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WELCOME TO VENTURA HIGH SCHOOL
Ventura High School
Home of the Cougars
Our mission is to develop highly educated, well-rounded students who are excited about learning by providing all students with quality educational opportunities. We aim to engage the aspirations and abilities of all students, nurturing innovation, creativity, and collaboration as students achieve their academic and career goals at VHS. Finally, our goal is to create productive community members and to develop lifelong learners.
Welcome to Cougar Country!
Ventura High School’s vision is to prepare our diverse student body for full participation in and contribution to the global society by delivery of high-quality programs and instruction to all students in a caring atmosphere.
Our mission is to develop highly educated, well-rounded students who are excited about learning by providing all students with quality educational opportunities. We aim to engage the aspirations and abilities of all students, nurturing innovation, creativity, and collaboration as students achieve their academic and career goals at VHS. Finally, our goal is to create productive community members and to develop lifelong learners.
Our administrative and teaching staff members are here to help students define and reach their goals, and to help families guide their students towards success in high school and beyond. Please do not hesitate to contact us!
Best regards,
Marissa Rodriguez, Principal
School Calendar
April 2026
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday, March 29
Monday, March 30
Spring Break
All Day
Tuesday, March 31
Spring Break
All Day
Wednesday, April 1
Spring Break
All Day
Thursday, April 2
Spring Break
All Day
Friday, April 3
Spring Break
All Day
Saturday, April 4
Sunday, April 5
Monday, April 6
Tuesday, April 7
Wednesday, April 8
Friday, April 10
Saturday, April 11
Saturday School 8 am- 12 pm
All Day
Sunday, April 12
Wednesday, April 15
CAASPP Testing
All Day
Minimum Day
All Day
Senior Assembly #1/ Per. 3
All Day
Spirit Week
All Day
Thursday, April 16
Spirit Week
All Day
Friday, April 17
Spirit Week
All Day
Sunday, April 19
Monday, April 20
Tuesday, April 21
Thursday, April 23
Friday, April 24
Grad Speakers Announced
All Day
Sunday, April 26
Monday, April 27
Tuesday, April 28
Wednesday, April 29
Friday, May 1
Saturday, May 2
Prom
All Day
School and District News
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The Ventura Unified School District Board of Education recently took action at a Special Board of Education meeting held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, regarding three surplus properties: the Jewett Estate, Avenue School site, and Washington School site. Read more.
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The Ventura Unified School District is proud to introduce Sydney Traub as Co-Chair of the School Closures Advisory Committee.
Sydney is a 9th grader at Foothill Technology High School and previously attended Montalvo Arts Academy and Anacapa Middle School. Read More.
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We are pleased to introduce the Chair of the School Closures Advisory Committee, Mrs. Peggy Maryanski, who brings a deep commitment to public education and decades of experience serving students and the Ventura community.
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The first two schools are taken off the list for consideration. The committee goes over purpose, responsibilities, and process. Read more.
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VENTURA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NAMED A 2026 CALIFORNIA MODEL SCHOOL ATTENDANCE REVIEW BOARD PROGRAM
“This recognition truly belongs to our school staff, students and their families, the School Attendance Review Board, and our Ventura Unified SARB Chairperson, Vicky Yasenchok,” said Maria Elizarraras, Director of Student Support Services. “Addressing attendance barriers requires collaboration, dedication, and a shared commitment to student success. We are dedicated to fostering strong attendance while partnering closely with families to understand students’ challenges and provide the support they need to thrive.”
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Ventura Unified is beginning a clear, data-based process to determine whether any school sites may need to close in the coming years due to continued enrollment declines. A community advisory committee will review the data and provide recommendations, with no closures possible before the 2027–2028 school year.