Calaveras River Academy (CRA) serves as an alternative school for students in grades six through twelve who reside in Calaveras County. The focus of the Community School is to remediate identifiable weaknesses with the students known strengths while building self-image and personal worth.

CRA believes in the worth of each student and strives to meet each individual's needs. Emphasis is also placed on community services and numerous activities are organized which involve students directly with community projects.