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More about this school
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School Type
High School, 9-12 -
Estimated Enrollment
220 -
Principal
- Anastasia Klafter
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Assistant Principal
- Kelly Kruger
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Hours
Mo - Fr: 8:00 am-3:25 pm
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School Tour
School tours Thursday afternoons, scheduled by appointment.
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Neighborhood
Inner Sunset -
School Meals
Breakfast, Lunch -
School Code
466
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About Independence High School
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 LearningWe 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.
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After School Programs
Outside of required sections, Independence offers many electives and clubs, such as Outdoor Education, Learning Lab tutoring and support, GSA Club, City Surf Project, Code Nation Computer Programming Class, Mural Painting, Ceramics, Digital Art, Painting, Drawing, CTE Digital Media, Yearbook Club, Student Union, Ethnic Studies, Enterprise for Youth Job Readiness, Interdisciplinary projects and online learning opportunities. -
Language Programs
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Spanish World Language
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Special Education Programs
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Resource Specialist services
We offer Resource Specialist services as well as a Counseling-Enriched Classroom. -
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School Day Academic Enrichment
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College classes at CCSF or SFSU
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Individual learning plans
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Interdisciplinary studies
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Internships available
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Journalism
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Leadership class
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Outdoor education program
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Project-based learning
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STEAM (science; technology; engineering; arts; mathematics)
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Tutoring in school
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Work experience education
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Arts Enrichment
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Ceramics
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Media arts
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Visual arts
All juniors and seniors can partake in Early College classes at CCSF. -
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Student Support Programs
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Social worker
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On-site nurse
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Advisory
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Health and wellness center
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Counselor
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Career Technical Education Academies
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Arts, Media and Entertainment
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College Counseling
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Academic counseling
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Cash for College or Financial Aid Night
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College and/or career counseling
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College application workshops
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College tours and visits
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Job readiness programs
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Personal statement workshops
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UCSF Early Academic Outreach Program (EAOP)
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2018-2019 Social-Emotional and Culture Climate Report
SFUSD annually surveys families and school staff on a range of school climate indicators that have been found to predict positive student academic achievement. The social-emotional learning of students in grades 4-12 is also assessed. -
2018-2019 Independence HS School Accountability Highlights
Published annually by SFUSD to provide access to key data points and three-year trends related to student achievement and school culture-climate. The highlights are available in English, Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, Filipino, and Vietnamese. -
2018-2020 Independence Balanced Score Card
A two-year plan each school creates with families, students and community members that details the school's goals and priorities. -
2019-2020 Independence School Accountability Score Card (SARC)
School Accountability Report Cards (SARCs) are required by state law and are intended to provide families with important information about each public school. -
2019-2020 Independence School Accountability Score Card (SARC) Spanish
School Accountability Report Cards (SARCs) are required by state law and are intended to provide families with important information about each public school.
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Address
1350 7th Avenue, San Francisco, CA, 94122 -
Phone Number
415-242-5000 -
Fax Number
415-241-6213 -
Email
sch466@sfusd.edu -
Website
Independence High School
Grades 9-12
1350 7th Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94122
Get directions8:00 a.m. - 3:25 p.m.