Independence High School

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School Type

  • High School

Grades

9
10
11
12

Estimated Enrollment

220

Principal

  • Anastasia Klafter

Assistant Principal(s)

  • Ashley Seaphan

Hours

Mo: 9:00 am-3:00 pm
Tu: 9:00 am-3:00 pm
We: 9:00 am-3:00 pm
Th: 9:00 am-3:00 pm
Fr: 9:00 am-12:45 pm

School Tour

Tours by appointment.

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Neighborhood

School Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch

View menus at sfusd.edu/menus.

School Code

466
Overview

Truly Individualized Education

At Independence High School we offer individualized learning structure and menu of support create the conditions for students to become self- determined learners who find success in school, career and beyond. We offer a wide range of options for programming, school schedule and curriculum to meet the unique individual needs of students and their families. In our small and supportive environment  students are on campus 5-15 hours per week. 9th through 12th Graders in SFUSD are eligible to transfer to Independence through the voluntary transfer process.


Project-Based Learning

We believe that students will get excited about learning when we make the learning relevant and meaningful to them. We try and embed elements of project-based learning in all of our classes: authenticity, collaboration, inquiry, student voice and choice.

Embedded Supports

Every Independence student has an Advisor or Supervising Teacher who serves as their "go-to adult" in the building. Every student has time scheduled in the Learning Lab, where they can receive academic or organizational support. Our Counselor provides College Counseling and post-secondary support. Our Wellness Center is open every day for drop-in services as well as referrals to therapy, medical services, support groups and connections to community-based organizations.

Unique Programming

Independence students have access to concurrent enrollment at City College of San Francisco, where they can earn both high school and college credit. Students also have access to job training and internship placement. Our new Career Technical program focuses on Media Arts, Video and Digital Art. Art Electives include Ceramics, Drawing, Painting, and Mural painting. Other electives include Surfing, Computer Programming, Outdoor Education, Journalism, LGBTQIA Studies, Film Studies and more. Each quarter we offer clubs and groups based on student interest.

Flexible Schedules

We create each student schedule individually when a student enters Independence. Many of our students have obligations outside of school: family, employment or a special talent. We support students to continue doing what they need while they go to school by creating schedules that fit their needs. Students can choose what days they attend or what time of day works best for them. We also offer online learning opportunities for students who can do more independently.

Programs

After School

Outside of required sections, Independence offers many electives and clubs, such as Outdoor Education, Learning Lab tutoring and support, GSA Club, City Surf Project, Mural Painting, Ceramics, Digital Art, Painting, Drawing, Yearbook, Student Union, Ethnic Studies, Enterprise for Youth Job Readiness, Interdisciplinary projects and online learning opportunities. Career Technical Education-Media Arts (Podcasting and Video Production) is offered in the morning.

Language

  • Spanish World Language

Special Education

  • Resource Specialist Program Services

Special Education Description

We offer Resource Specialist services as well as a Counseling-Enriched Classroom.

School Day Academic Enrichment

  • College classes at CCSF or SFSU
  • Individual learning plans
  • Interdisciplinary studies
  • Internships available
  • Journalism
  • Leadership class
  • Outdoor education program
  • Project-based learning
  • STEAM (science; technology; engineering; arts; mathematics)
  • Tutoring in school
  • Work experience education

Arts Enrichment

  • Ceramics
  • Media arts
  • Visual arts

Arts Enrichment Description

All juniors and seniors can partake in Early College classes at CCSF.

Student Support

  • Advisory
  • Counselor
  • Health and wellness center
  • On-site nurse
  • Social worker

Career Technical Education Academies

  • Arts, Media and Entertainment

College Counseling

  • Academic counseling
  • Cash for College or Financial Aid Night
  • College and/or career counseling
  • College application workshops
  • College tours and visits
  • Job readiness programs
  • Personal statement workshops
  • UCSF Early Academic Outreach Program (EAOP)
School Data
Contact Info

Address

1350 7th Avenue
San Francisco
CA
94122

Phone

Location

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Independence High School
Grades
9-12
1350 7th Avenue, San Francisco, 94122
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Hours
Mo: 9:00 am–3:00 pm
Tu: 9:00 am–3:00 pm
We: 9:00 am–3:00 pm
Th: 9:00 am–3:00 pm
Fr: 9:00 am–12:45 pm