Enroll Today for School Year 2025-26!
Accepting enrollment for 9th-12th grade.
Please complete a new form for each student.
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.
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
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
Lottery Process
Enrollment is conducted through a public lottery system.
Families selected through the lottery will receive an admission notification.
Accept Your Child’s Seat
Confirm your child’s spot by the acceptance deadline provided in your notification.
Submit Registration Paperwork
Provide all required registration documents by the specified deadline to finalize enrollment.
Stay Connected
Follow SSES on social media for updates and important information leading up to the school year.
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
Families of accepted students receive a phone call indicating the acceptance and an email with information to fill out.
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!