A Tuition Free Public Charter School
A Flexible Studies, K-12 School in Colton Built for You, Not the Crowd.
We replaced the rigid daily schedule with a flexible, supportive system designed to help you succeed.
100% Tuition-Free
No Daily "Bell Schedule"
1:1 Teacher Support
The Freedom to Learn Without Fear.
Large campuses can be overwhelming. Distractions, social anxiety, and rigid schedules often stand in the way of real learning.
At Mojave River Academy, we stripped away the drama to focus on the student. Whether you need to catch up on credits, work a job to support your family, or just need a safe place to breathe, we are here to help.
We Support the Whole Student.
Success is hard if you're hungry or hurting. We provide the resources you need to focus on school.
Mental Health First:
Access to school counselors, therapists, and crisis intervention specialists.
Free Meals:
Nutritious meals provided for every student at our Resource Center.
The Resource Center:
A quiet, safe, physical location in Colton where you can work with teachers or study in peace.
Because Every Student Has a Story.
Hear from the families and teachers who found a sanctuary at Mojave River Academy.
A System That Adjusts to You.
Why the "One-Size-Fits-All" Model Fails—and How We Fix It.
In traditional schools, every student gets the same 'dose' of education—the same textbook,
the same seat, the same schedule. But not every student has the same needs.
At Mojave River Academy, we approach education as an engineering challenge.
We use a Multi-Tiered, Multi-Domain System of Support (MTMDSS) that adapts to your reality:
Tier 1
The Foundation
Every student gets WASC-accredited curriculum and weekly 1:1 meetings with a credentialed teacher.
Tier 2
The Safety Net
If 'life happens'—sickness, anxiety, or work conflicts—we don't drop you. We apply a 'second coat' of support, like extra tutoring or counseling, to catch you before you fall.
Tier 3
Whatever It Takes
For students facing the heaviest storms, we provide intensive support. We meet you where you are to ensure you have a path to graduation.
We don't manage compliance. We manage potential.
20 Years of Leading Flexible Education.
"We aren't new to this. For two decades, Mojave River Academy has been the trusted safety net for thousands of California students. We are fully WASC-accredited and proud to be a tuition-free public school."
Your Local Hub in Colton.
Centrally located and easily accessible. Come visit our safe, modern learning hub designed for student focus.
851 S. Mt. Vernon, Suite 15, Colton, CA 92324
Your Fresh Start is Waiting.
We replaced the rigid daily schedule with a flexible,
supportive system designed to help you succeed.
More than a school—a fresh start. Mojave River Academy is a fully WASC-accredited, tuition-free public charter school.
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