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Center for Advanced Learning (CAL)

a tuition-free public charter in Gresham

11–12 · Public · Charter · Specialized · Gresham-Barlow School District (Charter Authorizer)

1484 NW Civic Drive, Gresham · Jessica Gallagher (Principal)

CAL is a public charter program for 11th–12th graders that students attend half-day (the other half at their home high school), designed to immerse teens in hands-on Career & Technical Education (CTE) linked to real industry partners. Programs span Health Sciences (Medical & Dental), Manufacturing & Engineering, Tech (computer science, IT, cybersecurity, electronics), Media (photo/video, audio, animation, design), Change Lab (entrepreneurship/marketing/finance), and FAB Lab (fashion, art & branding). Students can earn dual credit with Mt. Hood Community College (e.g., CS, Writing 121/122, Anatomy & Physiology, Media Arts), often graduating with up to 32 college credits and a strong portfolio.

CAL operates through a rare multi-district partnership (Gresham-Barlow, Reynolds, Centennial; seats are allotted to partner high schools), and 10th graders apply via a lottery each winter. Recent snapshots highlight 99% graduation, 7 unique programs, and structured college/career skill-building within each pathway. Campus is in Gresham serving students from partner schools while they remain fully connected to activities and athletics at home campuses.

Tuition: Tuition-Free Public

Address: 1484 NW Civic Drive, Gresham, OR 97030. Phone: (503) 667-4978. Website: calcharter.org.

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