Smiling student in a red hoodie walking down the hallway at Hanna Academy

Student gently interacting with a black lamb during animal care activity

Two students walking together along a shaded outdoor walkway at Hanna Academy

Student smiling outdoors at Hanna Academy

Instructor and students working together on a mechanical project in the workshop

Outdoor campus area with shaded seating and greenery at Hanna Academy

wo students talking and walking outside on campus

Hanna Academy gymnasium with basketball court and Hawks welcome sign

Student wearing safety goggles using a woodworking machine in class

Believing in the Future

Welcome to Hanna Academy, California's most beautiful nonpublic school (NPS) with a new residential program.

About Hanna Academy

Believing in the Future

At Hanna Academy, young people can break free of a challenging scholastic past and chart a path to success.

Every student has their own strengths, needs, and goals—and we tailor our curriculum to match. Grounded in trauma-informed care and driven by individualized education plans (IEPs), Hanna Academy’s academic program blends core subjects with life skills, career prep, and wellness supports. Whether it’s mastering algebra through real-world projects or discovering a passion in our hands-on CTE program, students learn in ways that make sense to them.

Discover Hanna Academy

Referrals

Wondering if Hanna Academy is right for your student? Learn about our referral process.

Make a Referral

By the Numbers

2023

Hanna Academy became a nonpublic high school

72

Students served over the 24-25 school year

24

Beds for the Residential Program

90

Acre campus to learn and grow

Career Technical Education Program

Your Path. Your Pace. Your Potential.

Hanna Academy focuses on tailoring instruction and curriculum to each individual student. Our CTE electives expose students to career pathways before allowing them the choice to specialize in the field of their interest.

Education Path

Health

This pathway builds real-life skills and confidence through first responder training and emergency care.

Learn More

Education Path

Construction Trades

Learners shape raw materials into lasting projects through woodworking, welding, and hands-on building.

Learn More

Education Path

Technology for Industry

Students explore coding, design, electronics, and 3D printing to prepare for the future of work.

Learn More

Education Path

Culinary

Preparing students for careers in the food service industry.

Learn More

Learn More About Our CTE Program

Residential Program

Live Where You Learn. Thrive Where You're Supported

Our Residential Program is fully committed to our students’ success and well-being.

Hanna Academy’s residential program offers an opportunity for youth who reside too far away from the school to live on campus while receiving an specialized education and support. With a student-to-staff ratio of one staff member to six students, our residential program goes beyond school hours to provide recreation and case management.

Learn More About Our Residential Program

Students playing a board game in a lounge.

Exterior view of a Hanna Academy campus building.

Student vacuuming a carpet in a common area.

Student reading a book while sitting with a stuffed animal.

Student in red hoodie walking down the school hallway.

Mr. Snowden was my favorite teacher; I really enjoyed learning from him. He introduced me to welding, the first path that I loved and could see making a career out of. He gave me focus where before, I had no direction.”

Mike Hanna Academy Student

Student standing and smiling outdoors at Hanna Academy.

They don’t give up on me, they will meet me where I am, they give me grace and also help me to do my best.”

Alex Hanna Academy Student

I really feel like the teachers care about me and how successful I am in life.”

Richard Hanna Academy Student

Student Life

A Community That Feels Like Home

Hanna students bring their whole selves. So do we.

Whether it’s Spirit Week, trips to Giants games, or a high five outside the Hawk’s Nest, our students are at the heart of this campus. With incentive programs like Hanna Bucks and a growing rec program, students are recognized for showing up and trying. This is school where individuality is celebrated, student voices are centered, and fun has a purpose.

Learn More About Student Life