Sierra Academy of Expeditionary Learning
Education Administration ProgramsCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
Sierra Academy of Expeditionary Learning (SAEL) is a charter high school program in Nevada City, California that emphasizes project-based learning within the EL Education framework. The school engages students in interdisciplinary work that centers on real-world problems and culminates in a high-quality product with an authentic purpose, supported by a mastery-based grading approach and a Growth Mindset. SAEL integrates fieldwork, adventure, and service learning, connecting classroom study with field experiences and engagement with professionals and real locations related to the subject matter. The program focuses on personalized learning pathways and critical thinking, offering students opportunities to learn through experiences outside traditional classroom settings. Located in Nevada City, SAEL operates as part of the education administration landscape and serves students through a model that values hands-on application, feedback, and student growth.