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**Welcome to a new school year at Explore College Prep.**
The purpose of this page is to provide information about topics related to learning. Here you will find ideas to help you work with your kids at home to improve their educational experience.l

=**Uniforms**= Students are in uniform if they are wearing any combination of school colors; dark blue, khaki, and white Students are not admitted to class without a uniform. Loaner uniforms are available in the office The last Friday of each month is a free dress day

**School supplies for 2009-2010**
This is a general list of what students are expected to bring to class Homework notebook or planner Notebooks for each class or three-ring binder Pens and pencils Small pencil sharpener Parents should check with classroom teachers to confirm what supplies are needed

**Parents should know**
Ask your child about their learning targets. They have one for each class. What do you know about the 6th period enrichment program? Who is your child's instructor? Organization is the key to academic progress. Many academic problems are bases on the inability to organize time, work load, and after school commitments. Free tutoring with Whole Systems Learning-Ascension Learning Program 1-888-742-6249 or [[mailto:pearlprogram@yahoo.|pearlprogram@yahoo.

]] **How does this work?** You and your parents/guardians **MUST** attend a 3 hour basic computer class. Your computer will be ready for pick-up on "Computer Distribution Day". **For more information and to register for a class, you need to either:** - CALL  510.893.4822  or email: otxwest@yahoo.com - check out the OTX West website: www.otxwest.org
 * Earn a free home computer**
 * || **The Take Home Computer Program** is available to Oakland Unified students and families, **grades 6-12 only.**

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**After school program**
Did you know there is Homework Assistance-Monday through Thursday from 3:45-4:45? The purpose is to improve students math and English skills. Application forms are in the office.