About Us
Quest Forward Academy Santa Rosa
1500 Farmers Lane
Santa Rosa, California 95405
707-387-1663
The Forward-Thinking High School
Students should be active in and excited about their learning. School is the journey that leads to their futures. Quest Forward Academy challenges them, equipping them with the tools they will need to succeed in a rapidly changing world.
Combining rigorous academics with a solid framework of real-life, valuable skills, Quest Forward Academy is demanding, exciting, engaging—anything but boring.
2017
FOUNDED
97
STUDENTS
15
MENTORS
24
TOTAL STAFF
Just-right class sizes allow for active, project-based learning, personalization geared toward interests and goals, ample opportunities to accelerate, and the attention each student deserves from a mentor. The school will continue to grow toward a target of 200 students, with 50 students per grade.
Part of a Global Network
Quest Forward Academy Santa Rosa is part of a global network of schools that offer Quest Forward Learning to their students. Built on a common vision for high quality, authentic learning and a shared course of study, each Quest Forward Academy is committed to rigorous academics, active learning, and personal growth.
A Truly Unique High School Experience
Located in the heart of Santa Rosa, the Quest Forward Academy campus is optimized in design and form for Quest Forward Learning. The campus features:
- Innovative curriculum
- Lab based science courses
- Digital Design & Maker Space
- Digital literacy & Digital Portfolio opportunities
- Enhanced opportunity for student collaboration.
- TED Ed elective
- Personal college advisor & College Admissions Advantage program
- Pathways program
- National Honor Society Chapter
- Endurable skills for long-term success
“We have a community and curriculum that allows me to be myself and thrive. I get to go deep into what I want and I get more creative to add new things. I also love that the school is so accepting… this school has helped me tremendously to accept myself and be happy. I often refer to the school as my second family because I can talk to anyone and I know they will help me if I need it.”
– Natasha, Student
Interested students are welcomed to experience classes and be a part of Quest Forward Academy for a day. Register today!
Meet the Team
Kris Davison
School Director (Student and Family Services)
John Young
School Director (Mentor/Classroom)
Shianne Buxton
Communications/Operations Manager
Bobbi Barnett
Social & Emotional Counselor
Alaina Mitchell
Academic & College Counselor
Alma Perez
Pathways Coordinator
Kate Tenorio
English Mentor
Amy Carter
English & Social Science Mentor
Karlee Wilkinson
Math Mentor
Mike Herman
Math & Physics Mentor
Mara Armenta
Science Mentor
Meredith Pierson
Science Mentor
Laila Thomas
Marketing Manager STEM & Social Science Mentor
Mac Ketchum
Theater & Communications Mentor
Kyle Hoffman
Social Science Mentor
Sandra Novia
Studio Art & Mixed Media Mentor
Kaveh Hedayati
Spanish Mentor
Joy Trainor
Front Desk Communications
Check out our open positions and apply.
“One thing that’s different here from another school, and it’s kind of what makes me really excited to come to school, is all the mentors… I’ve never been super keen on English and Social Science. But being here has really changed that for me, and I started to enjoy writing and to enjoy reading, and I improved in writing and reading.”
– Zach, Student
A School Year that Makes Sense
The academic year consists of:
- Four terms, eight to nine weeks each
- Two-week winter intersession
This schedule enables innovative, personalized programming for students. The intersession provides opportunities for:
- Intensive work in electives
- Internships or work experiences
- Independent projects
- A change of pace from the core academic content
Summer activities provide students with opportunities to catch up in courses, as well as new opportunities for service learning, internships, project work, and electives.
Days with Structure and Flexibility
- Frequent class meetings, including block periods offered weekly.
- Dedicated academic time for pathways
- Academic study hall and 1-to-1 student and mentorship time
- Students have regular opportunities for field trips and other exploratory projects in the surrounding community as part of our City as Campus program.
A Typical Day: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
- 8:00 a.m.: Academy doors opens.
- 8:45 am: Advisory/Homeroom
- 9:00 a.m.: Classes Begin (Periods 1-3)
- 11:55 a.m.: Lunch
- 12:35 p.m.: Classes continue (periods 4-6)
- 3:30 p.m.: Classes end. Additional work time and mentor support.
Tuesday Schedule
- 8:00 a.m.: Academy doors opens.
- 8:45 a.m.: Advisory/Homeroom
- 9:00 a.m.: Classes Begin (Block periods 1-2)
- 11:35 a.m.: Snack
- 11:45 a.m.: Classes continue ( block period 3)
- 1:00 p.m.: Early dismissal for students to facilitate staff meeting and development
Thursday Schedule
- 8:00 a.m.: Academy doors opens.
- 8:45 a.m.: Pathways
- 9:35 a.m.: Classes Begin (Block periods 4-5)
- 12:10p.m.: Lunch
- 1245 p.m.: Classes continue ( block period 6)
- 2:00 p.m.: WIN 1 & 2
- 3:30 pm: Dismissal
Motivated, academically advanced students who are ready to start high school early are welcome at Quest Forward Academy.
Schedules, Calendars, & More
See the current academic calendar and more for enrolled students and their families on the Resources for Families page.
And don’t forget to visit our swag shop and stock up on Quest Forward Academy gear.