College of the Redwoods

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/college-of-the-redwoods

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. How big is College of the Redwoods?Three counties
2. What is the location?South of Eureka, California
3. What is the governing system?California Community Colleges System
4. Where is the College of the Redwoods located?It is south of the city of Eureka in the Redwood Coast region of California.
5. Does the College of the Redwoods have dorms?Yes, it has on‑campus housing, one of only twelve community colleges in California that offers dorm rooms.

California Community Colleges System: A state-wide network of 116 public community colleges offering diverse educational and vocational programs.
Associate Degree: An undergraduate academic degree awarded upon completion of a course of study lasting two to three years.
Open Admissions Policy: An educational policy that admits all high school graduates or GED holders, regardless of academic record.
Credit for Life Experiences: Academic credit awarded for knowledge and skills gained outside traditional classroom settings.