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Sierra School of San Joaquin

Designed to nurture your student’s academic, social, and behavioral growth, Sierra School of San Joaquin provides individualized instruction in smaller, structured classrooms. Our private day school goes beyond what typical classrooms provide, offering an evidence-based approach including a comprehensive range of specialized services and a team of highly-trained educators to help students—and their families—shine.

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School Info

Address

2106 Cherokee Road
Stockton, CA 95205

Hours
Mon – Fri 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Grades
K-12

Phone
1-209-774-9339

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Sierra School of San Joaquin is where students with academic, emotional, and behavioral needs uncover their potential through individualized learning that goes beyond what most classrooms can offer. In our private day schools, we meet each student where they are.

Smaller class sizes and high-quality, student-centered instruction allow our teachers, therapists, and staff to build strong connections with each student in nurturing, respectful, structured, and positive learning environments. Drawing from a comprehensive range of specialized services, Sierra School educators implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to help each student shine—at school, at home, and in the community.

Our students benefit from SESI’s Integrated Multi-Tiered Systems of Support that:

    • Individually support each student’s academic, behavioral, and emotional needs
    • Prevent barriers to learning in our classroom environments
    • Connect our team with students, staff, families and district partners to ensure the growth of essential skills outside of the classroom setting

Through evidence-based, data-driven instruction that is aligned with your student’s strengths and IEP goals, we meet your student where they are. In other words, we do not tier your student, we tier our supports to uniquely meet your student’s needs.

Strong relationships with our students, families, and school district partners are our highest priority. Together, we shine a bright light on the possibility and untapped potential of every Sierra School student.

Related services offered at this school include counseling services, transition and life skills program, sensory rooms and motor lab programs tailored to student needs.

Discover What Sets Sierra School of San Joaquin Apart

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Our Learning Pathways

  • Spark: Academic and Behavior Support​

    Spark: Academic and Behavior Support​

    Students We Serve

    • Students with strong academic potential and behavioral or emotional challenges
    • Learners impacted by trauma, adversity, or unstable home environments
    • Students navigating school avoidance, anxiety, or juvenile justice involvement
    • Those needing support with regulation, peer relationships, and trust-building
    Spark Student Profiles
  • Spring: Instruction and Life Skills​

    Spring: Instruction and Life Skills​

    Students We Serve

    • Students with learning disabilities, autism, or communication delays
    • Learners preparing for adulthood with support needs in academics and life skills
    • Students who benefit from structured routines, repetition, and visuals
    Spring Student Profiles
  • Bloom: Functional Communication and Daily Living

    Bloom: Functional Communication and Daily Living

    Students We Serve

    • Students with significant cognitive and/or physical impairments who are nonverbal or minimally verbal
    • Learners who need close support with communication, transitions, and self-care
    • Students who thrive in calm, structured, sensory-friendly environments
    Bloom Student Profiles
  • Academic and Behavioral Support

    Academic and Behavioral Support

    We cultivate learning environments where instruction aligns with industry standards and district-specific curriculum requirements and ongoing support encourages prosocial behavior inside and outside the classroom.

  • Individualized Student Support

    Individualized Student Support

    We are passionate about fostering all facets of growth—academic, behavioral, and emotional—ensuring students are nurtured as a whole person and develop the skills they need to achieve rewarding futures.

  • Successful Transitions

    Successful Transitions

    Whether students are transitioning to a less restrictive environment, progressing toward graduation, or earning a certificate of completion, we help ensure they receive the individualized guidance and support they need to reach their full potential.

Meet Our Team

With deep experience and dedication to helping all students discover their full potential, our leaders provide an unwavering commitment to supporting our teachers, therapists, and other staff while fostering relationships with families and district partners.

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  • Aunyia is an experienced education leader who brings a wealth of knowledge and skills to Sierra School of San Joaquin. Born and raised in Maryland, Aunyia served as a dean of students for several years in Maryland and Atlanta schools. She works closely with academic teams, support personnel, parents, the community, and most importantly, her students to ensure a safe and creative learning environment.

    With a proven track record as a transformative leader, Aunyia has had the opportunity to work with a diverse range of students from various backgrounds and at all academic levels. She is dedicated to leading with equity and helps students and staff members achieve their goals and realize their full potential. Her driving force is always to serve and support each student at all times.

  • Timothy is a native of Stockton, Ca born and raised. He had the opportunity to live in Washington State for a bit during his childhood. He comes from a musically inclined family with a history of careers in music and teaching, and always had an impeccable ear for mimicking things he heard vocally and on instruments. His parents noticed this musical capability, and started Timothy out with drum lessons. This turned into a lifelong passion.

    In 2004, Timothy began working with kids at his local neighborhood after school program, and has since then branched out to also working with young adults and various youth organizations around the city and county.

    Timothy’s love for music has allowed him the opportunity to travel the country singing, but also connect with multiple generations. It also motivated him to go back to school, and graduate with his bachelor’s degree in music in 2022. His passion for working with youth and young adults allows him to pour back into students in & out of a school setting, and help mentor them, showing them that “anything is possible, if you put your mind to it, and apply yourself.”

What People Are Saying

Across our schools and programs, we’re proud to partner with families, educators, and district leaders to support student success. Hear firsthand how our collaborative approach, experienced staff, and commitment to individualized education are making a lasting impact in classrooms and communities.

  • ALL staff are so great. Very grateful for each and every one of the staff there.

    Julie O.
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Events & Stories

  • School Events and Stories

    Chuck E. Cheese, March 2025
    Students from the Sierra School of San Joaquin attended a field trip to Chuck E. Cheese in March 2025.
    April 16, 2025
  • School Events and Stories

    Jelly Bean Factory, Field Trip Feb 2025
    Students from Sierra School of San Joaquin attended a field trip to the Jelly Belly Self-Guided Factory Tours in February…
    April 16, 2025
  • School Events and Stories

    Children Museum Field Trip Jan 2025
    Children’s Museum Field Trip Jan 2025
    March 3, 2025

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FAQ’s

  • If you work at a school district and want to learn more about our school and the referral process, the next step is to contact us directly. We’ll provide detailed information about our programs, answer your questions, and set-up a time for you to come tour our program.

  • We individualize the learning experience by creating a tailored plan for each student based on their unique strengths, needs, and goals. This includes personalized instruction, behavioral support, and regular progress monitoring to ensure growth academically, socially, and emotionally. By collaborating closely with families and school districts, we provide a supportive environment where every student can thrive.

  • The next step is to contact us to schedule a tour of our school. This will give you the opportunity to meet our team, explore our facilities, and learn more about how we can support your child.

  • You can schedule a tour by calling our office or filling out the contact form on our website. Our team will work with you to find a convenient time for your visit.

  • We take a holistic approach to education, integrating academic instruction with behavioral support. Small class sizes allow for personalized attention, and our experienced staff uses evidence-based strategies and high-leverage practices to help students build confidence, self-regulation skills, and positive relationships.

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