North Sacramento CenterConquer Challenges with Character and Strength

In order to graduate, students must satisfy the following requirements in addition to completing at least 24 hours of Service Learning and giving a culminating presentation on their project or activity:

English Language Arts

• English Language Arts 9: 10 Credits
• English Language Arts 10: 10 Credits
• English Language Arts 11: 10 Credits
• English Language Arts 12: 10 Credits

Total Required: 40 Credits

Mathematics

• General Math: 10 Credits
• Pre-Algebra: 10 Credits
• Algebra Readiness: 10 Credits max
• Algebra 1A: 10 Credits
• Algebra 1B: 10 Credits
• Algebra 1: 10 Credits
• Geometry: 10 Credits
• Algebra II: 10 Credits
• Pre-Calculus: 10 Credits

Total Required: 30 Credits (at least 10 credits must be Algebra or higher)

Science

• Earth Science: 10 Credits
• Life Science: 10 Credits

Total Required: 20 Credits

Social Sciences

• World History: 10 Credits
• US History: 10 Credits
• Economics: 5 Credits
• Government: 5 Credits

Total Required: 30 Credits

Physical Education

• Physical Education: 40 Credits max

Total Required: 20 Credits

Fine Arts

• Beginning Art: 10 Credits
• Intermediate Art: 10 Credits
• Photography: 10 Credits

Total Required: 10 Credits

Practical Arts

• Career Prep: 5 to 10 Credits
• Child Development: 10 Credits
• Grad Portfolio: 5 Credits
• Independent Living: 5 Credits
• Intro to Technology: 5 Credits
• Keyboarding: 5 Credits
• Personal Finance: 5 Credits

Total Required: 10 Credits

Career Development

• Service Learning: 5 Credits

Total Required: 5 Credits

Electives

• Creative Writing: 5 Credits
• English Language Arts Support: 40 Credits
• Geography: 5 Credits
• Online courses available: 5-10 Credits (course list available upon request )

Extra Credit small group classes may be available.

Total Required: 30 Credits

Grand Total to Graduate from CCCS: 200 Credits

When we think about what distinguishes our site from many other institutions who serve at-risk youth, first and foremost it would be the dedicated team of educators and specialists that we have who are committed to going above and beyond the call of duty to help our students succeed against all odds if the students themselves are ready to embrace the “second chance” we provide, or for some students, their last chance.

North Sacramento Center Staff

Amos Nugent III

Title: Principal
Hometown: Sacramento, CA
Education, Credentials and Specialty Areas: B.B.A. in Finance, M.S. in Education Administration, Clear CTE Credential in Business and Finance, Preliminary Admin. Credential
Interests and hobbies: Traveling, watching movies, learning, and reading

Charles Fetz

Title: Teacher
Hometown: Covina, CA
Education: B.S. in Mathematics; Single Subject Mathematics Credential
Interests and Hobbies: Rock climbing, biking, yoga, hiking, exploration, and art.

James Lockett

Title: Teacher
Hometown: Davis, CA
Education, Credentials and Specialty Areas: B.A. Industrial Arts, Credentials in Math and PE
Interests and hobbies: Woodworking, S.F. Giants

Alysen Sharits

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Amarpreet Singh

Title: Teacher
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Robert Wells

Title: Teacher
Hometown: San Jose, CA
Education, Credentials and Specialty Areas: B.A. - Business
Interests and hobbies: Math, outdoor activities, walking, and reading.

Jill Whitmire

Title: Teacher
Hometown: Susanville, CA
Education, Credentials and Specialty Areas: B.A. - Business, C.T.E. - Family and Consumer Sciences Single Subject
Interests and hobbies: Animal lover, running, yoga, crafting, and sewing.

Tanya Wells

Title: Clerk I/Registrar
Hometown: Plainwell, MI
Education, Credentials and Specialty Areas: A.A. Art, B.A. in progress
Interests and hobbies: Photography, backpacking, painting, and family

Adaliz Bracero

Title: Attendance Clerk
Hometown: Sacramento, CA
Education, Credentials and Specialty Areas: CCCS-NS High School Graduate, A.A. - Business General in progress at American River College
Interests and hobbies: Spending time with family & friends, going to church, reading, hiking, traveling, and shopping.

Angela Frison

Title: Para-educator
Hometown: Sacramento, CA
Education, Credentials and Specialty Areas: A.A. - Health Information Technology from Cosumnes River College
Interests and hobbies: Reading, socializing, dancing, doing aerobics such as Zumba, and watching movies.

Augustine Santos

Title: Student Mentor
Hometown: Sacramento, CA
Education, Credentials and Specialty Areas: CCCS-NS High School Graduate
Interests and hobbies: Boxing and sports

Tamontray Anderson

Title: Student Mentor
Hometown: Sacramento, CA
Education, Credentials and Specialty Areas: CCCS-NS High School Graduate, A.A. - Management in progress at American River College
Interests and hobbies: Football and basketball

Vanessa Larios

Title: Teacher
Hometown: Dixon, CA
Education, Credentials and Specialty Areas: B.S. - Business
Interests and Hobbies: Christ follower, spending time with family/friends, Oakland Raiders, Zumba, running, hot yoga, hiking, concerts, organizing (anything), coffee drinker, laughing, spreading love & positivity

Sou Seateurn

Title: Counselor
Hometown: Merced, CA
Education, Credentials and Specialty Areas: M.A. in School Counseling w/ PPS Credentials
Interests and Hobbies: Gym, hiking, spending time with family, watching sporting events, and snowboarding.

Amarpreet Singh

Title: Teacher
Hometown: Lodi, California & Sacramento, California
Education, Credentials and Specialty Areas: A.A - Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Political Science. B.A- History. M.A - Cross Cultural Education.
Interests and Hobbies: Reading, Kayaking, Cooking, Spending time with family.

Attention CCCS North Sacramento Students

Have you thought about what you want to do with your life after you graduate high school? Would you like some help figuring that out, and would you like to EARN CREDITS while you figure it out? Would you like to start working in that field NOW and GET PAID* for doing it while you're still in school?

Well, if you answered "YES" to any of these questions, then you will definitely want to attend the...

Career Exploration Seminar

Learn how to do all of the above, and also:

• Learn how to dress for success
• Build a portfolio
• Identify your interests and passions
• Take part in interactive experiences that will get you thinking about your future

The C.E.S. is held every Friday in the lab

9th-12th grade: 10:30am-12:30pm

We can't wait to see you there! Spaces are limited, so sign up today! See the lab staff for more information.

*Participation in the seminar does not guarantee that students will secure a paying job. This class is for informational purposes only.