Academia Cesar Chavez (ACC) works to improve educational opportunities for children and families. ACC is a culturally competent community school dedicated to a community-based holistic approach to education through quality academics. ACC is open for full-day kindergarten through 5th grade and will add one grade every year through 12th grade. ACC programs focus on helping students achieve academic success through strong programs that are aligned with Minnesota state graduation standards and high academic achievement expectations. ACC also integrates Latino culture, language, and values throughout the academic program using thematic teaching approaches. To supplement the student education programs, ACC also offers after-school academic enrichment (NCLR’s Academia del Pueblo), parent educational support, and seeks strategic partnerships with CBOs, businesses, and higher education institutions. At ACC, the staff share a commitment to modeling values such as respect, dignity, responsibility, social justice, and teamwork.