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 Mike Garcia.
History
Best Friends From Norwalk High School Earn Exclusive College Scholarships - Both are winners of the pretigious Gates Millennium Scholarship, where out of 56000 applicants this year, only 1000 students across the country get this award.
The school was established in 1956. In the 2006-2007 school year, the school celebrated its 50th anniversary. As of 2014-15, the average class size 29.3 students.
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: PLTW Biomedical Engineering, PLTW Computer Science, PLTW Engineering, Advanced Placement, Medical Academy, LA Fame (visual and performing 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.
Norwalk High School AP Courses Available 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 European History (10th graders only)
- AP Human Geography (9th graders only)
AP Courses may vary from year to year.
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, Wind Ensemble, 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.
Notable alumni
- Bob Kevoian (class of 1969) â€" radio host, The Bob & Tom Show
- Rashaad Penny (class of 2014) â€" running back for the Seattle Seahawks
- Gene Taylor (class of 1970) â€" musician, acclaimed blues-rock and boogie-woogie pianist
References
External links
- Norwalk High School website
