Community Westlake High School, often known simply as Westlake or Westlake High is a public high school in Westlake Village, California, hosting grades 9-12. It is one of four high schools in the Conejo Valley Unified School District, and consistently has significantly above average API and SAT scores. Its mascot is the warrior; although previously a Native American Indian warrior, the logo was changed to a simple "W" and spear in order to prevent discrimination. Its school colors are blue, orange, and white. The school was founded in 1978 and is currently headed by principal Ron Lipari. It currently educates over 2,400 students.
The first graduating class was the class of 1980. The first principal was Mr. William Albers. All students entering Westlake High School in 1978 signed a charter, which sits in the office today. Middle schools that feed into Westlake include Colina Middle School and Los Cerritos Middle School.
Grading System Grades are recorded numerically. Transfer grades are recorded using the numerical equivalent on the grade scale of the sending school.
Superior A 90-100 Good B 80-89 Average C 75-79 Passing D 70-74 Failing F 0-69
Curriculum The school year consists of two 18-week semesters. All classes meet five days a week for 55-minute periods. The regular school day consists of six class periods. Varied course offerings allow students to meet individual needs and interests. Electives are offered in fine arts, business, technology, graphics, home economics, and in each of the major disciplines. Other elective options are offered through career-based programs. The comprehensive special education program offers all classes that are needed for students who qualify. 20 Advanced Placement courses are taught in English 3 and 4, Calculus, Computer Science, Statistics, U.S. History, European History, Psychology, Government, Economics, Human Geography, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science, French, Spanish, Art History, Studio Art, and Music Theory.
