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Grades 6-12 Independent Study

Foothills Independent Study School provides an alternative educational learning environment which offers individualized education plans for students whose needs may best be met outside of the regular classroom setting.  Independent study is an alternative to classroom instruction and consistent with the SMUSD course of study.  It is not alternative curriculum.

The IS program offers open entry/exit enrollment and participation is voluntary.  Students in grades 9-12 receive high school credit for all coursework completed and can graduate as soon as they have completed the SMUSD Board approved requirements.  With this in mind, acceleration of the academic program is a possibility.  


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Foreign Passport Application
Aplicación de Pasaporte

Latest News

01/06/2025
Intradistrict and Interdistrict Transfer Applications 2025-26

Intradistrict and Interdistrict transfer applications for the 2025-26 school year are available now through March 31, 2025.

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09/01/2024
Let's Face It. Together. A Mental Health Program.

The program aims to help youth and teens get support from the District to address mental health challenges.

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The San Marcos Unified School District is an innovative and collaborative community providing an unparalleled educational experience. Through an engaging and supportive environment, all our students are challenged, inspired, and poised to excel.
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