Citywide Admission High Schools - The School District of Philadelphia

SCHOOL REFORM COMMISSIONChairwomanSandra Dungee GlennCommissionersDenise McGregor ArmbristerMartin G. BednarekJames P. Gallagher, Ph.D.Heidi A. Ramirez, Ph.D.Chief of Staff/Executive DirectorJoseph Ferguson, IIITHE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIASuperintendent of SchoolsDr. Arlene C. AckermanChief of StaffShawn CrowderThe School District of Philadelphia, an equal opportunity employer, will not discriminate in employment or education programs or activities, basedon race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, physical handicap, sex, sexual orientation, union membership, or limited English proficiency. Thispolicy of non-discrimination extends to all other legally protected classifications. Publication of this policy in this document is in accordance withstate and federal laws, including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Academic ProgramsAdvanced PlacementEligible students take college level courses on-site or on-line earning high school credit andcollege credit if successful on Advanced Placement examinations.Location: City-wideDual EnrollmentQualifying high school students register for a dual enrollment program, taking advanced coursesat area colleges and earning high school and college credit.Location: City-wideInternational Baccalaureate Diploma ProgramStudents enroll in the International Baccalaureate Program, a rigorous pre-university course ofstudy that leads to an internationally recognized diploma.Locations: Bodine, Central, Girls, Northeast, and Washington High SchoolsUrban Education AcademyIn this college preparatory program, students are introduced to the teaching professionand other careers in education. They acquire the knowledge and skills needed for successfulcompletion of post-secondary teacher preparation programs. Students benefit from increasedparticipation with college and university partners through campus tours, dual enrollmentcourses, mentoring and tutoring opportunities and paid summer internships.Locations: FitzSimons, Furness, Lankenau, Overbrook, Parkway West, and Paul Robeson High SchoolsSpecialty ProgramsCreative And Performing Arts ProgramsStudents may focus upon the visual arts, which may include drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramics,printmaking and crafts; and upon the performing arts, which may include instrumental music, vocalmusic, dance and drama.Locations: Arts Academy at Rush, CAPA, Fels, Frankford, Franklin Learning Center, GAMP, Girls,Germantown, Gratz, Kensington CAPA, Lincoln, Northeast, Olney West, Overbrook, William Penn,Roxborough, Strawberry Mansion, Washington, and West Philadelphia High Schools (Pleasecontact individual schools to ascertain specific program offerings.)Junior ROTC ProgramsStudents participate in the United States Army, Air Force or Navy Junior ROTC academies andprograms that promote patriotism, and develop informed and responsible citizenship and a highdegree of personal honor, self-reliance, individual discipline and leadership.Locations: Bartram, Germantown, Gratz, Lincoln, Swenson and West Philadelphia High Schools(Air Force); Frankford, Martin Luther King, Overbrook, Philadelphia Military Academies at Elversonand Leeds, Roxborough, South Philadelphia, Strawberry Mansion and University City High Schools(Army); and Benjamin Franklin High School (Navy)Medical, Engineering And Aerospace MagnetStudents take college preparatory classes including special courses focusing upon medicine,engineering, and aerospace technology and participate in the nationally known Project SPARC(Space Research Center) in a “school-within-a-school” setting.Location: Northeast High SchoolPeace AcademyStudents take a rigorous academic program including the study of peace, violence prevention andsocial justice and learn conflict resolution techniques as well as problem-solving skills to effectpositive change locally and globally.Location: Parkway Northwest High School5

Career & Technical EducationPrograms of StudyCareer & Technical Education (CTE) Programs of Study (POS) provide students with technicalskills, knowledge and training necessary to succeed in specific occupations and careers whilepreparing students for postsecondary educational options. Programs of Study have scope andsequence of academic and technical courses addressing high priority/demand/skill occupations.POS lead to students earning industry-recognized certifications and post-secondaryopportunities. Students who successfully complete a POS will have taken an end-of-yearassessment and completed 1080 hours of career and technical instruction in their chosen field.Academy of Process TechnologyStudents focus upon applications of engineering principles and technical skills and prepare foradvanced study and careers in the petrochemical industry.Location: Bok High SchoolAgriculture/Environmental/Natural ResourcesStudents prepare for careers related to the agricultural sciences including floriculture andgreenhouse management, food science, landscape design, large and small animal science.Students learn to plan, develop, manage and evaluate programs to protect and regulate naturalhabitats and renewable natural resources.Locations: Lincoln, Saul and University City High SchoolsAutomotive Technology & Collision TechnologyStudents prepare for careers as automotive technicians.Locations: Edison, Mastbaum, Randolph, Swenson and West Philadelphia High SchoolsBusiness/FinanceStudents prepare for careers in business and in the financial services industry including:accounting; banking; computer software operations; and basic office administration. ThisProgram of Study is designed to provide a basic overview of current business and informationsystems and trends and to introduce students to the basic skills and knowledge required forsuccess in today’s business environments.Locations: Bok, Dobbins, Edison, Franklin Learning Center, Germantown, Mastbaum, Overbrook,Rhodes, Roxborough, Washington, and WestPhiladelphia High SchoolsChildcare and SupportServices ManagementStudents prepare for careers in earlychildhood programs, preschools, primaryschools, educational consulting and homedaycare providers.Locations: Edison and Rhodes High SchoolsCommunications/GraphicsStudents prepare for careers in thecommunications and graphics industry andexplore digital media, photography, film andvideo production.Locations: CAPA, CommunicationsTechnology, Dobbins, Edison, Mastbaum,Northeast, and Roxborough High Schools6

Construction-Manufacturing & RelatedTechnologyStudents acquire the knowledge and skillsneeded for careers in the building tradesindustry, including: architectural drafting;carpentry; electrical and power transmissioninstallation; plumbing; and welding.Locations: Bok, Edison, FitzSimons,Frankford, Mastbaum, Olney, Overbrook,Randolph, Rhodes, and Swenson High SchoolsCosmetology/FashionDesignStudents prepare for careers in cosmetologyand fashion design.Locations: Dobbins (both) and Edison(cosmetology) High SchoolsCriminal JusticeStudents learn technical knowledge and skills that relate to performing entry-level duties as apatrolman, corrections officer, juvenile officer, security officer and probation officer.Location: Bok High SchoolCulinaryStudents prepare for careers in the food service industry; baking; hospitality administrationand management; and travel and tourism.Locations: Bok, Dobbins, Edison, Frankford, Benjamin Franklin, Germantown, Gratz, KensingtonCulinary, Mastbaum, Northeast, Randolph, South Philadelphia, Strawberry Mansion, Swenson,and Washington High SchoolsFirefighter Training AcademyThe Firefighter Training Academy prepares students for certification and careers as EmergencyMedical Technicians and Firefighters.Location: Randolph High SchoolHealthStudents prepare for careers in health-related occupations.Locations: Bok, Edison, Franklin Learning Center, Mastbaum, Olney, Overbrook, William Penn,Randolph, Paul Robeson, Sayre, Rhodes, Swenson, and Vaux High SchoolsInformation TechnologyStudents focus upon: computer systems; data modeling; database administration;telecommunications; web page design; and digital and multimedia arts.Locations: Bok, Dobbins, Edison, Northeast, Roxborough, South Philadelphia, and Swenson HighSchoolsPre-EngineeringStudents prepare for advanced study and for careers in engineering-related technology andmanufacturing.Location: Carver High School7

