Author: HBUHSD

HBUHSD students and staff attend annual Knott’s Physics Day, Coast High takes 2nd for best roller coaster

On March 9, Knott’s Berry Farm hosted their annual Physics Day, an all-day event complete with workshops and activities in order to educate students about physics concepts in a fun learning environment.  After weeks of preparation and building, Coast High School (CHS) was awarded 2nd place for “Best Roller Coaster” by Dr. Snoopy. In addition to Coast students, the day included participants from schools all around the state.  The Huntington Beach Union High School District (HBUHSD) had a strong presence with Coast, Fountain Valley (FVHS), Ocean View (OVHS), Westminster (WHS), and Valley Vista (VVHS) students and teachers all in attendance....

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Huntington Union Council PTA and HBUHSD partner to teach students about education advocacy

On Wednesday, March 8, Huntington Beach Union High School District (HBUHSD) 11th and 12th graders participated in the final session of the inaugural Student Advocacy Program. Sponsored by the Huntington Union Council Parent-Teacher Association (PTA), this program promotes student engagement and collaboration with policymakers in decisions affecting K-12 education.  During each of the program’s four sessions, students had the opportunity to engage with a panel of experts to receive information and opinions regarding education finance, current academic issues, and student wellness concerns. At Wednesday night’s session, the panel included Dr. Michael Simons, Board of Trustees President, Kathleen Iverson, Board...

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LINK (OC Register): HBAPA students leave mark with original album

Students at Huntington Beach High School’s Academy for the Performing Arts are making a lasting impression with a recorded collection of original student-composed songs. The album, “Playlist 2017: The Originals,” features 15 songs written, performed and produced by music students in the music, media and entertainment technology program and is available for download...

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