Enrollment Guide 2019-2020 Apply by January 11, 2019 ENGLISH Welcome to San Francisco Public Schools Superintendent’s Message Mission Statement Dear parents, families and students: Every day we provide each and every student with the Thank you for choosing San Francisco public schools. quality instruction and equitable support required to thrive Here at SFUSD, we are motivated every day by the goal of fostering in the 21st century. engaged and joyful learners. We pride ourselves on our diverse school offerings, and our staff is dedicated to developing each student’s creativity, Vision of Student Success critical thinking and collaboration skills, no matter which school your child attends. Every student who attends SFUSD schools will discover his or her spark, along with a strong sense of self and purpose. Each Our district has talented teachers who believe in providing all students with engaging learning experiences that build strong thinking habits and and every student will graduate from high school ready for support mastery of skills to prepare them for lifelong success. college and career and equipped with the skills, capacities and dispositions outlined in SFUSD’s Graduate Profile. We value diversity and are committed to supporting students from all backgrounds and learning styles. Every school offers students opportunities to cultivate their academic growth, creativity and well being through: • Math and English courses aligned to rigorous state standards; • Visual and performing arts and music programs; • Comprehensive physical education each week; • Social and emotional learning, like communicating feelings and resolving conflicts; • Support for student health and wellbeing from school nurses and social workers; • Healthy school breakfasts and lunch; • Enhanced learning through libraries and technology; and • Out-of-school learning opportunities. We take a holistic approach to supporting all students in achieving success in their lives and positively impacting our community. This guide will help you and your child learn about the opportunities at SFUSD. Our multilingual website at sfusd.edu/enroll and enrollment counselors at the Education Placement Center, 555 Franklin Street, are here to assist you with the SFUSD school application process. Your child’s education is our priority. We look forward to serving you! Warm regards, Dr. Vincent Matthews, Superintendent San Francisco Unified School District 2019-20 SFUSD Enrollment Guide • www.sfusd.edu/enroll 3 Table of Contents Superintendent’s Message 3 The SFUSD Enrollment Guide explains the Discover: Tips on Choosing Schools 7 application and enrollment process for San Apply 11 Francisco public schools. This guide also has How to Apply: Steps 1-4 12 information about SFUSD schools, programs, services and policies. Families should Getting Help for Your Application 14 reference this guide when researching Application Requirements 16 their child’s school options, completing Interdistrict Transfers 18 their child’s application, or when they have questions about the process. Related Policies and Services 19 Students in Transition 20 Information may change English Learners: How to Apply 22 The information in this guide is accurate as Language Pathways 24 of the time of publication (September 2018). However, it is possible that some programs Special Education: How to Apply 26 could be moved, eliminated, reduced, Enroll 31 modified, or added. Major changes will be How to Enroll: Steps 1-3 32 publicized on www.sfusd.edu as soon as they are known. Student Assignment Policy 33 Student and Family Support 37 Family Engagement and Resources 38 Before and Afterschool Programs 40 Transportation to School 42 Discover SFUSD Schools Prekindergarten 45 Transitional Kindergarten 49 Elementary Schools 53 Middle Schools 81 High Schools 91 Career Technical Education 94 Applying to Ruth Asawa SOTA 103 Applying to Lowell 104 Alternative and County Schools 106 Charter Schools 108 4 School Application Deadline: January 11, 2019 2019-20 SFUSD Enrollment Guide • www.sfusd.edu/enroll 5 Tips on Choosing Schools SFUSD offers many high-quality schools and programs. Explore your op- tions to find which schools will best meet your child’s needs. Research schools Use this guide or visit www.sfusd.edu/en/schools/all-schools.html Attend the SFUSD Enrollment Fair Talk to school representatives directly on October 13, 2018 at John O’Con- nell High School. Visit schools Meet staff, find out about programs, and get a feel for the campus. Talk to parents Hear directly about their experiences. Start ranking your school options You can list an unlimited number of choices in order of your preference. All San Francisco public schools are listed in this guide on the following pages: • Early Education (pre-kindergarten) schools starts on page 44 • Transitional kindergarten schools starts on page 48 • Elementary schools starts on page 52 • Middle schools starts on page 80 • High schools (including continuation and charter high schools) starts on page 90 Each school includes a brief description to help you understand the school’s programs and features, and compare schools across locations