Types of High SchoolsThe School District of Philadelphia has three types of high schools: special admission high schools, citywideadmission high schools, and neighborhood high schools. All eighth grade students must fill out a high schoolapplication for up to five (5) schools or programs of any type in any combination.Students complete the application by checking off that they plan to attend their neighborhood/ feeder highschool or by listing school/program name and code number in order of preference from 1 (first choice) to 5(fifth choice). Students who are not accepted to their chosen schools or programs will be eligible to attendtheir neighborhood high schools.Students with disabilities and English Language Learners are encouraged to apply to special admissionand citywide admission high schools. Admission criteria may be waived for those students who, givenaccommodations, may be successful in requested schools, as determined by the appropriate school teams.1Neighborhood High SchoolsThese thirty-one high schools have openadmission to students who attend a gradeeight school that is within the feeder pattern.Students from outside of the feeder patternmay apply. However, admission is based uponspace availability and selection is made bycomputerized lottery.2Citywide Admission High SchoolsThese fourteen high schools have admissionscriteria. Students citywide may apply. Generally,in order to be eligible for the lottery, they mustattend an on-site interview and meet three offour criteria: marks of A, B or C; no more thanten absences; no more than five latenesses; andno negative disciplinary reports. Exceptionsare Constitution High School, Douglas, the HighSchool for International Studies and the HighSchool of the Future.3Special Admission High SchoolsThese eighteen high schools are “magnetschools,” each with its own set of admissionscriteria related to attendance, punctuality,behavior, grades and standardized test scores.Students citywide may apply to these specialadmission high schools. However, it is stronglyrecommended that you review the set ofadmissions criteria and your own scholasticrecord prior to application.H igh School DescriptionsHere is a directory of our high schools with thefollowing information: school name, address,telephone number, website, SEPTA routes,feeder schools where appropriate, admissionsrequirements, programs and school size. Smallschools have fewer than 700 students; mediumschools have between 700 and 1,000students; and large schools haveover 1,000 students.8Applications may be submitted as early as Monday, September 15, 2008;but no later than Friday, October 31, 2008.

John Bartram High School(Neighborhood - Large; Code 1010)67th Street and Elmwood AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19142-2298215-492-6540Ms. Constance McAlister, PrincipalSEPTA Routes 11, 36, 108, 400s and GFeeder Schools: Longstreth, Penrose, Pepper and TildenPrograms: Air Force Junior ROTC and CrossroadsHonors AcademyBodine High School for International Affairs(Special Admission – Small; Code 5010)1101 North 4th StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19123215-351-7331Dr. Ann B. Gardiner, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/bodineSEPTA Routes 5, 15 and 57Admissions Requirements: Excellent scores on thePSSA; As and Bs in all major subjects; no failures inany subject; excellent behavior with no disciplinaryreports; excellent attendance and punctuality.Program: International BaccalaureateBok Academy of Process Technology(Special Admission – Small; Code 209A)1901 South 9th StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19148215-952-6200A. Larry Melton, Principal, Ed.D.www.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/bokSEPTA Routes 29, 47, 47M and 79Admissions Requirements: Strong academic record;excellent record of attendance, punctuality andbehavior; proficient or advanced in reading andmathematics on the PSSA and an interest interview.10Bok Technical High School(Citywide Admission – Medium)1901 South 9th StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19148215-952-6200A. Larry Melton, Principal, Ed.D.www.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/bokSEPTA Routes 29, 47, 47M and 79CTE-Approved Programs of Study: Accounting(209C), Business Technology (209B), Carpentry(209G), Computer Systems Technology (209D),Criminal Justice (209H), Culinary (209F),Engineering Technologies (209 E), and HealthRelated Technology (209I)

CAPA - High School for Creative and Performing Arts(Special Admission – Small)901 South Broad StreetAvenue of the ArtsPhiladelphia, PA 19147215-952-2462Mr. Johnny C. Whaley, Jr., Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/capaSEPTA Routes 2, 23, C, 27, 32, 63, 64 and Broad Street Surface LineAdmissions Requirements: Strong academic record; excellent record ofattendance, punctuality and behavior; above the 80th percentile on thePSSA and successful audition in the chosen art major.Programs: Creative and Performing Arts and Radio and Television.CTE-Approved Program of Study: Communications/GraphicsIndicate program code on the student data transcript: Creative Writing(202C), Dance (202D), Drama (202R), Instrumental Music (202M),Visual Arts (202A), and Vocal Music (202V)CharlesCarroll High School(Neighborhood – Small; Code 5450)2700 East Auburn StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19134215-291-4707Ms. Joyce A. Hoog, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/carrollSEPTA Routes 15 and 34Feeder School: Jones(The Kensington High School Multiplex is also an option.)Program: Microsoft AcademyGeorgeWashington Carver High School ofEngineering and Science(Special Admission – Medium; Code 4030)1600 W. Norris StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19121215-684-5079Ms. Linda Ahmed, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/carverSEPTA Routes 2, C and Broad Street Surface LineAdmissions Requirements: 85th percentile or above on the PSSA; As andBs in all major subjects with the possible exception of one C; excellentbehavior with no disciplinary reports; excellent attendance and punctuality.Program: Medical ProgramCTE-Approved Program of Study: Pre-Engineering Technology11

