Lodestar: A Lighthouse Community Charter Public School Calendar 2026

Total Students723

Student/Teacher14.79:1

Math Prof.24.16%

Reading Prof.22.73%

Graduation Rate86%

School Information

Charter SchoolYes

Magnet SchoolNo

Virtual SchoolNo

CountyAlameda

School DistrictOakland Unified School District

Principal / AdminRich Harrison(510) 775-0255

Founded2016

Free/Reduced Lunch96.68% Eligible

Acceptance Rate100%

Student Demographics

White0.1%

Hispanic83.8%

Black10.7%

Asian0.7%

Pacific Islander0.8%

Two Or More3.7%

Gender Distribution

47.2%

52.7%

Male

Female

Students per Grade

Grade 131

Grade 244

Grade 355

Grade 455

Grade 549

Grade 656

Grade 776

Grade 874

Grade 967

Grade 1051

Grade 1161

Grade 1249

School Calendar 2026-2027

August 2026

Academic Schedule • 2026-2027

Holiday Event

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First Day of School

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Key Dates & Holidays

2026-2027

Aug10
First Day of School
Aug 10, 2026
Sep07
Labor Day Holiday
Sep 7, 2026
Sep18
End of Cycle 1
Sep 18, 2026
Oct12
Indigenous People's Day Holiday
Oct 12, 2026
Oct28
Student Led Conferences Early Release
Oct 28, 2026 - Oct 29, 2026
Oct30
End of Cycle 2
Oct 30, 2026
Nov11
Veteran's Day Holiday
Nov 11, 2026
Nov23
Fall Break
Nov 23, 2026 - Nov 27, 2026
Dec18
End of Cycle 3
Dec 18, 2026
Dec21
Winter Break Starts
Dec 21, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
Jan01
New Year's Day Holiday (Winter Break)
Jan 1, 2027
Jan05
First Day of Semester 2 (Cycle 4 Begins)
Jan 5, 2027
Jan18
MLK Day Holiday
Jan 18, 2027
Feb10
Student Led Conferences Minimum Days
Feb 10, 2027 - Feb 11, 2027
Feb12
End of Cycle 4
Feb 12, 2027
Feb15
President's Day Holiday
Feb 15, 2027
Mar26
End of Cycle 5
Mar 26, 2027
Mar29
Spring Break Begins
Mar 29, 2027 - Mar 31, 2027
Apr01
Spring Break Ends
Apr 1, 2027 - Apr 2, 2027
May26
Last Days of Instruction
May 26, 2027 - May 27, 2027
May27
Last Day of School
May 27, 2027
May28
End of Cycle 6
May 28, 2027
May31
Memorial Day Holiday
May 31, 2027
Jun18
Juneteenth Observed Holiday
Jun 18, 2027

Ignite Curiosity and Foster Growth

This Oakland Unified School District institution offers a nurturing environment for students from Kindergarten through 12th grade. Families often seek out schools that provide opportunities in areas like basketball and soccer, alongside engaging academic pursuits such as STEM or robotics clubs. Students may also find avenues to explore their creativity through various arts programs.

Your Partner in Educational Success

Our school is committed to providing a comprehensive educational journey. Parents and guardians can easily access important dates and school closures by referring to the academic calendar located on this page. We encourage engagement and support for every student's learning path.

Frequently Asked Questions

What extracurricular activities are available for students?

While specific programs vary each year, students often have access to clubs like robotics and athletics such as soccer. We recommend contacting the administration directly for the current list of activities.

What is the grade range served by the school?

The school serves students from Kindergarten through 12th grade.

Is this a public or private institution?

Lodestar: A Lighthouse Community Charter Public School is a public school.

How can I learn more about the school's educational philosophy?

We encourage prospective families to explore our website further or contact the school directly for detailed information about our educational approach and mission.

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School Information

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Students per Grade

School Calendar 2026-2027

August 2026

Lodestar: A Lighthouse Community Charter Public School

Academic Calendar (2026-2027)

July 2026

August 2026

September 2026

October 2026

November 2026

December 2026

January 2027

February 2027

March 2027

April 2027

May 2027

June 2027

Key Dates & Holidays

Key Dates & Holidays

First Day of School

Labor Day Holiday

End of Cycle 1

Indigenous People's Day Holiday

Student Led Conferences Early Release

End of Cycle 2

Veteran's Day Holiday

Fall Break

End of Cycle 3

Winter Break Starts

New Year's Day Holiday (Winter Break)

First Day of Semester 2 (Cycle 4 Begins)

MLK Day Holiday

Student Led Conferences Minimum Days

End of Cycle 4

President's Day Holiday

End of Cycle 5

Spring Break Begins

Spring Break Ends

Last Days of Instruction

Last Day of School

End of Cycle 6

Memorial Day Holiday

Juneteenth Observed Holiday

Ignite Curiosity and Foster Growth

Your Partner in Educational Success

Frequently Asked Questions

Community Reviews

Share Your Experience

Recent Feedback

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