La Jolla High School

If this is your favorite place to be then join our Viking Instrumental Music community where we connect and create! Our music program includes: Marching Band Concert Band... Orchestra AP Music Theory For more information contact Mr. Legerrette at [email protected]. Photo: Spring Concert 2019, Pearl Preis #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #besthighschools #sailtheship #highschoolband

Vikes, don't miss the Foundation’s Viking 5K Charge! This community fun run is happening May 15 & 16 to benefit La Jolla High. Choose from three fun race routes -- the Village, Bird Rock, or the Cross to LJHS. Pick one of these or make your own! More information is at bit.ly/LJHS_Viking5K. Pick a time slot for your photo finish. There will be balloons and music! Go to bit.ly/LJHS_Viking5KPhotoFinish.... Vote for your favorite t-shirt design! You have until April 19 to cast your vote online. Go to bit.ly/LJHS_Viking5KVoteTshirt. Sign up with your club or team. Gather your members and fans and have them add the name of your team or club when completing their registration. The club and team with the most registrants will be awarded $250! Register today at bit.ly/LJHS_Viking5KRegister. All proceeds from the Viking 5K Charge! will go towards supporting La Jolla High in its mission to bring the highest level of excellence in academics, arts, and sports that our La Jolla community values. #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #besthighschools #sailtheship #highschoolfoundation #ljhsalumni #lajolla5k #sandiego5k

On Monday, April 19th, all current in-person students are invited to attend school four days a week. Maintaining 6ft between students impacts classroom capacity so, in the case where class size exceeds 15 students, we will need to move students to a different location where they’ll participate via Zoom. We will alternate students, so the same students won’t be relocating every day. Teachers will connect with their classes on Monday to inform them of these situations. Thank yo...u for understanding as we keep students safe. To help with the flow of students in the morning, we will be opening the Nautilus Street entrance by the auditorium. Remember that upon entry, students will be asked to verify their ClearPass for that day. Before and during school, students may only enter / exit through the designated locations: ~ Between 8:00am and 8:35am: Pool Gate at Fay Avenue, Westbourne and Nautilus Street entrances will be open. ~From 8:35am: Main Office gate at Westbourne Street will be open for late arrivals and for students who don’t have a 4th period class. Entry is not permitted at any other gate. All gates other than those designated are for emergency exit only. See you Monday, Vikes! #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #besthighschools #sailtheship

Today was a great day at LJHS, the Vikes were back in class! It was wonderful to welcome our students back to school. Students, please reach out to your teachers and counselors with any concerns you may have. We are here to support you through this transition and help you end the year strong! Dr. Podhorsky’s complete update and school schedule can be found at bit.ly/LJHS_PrincipalUpdate0406.... #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #besthighschools #bettersd

We’re thrilled to announce that LJHS' Water Polo teams are back! Tryouts start April 17: Varsity and JV Boys... ~4/17: 5:00 - 8:00 pm ~4/19, 4/21, 4/23: 6:00 - 7:50 am ~4/20, 4/22: 1:30 - 3:20 pm Varsity and JV Girls ~4/17: 2:00 - 5:00 pm ~4/19, 4/21, 4/23: 1:30 - 3:20 pm ~4/20, 4/22: 6:00 - 8:00 am Requirements to play water polo: ~ All parents and student-athletes must attend the mandatory Zoom meeting on Fri., April 9 at 8:00am. Go to bit.ly/LJHS_Sports for login information. ~ Must be cleared on AthleticClearance.com (see: bit.ly/LJHS_Clearance) ~ Bring parent signed checklist to first practice (see: bit.ly/LJHS_Checklist) OR fill out COVID clearance, if applicable (see: bit.ly/LJHS_COVIDClearance) ~ Students MUST show ClearPass results or submit signed checklist form DAILY #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #besthighschools