Dobbins Technical High SchoolT(Citywide Admission – Large)22nd Street and Lehigh AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19132215-227-4421Mr. Charles M. Whiting, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/dobbinsSEPTA Routes 33 and 54CTE-Approved Programs of Study: Baking (406F),Barbering (406H), Business Technology/Accounting(406A), Cosmetology (406J), Computer SystemsTechnology (406B), Culinary (406E), Fashion Design(406K), Graphic Communications (406D), PlumbingTechnology (406I), and Web/Multimedia Design (406C)homas Alva Edison High School /John C. Fareira Skills Center(Neighborhood – Large; Code 5020)151 West Luzerne StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19140215-324-9599Mr. David Lugo, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/edisonSEPTA Routes 47, 56, 57 and 400sFeeder Schools: de Burgos, Fairhill, Ferguson, Harrison,Hartranft, Marin, Potter-Thomas, and StetsonPrograms: Appliance Installation Repair, AutomotiveRepair Technology, Baking, Business Technology,Computer Networking and Repair, Electrical Constructionand Maintenance, Health Information Management,Logistics and Warehousing, Radio, and Television andWelding TechnologyCTE-Approved Programs of Study: Business/Finance,Childcare, Communications/Graphics, Construction-Manufacturing and Related Technology, Cosmetology,Culinary, Health Professions/Sciences, andInformation TechnologyStephen A. Douglas High School(Citywide Admission – Small; Code 5240)2700 East Huntingdon StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19125-4097215-291-4705Ms. Patricia Parson, PrincipalSEPTA Routes 15 and 39Program: Academic and Work-based LearningNote: Contact the school directly for moreinformation regarding the application process.Samuel S. Fels High School(Neighborhood – Large; Code 7120)901 Devereaux AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19111215-537-2516Mr. Gregory Hailey, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/felsSEPTA Routes 19, 24, 26 and 67Feeder Schools: Carnell, Creighton, Finletter, FranklinElementary, and Grover WashingtonPrograms: Business Technology, Creative and PerformingArts, and Graphic Design13

Young Men’s Leadership School atFitzSimons High School(Neighborhood – Small; Code 4110)2601 West Cumberland StreetPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania 19132215-227-4431Darryl C. Overton, PrincipalSEPTA Routes 7, 33, 39, 48 and 54Feeder Schools: Ethan Allen, T. Peirce, Pratt, Whittier andWright – males onlyPrograms: Architectural Drafting/Computer AssistedDrafting, Business/Finance, Electronics Technologies, andUrban Education AcademyCTE-Approved Program of Study: Construction-Manufacturing and Related TechnologyBenjamin Franklin High School(Neighborhood – Medium; Code 2010)550 N. Broad StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19130215-299-4662Mr. Christopher Scott Johnson, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/benfranklinSEPTA Routes 2, 23, 43, C and Broad Street Surface LineFeeder Schools: Bache Martin, Kearny, Spring Garden,and Waring Programs: Hotel, Restaurant, Travel andTourism, and Navy Junior ROTCCTE-Approved Program of Study: CulinaryFrankfordF ranklinHigh School(Neighborhood – Large; Code 7010)Oxford Avenue and Wakeling StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19124215-537-2519Mr. Edward Koch, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/frankfordSEPTA Routes 3, 5, 57, 59, 75, J, K andMarket/Frankford LineFeeder Schools: Edmunds, G and Hunting Park,Harding, and HopkinsonPrograms: Accounting, Architectural Drafting/Computer Assisted Drafting, Army Junior ROTC, andCreative and Performing ArtsCTE-Approved Programs of Study: Property andBuilding Maintenance and CulinaryLearning Center(Special Admission – Small)616 North 15th StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19130215-684-5916Dr. Charles Staniskis, Principalwww.flc.phila.k12.pa.usSEPTA Routes 2, 23, 43, C and Broad StreetSurface LineAdmissions Requirements: Strong B average orbetter in grade seven; above the 75th percentile onStandardized Tests; no negative disciplinary reports;no more than ten unexcused absences or latenessesin grade seven; and an audition or presentation of aportfolio for students interested in one of thearts majors.Programs: Music, Dance, Art, and DramaCTE-Approved Programs of Study: Business/Financeand HealthIndicate program code on the student datatranscript: Art (229A), Computer and BusinessApplications (229B), Dance (229D), Drama (229R),Health (229H), Humanities/Liberal Arts (229Y),Instrumental Music (229M), Vocal Music (229V)14

F(Neighborhoodurness High School– Medium; Code 2160)1900 South 3rd StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19148215-952-6226Ms. Hiromi Hernández, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/furnessSEPTA Routes 29, 57 and 79Feeder Schools: Jackson, Kirkbride, McCall,Meredith, Nebinger, Sharswood, Taggart, A. Vare,and George WashingtonPrograms: Business Systems/Computers, Hoteland Lodging Careers Academy, and UrbanEducation AcademyGAMP– Girard Academic Music Program(Special Admission – Small; Code 2410)22nd and Ritner StreetsPhiladelphia, PA 19145215-952-8589Dr. Angelo F. Milicia, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/gampSEPTA Routes 7, 17, 29, 37, 79, C, G and BroadStreet Surface LineAdmissions Requirements: Minimum of 80thpercentile on the PSSA; overall B average;satisfactory attendance, punctuality and behavior;music testing and audition required.Program: Creative and Performing ArtsGermantown High SchoolSimon Gratz High School(Neighborhood – Large; Code 6010)40 East High StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19144215-951-4004Mr. Michael Silverman, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/germantownSEPTA Routes 23, 26, 65, K and XHFeeder Schools: Henry, Houston, Jenks, Lingelbach,and RooseveltPrograms: Air Force Junior ROTC, and Creative andPerforming ArtsCTE-Approved Programs of Study: Business/Finance and Culinary(Neighborhood – Large; Code 4010)1798 West Hunting Park AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19140215-227-4408Mrs. Vera L. White, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/gratzSEPTA Routes 1, 2, 53, 400s and RFeeder Schools: Duckrey, Gillespie, and KendertonPrograms: Air Force Junior ROTC, ComputerNetworking, Creative and Performing Arts, andWeb/Multimedia DesignCTE-Approved Program of Study: Culinary15

High School of the Future(Citywide Admission 25% – Small; Code 1030)4021 Parkside AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19104215-823-5500Ms. Rosalind Chivis, Principalwww.microsoft.com/Education/SchoolofFutureVision.mspxSEPTA Routes 15, 38, 40 and TrolleyAdmission by Lottery: 75% neighborhood students,25% citywide students. All incoming students arerequired to attend a week-long summer orientationprogram designed to ease the transition to highschool life and to introduce each student to his orher new laptop computer.Program Emphasis: In partnership with Microsoft,technology is incorporated in all appropriateaspects of discovery and learning in order to betterprepare students for active global citizenship in the21st Century.Kensington High School MultiplexCreative andPerforming Arts(Neighborhood – Small; Code 5520)2051 East Cumberland Street(Amber Street entrance)Philadelphia, PA 19125215-291-5010Mrs. Debora Borges-Carrera, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/kensingtoncapaPrograms: Dance, Instrumental Music, Theatre, VisualArts, and Vocal MusicCulinary Arts atthe Emerald(Neighborhood – Small; Code 5550)2463 Emerald StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19125215-291-5185Mr. James Williams, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/kensingtonculinaryCTE-Approved Program of Study: CulinaryInternationalBusiness, Finance andEntrepreneurship(Neighborhood – Small; Code 5510)2501 Coral StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19125215-291-5168Ms. Eileen Maicon Weissman, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/kensingtoninternationalProgram: International BusinessSEPTA Routes 3, 5, 34, 39, 89 andMarket/Frankford LineFeeder Schools: Adaire, Hunter, Jones (Charles CarrollHigh School is also an option.), Ludlow, McKinley, PennTreaty, Sheridan West, and WelshNote: All three schools offer ninth grade academies.16

