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EDUCATION
Consider a Christian Education
It is an investment in your child's education & eternity.
The Christian school educates the whole child – intellectually, emotionally, socially, physically, and, of course, spiritually. Your children will learn strong Christian and moral values while being educated through a Christ- centered curriculum. Christian schools are affordable!
Hope Academy for
Personalized Education
At Hope Academy, we recognize every child is uniquely created by God, and
we address learning needs and learning differences through personalized education. Our TK-8 non-denominational Christian program includes small class sizes, enrichment courses in the arts and sciences, and daily Bible and physical education. We also offer after school and summer programs.
1888 Springfield Dr., Chico • (530) 518-4092 • chicohopeacademy.com
Paradise Adventist Elementary
Our school focuses on providing K-8 education that is Christ centered, book smart and experience rich. Our students benefit from learning that is more engaging and memorable through hands-on activities, simulations, outdoor experiences, gardening, and projects that integrate different subject areas, while keeping Christ at the center of all we do. Our school is fully accredited and has been teaching students since 1908. Call to schedule a visit and see us in action.
5699 Academy Dr., Paradise • (530) 872-1576 • office@mypae.net
Redding Christian School
Redding Christian School is an independent, nondenominational Christian school serving all of Shasta County. Its families, qualified staff and faculty, and governing board represent Bible believing churches throughout the Redding area. RCS is a member of and fully accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
Preschool through high school, located in the beautiful neighborhood community of Palo Cedro
Redding Christian School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, tuition assistance programs, athletic and other school administered programs, not in the hiring of faculty or administrative staff.
21945 Old 44 Dr., Palo Cedro • (530) 547-5600 • www.reddingchristian.com
comprehensive immersion into the Wintu history and culture. Features include histor- ical timeline, artwork from Native Ameri- cans, traditional dug-out canoe, honor wall for Native American veterans and unique activities for children. wintutribe.com. 4755 Shasta Dam Blvd. (530)605-1726. Whiskeytown Environmental School Clear Creek Field Labs: Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. Field trip series for grades K–8, with mini units based on California State Science Standards. Includes three pre-classroom lessons, a 2-3 hour field lab led by a naturalist and a post classroom lesson. Fall 2024 Field labs run Sept. 23-
Oct 25. Spring 2025 labs run March-May. Program provided by the Shasta County Office of Education. Search WES K-8th Field Labs on shastacoe.org. wes@shastacoe.org. (530)225-0200.
SISKIYOU COUNTY
Alpaca on the Rocks; Weed. Kids will fall in love with the friendly alpacas, mini horses and more on this five-acre ranch. Guests can visit the animals and help with their care as well as run around the ranch and just be kids. Tables available. Call Nancy
for availability and pricing. The ranch store offers beautiful and unique jewelry, along with alpaca socks, handmade creatures and yarn. By appointment only. allthethingsal- paca.com. 5004 Solus Dr. (530)859-1994. Lava Beds National Monument; Tulelake. Site of the largest concentration of lava tube caves in North America. Open year- round for self-guided exploration. Rang- er-led explorations and evening campfire programs that explore the monument’s Native American history available Memo- rial Day-Labor Day. Rangers help match children’s interests and capabilities to the numerous developed caves. nps.gov/labe/ index.htm. 1 Indian Well HQ. (530)667-8113. Liberty Arts Explorations Program; Yreka. 90-min educational arts program for grades K-12. Includes gallery tour, discussion and hands-on art project related to the current exhibition theme. libertyartsyreka.org. 108 W. Miner St. libertyartsgallery@gmail.com. (530)842-0222.
Maagic Mountain Farm; Mount Shasta. Come experience how some grandpar- ents lived on a working homestead with milk goats, ducks, chickens, honey bees, a garden and more. Year-round, hands-on, interactive animal field trips, homestead classes, group or individual tours and guest farm stays. In connection with the land, all the creatures work together to provide for everyone’s needs through sustainable in- terdependent living. maagicmtnfarm.com. maagicmtnherd@gmail.com. (530)925- 6752.
Mount Shasta Fish Hatchery; Mount Shas- ta. The West’s oldest operating hatchery raises trout to stock mountain streams, rivers & lakes. Feed the fish and learn how they are raised. At this time only self guided tours outside the building are available. Please call for updated information. Open daily. wildlife.ca.gov/Fishing/Hatcheries/ Mount-Shasta. 3 N. Old Stage Rd. (530)926- 2215.
Mount Shasta Sisson Museum; Mount Shasta. School and private groups can tour the museum to view exhibits and enjoy hands-on displays. See a vintage fire truck, model railroad and locomotive engine con- trol panel and play with old-fashioned toys. Learn about water in our area, read stories from community members and take part in water activities. mtshastamuseum.com. 1 N. Old Stage Rd. (530)926-5508.
Mt. Shasta Stargazers Club; Mount Shasta. Promotes interest in astronomy and its related sciences. Free public star parties and other events. Meetings first Tuesday of each month. Mtshastastargazers.com. jfh@ languagerequest.com.
River Dancers River & Kayak Adventures; Mount Shasta. Family and school rafting trips, day outings and overnight multi-day camps. Trained guides help guests discover new ways to enjoy the environment while learning skills on the river. Includes swim- ming, water play, learning about wildlife and good food. riverdancers.com. 308 S. Mount Shasta Blvd. (530)918-8610. Siskiyou Arts Museum; Dunsmuir. A nonprofit, volunteer run gift shop and gallery featuring artwork from local and regional artists and providing space for classes, workshops and events. Docent tours to schools and groups by appt. siski- youartsmuseum.org. 5824 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-4711.
Weed Historic Lumber Town Museum. Logging and town memorabilia, includ- ing the town’s original jail cell. Off-season tours available by appt. Open Thur-Mon, Memorial Day-Sept.,10am-5pm. weed- lumbertownmuseum.org. 303 Gilman Ave. (530)938-0550.
SONOMA COUNTY
Fort Ross Conservancy; Jenner. The En- vironmental Living Program (ELP) at Fort Ross Conservancy provides hands-on learning so students can experience the joys of history as active participants. Stu- dents learn about the many cultures and lifestyles by performing some of the tasks that were a part of daily life at Fort Ross. Please visit the website for more informa- tion on the Marine Ecology program and other day & overnight programs avail- able. fortross.org. 19005 Coast Hwy. info@ fortross.org. (707)847-3437.
The National Heirloom Exposition Field Trip; Ventura. During the Expo, the fair- ground’s streets and pavilions are filled with pure foods enthusiasts, talented home gardeners, farmers, garden artists, school groups and leading thinkers and doers in the pure food movement. This year’s event will be held September 10- 12, 2024 9am-9pm. Ages 17 & under free. theheirloomexpo.com. 10 E Harbor Blvd.
SOUTHERN OREGON
Great Cats World Park; Cave Junction. Interactive and educational 10-acre park home to lions, tigers, leopards, jaguars, ocelots, lynx, a fishing cat and more. Meet feline ambassadors, learn about the plight
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