ENROLLMENT

Applications are still being accepted for the 2009-2010 school year – for further information on admissions, please read our enrollment procedures.

Sac High l is a college preparatory school where excellence is expected and working hard is the norm. We believe that the small learning communities are special places where all students will learn, be cared for, and make a positive impact on their school and community.

Sac High is built on a special philosophy and belief system that we practice every day. It develops in its students the academic skills, intellectual habits, and character qualities necessary to succeed in high school, college, and the competitive world beyond. The students will possess the values of excellence, determination, teamwork, integrity, and justice.

At Sac High, we are committed to do “Whatever It Takes” to ensure that all students are on track for success. For more information, please call 277-6200.

There is no tuition and there are no entrance requirements – essay, transcripts and test scores required for application process are not used to determine eligibility for enrolling in Sac High.  These documents are necessary for scheduling purposes and records.

There are no district boundaries – students may attend Sac High regardless of location of residence.

Enrollment FAQs

How do I apply?
Do you have open houses?
How do I arrange to have a tour of the campus
Can my student shadow a current Sac High student for a day?
I have more questions about enrolling at Sac High – who do I contact?

There is no tuition and there are no entrance requirements

HOW TO APPLY

1. Complete the SHS application:
   1. All fields
   2. Parent/guardian signature
   3. Student essay (see last page of application)
   4. Indicate 1st and 2nd choice of small schools (click here to read about the 4 small schools – MEHS, LPS, SOTA, and B&C)
2. Submit required documents:
1. Copy of official birth certificate
2. Copy of immunization records
3. Mailing address verification (i.e., copy of PG&E or Phone Bill)
4. Transcript from current school (10th - 12th grade only; include past high schools if current does not show all courses and credits taken)
5. Behavior/Discipline record from current school
6. Uniform Policy and Commitment to Excellence Contract signed by student
3. Submit additional documents (if applicable)
1. Copy of current IEP/504 plan (special education only)
2. Test scores (CAHSEE, CST, and STAR scores if available)

Submit application and all documents to:

Sacramento Charter High School
Attn: Admissions
2315 34th Street
Sacramento CA 95817

Click here to download 2009-2010 Application (English)

Click here to download 2009-2010 Application (Spanish)

OPEN HOUSES

Open Houses allow potential students and their parents/guardians to learn more about Sac High from our principals, staff and students. Through presentations, Q&A, one-on-one time, and information tables, you will be able to learn about:

The small schools/small learning communities structure
Our college going culture – AP classes, college visits, SAT/ACT prep
Academic achievement at Sac High
Clubs, activities, art and athletics
Graduating from Sac High
The campus through guided campus tours

Upcoming Open House dates (all Open Houses are currently scheduled for Saturdays):

November 15, 2008 (1-3 pm)
January 10, 2009 (12-2 pm)
February 7, 2009 (12-2pm)
March 7, 2009 (12-2pm)
April4, 2009 (12-2pm)
May 9, 2009 (12-2pm)
June 6, 2009 (12-2pm)
July 11, 2009 (12-2pm)

SCHOOL TOURS

Special tours may be arranged by emailing your preferred tour day and time, or by calling the Student Recruitment Hotline at 916-649-7910.

SHADOW DAYS

Shadow days at Sac High allow potential students the opportunity to experience life as a Sac High Dragon.  A current Sac High student in the small school the potential student is interested in will be assigned to serve as the guide for the morning.

Shadow days are offered Wednesdays (7:30 am to 10:00 am) and Fridays (7:30 am to 10:30 am) during the school year (as students are in session).  Students will meet our Small School Senate and Student Activities Director, attend class (including our Advisory class), have a tour of the school, and meet with school staff to answer any additional questions.

All students must follow the Sac High dress code during the shadow day.  

To schedule a shadow day please call the Student Recruitment Hotline at 916-649-7910.  Shadow days require a minimum 1 week advance notice to schedule. 

You will receive a confirmation call with more information prior to the shadow day.

Available Shadow Days (subject to change):