Every student brings unique strengths, challenges, and goals to the classroom. For our English Learners (ELs), having the right support system can make all the difference—not just in mastering language skills, but in building the confidence to succeed across all academic subjects. That’s where our English Language Development (ELD) team comes in. Today, we’re spotlighting […]
“Own Your Different” Campaign Challenges the Traditional High School Model and Celebrates Student Identity
LOS ANGELES, CA — August 4, 2025 — Options For Youth (OFY), a tuition-free public charter school, proudly announces the launch of its new campaign, “Own Your Different”, aimed at celebrating student individuality and breaking the mold of traditional education. For over 35 years, Options For Youth has been at the forefront of reimagining high […]
Options For Youth Public Charter School Staff Member Inspires Students Through ‘Quiet Leadership
Jose Gonzalez (front) holding his many certificates of award at the Unsung Heroes Breakfast, an event which honors local residents going above and beyond in the West Covina community. West Covina, California (June 5th, 2025) – Options For Youth (OFY) Public Charter Schools are known for a unique approach to high school programming, bringing teachers and […]
What is Credit Enrichment?
Catch Up, Get Ahead, Anytime of the Year At Options For Youth (OFY), we believe that learning should be flexible, accessible, and tailored to each student’s unique needs. That’s why we offer Credit Enrichment, designed to help students catch up, stay on track, or get ahead in their academic journey—anytime of the year. Whether it’s […]
Options For Youth – Los Angeles Cudahy Center Moves to New Location in Bell, CA
Bell, CA – March 21, 2025 – Options For Youth (OFY) Los Angeles, home of the Phoenixes is excited to announce its relocation from their Cudahy location at 7955 South Atlantic Ave. to a new, larger center in the City of Bell (COB). The new site, located at 4210 Gage Ave, Bell, CA 90201, has […]
OFY Alumni Spotlight: Zac
OFY alumnus Zac is living proof that hard work, dedication, and positivity can lead to great opportunities. Zac’s passion is storytelling through illustration and animation. His unique designs and illustrations have demanded the attention of famous brands and have opened many doors. In 2014, Zac posted his own fan art of the characters of the Disney […]
OFY Alumni Spotlight: Korinna
Since graduating from OFY in 2010, Korinna had been working as a hair and makeup stylist, hoping to break into the entertainment industry. But after her experience with the leopard, she soon enrolled in Santa Monica College to begin her path to a new career. As a first-generation college student, she struggled to support herself financially, splitting her time between working a full time job and studying into the early morning. But her hard work paid off and she will transfer to Humboldt State to study Wildlife Management and Conservation in the fall.
Options For Youth San Bernardino Public Charter School Approved for Renewal by the San Bernardino City Unified School Board
San Bernardino, California (January 24, 2019) – On January 22, 2019, the San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education voted to approve the Options For Youth (OFY) San Bernardino Public Charter School’s Renewal Petition for five years. We look forward to continuing our collaborative efforts with the District as part of our commitment […]
Career Technical Program Soars To New Heights In The Victor Valley Community
Victorville, Calif. (July, 2 2018) – Options For Youth is taking local Victor Valley students to new and exciting heights through it’s Career Technical Education Program. Since its launch in 2016, OFY’s Career Technical Education Program has worked to prepare students for careers in fields like Solar and Construction, by pairing students with hands on […]
OFY’s Second Annual College and Career Fair
Last Friday, April 14th, the San Gabriel Valley region of Options for Youth Public Charter Schools (OFY) held their second annual College and Career Fair at the Irwindale school site. Students had the opportunity to gather information, meet with representatives one-on-one, ask questions about transitioning from high school to college, and explore careers they might […]