Martin Luther King High School(Neighborhood – Large; Code 6060)6100 Stenton AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19138215-276-5253Ms. Kristina Diviny, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/mlkingSEPTA Routes K, L, S and XHFeeder Schools: Day, Kinsey, Leeds, and WagnerPrograms: Army Junior ROTC, Engineering-RelatedTechnology, and Health Related TechnologyRobert E. Lamberton High School(Neighborhood – Small; Code 4330)7501 Woodbine AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19151215-581-5647Mrs. Ernestine Caldwell, PrincipalSEPTA Routes 30, 31, 65 and 105Feeder School: Lamberton Middle SchoolLankenau High School(Special Admission – Small; Code 6540)201 Spring LanePhiladelphia, PA 19128215-487-4465Mrs. Jacqueline Miller Bentley, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/lankenauNo direct SEPTA Route. School buses areprovided at various locations in the northwestsection of the city.Admissions Requirements: 70th percentile or aboveon the PSSA; As, Bs and Cs in major subjects with Bsor above in math and science; excellent attendanceand punctuality with no more than ten absences orfive latenesses; interview required for presentationof portfolio, research project or other authenticassessment exhibiting strong interest in mathand/or science.Programs: Environmental Science and UrbanEducation AcademyAbraham Lincoln High School(Neighborhood – Large; Code 8010)Rowland and Ryan AvenuesPhiladelphia, PA 19136215-335-5653Dr. Donald C. Donley, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/lincolnSEPTA Routes 66, 70, 88 and 400sFeeder Schools: Ethan Allen, Disston, Mayfair,Meehan, and ZieglerPrograms: Accounting, Air Force Junior ROTC,Business Technology, Computer Networking,Computer Systems Technology, Creative andPerforming Arts, Horticultural Academy, MedicalClinical Assistant, Natural Resource ManagementAcademy, Sports Marketing and Management, andWeb/Multimedia Design17

PHiLADELPHiAPUBLiCHiGH SCHOOLS2780751452Market St.60Germantown Ave.Schuykill Expy. (76)72407813 677911 4416320 8332669 352448 39 12182633373 341950 38 4656 53 8 5525 76225957 37312862 6681 61 7184 431 4782 2923 449251743630211049Broad St.68587764Vine St.171654Cottman Ave.57657015Roosevelt Blvd.Delaware Expy. (95)42Frankford Ave.The SchoolDistrict ofPhiladelphiaseeks, welcomesand celebratesdiverse studentpopulationsin all of itsschools.4518

N1. Audenried2. Bartram3. Carroll4. Edison5. Fels6. FitzSimons7. FrankfordHigh Schools by Typeeighborhood High Schools8. Franklin9. Furness10. Germantown11. Gratz12. Kensington (3 schools)13. King14. Lamberton15. Lincoln16. Northeast17. Olney (2 schools)18. Overbrook19. William Penn20. Rhodes21. Roxborough22. Sayre23. South Philadelphia24. Strawberry Mansion25. University City26. Vaux27. Washington28. West PhiladelphiaCitywide High Schools29. Bok30. Communications Technology31. Constitution32. Dobbins33. Douglas34. HS of the Future35. Mastbaum36. Motivation37. Robeson38. Philadelphia HS for Businessand Technology39. Philadelphia MilitaryAcademy at Elverson40. Philadelphia MilitaryAcademy at Leeds41. Randolph42. SwensonSpecial Admission High Schools43. Academy at Palumbo44. Academy of Process Technologyat Bok45. Arts Academy at Rush46. Bodine47. CAPA48. Carver49. Central50. Franklin Learning Center51. GAMP52. Lankenau53. Masterman54. Northeast Magnet55. Parkway Center City56. Parkway Northwest57. Parkway West58. Philadelphia HS for Girls59. Science Leadership Academy60. SaulCharter High Schools61. Architecture and Design62. Boys Latin of Philadelphia63. Community Academy ofPhiladelphia64. Delaware Valley65. Franklin Towne66. Freire67. Hope68. Imhotep Institute69. Mariana Bracetti70. Maritime Academy71. Mastery – Lenfest72. Mastery – Pickett73. Mastery – Shoemaker74. Mastery – Thomas75. Math, Science andTechnology76. Math, Civic and Sciences77. Multi-Cultural Academy78. New Media Technology79. Nueva Esperanza80. Philadelphia Academy81. Philadelphia Electrical andTechnology82. Preparatory83. Truebright Science Academy84. World Communications19

NortheastMedical, Engineering and AerospaceMagnet at Northeast High School(Special Admission; Code 802M)1601 Cottman AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19111215-728-5019Ms. Linda Carroll, Principalwww.nehs.phila.k12.pa.usSEPTA Routes 19, 59, 67, 70 and 77Admissions Requirements: 85th percentile or above on the PSSA; Asand Bs in English, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies with no morethan two Cs in minor subjects; no more than five unexcused absences orlatenesses; and good behavior with no negative disciplinary reports.Program: Project SPARCOlney High School Educational ComplexOlney High School East(Neighborhood- Large; Code 7050)100 West Duncannon AvenuePhiladelphia, PA, 19120215-456-3014Mr. Newton Brown, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/olneyeastProgram: Business/FinanceCTE-Approved Programs of Study: Construction-Manufacturingand Related Technology and HealthOlney High School West(Neighborhood – Large; Code 7040)100 West Duncannon AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19120215-456-0109Dr. Rita J. Hardy, PrincipalPrograms: Dance, Instrumental Music, Law, Visual Arts,and Vocal MusicSEPTA Routes 1, 8, 8 Express, 18, 57, 400s, J and RFeeder Schools: Birney, Central East, Clemente, Cooke, T. Marshall,Morrison, and Olney ElementaryNote: Both schools offer ninth grade academies.21

