OUR SCHOOL
Urban Planning
​Charette High School’s Urban Planning Pathway empowers students to explore how cities are designed, built, and sustained through the lens of equity, innovation, and community voice. Over four years, students engage in a sequence of three Urban Planning courses from grades 9–11 that introduce them to topics such as architecture, geography, environmental sustainability, transportation systems, housing, and civic engagement. In grade 12, students apply their knowledge in a rigorous Urban Planning Capstone course, where they research and design solutions to real urban challenges in Providence. Through collaboration with community partners such as Providence Planning Department and Veteran Affairs, students gain authentic, hands-on experiences that connect classroom learning to the real world.
Academic Excellence
At Charette High School, academic excellence means ensuring every student demonstrates both meaningful growth and achievement. We believe that students learn best when they are supported with strong, research-based instructional practices and materials, along with clear opportunities to advance their skills over time. Our commitment is to help each learner close gaps, build confidence, and master rigorous content so they are fully prepared for the demands of college or a chosen career path. Academic excellence at Charette is more than test scores—it is about equipping students with the knowledge, habits, and resilience needed for long-term success. Through high expectations and personalized support, we ensure all students are positioned to thrive beyond high school
The Students
Students at Charette are at the heart of everything we do. You are empowered to become learners — setting goals for your learning, reflecting on your progress, and building the habits and mindsets that will help you thrive in college, career, and life. With guidance from dedicated teachers and mentors, you learn to take ownership of your education and develop the skills needed to shape your future.
Throughout your journey, you’ll be supported by your teachers, school leaders, and parents/guardians as you:
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Take responsibility for when and how you learn content.
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Set learning goals and make plans to achieve them.
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Reflect deeply on how you learn best and use that awareness to grow.
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Apply your learning to authentic projects that impact your community.
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Extracurricular Activities
Charette is a member of the Rhode Island Interscholastic League (RIIL). Students can participate fully in Hope High School’s Athletics; or the student may choose to participate in another Providence High School that is nearer to their home.
In addition, there are varied and rich extracurricular arts and leadership organizations in the city that are open to any Providence student. "The All Course Network (ACN) is a statewide course catalog that lets students take free courses at colleges, schools, or online." Through the ACN or staff guidance, students find their way to arts, college access and/or career interest programs. Learn more about ACN here ACN course offerings
We are also located around the corner from AS220 which offers free after-school arts classes for teens. To learn more about their programs click the link below. AS220 Programs
Sabanna Berrios - Charette Class of '23
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