Fusion Academy is a fantastic program and a model for what the future could look like in our educational system. What a concept to tailor education to the needs of your child? To be able to go at your own pace and have a teacher that really gets to know how you learn. While this is a business, it should serve as a model for public education as our students have changed yet, our educational system has not. One size fits all is not the answer. Kudos to Fusion for thinking outside the box and offering something different to students that are lost in the conventional way of learning. This is top tier student centered education. read more

Great love what I read about the program for kiddos under the spectrums and a lot of friend have tell me wonderful thing about this school

Futures Academy in Walnut Creek is a phenomenal school. We chose this school for my high school student based on the robustness of their course offerings, individualized approach to teaching and scheduling flexibility, as well as student support. Not only does my son love this school and ALL his teachers, he is also thriving in his new environment (even with a remote first semester). I think Futures is a game changer when it comes to students being part of the education process instead of simply a recipient of curriculum. As a parent it's been nice to be able to reach out directly to teachers and administrators whenever I have questions or need support. My son didn't like the huge campus environment at our local public school and has felt more comfortable at Futures because of its smaller size. They implemented some online group programs this year to help keep students engaged with each other and develop friendships during covid lockdown. Overall Futures has been great for us. I highly recommend the Walnut Creek location as well. The team, led by Dr. Derek Cavilla, is fantastic! read more

We are so grateful that we stepped a bit out of our comfort zone and tried one on one learning at Futures this year! Our son is wrapping up his junior year and he will definitely be attending next year as well. Our only regret is we didn't make the switch sooner , our advice to other parents out there is don't wait! The incredible teachers have managed to get our son engaged in learning again, and dare I say even enjoying it! Consistent, talented, caring, and flexible staff have made this past school year, truly our best so far! We are looking forward to what next year (and beyond) hold! Thank you Futures for taking the fight out of school, it's incredible what that alone does for a relationship with a teenager! Sent from my iPhone read more

Futures Academy offers an amazing one to one opportunity to help students learn. My son took 2 years of German, which was not offered at his high school or other schools in the area. His teacher, Miss Anders, was awesome! My son always looked forward to going to his German lesson. The individual attention at Futures allowed him to learn the concepts/details before advancing forward. Also, he didn't have to compete to ask questions while trying to learn in a big class. My son has been so engaged with the learning; he wants to take more of the classes that they offer ie. AP Chemistry, Robotics, or Personal Finance. read more

Futures Academy has been a life-changing experience for my kids in middle school and high school. Futures Academy has been invaluable, especially in a distance learning format, for the following reasons: 1) 1:1 teacher/student ratio: A) We found the 1:1 interaction to mitigate "learning loss" because the teacher can quickly gage and adjust to a student's level of understanding or engagement. B) We found that a student can truly customize his/her education and thrive. A student will never be stranded on an island, spin one's wheels, &/ drown. A slower student can get individual help to overcome subjects of weakness. Conversely, a high achieving student can accelerate in advanced placement courses beyond the limitation of a public school setting. He/she can take more courses, finish them at a faster rate, &/ take them at an earlier point in one's academic career. C) We found the 1:1 homework aide invaluable because the student is receiving consistent help from the same teachers instead of getting confused by having "too many cooks in the kitchen" in having different teachers &/ aides step in at random times to help with assignments (especially in a distance learning setting). 2) Streamlined administration: Futures Academy streamlined the undue administration, caused by distance learning, so that students can focus on their work instead of spending all their time closing gaps in the administration/managing their grades. For example, the assignments/grades are consistently centralized in one location and consistently posted with a reasonable amount of time to allow a student to plan ahead. Furthermore, the student's online calendar is updated real time instead of having to manually update one's calendar after being inundated with last-minute emails from teachers with updated meetings. 3) It sticks to the core values of education: In a general sense, we really like Futures Academy because the school culture is nurturing and very inclusive yet it adheres to keeping politics separate from school. Futures Academy has been life-changing for both our kids. We are now seeing a stronger, smarter, and more powerful version of themselves. Within the first week of starting school, our son was moved up from 8th grade math to advanced math. He is earning straight A's in all his classes. He's also established a new set of friends with similar interests and is thriving again. Our daughter was moved into more Honors and AP courses beyond the limits in public high school and is earning straight A's. We could not be more grateful to Walnut Creek Futures Academy. In time, our kids will look back at the teachers and recognize that a little bit of love made all the difference in the world. read more

Highly recommended for students struggling with focusing in large classroom settings. Definitely worth, at least a phone call, to Derek Cavilla; Head of Futures Academy. Cavilla and his staff work well with students who have been diagnosed with ADD/ADHD. My child went from straight F grades to A and B grades; which greatly improved his confidence and self-esteem!! read more

