Since 2005, NOVA Academy Early College High School has provided a rigorous yet nurturing learning environment, giving students the unique opportunity to earn college credits while completing high school. A tuition-free charter school accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), NOVA Academy instills a culture of college readiness while sustaining nearly a 100% graduation rate each year.
NOVA Academy proudly serves approximately 600 students annually through campus locations in Santa Ana and Coachella, CA. Founded on the belief that education opens a door to hope and the development of strong leaders, we offer a personalized approach to helping students succeed, both academically and in life.
To provide students access to an academically rigorous, blended high school/college curriculum.
NOVA Academy will inspire, educate, and prepare all students to be successful in college, career, and in life.
Family
NOVA faculty and staff believe in creating a friendly, family environment to help ensure every student feels a sense of belonging and personal support. Students even participate in a class called “Family,” which other schools have replicated.
The Whole Child
A holistic approach to education centers on the development of each student’s social, emotional, intellectual, and physical well-being.
Early College High School
Early college access gives students a head start on their college dreams while fueling confidence and long-term success.
Academic Excellence
Learning in a rigorous yet nurturing environment promotes a love of ideas while encouraging discovery, creativity, and engagement.
Compassion
Seeing through the lens of compassion gives hope, builds bridges, and develops a community of caring individuals.
NOVA offers countless college classes and ensures that every child reaches their fullest potential.
College courses and the tutorial program help me learn new, interesting things.
You can see that the teachers and administrators care about the students.
NOVA is a tight-knit community that focuses on the success of its students academically.
NOVA helps us be prepared for college not just as students, but as a friend, peer, and person.
This school offers an atmosphere where you can be close to your teachers and peers as if you were family.
The culture of the school is positive and focuses the kids on succeeding in life.
The smaller class size and emphasis on a family environment has renewed a sense of hope and a "I can do this" spirit.
I’m very pleased to know that there’s a high school that actually focuses on my kids’ academic education.
It is a small school filled with teachers who care.