Inside the SFUSD Lottery: A Parent’s Guide to Surviving the System

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when your kid’s school assignment isn’t tied to your address, but to a citywide lottery? In this episode of The Sunset Connection, host Jessica Ho sits down with four Sunset District parents to unpack the complexities of San Francisco’s public school system.You’ll hear from:Gabi Wu, a real estate agent and bilingual education advocate who started researching kindergarten options when her daughter was three.Alex Wong, chair of SF Parent Action, who walks us through the school assignment process, from values to waitlists.Lucy Wang, a PTA leader and longtime public servant, who shares what it really takes to stay in the system through high school.Patrick Wolff, former U.S. Chess Champion turned education advocate, who pushes for better funding and special ed support.Plus, we wrap up with a fun trivia round on San Francisco schools!Whether you’re planning to start a family, already navigating TK applications, or just trying to understand how education shapes our city, this episode is for you. 🎶 Original music for this episode was licensed via Soundstripe. Special thanks to the artists who bring these stories to life. Stay Connected📌 Listen on Buzzsprout 📷 Follow on Instagram 📘 Like us on Facebook ▶️ Watch on YouTube ✉️ Email: [email protected], share, and leave a review — it helps more neighbors find the show!The Sunset Connection — exploring the stories and histories that connect us.