Application for Admission for 2014-2015 School Year

Grade Level of Application (please complete one application per student):

Student is currently in Grade: (circle one) 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

Student is applying for Grade: (circle one) 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12




Student Information:

Name (First, Middle, & Last): ________________________________________________________

Date of Birth: __________________________ Male ______ Female ______

Current School: ____ ______________________ School District ID #: ____________________

Sibling Information (please complete ONLY if the applicant is the sibling of a current Freire student):

Name of Sibling who currently attends Freire: ___________________________________________

Grade Level of Sibling: ________________

Parent(s)/Legal Guardian(s) Information:

Please complete the section below using the information of the adult(s) who is presenting this student for admission
at Freire. You must be a Pennsylvania Resident. Preference is given to those residing in Philadelphia.

Name: ______________________________________ Relationship: ____________________

Name: ______________________________________ Relationship: ____________________

Street Address ___________________________________________________________________

City: ___________________________________ State: _______ Zip: ______________

Home Phone: ____________________________ Work Phone: __________________________

Cell Phone: ____________________________ Email: ________________________________

Does the student live at the address above? _____ yes _____ no

If no, provide students address: ______________________________________________________________________

If no, provide name & relationship of parent/guardian living with student: ______________________________________
Office of Admission:

High School Campus
2027 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Middle School Campus
1026 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Please return all Grade 5 and Grades 9-12 Applications to the High School Campus for processing.

Please return all applications for Grades 6, 7, and 8 to the Middle School Campus for processing




Statement of Understanding:

I understand that supplying incomplete, inaccurate, or misleading information may invalidate this application and result in the
withdrawal of any subsequent offer of admission or enrollment. I understand that an offer of admission is tentative pending the
receipt of a final transcript and may be withdrawn if my child fails to complete successfully his or her current coursework. I also
understand that all credentials submitted in support of this application become the property of Freire and are not returnable. I
acknowledge that I have read the entire admissions policy online and agree unconditionally to all aspects of this policy. Finally, I
will become familiar with the regulations regarding academic expectations and student behavior at the Freire Charter School and
will fully comply with them during my childs enrollment at Freire. By signing below, you accept these conditions and attest that
you are the legal guardian of the prospective student.


Parent/Guardians Signature: ____________________________________________

Statement about Freire

We understand that there are a lot of high school options in Philadelphia. The choice can be overwhelming.
When considering Freire, students and their families should know that we aim to be the best college preparatory
high school in the city. College prep is what we do, all day and every day. Our curriculum is grounded in the
liberal arts and sciences, giving students a wider exposure to a variety of topics they can and will study in college.

If as a student you want to read and write extensively, to think critically, and to study hard daily, then Freire
could be a great match for you. We are proud of our students academic gains and of our schools results. We
invite you to apply to be the next Freire Dragon and to build your future with us.

Highlights of College Success:

For the Class of 2013, 94% of our graduates planned on enrolling in college in the fall.
Defying national trends, an equal percent of Freire young males headed to college compared to females.
For the Class of 2013, Freire students earned over $4.7 million in scholarships, which averages out to
$47,589 per graduate.
Freire graduates beat local, state, and national averages year after year in their college persistence rates.
Each year, 89% to 92% of all of our first year college freshmen return to college for their sophomore
year.

Statement on Diversity:

Freire Charter School values diversity and seeks students from diverse backgrounds. Freire Charter School does not discriminate on the
basis of race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnic origin, or disability in its admissions policies. For more information about
Freire, please visit us on the web at the following address:

www.freirecharterschool.org



All Applications are due January 31, 2014, in order to be eligible for the Lottery.
Office of Admission:

High School Campus
2027 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Middle School Campus
1026 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107