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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.

Our Pathways

College 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

1st Sem. Finals

January 20 - January 23

IVA High School Tours Available

January 21 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

IVA High School Tours Available

January 28 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Board Meeting

February 4

@IVAHigh

🎓 IVA High students — ready to earn college credit while still in high school? Dual Enrollment is open for 10th–12th grade students this Spring 2026! You can take:
🔹 COUNS 50: Career Planning & College Success
🔹 ART 9: Introduction to Art

Classes begin February 9 and meet Tuesdays & Thursdays during the school day. Both courses are free and transferable to CSU/UC schools.
✨ This is a great way to challenge yourself, explore new topics, and build your college transcript early.

💻 Start by filling out the interest form: https://bit.ly/sp26iva
📩 Questions? Contact marisol.marquez@ivahigh.org
 or talk to your counselor.
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🎓 Estudiantes de IVA High — ¿quieren obtener créditos universitarios mientras están en la preparatoria? ¡Los cursos de inscripción dual para la primavera 2026 ya están abiertos para estudiantes de 10.º a 12.º grado! Este semestre pueden inscribirse en:
🔹 COUNS 50: Planificación de carrera y éxito universitario
🔹 ART 9: Introducción al arte

Las clases comienzan el 9 de febrero y se ofrecen los martes y jueves durante el horario escolar. Ambos cursos son gratuitos y transferibles a universidades CSU y UC.
✨ Es una excelente oportunidad para explorar tus intereses, prepararte para la universidad y fortalecer tu historial académico.

💻 Empieza completando el formulario de interés: https://bit.ly/sp26iva
📩 ¿Preguntas? Escribe a marisol.marquez@ivahigh.org
 o habla con tu consejera.
🎄💬 IVA families — you’re invited to come celebrate the season with us! Our Holiday Social is more than cocoa and crafts — it’s a chance to build community, connect with other families, and spend meaningful time together.

🗓 Saturday, December 13
🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 1637 Long Beach Blvd.

Enjoy:
🎮 Gaming with Scholars Collective
☕ Hot cocoa & holiday crafts
🎬 A festive movie

Bring the whole family and join us in creating warm memories this winter!
📧 Questions or RSVP: info@ivahigh.org

#IVAHigh #CommunityMatters #HolidayTogether
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🎄💬 ¡Familias de IVA! Están invitadxs a celebrar la temporada con nosotros. Nuestra Reunión Festiva es más que chocolate caliente y manualidades — es una oportunidad para construir comunidad, conectar con otras familias y compartir tiempo significativo juntos.

🗓 Sábado 13 de diciembre
🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 1637 Long Beach Blvd.

Disfruta de:
🎮 Videojuegos con Scholars Collective
☕ Chocolate caliente y manualidades
🎬 Una película festiva

¡Trae a toda la familia y acompáñanos a crear recuerdos especiales este invierno!
📧 Preguntas o RSVP: info@ivahigh.org

#IVAHigh #ComunidadIVA #JuntosEnLasFiestas
🎄❄️ Mark Your Calendars, IVA Families!
December is full of celebration and connection—here’s what’s coming up:

☕ Coffee & Community – Thursday, December 4
🎉 Holiday Family Social – Saturday, December 13
🌽 Student Tamale Luncheon – Friday, December 19

We can’t wait to celebrate the season together! 🎁💛
#IVAHigh #SaveTheDate #CommunityMatters #DecemberAtIVA 
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🎄❄️ Mark Your Calendars, IVA Families!
December is full of celebration and connection—here’s what’s coming up:

☕ Coffee & Community – Thursday, December 4
🎉 Holiday Family Social – Saturday, December 13
🌽 Student Tamale Luncheon – Friday, December 19

We can’t wait to celebrate the season together! 🎁💛
#IVAHigh #SaveTheDate #CommunityMatters #DecemberAtIVA
✨ The countdown is over-----Exhibition of Learning is TONIGHT at 6:00 PM!
From brushstrokes on murals to freshly folded zines, our students have poured their time, creativity, & intellect into every detail. 🖌️📚🧠

Come walk the halls, talk to student presenters, & experience the thinking, learning, & virtue in action that defines the IVA High community. We can’t wait to share it with you.

#WeAreAllSeeds #ExhibitionOfLearning #CuriousMinds #EmpoweredCommunity #IVAHigh #StudentVoice 
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✨ La cuenta regresiva terminó-----¡La Exhibición de Aprendizaje es esta noche a las 6:00 PM!
Desde pinceladas en murales hasta zines recién doblados, nuestrxs estudiantes han invertido creatividad, tiempo e intelecto en cada detalle. 🖌️📚🧠

Ven a recorrer los pasillos, hablar con quienes presentan y experimentar el aprendizaje, pensamiento y virtudes en acción que definen a la comunidad de IVA High. Estamos emocionadxs por compartirlo contigo. 

#TodosSomosSemillas #ExhibiciónDeAprendizaje #MentesCuriosas #ComunidadEmpoderada #IVAHigh #VozEstudiantil
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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

20+ Clubs & Sports

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

Voted #1 Charter School in Long Beach for  6 Years

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

50% Faculty with Master’s Degree or Higher

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

33% of  IVA High’s Student Population is Enrolled in at Least One College Course

Latest News

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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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