LJHS Class of 2021 has started to post their Commitment Announcements! Watch our stories to see what our Seniors are planning for the fall. We're so proud of every student! Let the adventures begin, Vikes! This week’s reminders: ~Tues., April 6: Voluntary COVID-19 Testing will be available to any student or staff member coming to campus, including athletes and coaches. Go to bit.ly/LJHS_Testing for information and to sign up. The next testing date is April 13th.... ~Wed., April 7: PTSA Monthly Meeting at 4:00pm via Zoom. Information is at bit.ly/PTSA_Meet. ~Fri., April 9: Last day of the term. Parents and students, please review PowerSchool to ensure all assignments are complete and recorded. Contact your teachers immediately if you have questions ~Viking 5K Charge! Grab a friend and sign up to participate in the Viking 5K Charge. All proceeds benefit the Foundation of LJHS raising much needed funds for students’ academic, athletic, and extracurricular pursuits! Tickets and more info at Viking5KCharge.givesmart.com. ~Free Tutoring! Don’t forget UCSD is offering FREE tutoring for students K-12 on Tuesdays and Fridays from 5-7pm. To sign up go bit.ly/LJHS_Tutoring. Photos: @ljhs2021 #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #besthighschools #sailtheship

We’re thrilled to see our teams back on the fields, the courts, and in the pool! This week alone we had the following home games: MONDAY 3/22 ~Boys & Girls Golf vs Cathedral Catholic ~Boys & Girls JV Tennis vs Canyon Crest Academy... TUESDAY 3/23 ~JV Baseball vs Oceanside ~Girls VR Lacrosse vs Torrey Pines WEDNESDAY 3/24 ~JV Field Hockey vs San Pasqual ~VR Softball vs Serra/San Diego ~VR Field Hockey vs San Pasqual THURSDAY 3/25 ~Girls JV & VR Volleyball vs Point Loma ~VR Baseball vs Orange Glen ~Girls VR Lacrosse vs Poway FRIDAY 3/26 ~VR Softball vs Bayfront Charter ~JV Football (11 man) vs Mira Mesa ~VR Football vs Mira Mesa SATURDAY 3/27 ~JV & VR Baseball vs El Camino ~Boys VR Lacrosse vs Carlsbad ~Boys & Girls VR Swimming & Diving vs Scripps Ranch We have just one thing to say GO VIKES! LJHS sports calendar and information can be found at bit.ly/LJHS_Sports and @ljhs_sports. This photo and more @ljsteph1 and ljsteph.com. #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #besthighschools

One week to go before spring break! You’ve got this, Vikes! Important reminders: ~DUE TODAY, March 22 Students need to complete the form that was emailed to parents with their choice of in person/hybrid or online learning.... ~ La Jolla High is on track to reopen April 12! If you have questions, please check out our Frequently Asked Questions document at bit.ly/LJHS_April12FAQs or email Ms. Cox at [email protected]. ~Tuesday March 23, voluntary COVID-19 testing will be available to any student or staff member coming to campus, including athletes and coaches. Go to bit.ly/LJHS_Testing for information and the link to sign up. The next testing date is Tuesday, March 30. ~ SENIORS AND SENIOR PARENTS - Wondering how to make the final college choice? Join us tomorrow, Tues., March 23 at 4pm. We'll provide tips on how to weigh the pros and cons of each of your schools! Wondering what to do if waitlisted? How to compare financial aid awards? And can those awards be appealed? What about a rejection - is there a way to appeal that? Go to @ljhs_foundation for Zoom login information. Picture: LJHS Alum @landsbergforamerica studying for finals, 2019 #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #besthighschools #sailtheship

Happy International Day of Women and Girls in Science! We proudly join this international effort to bring more women into STEM careers. La Jolla High offers a full STEM curriculum, that includes two years of college-level math, as well as a Biomed Pathway with classes in Principles of Biomedical Science, Human Body Systems, Medical Interventions. Biomed Pathway students also participate in local hands-on internships. If science, technology, engineering and math are your jam,... you’ll also want to check out these LJHS Clubs: All Girls STEM, Math Team, Pre-Med, and Viking Robotics! More information can be found at bit.ly/LJHSClubs. REMINDER! In observance of Presidents Day there’s no school Friday, Feb. 12 or Monday, Feb. 15. Have a wonderful long weekend! Photo: LJHS All Girls STEM Club 2019-2020 #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #besthighschools #fullsailahead #sailtheship #stem

Take Art to improve math and reading proficiency as well as critical thinking, motivation, concentration, confidence, and teamwork! La Jolla High offers a large variety of excellent Art courses such as Art, Drawing and Painting, AP Art Studio 2D, AP Art History, Ceramics, Photography, Video Production, 3-D Design, Computerized Graphic Design, Theater (Drama), and Technical Theater. Vikes, it’s articulation time! Don’t miss your 1-1 meetings with your counselors. These will h...appen in breakout rooms during English class Feb. 17th 25th. For more information about our Art courses please visit bit.ly/LJHS_AcademicHandbook. #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #besthighschools #fullsailahead #sailtheship

