Norwalk High School (California)
Coordinates: 33°54′29″N 118°05′25″W / 33.90806°N 118.0902°W
| Norwalk High School | |
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| Address | |
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11356 Leffingwell Road Norwalk, California USA | |
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| Type | Public High School |
| Established | 1956 |
| School district | Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District |
| Principal | Dr. Ryan Smith |
| Grades | 9-12 |
| Enrollment | 2,303 (as of 2010-2011)[1] |
| Language | English |
| Campus | Urban |
| Color(s) | Purple, Gold and White [2] |
| Mascot | Lancers |
| Newspaper | The Voice |
| Yearbook | Jostens |
| Website | Norwalk High School website |
Norwalk High School is a college-preparatory high school in Norwalk, California. It is a member school of the Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District. It was established in 1956. Norwalk High School is fully accredited by the Western Associations of Schools and Colleges. It is certified to award a traditional American high school diploma. English is the main language of instruction. The current principal is Dr. Ryan Smith.
History
The school was established in 1956. In the 2006-2007 school year, the school celebrated its 50th anniversary.
Curriculum
Norwalk High School follows the University of California & California State University's 4-years college-prep curriculum. Norwalk High School also divides into specialized programs: Advanced Placement, Medical Academy, Business Academy, Career Prep, Millennium Academy, Fine Arts, Gifted and Talented Education, English as Second Language Support, Seal of Biliteracy and Special Education.
The school offers various Advanced Placement courses. It is an examination center for the SAT, ACT, AP exams and other college-requirement tests. In addition to American high school diploma, Norwalk High School is authorized to award the Seal of Biliteracy, a seal certified to students who have proficiency in English and other foreign languages. The school offers an English as Second Language program for students who need additional support with English.
For 2012-2013 School Year, Norwalk High School AP Courses are:
- AP English Composition ( 11th & 12th Grades )
- AP English Literature ( 12th Grade Only )
- AP Spanish Literature ( 11th & 12th Grades )
- AP Spanish Language ( 11th & 12th Grades )
- AP American Government & Politics ( 12th Grade Only )
- AP United States History ( 11th Grade Only )
- AP Biology ( 10th, 11th & 12th Grades )
- AP Chemistry ( 11th & 12th Grades )
- AP Physics ( 11th & 12th Grades )
- AP Calculus AB & BC ( 11th & 12th Grades )
- AP Statistics ( 11th & 12th Grades )
- AP Studio Art ( 11th & 12th Grades )
AP Courses may vary from year to year.
College Admissions
Depending on the student's choice of coursework, graduates attend four year universities and community colleges. In particular, many graduates attend the University of California System (including University of California, Berkeley and University of California, Los Angeles), California State University Long Beach, and Cerritos College. Other graduates attend other branches of the California State University, community colleges, and other state university systems. Some students have also matriculated into private universities, such as the University of Southern California, Loyola Marymount University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Harvard University, Cornell University, and Yale University.
Ranking
In 2013, the Academic Performance Index for Norwalk High School is 701.
Extracurricular Activities
Norwalk High School has many clubs and activities for students. The following list should not be considered exhaustive: Associated Student Body, Marching Band, Concert Band, Jazz Band, Choir/Sing Club, Bible Club, The Voice Newspaper, Yearbook Club, French Club, California Scholarship Federation, Key Club, Academic Decathlon, Shared Decision Making Council, Art Club, AVID Club, Millennium Club, Culinary Club, Dance Club, Film Club, Interact Club, MECHA Club, Spanish Club, Theatrics Club, Women Empowerment Club, Green Team, and First Aid Club. Students participate in these clubs, which might sometimes include a component of volunteer work.
Besides clubs, some students participate in athletics, which include Cross Country, Soccer, Football, Softball, Baseball, Tennis, Track and Field, Wrestling, Golf, and Volleyball.
Facilities
Norwalk High School consists of an indoor gymnasium, indoor and outdoor basketball courts, two baseball fields, one football field, one indoor volleyball court, a huge soccer field, and eight tennis courts. Norwalk High School co-owned a football stadium, an Excelsior Stadium, which is located about five minutes from the school campus.
In addition to athletic fields, Norwalk High School facilities include a full-equipped Wi-Fi Library, A Performing Arts Center, Drama Room, Band Room, a Multipurpose Room, an Associated Student Body Room, Conference Rooms, Career Center and Cafeteria. All science classrooms are fully equipped with their own laboratories and lab storage. Sometimes there is entertainment at the school's quad, located in the middle of campus.
Notable alumni
- Bob Kevoian (class of 1969) — Radio Host The Bob & Tom Show.
- Gene Taylor (class of 1970) — musician, acclaimed blues-rock and Boogie Woogie pianist.