generous donations directly enrich our children’s learning experiences.

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Applying to the OC

We are accepting applications for the 2010/2011 school year.

Here’s what you need to do:

  • Do your research! This website will get you started with the basic facts.
  • Attend a tour (see admissions page or calendar for dates)
  • Turn in an application

Enrollment is open to everyone.

Admission is granted on a lottery basis!

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