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Wells, Ida B.

School code number: 743
Grade Level: 9-12
Hours: 8:30AM - 3:00PM

1099 Hayes Street, San Francisco, CA, 94117
Neighborhood: Western Addition
Phone: (415) 241-6315
Fax: (415) 241-6317
School Loop: wells-sfusd-ca.schoolloop.com
Principal: Richard Duber

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    Ida B. Wells High School is an alternative school established to serve students who are age 16 and older who are seeking to complete the high school portion of their education in a setting with smaller classes, an array of credit recovery opportunities, and a supportive, family-like learning environment. We provide a small school setting and individualized attention. Special programs include a multifunctional computer lab, supplemental instructional services, a variety of Community-Based Organization support, and a Learning Exchange Program with McKesson Corporation including a Science Partnership with City College and ZEUM Technology Model Program where students produce and explore the visual, media and performing arts. In addition to the academic focus, students can participate in the School-To- Career Program or Step-To-College as they plan their pathway after high school graduation. The student body includes students who are employed, teen parents, and students who need a flexible educational environment.

    Wells has a diverse, committed, caring, and professionally competent staff to serve our students. A highly skilled Wellness Center staff serves, refers, and develops new partnerships to serve the needs of our students and their families within a strong culture of encouragement. Our commitment is to provide each of our students with the opportunity to establish academic and career goals, and to acquire the skills and self-reliance needed to achieve those goals. Staff define student achievement in terms not only of grades and credits, but place a higher value on the acquisition of skills that will lead to passing the CAHSEE and preparing students for success throughout their lives. Students who transfer to Wells are asked to make a commitment to Three A's: Attendance, Attitude (positive), and Achievement. We focus on helping students recover high school course credit and achieve their personal goals. Our educational program embraces the concept that student success depends upon the collaboration and commitment of students, teachers, parents, and community partners.

    Uniforms

    None

    Special Education Programs

    • Designated Instructional Services
    • Resource Specialist Program
    • Special Day Class/Learning Disabled/Emotionally Disturbed

    Resource Specialist Program, Special Day Class/Learning Disabled/Emotionally Disturbed, Designated Instructional Services

    Language Programs

    English Plus Pathway

    Opportunities for Parental Involvement

    Parents are welcome at the school at all times. They are encouraged to visit classrooms, serve as ongoing partners in our school, volunteer in various projects and serve as community resources for students. Parents are always invited to participate in school-wide activities and celebrations. Parents also serve as members of our School Site Council and other advisory groups. Wells seeks to involve parents from day one of their child's time at Wells. Parents accompany their child during enrollment and orientation (translation is available at these sessions). Four times each year parent/guardian, students, and teachers meet in face-to-face conferences to discuss and review student progress, attendance, and plan for post-secondary school options.