Welcome to the Motivation High School website!!
Let us make this summer a time for adventure, creativity, and rest. We look forward to welcoming you back, refreshed and ready for the exciting year ahead!
Getting ready for school? Here are the links for:
Motivation at-a-glance 2025 Summer Packet Counselor Corner Uniform Expectation High School Supply List Immunization Requirements
For updated information, follow us on Instagram – @motivationhs.phila
Click here for the school video
Click here for the school presentation
Our first day of school for scholars is Monday, August 25, 2026.
MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL:
Welcome to Motivation High School, where passion meets purpose! At Motivation High, we believe in empowering scholars to reach their highest potential in an environment that fosters academic excellence, creativity, and personal growth by being a STAR ( Success Through Accepting Responsibility). Our dedicated staff, diverse programs, and inclusive community work together to provide a dynamic and supportive learning experience. Whether you are exploring our challenging courses or preparing for college and careers, Motivation is here to inspire and guide you every step of the way. We are committed to your future success, developing well-rounded scholars through rigorous academics, diverse extracurricular activities, and solid character-building programs. Our mission is to prepare scholars for college, careers, and a meaningful service life, ensuring they have the skills, knowledge, and confidence to thrive in a global society. Welcome to your future. Welcome to Motivation High School!!!!
-Principal Teli-Johnson
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
PSSA Scores: 50th Percentile in Math or Reading
Grades: All A’s, B’s, and C’s in all subjects.
Attendance: 90% Attendance (18 or fewer absences)
Application Timeline: Coming Soon
September : Application OPENS
October : Application CLOSES
November/December: Appeal window OPENS and CLOSES; Eligibility released
December – January: Individualized reviews; Appeals reviewed
January: Final eligibility released; Lottery; Offers, acceptances, and waitlist offers made
Click here to learn more about the School District of Philadelphia’s school selection process.