“I had never been so engaged in a class or fascinated by what I was learning before I came to CA.”

“Everyone here has a deep passion for what they do, and that energy is contagious.”

“This year I went to the Student Diversity Leadership Conference, and it was one of the most refreshing and transformative experiences of my life.”

“I have grown more confident in myself and in my work, and am ready to take on any challenge.”

“It was fun to work with my teacher to solve a problem together.”

“CA students aren’t motivated merely to do well in their classes but also to explore ideas and follow their interests.”

“I have the freedom to take the most interesting classes, to live independently, to be friends with anyone in all grades, and to truly be myself.”

“The whole community gathers to listen to one teenage voice, which makes for 15 amazing minutes, three times a week.”

“I love how common trust creates a mutual respect between all members of the community.”

“CA helped me discover a part of myself that I never knew existed.”