Pacific View Charter School is a K - 12 public school that opened in August 1999. The school provides the Oceanside and neighboring communities an educational alternative to the traditional school setting. Enrollment at the school is strictly on a voluntary basis. Students in San Diego County and in any neighboring county are free to attend. Pacific View Charter School's enrollment has grown from 132 in its first year of operation to 260 in its fifth year of operation. Pacific View Charter School strives to provide an educational opportunity for all students to work independently or in a small group setting and to pursue personalized educational plans created by the parents, students, and teachers. These plans provide for continuing academic progress and reflect the students' yearly goals and objectives. The staff of Pacific View Charter School desires to work in an atmosphere of collaboration and mutual understanding with all who attend. The learning team consists of the Supervisory Teacher, student, and parent. Parents are an integral part of their child's educational success and have an active voice in the governance of Pacific View Charter School.