Because our school is always together and the clubs are just awesome!
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Posted by a student on 09/27/09
I love La Jolla High School because there are so many unique and interesting people here. Our school is ranked high for academics, and we have so many different clubs on campus it's crazy
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Posted by a parent on 09/16/09
La Jolla High is a jewel of La Jolla. Academically we rank among many nation-wide top 100 lists and the administration continues to provide new and interesting topics which allow students to find one that truly interests them. Our athletic teams consistently win CIF, yet have always been welcoming towards
... Read more new players. When it comes to school spirit and unity we go above and beyond, always putting on amazing dances and pep rallies which bring in huge crowds. Finally, there are about 50 clubs at La Jolla and each offer something unique to their members and work with the community. There is definitely something for everyone at La Jolla. Read less
Posted by a student on 09/16/09
Great teachers, great student body, and great location! La Jolla High has a consistent track record of sending the majority of its senior class on to very good colleges. High school alumni report great success in college as well.
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Posted by a parent on 09/16/09
La Jolla High has exceded all my expectations for bring academic excellence into our family.
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Posted by a parent on 09/16/09
We have great students! They work very hard to achieve and help others less fortunate.
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Posted by a parent on 09/16/09
This school caters to the highly self-motivated kids and the jocks. A kid who is bright (mine is seminar) but needs some encouragement and motivation is left by the wayside - teachers don't care!
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Posted by a parent on 12/05/08
Okay, the school so far is doing great for my child, althought he enviornment is rather materialistic so to speak. The teachers are very good so far and I am pleased with my child's progress.
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Posted by a parent on 05/15/06
La Jolla High discourages parental involvemment, they also do not want to talk to parents. They cater to a lot of foreign/asian students who are self taught at home. Your child won't learn much in class; they will be exposed to foreign competition. The staff makes it difficult to communicate to them,
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Posted by a parent on 04/15/06
LJHS is not a place for higher learning of good (A-B)students. Work is assigned for home study. Classes are stagnant and boring. It is a place for exceptional self taught or bussed in students and all the rest are thrown by the wayside. Try to meet with a teacher or staff or counselor.
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American Literature, Journalism, Literature, Speech/Debate
Arts
Art, Photography
Music
Choral, Music Theory
Computer Science
Computer Programming, Computer Science, Internet/Web Site
Fine Arts
Drama
Social Studies / Social Sciences
Economics, Psychology, Sociology and Anthropology
Science
Human Anatomy/Physiology
Vocational Education
Phys Ed
Math
Statistics
Advanced Placement
Math, Science, Social Studies, English, Fine Arts, Foreign Language, Computers
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Before/After School
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Gifted and Talented
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general intellectual ability or talent - high intelligence test score (usually two standard deviations above the mean), and high levels of vocabulary, memory, abstract work knowledge and abstract reasoning;
specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
Vocation/Technical Curriculum
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Special Education Classes
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Adult Education Classes
Programs offering GED or equivalent courses for adults within regular schools, whether classes are held during evening or daytime schedules.
English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
La Jolla schools — La Jolla Senior High School is located at 750 Nautilus St, La Jolla CA 92037. 750 Nautilus St is in the 92037 ZIP code in La Jolla, CA The school district for La Jolla Senior High School is the San Diego Unified School District. La Jolla Senior High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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