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High School Presentation

An overview of the SFUSD HS enrollment process and tips for success in high school

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    • Traditional
    • High Schools that require an additional application
    • Charter

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3 types of SFUSD

High Schools

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Choosing the

Right School

Determine priorities

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Research

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Apply

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What should I consider?

EXAMPLES:

-Strong academics and college preparedness (A.P. classes) 

-Foreign language programs

-Location

-Diversity

-Size

-Extracurricular options

-School culture

-Student/parent involvement

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Visit schools

to learn more!

    • Visit at least 2-4 schools! (Do research)
    •  Be open and don't limit yourself to just one school

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SFUSD APPLICATION PROCESS

SFUSD Application Process

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1. SIBLINGS

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2. TEST SCORE AREA

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3. MIDDLE-TO-HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM PATHWAY

If there are more students applying than there are openings at a school, choice assignments will be made according to this order of tie breakers:

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4. ALL OTHER STUDENTS

Students who do not have a tie-breaker will be assigned to the school closest to home that still has openings.

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REQUIRED: SFUSD Enrollment Application

DEADLINE: February 5th

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MISSION CRITERIA: Same as other Traditional High Schools covered in the presentation

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Applying to Lowell

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REQUIRED: SOTA Application (Website) and SFUSD Application

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DEADLINE: Friday, January 15th. (Portfolio, SOTA app, and general app) Applications will be available 11/16/20

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SOTA will schedule an audition. Each department will hold their own auditions

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Applying to SOTA

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HOW MANY

SCHOOLS SHOULD

I LIST?

At least 3-5.  You can list as many as you would like.

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WHEN/WHERE DO I TURN IN  MY APPLICATION?

On Parent VUE!!

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WHAT IF I WANT TO GO TO THE HIGH SCHOOL THAT MY OLDER SIBLING CURRENTLY ATTENDS?

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Turn in your application on time and list your sibling’s school as your FIRST choice.

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What if I'm unhappy with my HS assignment?

1. Attend an informational counseling session.

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2. Request an assignment to a school that has openings.

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3. Request to be placed in the waiting pool for one school.

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4. Turn in a medical appeal.

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    • SFUSD Virtual Enrollment Fair - 11/6-11/13
    • November 6, 9-13, 2020: Virtual School Q&A
    • SOTA - 1/15
    • All other enrollment apps - February 5th
    • SFUSD will mail placements by 3/22
    • Register at school by April 9th

Important Dates

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No matter which high school you end up attending, make the most of your opportunities there!

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We can help you get to college! Find us at...

, Balboa, Burton, Galileo, Mission, Thurgood Marshall, Washington, O'Connell, Jefferson (Daly City)

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Plus, JCYC has HS internship opportunities + youth development/leadership programs for all SF youth.

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Website: www.jcyc.org

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JCYC in High School