Overbrook High School(Neighborhood – Large; Code 4020)5898 Lancaster AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19131215-581-5507Ms. Ethelyn Payne Young, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/overbrookhsSEPTA Route G and No. 10 TrolleyFeeder Schools: Beeber, Belmont, Blankengurg,Daroff, Heston, and LeidyPrograms: Army Junior ROTC, Business Technology,Creative and Performing Arts, and UrbanEducation AcademyCTE-Approved Programs of Study: Business/Finance,Architectural Drafting/Computer Assisted Drafting,and Health Professions/SciencesPParkway Center City High School(Special Admission – Small; Code 5080)540 North 13th StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19123215-351-7095 or 7096Ms. Catherine Blunt, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/parkwayccSEPTA Route: Broad Street Surface LineAdmissions Requirements: As and Bs with theexception of one C; scores of basic or above onthe PSSA; excellent attendance, punctuality andcitizenship with no negative disciplinary reports.Program Emphasis: Liberal Arts/College preparatoryarkway Northwest High School forPeace and Social Justice(Special Admission – Small; Code 5070)7500 Germantown AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19119215-248-6220Ms. Ethel McGee, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/parkwaynwSEPTA Route 23, H and Regional Rail 6 and 7Admissions Requirements: Grades of B or abovein major subjects; 90% or above average dailyattendance and punctuality; good behavior; scoresof basic or above on the PSSA. Interview required.Program: Peace Academy22ParkwayWest High School(Special Admission – Small; Code 5090)4725 Fairmount AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19139215-471-5007Ms. Gloria Pelzer, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/parkwaywestSEPTA Route: Market/Frankford LineAdmissions Requirements: As and Bs with the exceptionof one C; scores of basic or above on the PSSA orTerraNova; excellent attendance, punctuality andcitizenship with no negative disciplinary reports.Programs: Business Technology and UrbanEducation Academy

WilliamPenn High School(Neighborhood – Large; Code 5040)Broad and Master StreetsPhiladelphia, PA 19122215-684-5900Ms. Patricia Randzo, Principalwww.wmpennhs.phila.k12.pa.usSEPTA Routes 2, 15, 23, C and Broad Street Surface LineFeeder Schools: Clymer and DunbarPrograms: Business/Finance, Communications/Graphic Arts, Creativeand Performing Arts, Information Technology, and Radio and TelevisionCTE-Approved Program of Study: HealthPhiladelphia High School for Business and Technology(Citywide Admission – Small; Code 1090)540 North 13th StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19123215-351-7375Mr. Samuel J. Gotlieb, PrincipalSEPTA Route Broad Street Surface LineAdmissions Requirements: No less than a “B” average; no negativedisciplinary reports; good attendance and punctuality.Programs: Accounting/Finance and Business TechnologyPhiladelphiaHigh School for Girls(Special Admission - Large; Code 6050)1400 West Olney AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19141215-276-5258www.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/girlshighSEPTA Routes 6, 8, C, 18, 22, 26, 55 and Broad Street Surface LineAdmissions Requirements: Scores of Proficient of Advanced in Readingand Mathematics on the PSSA; A’s and B’s in major subjects; excellentrecord of attendance, punctuality, and behavior.Programs: College Preparatory program including courses at the advanced,honors, and Advanced Placement levels, International Baccalaureate,Humanities, Performing Arts, and Student Leadership23

Philadelphia Military Academies – ElversonPhiladelphia Military Academies – Leeds(Citywide Admission – Small; Code 5050)13th Street and Susquehanna AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19122215-684-5091Dr. Robert L. Manning, Principalwww.philadelphiama.comSEPTA Routes 2, 23, 39, C andBroad Street Surface LineProgram: Army Junior ROTC(Citywide Admission – Small; Code 5070)1100 E. Mt. Pleasant AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19150215-248-6650www.philadelphiama.comSEPTA Routes L and 18Program: Army Junior ROTCRA. Philip Randolph Career Academyhodes High School – The YoungWomen’s Leadership School24(Citywide Admission – Small)3101 Henry AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19129215-227-4407Mrs. Peggie P. Johnson, PrincipalSEPTA Routes 32, 60, 442, 446 and RCTE-Approved Programs of Study: AutomotiveCollision Repair Technology (609B), AutomotiveRepair Technology (609C), Carpentry (609D),Culinary (609A), Electrical and Power Transmission(609F), Firefighter Training Academy (609E),and Health Related Technology/Certified NursingAssistant (609G)(Neighborhood – Small; Code 4150)3100 North 29th StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19132215-227-4402Ms. Linda Cliatt-Wayman, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/rhodesSEPTA Routes 32, 48 and 60Feeder Schools: Ethel Allen, T. Peirce, Pratt,Whittier, and Wright – females onlyCTE-Approved Programs of Study: Accounting,Business/Finance, Childcare, Architectural Drafting/Computer Assisted Drafting, andHealth Professions

Paul Robeson High School forHuman Services(Citywide Admission – Small; Code 1050)42nd and Ludlow StreetsPhiladelphia, PA 19104215-823-8207Mr. John Council, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/robesonSEPTA Route 42, D and Market/Frankford LineProgram: Urban Education AcademyCTE-Approved Program of Study: Health ProfessionsRoxborough High School(Neighborhood – Large; Code 6030)6498 Ridge AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19128215-487-4464Mr. Richard H. Jenkins, Sr., Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/roxboroughSEPTA Routes 9, 32, 35 and 400sFeeder Schools: Cook-Wissahickon, Dobson,Levering, Mifflin, and ShawmontPrograms: Army Junior ROTC and Creative andPerforming Arts (Instrumental & Vocal Music)CTE-Approved Programs of Study: Business/Finance,Radio and Television, and Web/Multimedia DesignQualifying Roxborough students also have access tothe career and technical education programs at A.Philip Randolph Career Academy listed on page 24.WalterBiddle Saul High School forAgricultural Sciences(Special Admission – Small; Code 6040)7100 Henry AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19128215-487-4467Ms. Wendy J. Shapiro, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/saulSEPTA Routes 27 and 400sAdmissions Requirements: 75th percentile orabove on the PSSA or other standardized test(s);As or Bs with one C allowed in major subjects; nomore than 10 absences and/or latenesses in theprevious school year; strong, demonstrable interestin agriculture/horticulture - interview required;good behavior. All students accepted are required tocomplete a four week Summer Session in Agricultureat Saul High School.CTE-Approved Programs of Study: Agricultureand Food Processing – Food Science, AgricultureProduction Operations – Large Animals Scienceand Small Animals Science/Pre-veterinary;Applied Horticulture – Floriculture/GreenhouseManagement and Landscape Design, and NaturalResource Management25