Congratulations LJHS Cross Country Team on a great season and fantastic final race at Morley Field. Kyra Fisk sprinted to the line in the final 200 meters to narrowly win the girls race in dramatic fashion. Elijah Vaz coasted to a win in the boys race. Season Awards: ~LJ Girls Team Eastern League Champions ~Kyra Fisk Eastern League Girls Overall Runner of the Year... ~Sasha Backus Eastern League Junior Girl of the Year ~Elijah Vas Eastern League Freshman of the Year Medals to Top 15: ~Kyra Fisk 1st Breitbard ~Daphne Mayer 8th Breitbard ~Abigail Plezia 10th Breitbard ~Elijah Vas 10th Breitbard ~Sasha Backus 11th ~Hannah Nightingale 12th ~Isaac Chu 15th Way to go, Vikes! #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #besthighschools #sailtheship

You’re invited to join our online 8th Grade Parent Night tomorrow, Tuesday, Feb. 9 at 6PM! Learn about course selection, graduation requirements, and making the important transition to high school! Our Zoom Meeting is at 889 6202 2290. All parents and guardians with an incoming 9th grade student are welcome!... For more information, please go to bit.ly/LJHS_8thGradeParents. You can also view our video tour, highlighting academics, athletics, electives and more at bit.ly/LJHS_Tour. Find out why LJHS might be the right school for your student! : Grade 8 Orientation, May 2016 #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #besthighschools #fullsailahead #sailtheship

Grab your gear, Vikes! Lacrosse is back! Tryouts start today! Girls Lacrosse Tryouts: ~Mon., March 15, 3:15pm 5:00pm LJHS Stadium ~Tues., March 16, 3:15pm 5:00pm LJHS Stadium... ~Wed., March 17, 6:30am 8:00am LJHS Stadium Boys Lacrosse Tryouts: ~Mon., March 15, 6:30pm 8:30pm LJHS Stadium ~Tues., March 16, 6:30pm 8:30pm LJHS Stadium Requirements to Play: ~ Must be cleared on AthleticClearance.com (see: bit.ly/LJHS_Clearance) ~ Bring parent signed checklist to first practice (see: bit.ly/LJHS_Checklist) OR fill out COVID clearance, if applicable (see: bit.ly/LJHS_COVIDClearance) ~ Students MUST show ClearPass results or submit signed checklist form DAILY SEASON 2 SPORTS STARTING! All parents and student-athletes interested in playing Badminton, Basketball, Boys Volleyball or Wrestling must attend the mandatory Zoom meeting for season-starting information. Some tryouts are starting as early as Wed., March 17th! Mandatory Wed., March 17 Zoom Meeting at 7:45am: login information at bit.ly/LJHS_Sports. REMINDER: Tues., March 16, voluntary COVID-19 testing will be available to any student or staff member coming to campus, including athletes and coaches. Go to bit.ly/LJHS_Testing for information and the link to sign up. The next testing date is Tuesday, March 23. #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #besthighschools

Vikings, it’s a new week! Make it count and let’s hear you roar! :Tangle in the Tank, Coggan Pool #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #besthighschools #fullsailahead #sailtheship

Vikes, take the shot. If it hits the net, just take another shot! We’re excited to see our tennis teams back on the courts, as well as a number of sports starting up again! Here are important tryout dates:... Co-Ed Tennis Tryouts -Freshmen and new players: Feb. 16-17, 3-5pm -Freshmen, new players, and returning JV players: Feb. 18, 3-5pm -Returning Varsity: Feb. 19, 3-5pm. Co-Ed Track Tryouts Feb. 16th Feb. 19th 2:00-4:30pm Mandatory ZOOM Meeting for Tennis and Track is on Feb. 10 at 7:45am. Go to bit.ly/LJHS_Sports for login information. Girls Golf Tryouts: By appointment on Feb. 15 at Riverwalk Performance Center (on the East side). Contact Head Coach Christie Quinn at [email protected] or 508 330-6731 ASAP to schedule your tryout time. Boys Golf Tryouts: Planned for the following week, details TBA. Mandatory Zoom Meeting for Boys and Girls Golf is on Feb. 11 at 7:45am. Go to bit.ly/LJHS_Sports for login information. #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #besthighschools #fullsailahead #sailtheship

