Enrollment

Applications for spring 2026 will be available to families starting on November 3, 2025 and closes on December 3, 2025.

Log into Aeries Parent Portal or create an account to apply. For more information on enrollment, please call Independence School at (209) 331-8008.

Aeries Parent Portal

Application Instructions

  1. Log in to your Aeries Parent Portal.
  2. Under Notifications, click on School of Choice Student Transfer Request.
  3. Click Create New School of Choice Request.
  4. Fill in the application fields.
  5. Click Save.

 

About our Program

What to Expect

Expect a close-knit family atmosphere at Valley Robotics Academy with trained staff who know and care for the individual needs of every student. Frequent communication with families on student progress and schoolwide expectations of kindles are staples at VRA
 

K-12 Public School of Choice

  • Open to all students
  • Kindergarten through 12th Grade
  • Small class sizes
  • Regular Monday-Friday class schedule
  • STEAM integrated curriculum and electives
  • All students in Lodi Unified or surrounding districts are eligible

Other Highlights

  • K-6 dedicated STEAM time
  • 8th grade career-connected programs and opportunities
  • Competitive e-sports team
  • 3D printing
  • VEX, LEGO, and Sphero Robotics
     

Advisory Period

  • Bi-Weekly class period
  • Teachers meet with assigned grade level
  • Grade checks and advising
  • Ensures student academic and social success
  • Teacher communicates with families
     

Dual Enrollment at Delta College

  • Dual-enrolled at Delta starting in 9th grade
  • Free tuition, books, and supplies
  • Transportation to Delta provided
  • Earn an associate's degree at the time of high school graduation