Sayre High School(Neighborhood – Small; Code 1100)5800 Walnut StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19139215-471-2904Ms. Gayle Daniels, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/sayreSEPTA Route Market/Frankford LineFeeder Schools: Barry, Bryant, Hamilton, and HueyProgram: Graphic DesignCTE-Approved Program of Study: HealthScience Leadership Academy(Special Admission – Small; Code 2650)55 North 22nd StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19103215-979-5620Mr. Chris Lehmann, Principalwww.scienceleadership.orgSEPTA Routes 33, 38, 48 and TrolleyAdmissions Requirements: Excellent scores on thePSSA; As and Bs with the possible exception of one C;teacher or counselor recommendation; good attendanceand punctuality as well as a project-based interview.Families must call the school to set up the interview.A week-long summer science institute will be requiredof all incoming ninth grade students. More detailedinformation on the admissions process can be found athttp://www.scienceleadership.org/admissions.php.Program: Project-based, college preparatory program inpartnership with the Franklin Institute.South26Philadelphia High School(Neighborhood – Large; Code 2000)Broad Street and Snyder AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19148215-952-6220Mrs. Alice Heller, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/southphilaSEPTA Routes 2, 37, 79, C and Broad StreetSurface LineFeeder Schools: Barratt, Bregy, Fell, Greenfield,Southwark, and StantonPrograms: Army Junior ROTC, Business Technology,Cisco Academy, Hospitality & Tourism, HealthProfessions/ Sciences, and LawCTE-Approved Programs of Study: Culinary,Information TechnologyStrawberry Mansion High School(Neighborhood – Medium; Code 4140)3133 Ridge AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19121215-684-5100Ms. Lois Powell Mondesire, PrincipalSEPTA Routes 7, 32, 54 and 61Feeder Schools: Blaine, Dick, Douglass, Gideon,and L. P. HillPrograms: Army Junior ROTC, Business/Finance,Creative and Performing Arts, and Law AcademyCTE-Approved Program of Study: Culinary

Swenson Arts and Technology High School(Citywide Admission – Medium)2750 Red Lion RoadPhiladelphia, PA 19114215-961-2009Mr. David M. Kipphut, Principalwww.swenson.phila.k12.pa.usSEPTA Routes 1 and 14Program: Air Force Junior ROTCCTE-Approved Programs of Study: Allied Health(809K), Automotive Collision Repair Technology(809C), Automotive Repair Technology (809D),Baking (809F), Carpentry (809H), Computer SystemsTechnology (809B), Culinary (809E), Electrical andPower Transmission (809J), Engineering RelatedTechnology (809G), Plumbing Technology (809I), andWeb/Multimedia Design (809A)U niversityCity High School(Neighborhood – Large; Code 1080)3601 Filbert StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19104215-387-5100Dr. Anthony Irvin, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/ucitySEPTA Routes 10, 31 and Market/Frankford LineFeeder Schools: Drew, McMichael, Sulzberger,and M. WashingtonPrograms: Business Technology, ConstructionTechnology, and Engineering Related Technology;eight Advanced Placement courses (English, SocialStudies, Math, and Science)CTE-Approved Program of Study: Agriculture/Environmental/Natural Resources27

Roberts Vaux High School(Neighborhood – Small; Code 2130)2300 West Master StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19121215-684-5068Ms. Sandra Ruffin-Pearson, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/vauxSEPTA Routes 3, 15 and 33Feeder Schools: Kelley, Meade, Morris, and ReynoldsProgram: Business TechnologyCTE-Approved Program of Study: HealthGeorge Washington High School(Neighborhood – Large; Code 8030)10175 Bustleton AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19116215-961-2001Ms. Kathy Pizzimenti-Murphy, Principalwww.gwhs.phila.k12.pa.usSEPTA Routes 58, 67 and 400sFeeder Schools: Baldi, Decatur, Fitzpatrick,Greenberg, and LaBrumPrograms: Biotechnology, Creative and PerformingArts, Hotel Administration, Information Technology,and International BaccalaureateCTE-Approved Programs of Study: Business/Financeand CulinaryWest Philadelphia High School(Neighborhood – Large; Code 1020)47th and Walnut StreetsPhiladelphia, PA 19139215-471-2902Mrs. Saliyah Cruz, Principalwww.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/westphilaSEPTA Routes 21, 31, 42, 64 and Market/Frankford LineFeeder Schools: Lea, Penn Alexander, Shaw, and TurnerPrograms: Air Force Junior ROTC, Creative andPerforming Arts, and Urban StudiesCTE-Approved Program of Study: Automotive CollisionRepair Technology28

Charter High SchoolsEighth grade students and their families are encouraged to consider Philadelphia’s twenty-one charter high school options.Placements in charter high schools are not made through the School District of Philadelphia. If you are interested in one ormore of these high schools, then you must contact the schools directly to obtain information about academic, specialty,career and technical program offerings, to learn about the admissions process and to complete application forms.Architecture and Design Charter School675 Sansom StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19106215-351-2900Dr. Peter Kountz, CEO/Head of Schoolwww.chadphila.orgSEPTA Routes 9, 12, 17, 22, 33, 44, 47, 48,57, 61 and 121BoysLatin of PhiladelphiaCharter School(Formerly Southwest PhiladelphiaAcademy for Boys)5501 Cedar AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19143215-387-5149Mr. David Hardy, CEOwww.boyslatin.orgSEPTA Routes 52 and GCommunity Academy of PhiladelphiaCharter School1100 East Erie AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19124215- 533-6700Mr. Joseph Proietta, CEOwww.communityacademy.orgSEPTA Routes 56, 57, 89 andMarket/Frankford LineDelaware Valley Charter School5201 Old York Road – Suite APhiladelphia, PA 19141215- 455-2550Mrs. Ava Greene Bedden, CEO;Mr. Ernest Holiday, CEO/PrincipalSEPTA Routes 18, 26, C, J andBroad Street Surface LineFranklin Towne Charter School5301 Tacony StreetBox 310Philadelphia, PA 19137215- 289-5000Mr. Joseph Vendetti, CEOwww.franklintowne.orgSEPTA Routes 25, 56, 73, 84 and the R7Freire Charter School2027 Chestnut StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19103215- 557-8555Dr. Kelly Davenport, CEOwww.freirecharterschool.orgSEPTA Routes 7, 17, 21, 31, 38, 42, 48,124 and 12529

H opeCharter School2116 East Haines StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19138267-336-2730 (Voice)267-336-2740 (Fax)Mr. Richard Chapman, CEOwww.hopecschool.orgSEPTA Routes K, L and XHImhotep Institute Charter High School2101 West Godfrey AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19138215-438-4140Ms. M. Christine Wiggins, CEOwww.imhotepcharter.comSEPTA Routes K and LMariana Bracetti AcademyCharter School2501 West Kensington AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19125215-291-4436Ms. Angela Villani, CEOwww.mbacs.orgSEPTA Routes 3, 5, 39, 54 andMarket/Frankford LineM aritime Academy Charter School2275 Bridge StreetBuilding #107Philadelphia, PA 19137215- 535-4555Dr. Ann Waiters, CEOwww.maritimecharter.orgSEPTA Routes 74, 82 andMarket/Frankford Line30