Futures Academy has a relatively new Campus Director as of last school year. Because of his intellect, knowledge, years of professional personal experience and refined yet humorous personality, he has made this school into a higher caliber educational institution serving international students together with many locals. Teachers and staff are very caring. They have given my son individualized attention which has given him more challenges and opportunities to show and to utilize his abilities. Course content can be adjusted depending on the child's level and needs.There are many choices of electives, including languages to choose from. Staff value respect and include input and opinions as parents. Advisory Meetings, various individual meetings and field trips are just some of the ways for parents to be involved. School Advisors are very approachable and make it easy to set up last minute meetings if possible. The "Guided Study" program for homework study has been very useful and has helped with managing student's time and priorities in a quiet, respectful and well directed environment. Futures Academy is a safe learning environment where students can excel in academics and be social in a nonjudgmental surrounding. read more

My son is one of those 2E kids. He's really thriving going to high school here. I'm confident the curriculum is preparing him for college and have a clear map of what he needs to do to get there. Last year I was not so comfortable, but with the new staff, this place has greatly improved. read more

My son has been going to Futures Academy for 3 years and I can honestly say, he is thriving and enjoying school. The teachers have made school such a great experience and they take time out to learn the childs learning style. The staff and teachers are easily assessable with any concern and they address it immediatly. Futures wants to make sure your child succeeds and flourishes. And who doesn't want that for their child. This school is AWESOME!!!!! read more

Futures Academy has made high school so much easier for my daughter, who was failing out of public school. She was on her way to not graduating on time, failing out of all her classes, and just not enjoying learning in the public high school she was in before Futures Academy. She is not a kid that learns at a quick pace, nor someone who learns in the traditional read and respond type of environment (she has a 504 for learning disabilities), and going to Futures made all the difference in getting her a quality education, helping her learn in ways that are better for her understanding. Futures is a 1:1 education (in class) so that learning and questions are focused on the individual learning. Not everything has to be learned straight out of a book, sometimes hands on, or visual learning is what a kid needs, and Futures Academy can cater to those needs of a student. Even though the school is small, they have social clubs, hwk clubs, field trips and all the things that go with being a Senior (prom, grad night, graduation). If your child needs an education that is catered to their learning style, then Futures is the place for your child! read more

Futures Academy has had such a big impact on our daughter and us as a whole family. She actually enjoys going to school again and is interested and thriving. The unique concept of 1:1 teaching makes it possible for students to go at their own pace. Even though the classes are on an individual basis, there is still plenty of possibilities to interact with other kids in the same or other grades through workshops, clubs or elective classes. We have had a fantastic experience with Derek and his whole team of educators that are dedicated, knowledgeable, funny and invested in the future of their students. The only thing we regret is not leaving the public school system earlier. read more

Futures academy has made a world of difference for my son. He started 9th grade in Public High School and struggled with grades and socially. We decided to send him to futures for one to one teaching. He planned on returning senior year to public school but enjoyed Futures , so he decided to stay and graduate from Futures Academy. Cynthia at the front desk is wonderful. She works great with the students and the parents. His teachers Miss. Sagan and Miss Anders are awesome. He will miss them after he graduates. The one to one teaching has helped my son focus more and have raised his grades to a 3.5 GPA. He also likes being able to set his own schedule. Being Futures is a small school, they make every effort to make it feel like a High School. They provides kids with field trips, Prom, Grad Night to Disneyland, leadership club and other clubs, offer AP classes and do a great job to prepare them for college. read more

Both our sons attend Futures and it is a remarkable place of learning. The director Derek C. and the entire faculty is just amazing. The school so innovative and ahead of the game with it's unique approach to education. The teachers are international, passionate and well versed in their subjects. I truly believe that Futures philosophy and approach to education is the future! read more

My daughter was trying to catch up on some high school classes. So, we looked into Futures summer program. The process was smooth, scheduling terrific and the 1:1 student teacher ratio was a perfect fit. She thrived! She was up on time, engaged with the instructors and curriculum, completed her homework and assessments. All around very pleased from start to finish with the Futures program. read more

My daughter was having a hard time with virtual learning and while I tried to reach out to her teachers they were equally overwhelmed. It started to have a significant on her grades and confidence. We were very disappointed at how our public HS was managing in the virtual environment so in the middle of the first semester of school (10th grade) we reached out to Futures. We quickly went through the process and were able to create a plan for my daughter in a matter of a week, taking her through the entire 10th grade year so she could remain on track. She remained at Futures for the entire school year and decided to take extra courses during the Summer. My daughter and I were thrilled with the very high touch, the teachers were strong and I felt my daughter learned far more than she would have had she stayed in previous HS. My daughter's confidence is back and she is going into her Junior year feeling good about school again. Derek, the program head, Nicole (campus coordinator), and all the Teachers are beyond responsive and attentive. I have been extremely happy with this environment and grateful for the option. read more