Whether you're short on time and can’t make it to campus, or you just want to learn more from the comfort of your phone, we’ve got you covered with a picture tour of our tuition-free high school. Happy scrolling!
You may notice right away that our front office looks a bit different than a traditional school. We mean it when we say we have an “open door” policy - there are no doors to separate the staff from the students. We like it this way - the open layout allows us to model authentic relationships, communicate and be connected to what's going on. Students can always find someone if they need to chat.
Walking through the school, you’ll notice vibrant, student-created murals, projects, art and lots of posters about upcoming events and school info adorning every surface. The walls are decorated by the students, for the students and act as a visible reminder of our learner-centered approach. We call our wall displays MTV - Making Thinking Visible!
Our classrooms come in many shapes and sizes – literally, no two are alike! But one thing that is the same throughout all of our classrooms is that they are set up so we can learn from each other and work together. Each room is equipped with all the resources and technology you need to learn. One class even has garage doors that open to our backyard to transform our classroom spaces.
Outside, you’ll find one of our favorite spaces – our backyard! This is the place to hang out with friends or play a game and also where we gather for events. We have big plans to transform this space in the coming months thanks to a large grant that will help us build a garden (already started!) and freshen up the landscaping. Stay tuned!
At the center of our philosophy, and at the center of our facility, is The Commons. This is a space for students to be seen, heard and valued. Our school is designed to facilitate conversations, roundtable discussions, gathering and joy because we value student contribution and voice. There is nothing more important to us than making room for you to find a place to connect and belong.
Interested in making IVA High your home for the 2024-25 school year? We’re enrolling for multiple pathways to your future. Check out our enrollment page to get started today.
About IVA High
IVA High is a fully accredited, tuition-free public high school in Long Beach, California with a mission to empower students to think well: creatively, critically, and with a capacity for self-growth. Our learner-centered approach puts students in charge of their education, while dual enrollment and paid internships transform learning into action. Students come for college prep, STEAM and limitless options for their future; they stay for smaller, safer learning in a vibrant, caring community. IVA High - Curious Minds, Empowered Community - Join Us.