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SPACE · ENGINEERING · MISSION DESIGN
NASA Space Missions
Research, engineer, test, document and present through a two-part mission pathway inspired by real aerospace challenges.
Explore the mission ↗ San Jose + Live Online · K–12
Give their curiosity somewhere extraordinary to go.
Small-group learning where students build, publish, present,
experiment—and discover what they can do.
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SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES
Three remarkable
flagship journeys.
These are RAAC's signature experiences—not our entire class catalog. Keep scrolling to discover weekly options across STEM, math, writing, art, anatomy, culinary learning, and more.
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IMPACT
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FINANCE · ENTREPRENEURSHIP · BUSINESS LAUNCH
Million Dollar Mindset
Students navigate money decisions, a virtual stock-market simulation, business creation, and the confidence of pitching an original idea.
Build the mindset ↗
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WRITING · VOICE · ORIGINAL MANUSCRIPT
RAAC Published
Young authors develop an original idea, shape a manuscript, revise with purpose, and experience what it means to take their voice seriously.
Begin the story ↗Explore RAAC Academy
Classes for Every Stage of Learning.
Choose from flexible weekly K–12 classes or explore one of RAAC Academy’s immersive Signature Programs. Families can browse the current schedule by grade level to find the right fit.
Weekly K–12 Classes
Build a Schedule That Fits Your Learner.
RAAC offers a broad mix of academic and enrichment classes across grade levels. Use the Schedule page to see what is currently available for your child and compare options by grade band.
Small-Group Learning More attention, participation, and mentorship.
Hands-On Approach Students learn through doing, creating, and applying.
Flexible Course Choice Choose the classes that best match your child’s needs and interests.
High School Academic Highlight
UC A–G Courses Available
Select weekly high-school offerings include Algebra, Economics, and American Government.RAAC at a Glance
The Impact Behind RAAC Academy
Small-group learning backed by authentic student outcomes, academic opportunities, and years of hands-on education.
1:14 Mentor Ratio
UC A–G Approved Courses
Published Student Authors
11+ Years Educating Students
2× National NASA Champions
150+ Families Served
2021 2023
Nationally Recognized Student Achievement
A National NASA Championship Legacy
RAAC students do more than study STEM—they take on mission-style engineering challenges that require teamwork, testing, analysis, iteration, and confident problem solving.
Student teams earned national NASA recognition in 2021 and 2023, demonstrating what can happen when hands-on learning is paired with purposeful mentorship and high expectations.
See Our NASA Achievements2× National NASA Champions Recognized student teams
Engineering & Mission Design Design, test, analyze, improve
Real-World Collaboration Teamwork, communication, problem solving
The Story Behind RAAC Academy
Meet Rachna Patel, Founder of RAAC Academy.
Rachna Patel is an educator, entrepreneur, published author, and STEM mentor who founded RAAC Academy to help students build confidence through hands-on learning, meaningful mentorship, and real-world experiences.
Over 11+ years of teaching, she has guided students through STEM innovation, entrepreneurship, communication, creative learning, and nationally recognized aerospace programs—building RAAC around one belief: students thrive when they are challenged, supported, and given room to discover what they can do.
11+ Years Educating Students National NASA Recognition Published Author MBA
Author
Read My Story Empowering Echoes
A memoir about resilience, learning differently, and turning adversity into purpose.
RAAC Academy Founder Rachna Patel, MBA
Snapshots of Success: Discover RAAC in Action
Many disciplines. One way of learning.
Beyond our three signature programs, students investigate, engineer, calculate, cook, create, present, and find their own way into meaningful work.
Robotics + Leadership Ideas are built to be shared. 
Science + Medicine Curiosity meets the human body. 
Culinary Math, science and culture at the table. “Students thrive when they are challenged, supported, and given room to discover what they can do.”
Engineering Prototype, test, improve. 
Mathematics Make the abstract visible. 
Creative Design Original ideas take form. RAAC Academy K–12 Academic & Enrichment San Jose, California
About RAAC Academy
Serious Learning. Designed to Feel Alive.
RAAC Academy is a K–12 academic and enrichment academy where students learn through small-group instruction, meaningful mentorship, and hands-on experiences that connect learning to the real world.
From STEM and entrepreneurship to writing, design, mathematics, science, and college-preparatory coursework, students are encouraged to question, create, collaborate, and communicate with confidence. RAAC serves homeschool families as well as students seeking engaging learning experiences alongside their traditional school education.
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Small-Group Instruction More attention, participation, and meaningful mentorship.
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Project-Based Learning Students design, test, build, write, present, and solve.
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Real-World Readiness Critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and confidence.
Local Bay Area families:
We proudly serve families across San Jose, Blossom Valley,
Almaden, Evergreen, Morgan Hill, and nearby California communities. Students may join us for in-person programs, enrichment classes, cohorts, after-school classes, seasonal workshops, and mentorship.
Learners Across the U.S.
Outside of California, RAAC Academy also offers virtual courses and live online enrichment programs for students nationwide. Families who live far from San Jose can still enjoy our small-group instruction, hands-on learning, and personalized academic support from anywhere.
Trusted by Our Partners
Approved Enrichment Partners — Ocean Grove, South Sutter, Sky Mountain, and RAFT.