Join the next generation of visual storytellers, content creators, media innovators and digital disruptors. Experience the power and beauty of dance as a universal language with our conservatory-style training program. Discover the unparalleled training and performance opportunities offered to LACHSA Music students.
Multi-dimensional, dynamic characters come to life on stage through exciting, purposeful storytelling. Explore the intersection of creativity and technique within a diverse range of mediums from LACHSA artists. The Los Angeles County High School for the Arts (LACHSA) offers a specialized program combining college-preparatory academic instruction and conservatory-style training in the visual and performing arts.
Multi-dimensional, dynamic characters come to life on stage through exciting, purposeful storytelling. Explore the intersection of creativity and technique within a diverse range of mediums from LACHSA artists. The Los Angeles County High School for the Arts (LACHSA) offers a specialized program combining college-preparatory academic instruction and conservatory-style training in the visual and performing arts.
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Mission
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LACHSA provides and preserves a unique space for diverse, young artists to learn, create, and thrive, inspiring them to discover who they are, their place in the world, and how their creative passion benefits humanity. All students will be given an academic foundation that can adequately prepare them for a higher level of education.
History
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In November of 1984, Michael Antonovich and Caroline Ahamanson create the LACHSA Foundation with the aim of supporting a new public high school for the arts. LACOE Superintendent Stuart Gothold is named Board president. Gothold offers to run the school through LACOE's Division of Alternative Education while CSU Chancellor Ann Reynolds offers the school a home at CSULA.
Overview
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LA County High School for the Arts is a specialized, tuition-free public school open to aspiring young artists throughout Los Angeles County. LACHSA was founded in 1985 under the direction of the LA County Office of Education, and is located on the campus of California State University, Los Angeles.
Diversity
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As a public arts school, LACHSA embraces and celebrates social and cultural diversity. Guided by a belief that our doors are open to young artists regardless of race, religion, gender, sexuality, socioeconomic status, or disability, our efforts to reach out to the diverse population of L.A. County are aided by partnerships with local nonprofit organizations, middle schools, community leaders, and local elected officials.
Governance
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Shared decision-making is a joint planning and problem solving process that provides stakeholders a voice in decisions that affect student success and the school environment in accordance with LACOE Board Policy 2250. The Shared Decision-Making Council (SDMC) is composed of representatives of LACEA teachers, school administration, SEIU, the Parent Council, student leadership, and senior program specialists.
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