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Intellectual Virtues Academy

Fostering creativity, critical thinking, and self-growth since 2016.

Who We Are

We are a public Long Beach High School inclusive of all learners.

What We Do

We empower learners to impact their communities while developing a deeper understanding of themselves, academics, and the world through Project-Based Learning.

Why We Exist

We co-construct an equitable, academically challenging community where learners connect, contribute, and belong. We prepare our students for college, career, and life.

AXS College & Career Pathways

University Pathway

Get a head start on your college goals with free dual enrollment college credits, rigorous coursework, and expert advising.

Career & Technical Education (CTE) Pathway

Graduate with more than a diploma. Earn certifications, gain paid work experience, and build career-ready skills that open doors.

Individualized Pathway

Create your own pathway by blending college prep, hands-on career experience, and dual enrollment into a high school education that fits your goals and passions.

Upcoming Events

Summer PD All Staff

August 10 - August 21

IVA High Drop In Tours

August 12 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

10-12th Returning Student Chromebook Pickup!

August 20 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

IVA High Drop In Tours

August 20 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

New Student Orientation @ IVA High!

August 24 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

@IVAHigh

Your teen deserves a school that fits, not one they have to fit into.

IVA High welcomes transfer students in every grade, through 12th. Whether they've faced bullying, felt invisible at a bigger school, or been homeschooling lately, there's a place for them here.

All students start August 25. New Student Orientation is August 24.

Transferring is simple. Belonging is the point.
What does it look like when a school actually believes in you? Ask Makayla Shields, Class of '22 IVA High grad, UC Santa Cruz alum, and now headed to grad school for public health. Her full story is one worth reading, we promise it will inspire you. www.ivahigh.org/about-us/stories-from-iva-high
🎒Pack your backpack & set those alarms! Our first day of school is on August 25th! Before then, we have some awesome events coming up to prep our students before the first day! 

✏️ August 24: At New Student Orientation our incoming 9th and transfer 10-12th grade students will enjoy a morning of community, intentional conversations with current students and staff, and lunch! 

💻 August 20: Returning students can come pick up their Chromebooks and schedules from 10:00am -1:00pm! Additionally, @lbcceci will be coming to our campus to host a dual enrollment workshop for all dual enrollment students! An email was sent to all dual enrollment students and families with more information! 

Our staff return to campus next week, and we are so excited to welcome our students! 👋🏽 see you soon!
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Our Virtues

Creative

Curiosity, Open-Mindedness, Intellectual Courage

Critical Thinking

Intellectual Attentiveness, Intellectual Carefulness, Intellectual Thoroughness

Self-Growth

Intellectual Autonomy, Intellectual Humility, Intellectual Tenacity

Our Key Facts

98% Parent Satisfaction

15+ Clubs & Sports

23 Students (avg. class size; CA avg. 32)

Voted #1 Charter School in Long Beach for 7 Years

’20, ’21, ’22, ’26 Best School for Diversity (Awarded by Niche)

60% of Faculty Hold a Master’s Degree or Higher

7 yrs. of Consecutive Test Score Growth Above the U.S. Average

97% of Graduates Earn Free College Credits

Latest News

Read our blog for the latest information about IVA High

Interested in enrolling your student?

Contact us today for more information!

Affiliations

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

National Collegiate Athletic Association

Los Angeles County Office of Education

Long Beach City College

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