M astery Charter SchoolsMr. Scott Gordon, CEOwww.hthphila.orgLenfest Campus35 South 4th StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19106215-922-1902SEPTA Routes 17, 21, 33, 42, 48, 57 andMarket/Frankford LinePickett Campus5700 Wayne AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19144215-866-9000SEPTA Routes 23, 53, H and XHShoemaker Campus5301 Media StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19131267-296-7111SEPTA Routes 10, 15, 52 and GThomas Campus927 Johnston StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19148267-236-0036SEPTA Routes 7, 23, 46M, 47 and GMTath, Science and TechnologyCharter School1800 East Byberry RoadPhiladelphia, PA 19116267-348-1100Mr. Richard Trzaska, CEOwww.mastcharter.orgSEPTA Routes 14, 20 and 67he Mathematics, Civics and SciencesCharter School447 North Broad StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19123215- 923-4880Mrs. Veronica Joyner, CAOwww.mcscs.orgSEPTA Routes 23, 43, 61, C andBroad Street Surface LineM ulti-Cultural Academy Charter School4666-68 North 15th StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19140215-457-6666Dr. Vuong G. Thuy, CEO/Headmasterwww.macs.k12.pa.usSEPTA Routes 1, 75, C, J, R andBroad Street Surface LineNewMedia Technology Charter School7800 Ogontz AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19150267-286-6900Dr. Ina Walker, CEOwww.newmediatech.netSEPTA Routes 6, 22, C, H and XH31

Nueva Esperanza AcademyCharter SchoolPhiladelphia Academy CharterHigh School301 West Hunting Park AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19140215-457-3667Mr. David Rossi, CEOwww.neacademy.orgSEPTA Routes 47, 56, 57, 75 and C1700 Tomlinson AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19116215-673-3990Mr. Larry Sperling, CEOwww.philadelphiaacademy.orgSEPTA Route 58Philadelphia Electrical andTechnology Charter SchoolPreparatory Charter School1420-22 Chestnut StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19102267-514-1823Mr. Michael Nemitz, CEO/PrincipalSEPTA Routes 9, 12, 21, 27, 32, 42, C andBroad Street Surface Line1928 Point Breeze AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19145215-334-6144Mr. John Badagliacco, CEOwww.theprepcharterschool.orgSEPTA Routes 7, 29 and 79Truebright Science AcademyCharter School926 West Sedgley AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19133215-754-4384Dr. Riza Ulker, CEO/Principalwww.truebright.orgSEPTA Routes 2, 5, 60, C andBroad Street Surface LineWorld Communications Charter School512 South Broad StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19146215-735-3198Dr. Martin Ryder, CEOwww.worldcomcs.comSEPTA Routes 27, 32, 40, C andBroad Street Surface Line32

Athletics and ClubsHigh schools in the School District of Philadelphia provide an excitingvariety of after-school athletic programs and school clubs.Fall sports include boys’ soccer, cheerleading, cross country, fieldhockey, football, girls’ tennis, girls’ volleyball and golf. Winter sportsinclude bowling, boys’ and girls’ basketball, cheerleading, gymnastics,indoor track, swimming and wrestling. Spring sports includebadminton, baseball, boys’ tennis, boys’ and girls’ track, boys’volleyball, girls’ soccer and softball.After-school clubs supplement the instructional programs at our highschools. Clubs offered include art, business, chess, computers, cooking,dance, drama, health, instrumental and vocal music, math, mock trial,multiculturalism, mural arts, photography, poetry, publications,science, student government and world languages.Students who participate in athletics and clubs develop talents basedupon their interests. Their participation leads to improvement in manyareas, including attendance, academics, health and wellbeing, selfesteem,connectedness to peers and to school, conflict resolutionand team-building skills.For these reasons, all incoming ninth grade students should plan forparticipation in extra-curricular activities. Specific offerings vary ateach high school so students and their families are encouraged to learnabout options available at the High School Expo or by visitingindividual school websites.For more information on athletic and club offerings, contact the Officeof Health, Safety, Physical Education and Sports Administration at215-400-4190 or visit the web links listed below.List of Athletic Teamswww.leaguelineup.com/philahighschoolsList of Clubswww.phila.k12.pa.us/offices/physed/webmaterial/Clubs/Clublist2.htmlAdditional InformationNational Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)Student-Athlete Compliancewww.ncaa.orgPennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA)Eligibility Standardswww.phila.k12.pa.us/offices/physed/webmaterial/Athletics/eligible33

