Agoura High School
Agoura High School is a public high school in Agoura Hills, California, United States. It is the largest high school in the Las Virgenes Unified School District.
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Agoura High School | |
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28545 West Driver Avenue , 91301 United States | |
Coordinates | 34°9′1″N 118°44′55″W |
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Type | Public |
Established | 1964 |
School district | Las Virgenes Unified School District |
Principal | Stephanie McClay |
Teaching staff | 83.65 (FTE)[1] |
Grades | 9-12 |
Enrollment | 1,972 (2018–19)[1] |
Student to teacher ratio | 23.57[1] |
Color(s) | Blue and Gold |
Athletics | CIF Southern Section, Marmonte League |
Mascot | Big Daddy Bolt |
Nickname | Chargers |
Accreditation | WASC (2002–2008) |
National ranking | 1173 |
SAT I average | 1730 (out of 2400) |
Newspaper | The Charger |
Yearbook | The Quixotian |
Website | lvusd.org/agoura |
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Athletics and activities
Agoura High School's athletic teams are nicknamed the Chargers. The school competes in the Marmonte League of the CIF Southern Section. From 2018 to 2020, Agoura was in the Coastal Canyon League.[3][4][5]
Agoura High School has a music program that consists of two orchestras, three wind ensembles, four jazz bands, two choirs, and a marching band, and more than 60 activities and clubs for community service, honors societies, politics, religion, sports, academics, fashion, and dance. Their visual and performing arts program has classes in film, theater, ceramics, and fine art. The on campus Performing Arts and Education Center is home to their theater performances, music concerts, and ComedySportz games.[6]
Curriculum
In 2009, Agoura High School introduced the International Baccalaureate program to its curriculum.[7] They offer many Advanced Placement classes. They also have P.E.
Notable alumni
- Justin Berfield, actor known for Malcolm in the Middle[8]
- Rob Bourdon, cofounder of Linkin Park
- Johnathan Cabral, track athlete[9]
- Adrianna Costa, television personality[10]
- Noah Centineo, actor
- Jensen Daggett, actress[11]
- Tara Davis, track athlete
- Brad Delson (born 1977), musician and record producer, lead guitarist, cofounder of Linkin Park band[12]
- Kerry Ehrin, screenwriter and producer
- Doug Emhoff, entertainment lawyer, Second Gentleman of the United States and husband of U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris[13]
- Chelsey Goldberg (born 1993), ice hockey player[14]
- Heather Graham, actress[15]
- A.J. Holmes, Broadway actor[16]
- Deena Kastor (born 1973), runner; American record holder for marathon and half marathon.[17]
- Hayley Kiyoko, actress/musician[18]
- Jonathan Lipnicki (born 1990), actor[19][20]
- Clay Matthews III, NFL player for the Green Bay Packers, and Los Angeles Rams
- Matthew Mercer, voice actor and dungeon master on Critical Role
- Olivia Olson, young actress voice of Marceline on Adventure Time
- Kario Salem, television, film, and stage actor and screenwriter
- Mike Shinoda, cofounder of Linkin Park band[12]
- Dave Siegler (born 1961), professional tennis player[21]
- Shane Stanley, film producer/director[22]
- Todd Steussie, NFL player for the Minnesota Vikings, Carolina Panthers, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and St. Louis Rams
- Robert Stock (born 1989), MLB baseball pitcher[23]
References
- "Agoura High". National Center for Education Statistics. Retrieved May 19, 2020.
- "America's Top Public High Schools – 2007 List". Archived from the original on November 17, 2007. Retrieved June 13, 2007.
- "Directory". CIF Southern Section. 2017.
- "Agoura girls water polo closes the book on Marmonte League dynasty". Daily News. February 6, 2018. Retrieved July 30, 2018.
- Ledin, Loren (April 30, 2019). "Channel Islands football program the big winner in next releaguing cycle". Ventura County Star. Gannett Co., Inc. Retrieved May 2, 2019.
- "The Performing Arts and Education Center". Retrieved October 30, 2020.
- "Agoura High School". International Baccalaureate®. Retrieved July 30, 2018.
- Behar, Deidre. "Justin Berfield: 'Malcolm in the Middle' to 'Limitless'". patch.com. Patch.com. Retrieved December 17, 2018.
- Potkey, Rhiannon. "Agoura High graduate Cabral ready for Olympic debut with Canada". Ventura County Star. Retrieved September 6, 2016.
- Archived June 2, 2007, at the Wayback Machine The Acorn [Agoura Hills, CA](Dec. 22, 2005): "Agoura High Alumna Gets her Big Break", by Avi Rutschman]
- "EpisodeWorld – Jensen Daggett – Notes/Trivia". Retrieved December 5, 2007.
- "Hoobastank". Hotstar. Pollstar. August 12, 2002. Archived from the original on January 4, 2015. Retrieved January 4, 2015.
- Cullins, Ashley (March 29, 2019). "First Gentleman? Kamala Harris' Attorney Husband Talks 'Endlessly Fascinating' Campaign Trail". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved August 11, 2020.
- "Women's Hockey Life". www.womenshockeylife.com. Archived from the original on July 30, 2018. Retrieved July 30, 2018.
- "Heather Graham: Actress". PEOPLE.com. Retrieved July 30, 2018.
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PtsZkMidMRo
- "Drossin Gets Measure of Fame". Los Angeles Times. January 27, 2001.
- Lindell, Karen (February 16, 2010). "Ever since she joined the Stunners, Westlake Village's Hayley Kiyoko is having the ride of her life " Ventura County Star". Ventura County Star. Retrieved April 27, 2011.
- Kilday, Gregg. "Jonathan Lipnicki walks to 'Other Side'". Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved September 6, 2016.
- "'Jerry Maguire' kid shares his story in Westlake Village". Ventura County Star. Retrieved July 30, 2018.
- Stoda, Greg (May 5, 1979). "Valedictorian graduates to big time". Star-News. p. 1C. Retrieved December 3, 2015.
- "16-year preseason for 'Gridiron Gang'". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved July 30, 2018.
- "Good From Both Sides of the Plate - latimes". Articles.latimes.com. February 19, 2006. Retrieved January 20, 2018.