Participate in the 2025-26 and 2026-27 Academic Calendar Feedback Survey HERE

School Selection for the 2025-26 School Year is Now Open! Apply HERE

Scholars, Parents and guardians, here is our  Flyer for Fall College tour.  Orientaion is on Sept-28

Important info: “Involve at 17”, a program for students age 17+ to be poll workers!

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2025-2026 School Selection- Join Us for an Open House!

We invite you to Motivation High School, our upcoming Open House event where you can explore the vibrant learning opportunities and supportive community that make our school unique. During these sessions, you will tour the building, learn about our rigorous academic programs, meet our passionate educators, and learn about the personalized attention your child will receive. Please learn about our exciting partnerships, including our collaboration with Harrisburg, UPenn, and other colleges. Open House dates include September 17 ( 9-11 am), September 25 (4-6 pm), October 1 (12- 2 pm), October 14 (11 am – 1 pm), and October 22 (8 – 10 am). No RSVP is required.  We look forward to welcoming you to Motivation!!!

Experience Motivation with a Shadow Day!

If you wish to shadow Motivation Scholar, please contact Mr. Schrodel (tjschrodel@philasd.org) or Ms. Ramsey (anorward@philasd.org) to schedule the day and time.

Admissions 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:

September 13th @ 4 pm: Application OPENS
October 23rd @ 11:59 pm: 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 for Open house Flyer

Click here to learn more about the School District of Philadelphia’s school selection process.

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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 life of service, 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

Please click here for updated bell schedule for the school year 2024-25:

Here is our Academic Calendar for the school year 2024-25:

Here is the link for Motivation High School Calendar:

Link for our SAC flyer for the school year 2024-25:

Please click here to see courses offered at Motivation High School

More information will be posted here soon related to  Sophomore Open house, Junior Welcome back and Senior Welcome back.

Scholars Health information:

Please click here for Student health services and medical updates from Student Health Services.