High School & High School Program CodesHigh School and High School Program CodesCODE SCHOOL NAME TYPE CODE SCHOOL NAME TYPE2620 Academy at Palumbo SA 5520 Kensington Creative & Performing Arts NS8040 Arts Academy at Rush SA 5550 Kensington Culinary Arts NS2100 Audenreid NS 6060 King NS1010 Bartram NS 4330 Lamberton NS5150 Bodine SA 6540 Lankenau SABok Technical (You may only select one program at this school.) 8010 Lincoln NS209A • Bok Academy of Process Technology SA Mastbaum Technical (You may only select one program at this school.)209C • Bok Accounting CW 506C • Mastbaum Automotive Mechanics CW209B • Bok Business Technology CW 506A • Mastbaum Business Technology CW209G • Bok Carpentry CW 506E • Mastbaum Carpentry CW209D • Bok Computer & Networking Technology CW 506I • Mastbaum Certified Nurse Assistant CW209H • Bok Criminal Justice CW 506D • Mastbaum Culinary Arts CW209F • Bok Culinary Arts CW 506G • Mastbaum Electrical & Power Transmission CW209E • Bok Engineering Related Technology CW 506H • Mastbaum Electro Mechanical Technology CW209I • Bok Health Related Technology CW 506B • Mastbaum Graphic Design CWHS for Creative & Performing Arts (You may only select one program at this school.) 506J • Mastbaum Health Related Technology CW202C • CAPA Creative Writing SA 506F • Mastbaum Welding Technology CW202D • CAPA Dance SA 2140 Masterman SA202R • CAPA Drama SA 1190 Motivation SA202M • CAPA Instrumental Music SA 8020 Northeast NS202A • CAPA Visual Arts SA 802M Northeast Magnet Program SA202V • CAPA Vocal Music SA 7050 Olney East NS5450 Carroll NS 7040 Olney West NS4030 Carver HS of Engineering & Science SA 4020 Overbrook NS6010 Central SA 5080 Parkway Center City SACommunications Technology (You may only select one program at this school.) 5070 Parkway Northwest SA106C • Communications Technology Commer. Photography CW 5090 Parkway West SA106A • Communications Technology Graphic Design CW 5040 Penn, William NS106B • Communications Technology Radio & Television CW 1090 Philadelphia HS for Business & Technology CW2670 Constitution CW 6050 Philadelphia HS for Girls SADobbins Technical (You may only select one program at this school.) 5050 Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson CW406F • Dobbins Baking CW 6070 Philadelphia Military Academy at Leeds CW406H • Dobbins Barbering CW Randolph Career Academy (You may only select one program at this school.)406A • Dobbins Business/Accounting CW 609B • Randolph Automotive Collision Repair Tech. CW406G • Dobbins Business Sports Marketing & Management CW 609C • Randolph Automotive Repair Technology CW406B • Dobbins Computer Systems Technology CW 609D • Randolph Carpentry CW406J • Dobbins Cosmetology CW 609A • Randolph Culinary Arts CW406E • Dobbins Culinary Arts CW 609F • Randolph Electrical & Power Transmission CW406K • Dobbins Fashion Design CW 609E • Randolph Fire Academy CW406D • Dobbins Graphic Communications CW 609G • Randolph Health Related Tech./Certified Nursing Asst. CW406I • Dobbins Plumbing Technology CW 4150 Rhodes HS for Girls NS406C • Dobbins Web/Multimedia Design CW 1050 Robeson HS for Human Services CW5240 Douglas CW 6030 Roxborough NS5020 Edison NS 6040 Saul HS for Agricultural Sciences SA7120 Fels NS 1100 Sayre NS4110 FitzSimons HS for Boys NS 2650 Science Leadership Academy SA7010 Frankford NS 2000 South Philadelphia NS2010 Franklin, Benjamin NS 4140 Strawberry Mansion NSFranklin Learning Center (You may only select one program at this school.)Swenson Technical (You may only select one program at this school.)229A • F.L.C. Art SA 809K • Swenson Allied Health CW229C • F.L.C. Communications SA 809C • Swenson Automotive Collision Repair Technology CW229B • F.L.C. Computer & Business Applications SA 809D • Swenson Automotive Repair Technology CW229D • F.L.C. Dance SA 809F • Swenson Baking CW229R • F.L.C. Drama SA 809H • Swenson Carpentry CW229H • F.L.C. Health Sciences SA 809B • Swenson Computer Systems Technology CW229Y • F.L.C. Humanities/Liberal Arts SA 809E • Swenson Culinary Arts CW229M • F.L.C. Instrumental Music SA 809J • Swenson Electrical & Power Transmission CW229V • F.L.C. Vocal Music SA 809G • Swenson Engineering Related Technology CW2160 Furness NS 809I • Swenson Plumbing Technology CW6020 Germantown NS 809A • Swenson Web/Multimedia Design CW2410 Girard Academic Music Program (GAMP) SA 1080 University City NS4010 Gratz NS 2130 Vaux NS1030 High School of the Future CW 8030 Washington, George NS5510 Kensington Business, Finance & Entrepreneurship NS 1020 West Philadelphia NSNS = NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL CW = CITYWIDE ADMISSION SCHOOL (Transcript Required) SA = SPECIAL ADMISSION SCHOOL (Transcript Required)35

ChoicesThe high school admissions process for Philadelphiapublic school students involves every eighth gradestudent, including students who are English LanguageLearners and students with disabilities. You, your family,your school counselor and other school-based personnelcan identify up to five schools or programs that meetyour needs and interests. Competition is steep andmany more students apply to attend schools other thantheir neighborhood/feeder school than there are spacesavailable. All students should use this process to reviewtheir individual strengths and future objectives to find amatch with high school programs both in and out of theirneighborhood school.If you do not wish to apply to a high school other thanyour neighborhood/feeder high school, then check the boxon the High School Voluntary Transfer Application formthat so indicates. If you choose to apply to other highschools and are not accepted, then you will be assignedto your neighborhood/ feeder high school.Charter high schools are not included on the High SchoolVoluntary Transfer Application form. If you wish to applyto one or more charter high schools, you must contactthe schools directly to obtain more information abouttheir admissions processes.TimelineYour High School Admissions applicationmust be submittedno later thanFriday, October 31, 2008.If you are currently a public school student, then youmust submit your application to your counselor.If you are currently a non-public school student, then youmust send your application directly to theOffice of Student Placement.Additional ResourcesSchool District of Philadelphia Web Page:www.phila.k12.pa.usOffice of Student Placement 215-400-4290Office of Educational Equity 215-400-5789Office of Specialized Services 215-400-4170Your School CounselorHigh School ExpoHigh Plan to Schoolattend theExpocitywideHigh SchoolPlan Expo to to attendthe learn citywide more Highabout School Expoto program learn moreabout programoptions.options.Friday, September 26from Friday, 3 p.m. September to 8 p.m. 26from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.Saturday, September 27Saturday, September 27from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Sunday, September 28Sunday, September 28from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Temple University Liacouras CenterTemple University Liacouras Center36

THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIATHE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIASecondary Education Planning GuideProject OversightLarry Aniloff, Ed.D.Project SupportMichelle Hignio ArmstrongLetretta JonesLeslie MaddreyResearch and WritingValerie BramanChristine PartitoGraphic DesignColleen M. YaremkoPrintingSmith-Edwards-Dunlap

Declaration of Education 2009 GoalsEarly Literacy• 85% of all students entering kindergartenwill have participated in a formal preschoolexperience• 80% of all grade 3 students will readon grade levelAcademic Achievement• The District will meet the Adequate YearlyProgress criteria of the federal No Child LeftBehind legislation• 80% of all students in grades 3-11 willperform at or above the proficient level inreading, mathematics and science• Average SAT and ACT scores will meet orexceed the national average• 85% of all high school students will graduate• 80% of graduating seniors will enroll inpostsecondary education institutions• Disparity based on race, ethnicity, genderand socioeconomic status will be less than 10percentage points on all academic measuresSafe and Orderly Environment• 95% of respondents on an annual survey willindicate they feel safe at school• 100% of schools will score a grade “B” orbetter on the District’s Safe Schools AuditCommunity Collaboration• 100% of schools will have active Home andSchool Associations or School Councils• 100% of schools will have active partnershipswith community organizations that foster theimplementation of the District’s missionEquity• 100% of schools will have equity in facilities,programs and resources• 100% of all high schools will offer honorsand Advanced Placement courses• 100% of District teachers andparaprofessionals will be highly qualified fortheir positions• All Philadelphia students will have access toschool choice options that include high qualitypublic, privately managed and charter schoolsEfficient and Effective SupportOperations• Support services to all schools will bedelivered on time, on budget, and with highquality• The District will achieve a balanced budgetthat provides for a high quality education forall students