WHY CHOOSE PCHS?

Pacific Coast High School is a WASC accredited, college preparatory, voluntary, public high school–very different from many schools you may have experienced. From UC-approved courses to modified support courses, on-campus courses, electives, and online courses, we offer opportunities for a variety of students to experience success. In keeping with our mission statement, our philosophy and courses are very similar to a community college format, utilizing a syllabus approach to each trimester course. UC-approved, online, on-campus, and hybrid course options are available to all students.

Some PCHS highlights are Prom, yearbook, Theater Arts, a variety of on-campus electives and academic support classes, science labs, and the option to complete most courses independently.

The keys to success at Pacific Coast High School are a motivated student, strong support at home, and frequent communication with the school. Our faculty is available by phone, email, and on-campus meetings. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Academic Tracks

Pacific Coast High School blends traditional high school and Independent Study to create a format to fit the needs of many students.

  • UC/College Prep: Online and Blended Courses

  • Direct Instruction: Non UC/college prep curriculum with on-campus class meetings

  • Credit Recovery: Individualized instruction

  • Fundamentals: Non UC/College Prep high school curriculum

  • Unvaccinated Student Options: (SB 277) variety of options for students to enroll with PCHS

OUR MISSION

As an exemplary public school option for family-based education, our mission is to graduate self-directed confident learners who are responsible contributors within their communities. We accomplish this through a partnership with students, parents, and school staff in a positive and safe environment where learning occurs in a unique, individualized, and relevant manner.

COURSES

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TRANSCRIPTS

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Awards and Accredidation

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NCAA approved courses

University of California (A-G) approved courses

 CTE electives