Newcomer Program - all languages

A little VVMS/ Big Viz history and then some:

SF International is a small school that offers a unique program designed for recent immigrant students who have attended school in the United States for four years or less. SF International teachers are specially trained to offer extra support to help every student develop their academic English skills while they learn the content they need to graduate and be prepared for college.

Mission is located in front of the beautiful Dolores Park where the neighborhoods of the Mission, Noe Valley, and the Castro meet. The campus is accessible from all parts of the City with its central location. We instill positive social values, acceptance, and an appreciation for the diversity represented at Mission. Our academic focus school-wide is aimed at preparing ALL of our students for college and careers with rigorous courses including a rich array of AP and honors courses.

Founded in 1994, Thurgood Marshall Academic High School is a four-year college preparatory high school with a diverse student body in southeast San Francisco.  With an eight-period schedule, students choose an extra course in the daily routine to challenge themselves and expand their options. Students take core and elective courses, including AP courses, which meet all UC and CSU admission requirements. Students enjoy access to a refurbished and expanded College & Career Center, a fully staffed Wellness Center, a Peer Resources Program, and multiple extracurricular activities.

Galileo Academy of Science and Technology's mission is to provide equal access to all educational programs and ensure success for all students.

Francisco Middle School, located in the heart of the Chinatown-North Beach community, has a rich tradition of delivering a strong academic curriculum to our diverse student population. We involve our students in meaningful school experiences that promote the joy of learning while addressing students' individual needs. Our school believes that all students should have access to an appropriate and quality education that prepares them to be high functioning members of the community.

Everett Middle School is a public school located at the border of the vibrant Castro and Mission districts. We serve a diverse student population including newcomers and special day students, and we offer Spanish Immersion instruction and unique enrichment in arts, leadership and civic activism.