Attend an Information Session

Discover if Holden is right for your family

Attending a Holden Information Session is a great way to visit our unique campus and learn about Holden from the Co-Directors, teachers, and current Holden students. We offer in person evening Information Sessions as well as virtual Information Sessions.

Please click the link below to register for the virtual information session on November 19th at 12pm.

Complete the form below to attend an in person information session.

Send queries or inquire about tours during the school day by emailing admissions@holdenhigh.org.

Schedule an Admissions Call

We are excited to be participating in the Fall 2025 Inclusive Schools Group School & Resource Fair coming up on Friday, November 7th! 

Click the link below to attend the virtual fair for free and hear from us as well as other small schools / service providers in the Bay Area.

Register for ISG Fair

Information Session Registration:

Kristin Lamoureux, Admissions Director

A Caring Empowering Community

Scheduling an in-person tour or virtual meeting is a great way to learn more about Holden. Our community fosters:

  • A love of learning
  • Meaningful relationships
  • A student-centered educational experience
  • A diverse environment that nurtures students' gifts & challenges

We look forward to meeting you!

Testimonials

changing lives since 1969

"Holden has helped me feel confident enough to open up and share my ideas and opinions. I plan to enroll in community college to study aviation and graphic design."
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CoreyHolden Graduate
"The Transition Counselors at Holden have helped me organize my path to college. It's been very productive. This fall I'll attend Sacramento Community College."
Jack
JackHolden Graduate
"Holden supports but doesn't coddle. It pushes me to be my best. I have to earn my privileges through things like community service and clean-up crew that prepare me for life outside of school."
Ari
AriHolden Graduate
"Graduating from Holden is bitter-sweet. I'll miss the close-knit feeling of being in such a small community. I'm excited to start at Prescott College to study Wilderness Leadership."
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ZaylaHolden Graduate
"My favorite Holden memory was our school field trip to Kennedy Park. After my gap year, I'll attend the College of Alameda and take a mechanics class."
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WalterHolden Graduate
"I didn't do well in traditional schools because my ADHD means I learn differently. Holden gave me lots of support to pursue my passion for engineering and science."
Gabe
GabeHolden Graduate
"I am forever grateful. This school not only saved my life, but gave me a safe place to explore, grow, and heal."


Krystal
KrystalHolden Graduate
"Holden is a real community. Everyone belongs. I love the freedom I have to express myself. I feel respected here."


Kayla
KaylaHolden Graduate
"Before Holden, I struggled in crowded public school classrooms with teachers who could not support a student with ADHD. I've grown so much at Holden"

Carlo
CarloHolden Alumnus
"Holden gave me a better understanding of myself and how I affect the world around me. It gave me direction, and guided my creativity"

Elliot "Oden"
Elliot "Oden"Holden Graduate
"I am so grateful to work in a school with a collaborative staff that truly respects and supports each individual student."


Abby
AbbyHolden Director
"Holden helped me learn to really enjoy life and express my feelings. Holden helped me through a lot of dark times and I'm forever thankful."

Beatrice
BeatriceHolden Graduate
“I have matured in ways that wouldn’t have been possible without the community at Holden.”


Brandon
BrandonHolden Graduate
"Holden is a community. We check in with each other, teach and learn from one another, and help each other succeed. I love working here!"

Libby
LibbyHolden Teacher
"I didn't think I would graduate high school until I came to Holden. I have been supported, gained a lot more confidence and made a lot of friends in my time at Holden."

Nora
NoraHolden Graduate
"Attending Holden made me feel smart again. I didn't think I could do school but next fall I'm attending San Francisco State."

Milena
MilenaHolden Graduate
"Holden was the first school to meet my academic needs. I became more comfortable attending classes and graduated on time."

Ellie
EllieHolden Graduate
“Holden helped me learn as well as supporting me getting a job and creating a plan for after graduation."

Dylan
DylanHolden Graduate