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WELCOME TO

VAN NUYS

HIGH SCHOOL!

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PERFORMING ARTS

COORDINATOR

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FANNY ARAÑA

farana@lausd.net 818.778.6871

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https://vannuyshs.lausd.org/

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https://www.instagram.com/vnhsmagnets/

https://vnhsmirror.com/

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STAY UP TO DATE ON

INFORMATION & ANNOUNCEMENTS

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VAN NUYS HIGH SCHOOL PERFORMING ARTS MAGNET

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PERFORMING ARTS CLASSES

  • Dance
  • Instrumental Music
  • Vocal Music
  • Theatre
  • Technical Theatre
  • Set Design
  • Video Production

Yes, it’s true!

DANCE & BAND

Count as a PE class!!!

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WHICH CLASS IS

RIGHT FOR YOU?

  • BEGINNING
  • INTERMEDIATE
  • ADVANCED

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  • You DO NOT need previous experience to be considered for this class!
  • You must have previous experience to be considered for this class!!
  • You must AUDITION to be considered for this class!!!

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THEATRE COMPANY AUDITIONS

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DANCE COMPANY AUDITIONS

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PA MAGNET REQUIREMENTS

All Performing Arts Students are

required to take a PA class ALL 4 YEARS!

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CLASS SELECTION SURVEY

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CORE REQUIREMENTS

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All Freshmen are required to take HEALTH/ETHNIC STUDIES, BIOLOGY, ENGLISH, MATH,

and PE in the 9th grade.

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All freshmen are required to take Health & Ethnic Studies during the school day.

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MATH SEQUENCE

H Adv Math Alg2/Precalc

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9th Gr 10th Gr 11th Gr 12th Gr

Geometry

Algebra 2

Algebra 2

Geometry

TCMS (Stats)

TCMS (Stats)

TCMS (Stats)

AP Calculus

AB

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SUMMER GEOMETRY OPTION

LA Valley College Dual Enrollment:

*Please send teacher recommendation and

progress report!

If I take Geometry… next year I will take H Algebra 2A

or… next year I will take H Alg 2B/PreCalc

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If interested, please email:

Ms. Duke - College Counselor

donajosepha.duke@lausd.net

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AP CLASSES IN 9TH GR?

*Most students start taking AP courses in 10th grade.*

~If you are interested in taking any AP courses in 9th grade, please do the following:

  • Complete the "Advanced Placement Course Letter of Understanding”

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Advanced Placement (AP) courses are rigorous, two-semester college level courses designed for students eligible for honors level instruction.

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Student should have:

  • Straight A’s
  • Honors courses
  • “Standards Exceeded” on SBAC

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Student will:

  • Take AP exam in May
  • Read college level textbook

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FOREIGN LANGUAGE FAQs

Q: What if I took Spanish 1 in middle school?

A: You will take Spanish 2 in 9th grade.

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Q: What if I already speak Spanish fluently?

A: Take Spanish Sp1; this counts as 2 years of credit and completes the

high school graduation requirement.

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Q: May I take Spanish 1 over the summer at a community college?

Will the credit go on the transcript?

A: One semester at community college equals one year in high school. � You would take Spanish 2 if you take the one semester class.

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Q: If took SAT Subject test in Japanese and passed, am I done with foreign language?

A: Yes, a passing SAT Subject test meets the LOTE requirement.

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Q: Are there any other Foreign Language Available?

A: Yes, you may take American Sign Language (ASL) as a Dual Enrollment class

through Pierce College starting in 10th grade.�

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ELECTIVE CLASSES

ACADEMIC:

Academic Decathlon

Animal Behavior

ASB Leadership

Automotive Technology

Biotechnology

CAD Manufacturing

(Computer Aided Design)

Creative Writing

Forensics

Journalism

JROTC (PE Credit)

Physiology

Screen & Playwriting

Speech & Debate

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PERFORMANCE ART:

Choir (Beg, Inter, Adv)

Dance (PE Credit) (Beg, Inter, Adv)

Dance Company (PE Credit)

Instruments:

Guitar, Percussion, Strings, Winds

Keyboarding (Piano)

Marching Band (PE Credit)

Musical Theatre Dance (PE Credit)

Orchestra (Beg, Inter, Adv)

Theatre (Beg, Inter, Adv)

Technical Theatre (Stage/House Management

Lighting/Sound Design)

(2-year pathway)

Theatre Design (Set/Stage design)

(2-year pathway)

Theatre Production (Main Stage Productions)

Video Production: Beginning

Video Production: Intermediate

(2-year pathway)

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VISUAL ART:

Advanced Design

American Image

Animation

Calligraphy

Design Craft

Drawing

Graphic Design

(2-year pathway)

Painting

Yearbook/Digital Imaging

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Sports schedule

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SPORTS SCHEDULE

Season of each Sport is a few months

long, but each class is year round.

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Ex: Cross Country competes in the

Fall, but class is through the spring.

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Coaches with a class Periods 4 AND 8:

*XC/Track *Tennis *Football *Softball

*Flag Football *Wrestling *Football

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SPORTS TRYOUTS

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GOOOOOOOOOOOOO

WOLVES!!!!!

