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Comedy Night featuring Alex Thomas
Guild Theater
Get ready for a night of non-stop laughter at Comedy Night at The Guild Theater!
Sunday Movie Matinee
Guild Theater
Get ready for a year of cinematic adventures with Free Family Movies at the Guild Theater!
Join us on the first Sunday of each month for a fun-filled afternoon of free movie screenings that the whole family will love!
St. HOPE Academy Founded by Kevin Johnson
July 1989
St. HOPE began in 1989 as an afterschool program in a portable classroom at Sacramento High School
After 13 years, St. HOPE realized that an after school program simply wasn’t enough to dramatically improve the academic outcomes of children, that it would be necessary to establish and run our own schools.
In 2003, St. HOPE Public Schools was founded as a preK-12 independent charter school district that provides high-quality education to nearly 2,000 students.
St. HOPE Facility Grand Opening
January 1992
7,000 square foot facility opening at 4101 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
40 acres Art & Cultural Center Grand Opening
May 2003
St. HOPE’s largest economic development project opened with Underground Books, Uncle Jed’s Cut Hut, Starbucks and the Guild Theater.
40 Acres is the jewel of the SHDC efforts in the Oak Park community. The building was the historic Woodruff Hotel which was build in 1922 and was renovated by St. HOPE Development company in 2003.
The 23,000 sq. ft. mixed use facility includes:
- Guild Theater
- Underground Books
- Old Soul Coffee House
- Coopers Wine Bar
- Upper Room Apartments
Looking for an Office in Oak Park?
Come join the movement, by bringing your business to Oak Park.
St. HOPE has an office vacancy in a charming Victorian commercial property that offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern convenience. Spanning 763 square feet, this space is ideal space for a professional office.
More than just a rental space, this office is an opportunity to become a part of Sacramento’s rich history while growing your business in a thriving community. Don’t miss out on the chance to make this unique space your own!
Sac High Alumni Spotlight: Samantha (Santi) Gunderson, Class of 2011
Samantha (Santi) Gunderson is a proud third-generation Sac High graduate. Growing up in an environment where both staff and students shared a collective goal—to strive for betterment for themselves and each other—Santi found herself surrounded by a culture deeply rooted in academic excellence. At Sac High, the expectation that students would continue their education beyond graduation was woven into the school’s culture.
Oak Park Speaker Series Features Award Winning Actor Jay Ellis
Join us for the next Oak Park Speaker Series at the Guild Theater on August 19 for an exciting evening with Award Winning Actor Jay Ellis as he discusses his new book “Did Everyone Have an Imaginary Friend (or Just Me)?“.
Now Enrolling for the 2024-25 School Year: Join Our St. HOPE Public Schools Family
Enrollment is underway as we gear up for the 2024-25 school year! Our schools are excited for some new features and returning favorites. Our BRAND NEW PS7 Elementary campus is well under way with new rooms being finished every day. PS7 Middle School is adding new athletic programs this upcoming school year to support scholars in exploring their passions. Sac High is expanding the Dual Enrollment program to serve EVERY grade level – Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors AND Seniors.
A Year of Highlights & Preparing for a Special Guest
President's Message - 7.16.24
I hope that you all are having a good summer and are staying cool as we weather the hot temperatures. We wrapped up a fantastic school year at PS7 and Sac High – please check out our 2023-24 highlights video that features our scholars’ successes and showcases our schools’ innovative and exciting programs.
Sacramento’s Juneteenth events feature The 1619 Project creator at Oak Park’s Guild Theater
With Juneteenth this week Sacramento has parties, marches and more in celebration.
This Wednesday, the California Black Agricultural Working Group will host a celebration at the Capitol State Park as well as a resource fair. People are invited to “experience our unique California Journey from Slavery to Freedom here in the Great State of California,” according to the organization’s flyer.
Celebrating College-Bound Sac High Graduates
We are thrilled that this year, 95% of Sac High seniors were accepted into four-year colleges including 8 University of California campuses, 18 California State University campuses, and 23 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). In May, we hosted Signing Day where our seniors formally committed to their university of choice. Some of the universities that Sac High seniors will attend in fall 2024 include Cornell University, Howard University, Clark Atlanta University, UC Berkeley, UC Santa Barbara, UC Davis, CSU Long Beach, and San Jose State University.
Sac High Alumni Spotlight: Uriah Derlantiss, Class of 2020
Uriah Derlantiss’ time at Sac High fostered a supportive educational environment and strong community ties. At Sac High, Uriah excelled academically, graduating with a 4.06 GPA. The school’s emphasis on a college-going culture played a significant role in her success. She appreciated that the school offered numerous Advanced Placement (AP) courses and held events that connected students with higher education opportunities. Uriah says the teachers and staff at St. HOPE taught her essential life skills, including perseverance, flexibility, and effective communication.
