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“The UDA Foundation is a non-profit 501c3 corporation, supporting organization, for the purposes of assisting Urban Discovery Schools with fundraising and auxiliary services required in the performance of UDA’s obligations and the fulfillment of UDA’s mission and purpose.”
Urban Discovery Academy
Urban Discovery Academy provides students with a high-quality, personalized education which inspires student inquiry and creativity. We utilize an interdisciplinary approach to promote deeper thinking and application. We use design-thinking and project-based learning to engage students and make learning meaningful. We work closely with our partners to extend learning beyond the classroom walls and allow students to solve real-world problems.
What is a charter school?
Charter schools are public schools authorized by local school districts as schools of choice. Charter schools are tuition-free. Charter schools are financially autonomous, have local-decision making capability which enables flexibility, and budget independence. As a result, charter schools typically create a mission-driven educational program which flexibly serves the needs of their students.
How does a charter school differ from a traditional public school?
Many charter schools have an independent governance structure. Like public schools, charter schools receive funding from state and local agencies, primarily relating to attendance of its students; however, charter schools receive less money than public schools, approximately 72¢ on the dollar.
The UDA Foundation
840 14th Street
San Diego CA 92101
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