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Enrollment Guide and Lottery Facts

Enrollment Guide: Steps to Enroll

Sacramento School of Engineering and Science (SSES) is a public, tuition-free charter high school open to all students. We welcome families to join our community with no admissions requirements.

  1. Learn About SSES

    • Visit our website or contact us to explore our mission, vision, and academic programs.

    • For questions, submit a question in the homepage on our website or email admin@charter-sses.org

  2. Complete the Enrollment Form

    • Submit your child’s enrollment form online or in person to enter the lottery.

    • Ensure all required details are accurate and submitted before the deadline of March 14, 2025

  3. Lottery Process

    • Enrollment is conducted through a public lottery system.

    • Families selected through the lottery will receive an admission notification.

  4. Accept Your Child’s Seat

    • Confirm your child’s spot by the acceptance deadline provided in your notification.

  5. Submit Registration Paperwork

    • Provide all required registration documents by the specified deadline to finalize enrollment.

  6. Stay Connected

    • Follow SSES on social media for updates and important information leading up to the school year.

  7. Prepare for the First Day

    • Attend orientation sessions, pick up day-1 packet, and prepare your child for their exciting journey at SSES.

Lottery and Registration Facts

Who Can Enroll at SSES?

  • Children eligible for 9th - 12th grade for the 2025-2026 school year.

Cost to Attend

  • SSES is a free public charter school; there is no cost to attend.

Available Seats for 2025-26 SY

  • 9th: 20 seats available

  • 10th: 20 seats available

  • 11th: 10 seats available

  • 12th: 10 seats available

How to Enroll

  • Visit our website, go to the Enrollment page, and complete the secure enrollment form.

Important Dates and Enrollment Timeline

  • Enrollment Opens: November 1, 2024.

  • Enrollment Closes: Midnight on the last Friday in April 2025.

  • Lottery Date: March 16, 2025

  • Acceptance Deadline: Second Friday in April 2025

  • Acceptance Deadline: Third Friday in April 2025.

  • Registration Paperwork Due: May 1, 2025.

The Lottery Process

  • A randomized lottery determines admission if there are more applications than seats.

  • Students not selected in the lottery are placed on a waitlist.

  • Families are notified of their child’s status (accepted or waitlisted) on Lottery Day.

Registration Process

  1. Families of accepted students receive a phone call indicating the acceptance and an email with information to fill out.

  2. Submit all registration documents, including:

    • Student and Family Information Form

    • Health Record Form

    • Media Release Form

    • Dental Examination Verification Form

    • Immunization Records

Waitlist Information

  • Waitlisted students may still gain admission as seats become available.

  • Families will have 48 hours to accept a seat when offered.

Enrollment Preferences

In accordance with state statutes, enrollment preference is given to:

  • Siblings of students already enrolled at SSES.

  • Children of school staff members.

For questions or assistance, please contact us at admin@charter-sses.org. We’re here to help guide you through the process!