Join Us for the 4th Annual Juneteenth Block Party on Saturday, June 15
You won’t want to miss St. HOPE’s 4th annual Juneteenth Block Party at 40 Acres event on Saturday, June 15 from 4-9pm that will take place in and around the 40 Acres Complex in Oak Park (35th Street and Broadway). The free event will have activities for everyone, including a kids zone, live music, black-owned vendors, cultural activities and of course amazing food! We have a great lineup of performances which include:
Featured bands include the return of the Shawn Raiford Band, the Tina Turner tribute and Klymaxx as the headliner
Oak Park Speaker Series Features New York Times bestselling Author Nikole Hannah-Jones to Discuss Her Book The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story
Underground Books is excited to host another sold out event at the Guild Theater on Thursday, June 13 from 6-8pm for an evening featuring Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones. Nikole covered racial injustice for The New York Times Magazine and is the creator of the landmark The 1619 Project, now a Hulu original docuseries. Originally a special project of The New York Times Magazine, The 1619 Project book debuted at #1 on The New York Times bestseller list.
Sac High Recognized as Honor Roll School by Educational Results Partnership
We are thrilled that Sac High was named to the Educational Results Partnership (ERP) Honor Roll, which recognizes top schools in California that have outperformed their peers in closing achievement gaps, particularly among higher-poverty and historically disadvantaged student populations.
Exciting News for St. HOPE
President's Message - 6.11.24
It’s hard to believe that the school year is over and summer is here. We are excited to be offering vibrant summer programs for our scholars including the first ever St. HOPE Inspire U Academy that provides activities to promote creativity and personal growth. Our scholars have the opportunity to choose from a variety of FREE 2-week camps focused on dancing, painting, swimming, cooking, music, arts and crafts, STEAM, and more. We also have credit recovery and academic programs for our scholars who need additional support.
Sac High Alumni Spotlight: Jonathan Hunn, Class of 2004
While at Sac High, Jonathan Hunn was part of the honors program and played football for the Dragons. He immersed himself in the rigorous coursework which he says set him up for success in college. He also enjoyed the camaraderie and leadership opportunities that came with being captain of the football team and part of the ROTC program.
St. HOPE Public School Hosts Career Fair and College Field Trips
Last month, Sac High hosted a Career Fair to connect our high school scholars with representatives from different agencies, businesses, and colleges. Over 100 students participated in the event where they used their Career Fair “Passport” to network with professionals, discover exciting new opportunities, and explore possible careers in a comfortable environment.
4th Annual Juneteenth Block Party
Saturday, June 15
We hope you can join us for St. HOPE’s 4th annual Juneteenth Block Party at 40 Acres event on Saturday, June 15 from 4-9pm that will take place in and around the 40 Acres Complex in Oak Park (35th Street and Broadway). The free event will have activities for everyone, including a kids zone, live music, black-owned vendors, cultural activities and of course amazing food! We have a great lineup of performances which include:
Featured bands include the return of the Shawn Raiford Band, the Tina Turner tribute and Klymaxx as the headliner
Sac High Scholars Selected for Prestigious Internship with UC Davis Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Medicine
We are thrilled that Sac High is continuing its partnership with the UC Davis Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Medicine to bring hands-on learning, exposure to science, and lab research opportunities to our high school students.
Graduating the Next Generation of Bridgebuilders
President's Message - 5.27.24
I recently had the pleasure of joining leaders from the Sacramento region on the Metro Chamber’s Cap to Cap trip. The trip was important as we were able to educate federal policymakers about California’s unique needs and priorities and discuss challenges specific to the Sacramento region. The trip also served as an opportunity to network with Sacramento-area friends and colleagues and tell them about all of the work St.
Sac High Scholars Help Bring Affordable Housing Project to Life
Through a partnership with Vrilakas-Groen Architects, a group of Sac High scholars in various grade levels recently learned about the housing industry, and then put their newfound skills to work.
Led by professional architect Ron Vrilakas who has completed several economic development projects in Oak Park, scholars learned about what it takes to bring an affordable housing project to fruition.
Sac High Alumni Spotlight: Tirzah Hubbard, Class of 2009
Tirzah Hubbard attended Sac High in 2005 and graduated in 2009. During her time there, Tirzah chose to take advantage of all the resources the Sac High had to offer. With the help of her advisory teacher and a schedule filled with sports, Tirzah was on the college path early on in high school. She attended Sacramento State University and earned her Bachelors in Communications. Tirzah continued her schooling at Sacramento State and went on to earn her Masters in Education, Behavioral Science, and Gender Equity Studies.
VIP Tickets for Oak Park Black Film Festival Available
VIP Tickets are on sale for the 2024 Oak Park Black Film Festival! The Oak Park Black Film Festival is a celebration of African-American stories and history through cinema showcasing independent features, documentaries and short films by African-American filmmakers. The 3rd annual event will take place at the historic Guild Theater in Oak Park on October 9-13, 2024.