Have you heard? Four LJHS theatre students have been nominated for Best Actor and Best Actress in the very prestigious Broadway San Diego Musical Theatre Awards competition on May 20, 2021. We’re so thrilled! Despite distance learning, we’ve kept the arts alive at La Jolla High! Please join me in congratulating... Dante Arminio Camila Castro Ben Jimenez Bella Kandel These talented singers will be competing against the best in our city for a chance to compete in New York City at the annual Jimmy Awards. We wish them the best of luck and will keep you updated! Go Vikes! Photo: Pearl Preis, La Jolla High Theatre Freeze Frame, April 2019 #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #lajollatheatre #sandiegotheatre #sdmusicaltheatre #jimmyawards #besthighschools

Vikes, it’s time to dust off those real purdy sneakers and socks! The Foundation of La Jolla High School is holding a 5K fun-run, May 15-16! Run, walk, bike (or crawl!) one of the 5K routes or choose a route of your own. Then don’t miss the fun photo-finish on either Saturday or Sunday at the Coggan Pool parking lot. The event includes:... ~ three local 5K routes to choose from ~ photo finishes on both days at Coggan Pool parking lot ~ an event t-shirt for all participants ~ a t-shirt design contest! Watch for contest details here and at The Foundation of La Jolla High School So gather up your friends and register at bit.ly/Viking5KCharge. This is going to be fun! 100% of funds raised will assist the Foundation of La Jolla High School in its mission to maintain excellence in both academics and sports. Photo: LJHS Theatre students show off their shoes and socks! #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #besthighschools

It’s National School Counselors Week! With immense gratitude we thank our amazing team of counselors at La Jolla High. Their unwavering support of our students and families during this extraordinary time has been tremendous. Please reach out to them to talk about social/emotional well-being, college/career readiness, academics or if you just need someone to talk to, they're here for you! For contact information, please see our counseling webpage at bit.ly/LJHS_Counselors.... Vikes, we're counting on you! Be safe, stay healthy, stay positive! #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #besthighschools #fullsailahead #sailtheship

Welcome back, Vikes! We hope you had a good break, are in good spirits, and ready for the next semester! A few reminders: ~ Yearbook needs your pictures! Send to: yearbookforever.com >Community Upload>viking2021... ~ Team conditioning continues next week for cross country and football. Info and calendar are at bit.ly/LJHS_SportsCovidInfo. ~ AP students! Order your Q2 AP Exams by JANUARY 29th. To order: JOIN your AP class on MyAP (teachers have the join code) and then PAY for the exam at bit.ly/LJHS_APExams. ~ Juniors Confused about college entrance testing? Read this from Ms. Dowley: bit.ly/LJHS_JUNIORS. Also more information about articulation can be found at bit.ly/LJHS_Articulation. ~ Seniors Need more information about financial aid? Read this from Ms. Dowley: bit.ly/LJHS_SENIORS Photo: @ljhsclassof2019 LJHS Water Polo team in action! #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #besthighschools #fullsailahead #sailtheship

Happy holidays, Vikes! Enjoy your winter break. Don’t forget to be safe and stay healthy! We’ll see you all in the New Year! #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #besthighschools #fullsailahead

Congratulations to our new Vice Principal, Mr. Cavaiola! Mr. Cavaiola has been part of the Viking family for the past 18 years and brings a great deal of experience in his roles as a teacher, leader, and ASB advisor. He knows our students and faculty well and is uniquely qualified to help continue LJHS's tradition of excellence. Mr. Cavaiola will start his new position in January 2021.... Photo: @ljhs_asb, In front of the Student Store, Sept. 2018 #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #besthighschools #fullsailahead

True words from the secret swing in La Jolla. Vikes, if you’re feeling stressed, you’re not alone and we’re here to help you. UCSD Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Inclusive Excellence Program is hosting an interactive and engaging talk on strategies to get through school and life in stressful times. Join them on Friday, March 5, at 1:00 pm. To sign up go to bit.ly/UCSD_Wellness.... Additional emotional support for families and students challenged by the pressures of COVID-19 can also be found at California Parent & Youth Helpline at https://caparentyouthhelpline.org. Help is available in English, Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, Armenian and Russian. Finally, please reach out to your counselors if you need someone to talk to. They’re here for you! Photo: There San Diego #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #besthighschools #fullsailahead #sailtheship

