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O'Connell, John

School code number: 651
Grade Level: 9-12
Hours: 8:00AM - 3:10PM

2355 Folsom Street, San Francisco, CA, 94110
Neighborhood: Mission
Phone: (415) 695-5370
Fax: (415) 695-5379
Website: www. johnoconnellhigh.org
School Loop: jochs-sfusd-ca.schoolloop.com
Principal: Martin Gomez

School Data

    Discover this school

    Discover the learning experience at John O'Connell High School! It's a small school, which means smaller classrooms where students develop academic and 21st century skills. Students engage in projects and in-depth learning opportunities with an academic focus. All students are enrolled in the University of California's A-G coursework to ensure students receive a college preparatory curriculum. An honors program begins in the 9th grade with English and Algebra. AP courses are available in Biology, English Literature, English Language, Calculus, Spanish Language, and Spanish Literature. Along with a rigorous core curriculum, O'Connell offers relevant pathway courses. Students can choose among Drama, Art, Computer Art, Networking, Architecture and Design, Peer Resources, Student Leadership, and Culinary. Advanced courses include Biotechnology, Advanced Media Arts, Advanced Art, Pre-Engineering, Programming, Advanced Culinary, and a half-day program in Architecture and Design with the Architectural Foundation of San Francisco. Located in the Mission district of San Francisco, O'Connell partners with City College, City Build, and the Academy of Art to round out student learning experiences.

    At O'Connell, we believe every student should be able to make choices about his/her future based on interests and dreams, and define (rather than wait for) opportunities. This means all students are prepared to enter post-secondary options of four-year university, community college, or livable wage careers after high school. Students are excited to come to school and participate in classes because they see the link between school and their future goals. Students and teachers feel safe to take risks in their learning and try new things.

    O'Connell thrives on a culture where all families feel comfortable and welcome at the school, and everyone can participate in events that further personal growth. We want and encourage our students and families to hold us accountable for providing the best educational opportunities for our students. Our monthly Principal's Coffee Chat is an informal meeting for parents to hear about school updates or ask the principal any questions. While informal in nature, the coffee chat has taken an active advocacy role in the community.

    School Tours

    Thursdays from 9:00AM-3:45 PM or any time with appointment.  Please email Martin Gomez gomezm4@sfusd.edu for more information.  Everybody is welcome to O'Connell!  Please come see the best building in the district, the best teachers in the district, and you will understand why O'C is the place to be!

    Uniforms

    None

    After School Programs

    3:15-6:00PM: tutoring, homework help, computer lab, on-line courses, clubs, athletics, Construction Academy, John O'Connell High School ExCEL Program (415) 695-5370

    Special Education Programs

    • Deaf/HH Magnet School
    • Designated Instructional Services
    • Resource Specialist Program
    • Special Day Class/Learning Disabled
    • Special Day Class/Emotionally Disturbed
    • Special Day Class/Hearing Impaired

    Resource Specialist Program, Special Day Class/Learning Disabled (9-12), Special Day Class/Emotionally Disturbed (9-12), Special Day Class/Hearing Impaired (9-12), Special Day Class/Severely Impaired-Transition (12), Designated Instructional Services

    Language Programs

    English Plus Pathway

    Advanced Placement Support Class; Support Classes in English and Agebra; On-line credit recovery program; Weekly Advisory Program; Wellness Center; Weekend CAHSEE Classes.

    Opportunities for Parental Involvement

    We have a strong parent community at JOHS and we believe that regular communication with parents is key to success for students. Teachers and adminstrators make regular phone calls home and we send a monthly newsletter to all famillies. A full-time parent liaison works with parents to monitor their students' progress and connect them to the school. The active PTSA meets monthly and has parent-selected topics each meeting. We also have a monthly Principal's Coffee, which gives parents an informal opportunity to meet with the principal and other faculty and hear about the school and give feedback. An ELAC committee meeets monthly to discuss the needs of students who are English language learners. Parents sit on the School Site Council to help make decisions. Parents are always welcome here.

    Additional Info

    Strong Arts Program: Art, Computer Art, Ceramics, Dance, Vocal Music, Drama, Digital Music, Photography. A Cisco Networking Program, Biotech, Construction Academy, Architecture, Culinary Program. A 7-period day.