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Washington, George

School code number: 571
Grade Level: 9-12
Hours: 7:30AM - 3:16PM

600 32nd Avenue, San Francisco, CA, 94121
Neighborhood: Outer Richmond
Phone: (415) 750-8400
Fax: (415) 750-8417
School Loop: gwhs-sfusd-ca.schoolloop.com
Principal: Ericka M. Lovrin

School Data

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    George Washington offers its students an outstanding comprehensive education in a culturally rich environment. Students can choose from more than 100 course offerings, with 52 sections of honors and AP classes. Students at George Washington also have the opportunity to tap into a network of more than 50 campus clubs and student groups and a full inter-scholastic athletic program, with 22 teams in 15 sports. Washington has an active Beacon program, Parent Teacher Student Association, and alumni association.

    Our mission is to provide a learning environment that is safe and secure, and promotes high academic and ethical standards, preparing all students to become successful lifelong learners in a global, multicultural society. We believe that equity means not only providing equal access to school resources, but providing appropriate support so all students can take advantage of all resources. We believe that every student has the ability to work toward equal access to college and career, and in fact, 92 percent of our graduates are accepted into college. We encourage our students to explore every academic opportunity available. Our experienced teachers seek to engage all students in learning by using a variety of instructional strategies in every classroom. Teachers match students' joy for learning with their own joy in teaching and create cooperative learning opportunities. In addition to excellent writing and diligent study skills, we feel that a well-rounded student needs to have strong verbal and interpersonal skills. We encourage students to take a sense of ownership for the school, and prepare students to be an active member of a democratic society by becoming critical thinkers with a social conscience. Students see the relationship between what they're learning and how they can employ it in real life. An ongoing culture of service and community connections makes George Washington a fulfilling learning experience for all students.

    School Tours

    Tuesdays and Wednesdays 9:30-10:30 AM. Please call the school to sign up for a tour or for shadowing and for additional information.

    Uniforms

    None

    After School Programs

    Beacon Center Program on Campus 3:30-9:00PM. Provides after school and evening enrichment for students and adults. Washington High School ExCEL Program (415) 750-8400

    Special Education Programs

    • Designated Instructional Services
    • Inclusion
    • Resource Specialist Program
    • Special Day Class/Learning Disabled
    • Special Day Class/Emotionally Disturbed
    • Special Day Class/Mild/Moderate-Intensive Language & Learning
    • Special Day Class/Severely Impaired

    Resource Specialist Program, Inclusion, Special Day Class/Learning Disabled, Special Day Class/Mild/Moderate-Intensive Language & Learning, Special Day Class/Emotionally Disturbed, Special Day Class/Severely Impaired, Designated Instructional Services

    Language Programs

    • All Newcomer Languages

    English Plus Pathway, Newcomer Pathway (All Newcomer Languages 9-11)

    Over 55 sections of honors and advanced placement classes are offered. Students are provided intervention classes in Math and English based on STAR test scores.

    Opportunities for Parental Involvement

    GWHS has a very active parent community and we actively seek parent involvement. The PTSA, School Site Council, and English Language Advisory Committee collaboratively meet with the principal. Parent and community input is actively sought in the decision-making process. The PTSA sponsors programs of interest to parents and publishes a newsletter. The Beacon family council holds a variety of parent workshops throughout the year. Monthly PTSA meetings are held at the school and specific parent meetings are held in the community as well. The Alumni association supports school activities and meets with the principal on a regular basis. Open house events are held twice a year for new and prospective parents. Volunteers from San Francisco school volunteers assist in classrooms.

    Additional Info

    College Counseling Center Available