We love seeing our Vikes clearing hurdles! Last week before winter break. Please contact your teachers with any questions you have before the holiday. Vikes, you’ve got this! #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #besthighschools #fullsailahead

Soccer starts this week at LJHS! Yeah, we’re excited too! ~Girls Soccer Tryouts: March 1 - March 4, 1:00 - 3:00 pm at LJHS stadium. March 2nd practice will be on the lower field/softball field. ~Boys Soccer Tryouts: March 1 - March 4, 7:00 - 9:00 pm at LJHS stadium.... Requirements to play soccer: -Must have attended the mandatory Thursday, February 25th Zoom meeting -Must be cleared on AthleticClearance.com (see: bit.ly/LJHS_Clearance) -Bring parent signed checklist to first practice (see: bit.ly/LJHS_Checklist) OR fill out COVID clearance, if applicable (see: bit.ly/LJHS_COVIDClearance) -Students MUST show ClearPass results or submit signed checklist form DAILY REMINDER: Tues., March 2, Voluntary COVID-19 testing will be available to any student or staff member coming to campus, including athletes and coaches. Go to bit.ly/LJHS_Testing for information and to sign up. The next testing date is March 16th. Photo: LJHS Boys Soccer wins CIF Championship, 2016 #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #besthighschools

LJHS Virtual Open House: Thurs., December 10th at 6:30pm. Please join the teaching staff, counselors, and administration of La Jolla High as we open the campus virtually to parents and community members for our annual Open House! This is an opportunity for parents to connect with their students’ teachers (periods 4-6), counselors, and administrators. Parents will hear about classroom requirements, competencies, curricular objectives, and ways we can work together to support... our students. This "virtual" Open House will be for the 2nd quarter only. Please note that our College Professors will not be in attendance at the Open House, but they are available via their email for questions. Starting at 6:30pm, the link to the Open House will be available on the LJHS homepage or go to bit.ly/LJHS_Home. You may view at your convenience. --------- Casa Abierta Virtual de LJHS: jueves 10 de diciembre a las 6:30 pm. ¡Únase al personal docente, consejeros y administración de La Jolla High mientras abrimos el campus virtualmente a los padres y miembros de la comunidad para nuestra jornada de puertas abiertas anual! Esta es una oportunidad para que los padres se conecten con los maestros de sus estudiantes (períodos 4-6), consejeros y administradores. Los padres escucharán sobre los requisitos del salón de clases, las competencias, los objetivos curriculares y las formas en que podemos trabajar juntos para apoyar a nuestros estudiantes. Esta jornada de puertas abiertas "virtual" será sólo para el segundo trimestre. Tenga en cuenta que nuestros profesores universitarios no estarán presentes en la jornada de puertas abiertas, pero están disponibles a través de su correo electrónico para hacer preguntas. A partir de las 6:30 pm, el enlace a la jornada de puertas abiertas estará disponible en la página de inicio de LJHS o vaya a bit.ly/LJHS_Home. Puede verlo a su conveniencia. #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #besthighschools #fullsailahead

Spring is almost here! A few reminders for next week: Tues., March 2: Voluntary COVID-19 Testing will be available to any student or staff member coming to campus, including athletes and coaches. Go to bit.ly/LJHS_Testing for information and to sign up. The next testing date is March 16th.... Wed., March 3: PTSA Monthly Meeting at 4:00pm via Zoom. Information is at bit.ly/PTSA_Meet. Thurs., March 4: College Student Panel of LJHS Alumni at 7:30 pm. Zoom link to follow. Fri., March 5: Deadline for Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors interested in applying for CSF, Spring 2021. Application and information can be found at bit.ly/LJHS_CSF. Finally, don’t forget UCSD is offering FREE tutoring for students K-12 on Tuesdays and Fridays from 5-7pm. To sign up go bit.ly/LJHS_Tutoring. Stay safe, stay healthy, have a great weekend, Vikes! #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #besthighschools #fullsailahead #sailtheship

Make a plan. Then accept it can and will change. Making something happen is about being nimble and adaptable. Two weeks until the winter break. Vikes, you’ve got this! Quote: Manifesto of a Doer @thedolectures... #ljhs #lajollahigh #lajollahighschool #lajolla #ljhsvikings #besthighschools #fullsailahead