Los Angeles Unified School District

DISTRICT PROFILE Torrance Unified School District offers students an authentic American high school experience as the oldest high school in the state of California. The district was listed as a 2017 California Honor Roll School District. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/qkQmXqCwY9w" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> FACILITIES The 9-acre campus features over 100 classrooms, 2 gyms, 5 computer labs, and many athletic fields. The school’s 100th anniversary in 2017 was marked by extensive upgrades and renovations. The school is listed on the US National Register of Historic Places. SPORTS AND ARTS Torrance Unified sports teams have earned numerous titles in baseball, football, golf, softball, tennis, and volleyball. Several professional athletes have graduated from the school, particularly MLB players. In addition to various arts courses such as drumline and photography, students can participate in over 50 clubs and extracurricular activities such as fashion and ukulele. AWARDS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS Torrance Unified School District was named a California Distinguished School by the U.S. Department of Education and he district was named a 2017 California Honor Roll School District. COMMUNITY INFORMATION Torrance, California is located one hour south of Los Angeles. It boasts warm temperatures and low humidity year-round. The city is listed as one of the top 30 best cities to live in America by Niche.com. Students can explore many museums, beaches, bike paths, and skate parks. Torrance is a coastal community with 1.5 miles of Pacific beaches. Visit School Site: <a href="ths.tusd.org">Torrance High School</a> Visit City Site: <a href="www.torranceca.gov">Torrance, California</a>

DISTRICT PROFILE Chino Valley Unified School District’s has four high schools that accept international students. The distinguished district has some of the best schools in California and offers unique academic programs such as STEM and engineering, veterinary studies, and agriculture. The district boasts test scores and graduation rates that exceed state and national averages as well as over 35 AP options. International students make up 2% of the student body. FACILITIES The district’s high school campuses have large-scale athletic facilities, including fields for football, baseball, and soccer; synthetic running tracks; gymnasiums; and aquatic centers. Campuses have an extensive network of computer labs. One high school offers agriculture students access to a working farm. SPORTS AND ARTS The district’s strong athletic reputation is upheld by their many graduates who have gone on to become professional basketball, football, soccer, and American football players. Students can also participate in sports such as golf and water polo. Schools in the district offer fine and performing arts such as drama, jazz band, and wind ensemble, as well as digital and media arts such as digital imaging, graphic design, video production, and fashion design. AWARDS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS The district is home to 19 California Distinguished Schools and a National Blue Ribbon School. Schools in the district have also received the California Distinguished School and California Gold Ribbon School awards. COMMUNITY INFORMATION The city of Chino, located 45 minutes east of Los Angeles, is home to Chino Community Theater and a lively downtown area with a weekly farmer’s market. With a sunny year round climate, Chino was selected as one of the 100 Best Communities for Youth and was ranked 34th in Money Magazine’s Best Places to Live 2012. Visit School Site: <a href="https://www.chino.k12.ca.us/">Chino Valley Unified School District</a> Visit City Site: <a href="https://www.cityofchino.org/">Chino, California</a>

DISTRICT PROFILE The Morgan Hill Unified School District’s two high schools accepting international students serve about 3,300 students. The curriculum offers over 20 AP options and various unique art courses as well as honors courses and competitive athletic programs. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/cB4vjMpKhsM" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> FACILITIES Campuses include classroom buildings, theaters, auditoriums, athletic centers with full sized gymnasiums, and aquatic centers. One of the high schools has recently undergone major renovations and technology infrastructure upgrades. New facilities include a theater and amphitheater area, locker rooms, and a new digital marquee. SPORTS AND ARTS The schools’ DII sports teams including girls soccer and volleyball have won many championships in recent years. The district’s Drama Guild has earned repeated recognition from the American Musical Theater’s Honors program. Students can also take unique courses such as floral design and culinary arts. COMMUNITY INFORMATION Morgan Hill is 25 minutes from the culturally diverse city of San Jose in the southern part of Silicon Valley, a globally recognized technology hotspot. Located less than an hour from the scenic Pacific Coast, the region’s pleasant weather allows students to enjoy the beach, hiking, bike riding, and other outdoor activities year-round. Visit School Site: <a href="http://mhusd.org/">Morgan Hill Unified School District</a> Visit City Site: <a href="https://www.morganhill.org/">Morgan Hill, California</a>