Science Leadership Academy

Learn • Create • Lead

About SLA

The Science Leadership Academy is a partnership high school between the School District of Philadelphia and The Franklin Institute. SLA is an inquiry-driven, project-based high school focused on 21st century learning that opened its doors on September 7, 2006.

SLA provides a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum with a focus on science, technology, mathematics and entrepreneurship. Students at SLA learn in a project-based environment where the core values of inquiry, research, collaboration, presentation and reflection are emphasized in all classes.

For more info, check out our Mission Statement, Curriculum, and Admissions pages.

SLA's Science Teachers
SLA's First Graduating Class
Bill Gates visits SLA

Marking Periods

Marking Period Information

SLA follows the School District of Philadelphia high school calendar for marking periods. Please Note: SLA students may remain in classes on days when other School District of Philadelphia schools have an early dismissal for staff development afternoons. (see class schedule) Please refer to the SLA calendar for more information.

Science Leadership Academy

Learn • Create • Lead

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Marking Periods

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