The Palos Verdes High School community is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in students’ intellectual, physical and social development. Diverse programs provide students with a learning environment emphasizing research, critical thinking and collaboration to master California Content Standards (CCS). Students gain an appreciation for learning as a lifelong process and apply skills and knowledge necessary for success in an evolving world.

In a positive, all-inclusive, standards-based learning environment, Palos Verdes High School provides all students with opportunities to achieve their full potential as they prepare for post-secondary options. Students are encouraged to become self-directed learners and responsible citizens who contribute to their communities and the school environment. Students will be exposed to research and practices and will be able to access information from a variety of resources.

ESLR #1: Critical Thinker

• Apply problem-solving skills in a variety of situations.
• Identify, assess, analyze and integrate resources and information.
• Transfer learned skills throughout the curriculum and beyond.
• Use self-monitoring skills and reflection to achieve short and long term goals.

ESLR #2: Collaborative Workers

• Use effective leadership and group skills to accomplish significant goals.
• Foster positive interpersonal relationships within diverse settings.
• Contribute and function in various group roles, accepting individual and group responsibility.
• Demonstrate competency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

ESLR #3: Productive Citizens

• Make informed choices and understand consequences.
• Respect diverse cultures and individual differences.
• Demonstrate ethical behavior.
• Contribute time and talents to improve the quality of life locally and globally.

ESLR #4: Self-Directed Learners

• Set appropriate and realistic educational, vocational, and personal goals.
• Pursue intellectual, artistic, practical, or physical endeavors.
• Understand and assess their own learning styles.
• Apply appropriate strategies to overcome obstacles.