and programs. Are you looking for special programs like STEAM or language immersion? Perhaps schools that offer afterschool programs? The following icons can help: Uniform required at this school AM Before school program available on site PM Afterschool program available on site Language pathway offered School has STEAM focus (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) School bus available from certain zip codes After school supper provided DISCOVER 7 BY t h e NUMBERS DEVELOPING Students Who Thrive THE SAN FRANCISCO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT GRADUATE PROFILE 98 PROGRAMS Language programs CREATIVITY CONTENT CAREER & KNOWLEDGE Ready to Create LIFE SKILLS Have the freedom, confidence and ability Ready to Think, to express your unique self. Be creative and Ready for Career, at the center of solutions. Learn and Grow Ready for Life Master the fundamentals for success— Acquire the knowledge, skills and like math, English, computer science experience needed to navigate Visual and performing and art—and develop problem-solving the world, solve problems and S WITH ARTS EDU HOOL CATI and critical-thinking skills. communicate effectively. SC ON arts in every 100% elementary school 41 High school career ACADEMIES and tech academies GLOBAL, LOCAL & SENSE OF PURPOSE DIGITAL IDENTITY & SENSE OF SELF Average number of Ready to Tackle a Ready to Be Your Best Changing World Recognize your purpose and value. years our teachers LEADERSHIP, EMPATHY, Reach your full potential. Learn new languages and understand & COLLABORATION new technologies. Navigate have taught in SFUSD and engage in an inclusive and interconnected Ready to Lead, Ready 21st century global society. to Work with Others Learn to work together in diverse teams and with partners inside and outside the classroom. Be a positive influence. 2019-20 SFUSD Enrollment Guide • www.sfusd.edu/enroll 9 WWW.SFUSD.EDU @SFUnified 2019-2020 2019-2020 Enrollment Key Dates Oct. 13, 2018 SFUSD Enrollment Fair Dec. 14, 2018 ENROLLMENT at John O’Connell High Last day to submit application for School, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Lowell High 9th grade (see page KEY DATES 106) Jan. 11, 2019 Last day to submit Jan. 16, 2019 Last day to submit application for application for SFUSD Ruth Asawa SOTA (see page 105) TK-12 schools for March Placement Period Week of Mar. 18, 2019 Families who applied by January 11 receive their Mar. 25-29, 2019 offer letters by mail Spring Break - all schools closed Apr. 5, 2019 Last day to register to accept March offer // Last day to submit application for May Placement Period Week of May 20, 2019 Families who applied by April 5 receive their offer letters by mail May 31, 2019 Last day to register to accept May offer APPLY 11 How to Apply: Steps 1-4 How to Apply: Steps 1-4 TIP: Students who submit their applications byJanuary Prepare Documents 11, 2019 and request multiple school choices will have the best chances of being assigned to their requested school. Families applying for TK or kindergarten and families who are new to SFUSD should gather the following documents and be prepared to submit them with their application. Submit the Application • Photo identification for the child’s parent/guardian • Proof of the child’s birth (birth certificate, hospital record). If the document does not list the parent/guardian’s name, additional verification to prove guardianship is required. If you are a student who is.. Submit your application at... • One document proving home address with the name of the parent/guardian listed. • New to SFUSD Educational Placement Center Acceptable proofs of home address (must be original and include the name and address of the • Applying for grades 1-5, 7-8 or 10-12 and 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday parent or guardian): are transferring schools within SFUSD • Utility service contract, statement or payment receipts from agencies such as PG&E, wa- • Applying for grades K, 6, or 8 at SFUSD • Educational Placement Center ter, cable, or garbage dated within 45 days (no cell phone bills will be accepted) schools • West Portal Elementary School • Both automobile registration and auto insurance policy (declarations page), must be cur- 4-7 p.m. on January 9, 2019 rent (count as one proof) • Sutro Elementary School • Homeowner’s or renter’s insurance policy, must be current 4-7 p.m. on January 10, 2019 • Property tax statement, must be current assessment year • Daniel Webster Elementary School • Correspondence from a government agency dated within 45 days 4-7 p.m. on January 11, 2019 • Grant deed, title of property • Leola Havard EES • Rental property contract, lease, or payment receipts within 45 days 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. throughout school • Section 8 agreements, must be current year • Affidavit of residency executed by the parent or legal guardian of a pupil • Applying for kindergarten and have an older • The sibling’s SFUSD school • Pay stubs dated within 45 days sibling currently attending an SFUSD ele- • Voter registration, must be current mentary We cannot accept cell phone bills as proof of address.