Parents, mayor urge board to support American Classical Academy Rutherford

Mar 5, 2026

Multiple parents, a student and La Verne’s mayor told the board they support the new American Classical Academy Rutherford (ACAR), arguing the charter offers distinctive classical curriculum, strong community engagement and has improved options for families in Rutherford County.

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Several public commenters used the board’s public comment period to urge continued support for the American Classical Academy Rutherford (ACAR), defending the school against metrics shown at a prior Feb. 19 meeting and asking board members to visit the campus.

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