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GOOOOOOOOOOOOO

WOLVES!!!!!

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GOOOOOOOOOOOOO

WOLVES!!!!!

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GOOOOOOOOOOOOO

WOLVES!!!!!

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GOOOOOOOOOOOOO

WOLVES!!!!!

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ATHLETIC CLEARANCE

  • CLICK HERE: https://athleticclearance.com/login.php
  • Complete all paperwork online
  • Turn in Certification with athlete and parent signatures to the Coach or Athletics Director, Dion Coley
  • Turn in a copy of your insurance card to AD
  • See your doctor for a physical and turn in completed form to the school nurse.
    • (Need before tryouts)

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FAQ’s

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  • Where do I get the Physical Form for Athletics?

On our website under “Athletics”.

  • What classes count as “PE”?

Dance, JROTC, Sports, Marching Band, Cheer

  • May I take an AP class in the 9th grade?

Yes, but these need to be approved on an individual basis. Please email counselor.

  • Does “Adv PE 1” mean it’s an advanced class?

No, that is just the title; dance classes must all have the same title for district compliance.

  • What is the dress code for PE?

Gray shirt, red shorts… if taking Dance, Sports or Band then wait� for specifics.

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ENROLLMENT PROCESS

If you are matriculating from an LAUSD middle school, then you DO NOT need to complete new enrollment paperwork!

  1. Log into Parent Portal and verify contact information �
  2. Upload completed Enrollment Verification form to confirm you have completed the steps.

That's It!

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If you are matriculating from out-of-district or have not attended an LAUSD school within last two years:

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  1. Start Application at Unified Enrollment site. Create a Parent Login and answer enrollment QAs.
  2. Gather and upload scanned files:

1. Student's birth certificate

2. Proof of Residence (Utility bill for Gas, Water or Electric)

3. Parent/Guardian/Caregiver ID

4. Proof of Immunization

5. Middle School Transcripts

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PARENT PORTAL RESOURCES

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CLEARING ABSENCES

  1. Parent Note (Upload Document in Parent Portal)

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  1. Clearance Card (Student Drop off to Attendance Office)
  2. You must submit an Absence Clearance within one day of returning to school.
  3. Absence Clearance Cards are available in the Attendance Office (Keep a few blanks at home).
  4. Uncleared Absences will become Truancies.
  5. Ask the teacher for the work missed. It is It’s YOUR responsibility.

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EARLY LEAVES & PICK UP

  • Requests for Early Leaves must be submitted to the Attendance Office at the beginning of the school day.

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  • Students will only be released to an adult on the Emergency Card �(No Exceptions)!
  • Adults must have valid Photo ID�(No Exceptions)!

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TRANSPORTATION

  • You must live more than 3 miles away to receive transportation. (1-800 LA-BUSES)
  • There is a Late Bus that leaves at 5:45 pm daily! �EXCEPT for Tuesdays!� THERE IS NO LATE BUS ON TUESDAYS!
  • You can get a Permanent or Temporary Late Bus Pass if you participate in any valid after-school program.

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AS THE CROW FLIES

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NEED TO SEE YOUR COUNSELOR?

  • Submit a Request to See Counselor Form.
  • Your counselor will summons you when they can.
  • Program Changes will only be made during registration. COME TO REGISTRATION TO REQUEST ANY CHANGES BEFORE SCHOOL YEAR BEGINS! (class changes cannot be guaranteed)

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STUDENT STORE

  • Lockers Assigned
  • PE Uniforms Purchased
  • Ticket Sales for Major School Events
  • Buy School approved Spirit Attire
  • Buy Snacks
  • Buy Basic School Supplies

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VNHS WOLVES ARE ALWAYS FASHIONABLE!

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STUDENT SURVIVAL TIPS

  • Be Proactive. If you are struggling, see a counselor immediately. Do not wait!
  • Establish good communication with each of your teachers. It is your responsibility to ask the teacher for any missed work.
  • Associate with other like-minded students.
  • If in doubt, ask an adult.

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STUDENT HONOR CODE

  • VNHS Magnets are College Preparatory programs.
  • Students are held to a Code of
  • Conduct of being Restorative, Respectful and Responsible.
  • Cheating, Plagiarism, and the use of ChatGPT are serious violations and will not be tolerated.

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PARENT SURVIVAL GUIDE

  • Stay involved with your student’s education:
  • Ensure the Magnet Office has your current contact information.
  • Check SCHOOLOGY from your Parent Portal DAILY!
  • If you have concerns over your student’s progress, be proactive and make an appointment with the teacher, through the magnet office.
  • Get involved with the Magnet Parent’s Association (MPA)!

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9th GRADE REGISTRATION DAY

Tentative August 7, 2026�On that day you will:

  • Receive your Class Schedule
  • Receive a Temporary School ID Card
  • Pick up your Textbooks
  • Get a Locker Assigned
  • Turn in any additional paperwork

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First Day of School is August 12th

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WELCOME TO THE WOLFPACK!

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