How do I apply to Envision Schools (CAT, Metro, MSAT, Envision Academy, and Impact Academy) ?
You must fill out an Envision Schools application. Applicants must mark at the top of the form which of the four Envision Schools they wish to apply to. Applications may be downloaded from our website (above) or can be picked up at any one of our schools in the school office. Applications will also be available at all of our information nights.
Do you offer shadow opportunities at your schools?
Yes, we offer Student Visitation Days. All our schools offer prospective students the opportunity to experience student life on pre-scheduled days. Visiting students will be paired with a student host and will have the opportunity to ask questions, visit classes, have a school tour, attend a community meeting and also mingle in the general student population. Our classes run 80 to 90 minutes. We have found that it is difficult for students who are not engaged in learning to sit and just observe for that length of time. Therefore, Student Visitation Days will conclude around 11:30AM.
Students must reserve a place by contacting their school of choice directly. Reservations must be made well in advance since only 10 reservations will be accepted for each Student Visitation Day.
Student Visitation Days will begin after October 2, 2006.
How does Envision Schools select its students?
As prescribed by California law, Envision Schools conducts a lottery for incoming ninth grade students. A separate lottery is held for each of the Envision Schools.
If I live in San Francisco, can I select both Metro and CAT on the Admissions Application?
Yes, if you live in San Francisco, you can select both CAT and Metro. You will be added to both lists and will be assigned two separate lottery numbers.
For CAT and Metro, can I apply through San Francisco Unified School District?
No. CAT and Metro's enrollment process is completely separate from SFUSD. If you are applying to SFUSD high schools, do not list CAT or Metro as one of your choices on the District's enrollment form.
Are there any preferences given to any students in the lottery process?
Yes. They are as follows:
Envision Academy - Residents of Alameda County who are First to College have preference.
MSAT – Novato Residents, MSAT Founding Families and siblings of currently enrolled students, students of current MSAT staff, and current or past Envision Schools (ES) board members receive preference at MSAT.
CAT and Metro – Siblings of currently enrolled students, students of current CAT and Metro staff, and current or past ES board members receive preference. Students who are first to college in their families and who reside in San Francisco also receive preference.
Does Envision Schools have a separate enrollment process or lottery for students with Individual Education Plans (IEPs)?
No. Students with IEPs and students with identified learning disabilities are enrolled using the same lottery process.
If Envision Schools uses a lottery process to enroll students, why is an Admissions Application required?
There are several reasons Envision Schools requires an application. As a school of choice, Envision Schools wants to ensure that students use the application process as a way to decide if the Envision Schools are right for you. Also, the information listed on the application also helps us to get to know students, their particular needs and pertinent personal and family information.
Does Envision Schools admit students during the school year?
Students are periodically enrolled during the first semester depending on space available. Mid-year transfers will not be considered after January 31, 2006. Students wishing to transfer mid-year must contact the school directly for enrollment information and to schedule a meeting with the school principal.
