FAQs

  • Working with students since 1987- we offer a flexible, nurturing environment that reflects who our students are and how they learn. Check out our Mission and History. 

  • Our teachers are long tenured with unparalleled experience in 1:1 teaching. They customize the learning experience for all student needs- academically, socially, and emotionally. Check out our Faculty biographies

  • SIL offers a robust catalog of UC-approved courses, in many cases significantly more than other schools in the region. Explore our full list of Courses.

  • Yes. SIL is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and our courses are approved by the UC. Additionally, they are approved by the NCAA for aspiring collegiate student-athletes. Our approved list can be accessed online. 

  • Yes, you can graduate with SIL!

  • No. Students are not guaranteed an A or an B or even that they will pass. However, we don't penalize a Student for not understanding something - our classes are collaborative rather than punitive. If a Student is motivated and willing to do the work, we will provide every resource we can to help them succeed in the course. Retakes are available, but require review of the material - check with each department for the relevant policy.

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  • There is no minimum number of hours of instruction required to complete a course. Students complete a course once they have satisfied the requirements of the curriculum, regardless of how much or how little time they have spent in class. Many students re-taking courses bring prior knowledge and progress quickly. Other students who find the material challenging may need more time. Because the completion of any SIL course is predicated on a student's understanding of the material, the timeframe in which one learns is determined by their effort and ability. We do not require any number of lessons. Once you demonstrate mastery of course outcomes, you will have finished the course.

  • Our school profile has information about the graduation path at SIL and where our Students attend college.

  • SIL's Principal helps with college advising, in an introductory capacity. We can also provide other resources to help.

  • For our full-time students, we are happy for you to supplement SIL classes with those from community colleges or online providers.

  • Our Student Government meets weekly and all students are welcome. We also enjoy holding school BBQs, and board games and musical instruments are available for students. SIL also enjoys hearing from students who have a desire to lead in this area and are open to new ideas.

  • We love penguins. They're cool, they're our school mascot. A graduating class selected the iconic mascot and has stuck ever since.

  • Athletics tend to happen differently at SIL with Students involved in club sports, dance, international tournaments, the SIL Running Club, or keeping a PE log for credit.