Venice Senior High School

My daughter is a junior in the Foreign Language Magnet. She loves Venice and is getting an excellent education. The classes are challenging, the teachers are wonderful, and the students are smart, academically driven, friendly, and interested in the world around them. I was told before my daughter started that Venice kids naturally build friendships across racial and ethnic lines (whereas at some schools they tend to self-segregate), and that has been my daughter's experience. Kids who can handle the workload of honors and AP classes should consider Venice.
--Submitted by a parent

I could really use some current reviews for Venice High School, as I am considering enrolling my granddaughter there for the 2011-2012 school year. Thank you

The Magnet teachers are great and do care about the kids. But the classes are getting bigger. They could use a few more assistants. Many of the good ones have retired.
--Submitted by a parent

We have outstanding teachers and a strong career tech ed program. We have a beautiful campus near the beach.
--Submitted by a teacher

The Foreign Language Magnet at Venice High is an outstanding college preparatory program. It has good teachers and high standards. Venice High also has a New Media Academy, many language offerings, many art offerings. There is a commitment among the faculty to actively reach out to students to help them.
--Submitted by a parent

It's a great school! It provides so many programs that other schools don't
--Submitted by a parent

Venice has something for everyone. The student just needs to get involved. Teachers, counselors etc. could do more to motivate participation - but parents should be encouraging as well. Busy students are the best kind.
--Submitted by a parent

My daughter, a Venice High graduate, is now completing her junior year at Stanford! She was well prepared and will be receiving an academic award next month. Venice also allowed her to enjoy participating in fall plays and spring musicals. So, this month she performs in Stanford's musical, 'Aida'. She keeps in contact with many of her high school friends and they still get together to visit Venice teachers. She is a product of LAUSD and I am grateful to all her teachers, K through 12.
--Submitted by a parent

This school is the one of the best high school in westside.. This year, many students were accepted to the UCs and other private university. They offer many AP courses. The student can move their GPA higher. I was very happy I sent my son to VHS. Only one concern, most of the good teachers are almost time to retire???
--Submitted by a parent

venice high school is so much fun. not only does it have awsome teachers and a really laid back environment, but all the activities that go on are a great way to get involved! venice is one of the best high schools by far!
--Submitted by a student