Verdugo Hills High School WASC Self-Study Page 1

Verdugo Hills High School WASC/CDE Self-Study ReportAccording to the ESLRs, VHHS will prepare its students to become criticalthinkers, effective communicators, and collaborative responsible citizens.LAUSD monitors the results of the school’s progress with the CST scores.VHHS has met or surpassed its target goals each year despite the continualraising of the bar.EVIDENCE• API/AYP scores• Improved CAHSEE pass rates• School wide action planSTRENGTHS• Clear system of accountability• Consistent achievement on all measurable instruments• Collaboration between and among teachersAREAS OF GROWTH• Continue to support and improve student achievement• Involve parents and students in the process and importance ofeducation and good citizenshipSUMMARY OF FINDINGS A.3.1To what extent do the school leadership and staff make decisions and initiateactivities that focus on all students achieving the Expected School-wideLearning Results and academic standards.School leadership and staff are dedicated and committed to reaching allstudents. Teachers implement standards-based instruction in every class.To this end, student empowerment networks such as Peer Mentoring andPeer Tutoring are run by students and whole-heartedly supported by staffand administration.Verdugo Hills High School WASC Self-Study Page 48