Bridges Academy

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1323 53rd Ave.
Oakland, CA 94601 (Map & Directions)
510-535-3876
Clara Tarango, Principal
clara.tarango@ousd.k12.ca.us

Bridges Academy is a member of the OSF Family Engagement and Leadership Initiative.

About Bridges Academy
Bridges Academy at Melrose is a small school in East Oakland committed to exiting students that are prepared to face the formidable academic and social challenges which they will encounter as they enter and complete middle and high school. Our students are motivated, self-directed learners, curious about the world and capable of independent inquiry.

Our Vision:
Our students are scholars.
Our Students are resilient.
Our students are culturally competent.

OUR STUDENTS develop both academic language and skills that enable them to become deep, critical thinkers and problem solvers. Our students are scholars who are treasured and unique members of a diverse community.

OUR PARENTS are equal partners in their children's education, working together towards high academic achievement. A school-wide structure of parent leadership and training ensures that parents can closely monitor and support student progress.

OUR TEACHERS are experienced, committed, and highly qualified. Our program focuses on meeting the diverse language needs of our students, to ensure academic success for all.

OUR SCHOOL CULTURE nurtures strong social and interpersonal skills so that our students can build the working relationships and friendships necessary for success.

What we offer:
- A calm, clean and safe learning environment
- Spanish Bilingual program
- Structure English immersion program
- Class size reduction in all grades
- Music and library programs
- Sports4Kids

Bridges in the News
Click here to read an Oakland Tribune article chronicling Bridges Academy's special efforts to support students who are new to the school (and in some cases to the country).