Preparing Today's Students for
Tomorrow's Opportunities

Merced Scholars Charter School is a community initiated and supported charter school for grades 6-12. It operates as a public school supported by the Merced County Office of Education. MSCS offers instruction in a personalized learning session with a certificated teacher. Our mission is to provide a collaborative culture for parents, staff and community partners while supporting career and college preparatory information and guidance for a seamless transition into higher education.

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Upcoming Events


  • Picture Make-Up Day
    November 3, 2008
  • ELA CAHSEE Testing
    November 4, 2008
  • Math CAHSEE Testing
    November 5, 2008
  • Veteran’s Day
    November, 11, 2008
  • Advisory Board Meeting
    November 18, 2008
  • Senior Career College Seminar
    November 19, 2008
  • Thanksgiving Recess
    Nov. 24 – Nov. 28, 2008
  • End of First Semester
    December 12, 2008
  • Winter Recess
    December 15, 2008 – January 2, 2009

What We Offer

  • Grades 6 - 12 home schooling support in a publicly funded program.
  • Curriculum aligned with the California Content Standards and Frameworks.
  • UC approved courses that meet a-g requirements.
  • Flexible scheduling and selection of courses for both the student and parent.
  • Weekly contact with a certificated teacher.
  • Enrichment Programs.
  • Opportunities to accelerate at the individual student's pace.
  • Cumulative records, including transcripts.
  • State-mandated standardized testing.
  • MSCS classes are transferable to other public high schools.
  • Opportunity for college ready students to take Merced College classes while still attending high school.

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MSCS Staff Members

Sherry HousleySherry Housley
Vice-Principal
(209) 381-5165 x6533

Marilyn Anderson Marilyn Anderson
Teacher
(209) 381-5165 x6537

Sandra Scheidt Sandra Scheidt
Teacher
(209) 381-5165 x6536

Anna Miller Anna Miller
Teacher
(209) 381-5165 x6538

Kristyn LopezKristyn Lopez
Teacher
(209) 381-5165 x6534

Maria VillanuevaMaria Villanueva
Teacher
(209) 381-5165 x6535

Maria VillanuevaKathryn Sinclear
Teacher
(209) 381-5165 x6539

Maria VillanuevaCindy Strange
Secretary
(209) 381-5165 x6531

Maria VillanuevaMonica Maldonado
Office Assistant
(209) 381-5165 x6532