Chapel
“When we were founded in 1975, the public school system in Oakland was divided between the haves and the have-nots. Some 55 years ago, the people of St. Paul's Church saw the need to find a way to integrate schools; the public school system wasn't making it happen.”
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In our weekly chapel assemblies, students become teachers, solidifying their learning in the process, as they present and engage the school community on academic, social, and cultural themes from the classroom, affinity groups, and community engaged learning. Chapel preparation is multidisciplinary, featuring aspects of academics, writing, music, live performance, and public speaking. We cultivate a caring atmosphere where students may learn from each other about experience beyond their own and about the importance of supporting one another. We do not teach or promote religion.
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Planning a Visit?
You’re invited to join in our celebration! All are welcome. Please contact Simrita Dhanjal in our Admissions Office to arrange your visit: sdhanjal@spes.org
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