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Welcome to Wallis Annenberg High School (WAHS)!

A Message From Our Leadership

Brittnie Ortiz Named Principal of Wallis Annenberg High School

The Accelerated Schools has named Brittnie Ortiz as principal of Wallis Annenberg High School. 

Ms. Ortiz is not new to WAHS. She has served as an assistant principal at the school, where she helped lead a year that produced the strongest academic results in its recent history.

“We ran a nationwide search and conducted a number of interviews. A committee of network wide leaders and WAHS staff recommended Ms. Ortiz as our next principal. I agree with them,” said Jesse Melgares, Chief Executive Officer of The Accelerated Schools. “Ms. Ortiz was measured against a national field, and the teachers who will work alongside her are the ones who recommended her.”

Ms. Ortiz succeeds Mo Finn, Chief Schools Officer for The Accelerated Schools, who has served as acting principal and will support the transition before returning to her network role. 

Congratulations, Ms. Ortiz!





Preparation for the Future

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The Wallis Annenberg High School serves students in 9th through 12th grades, and focuses on encouraging students to achieve personal success, a strong sense of self and community, along with a deep appreciation for lifelong learning.

Each student is challenged with a strong focus on become mentally and academically prepared to enter – and succeed – in college and beyond.

Ultimately, we prepare our graduates to become independent critical thinkers and decision-makers and responsible, productive leaders in our community. Many go on to achieve success at top tier schools in California and across the United States. For the 2018 WAHS graduating class, 99% were accepted into a two and/or four year college or university.

Thanks to a generous $10 million donation by Wallis Annenberg and the Annenberg Foundation, WAHS opened its doors to the community in 2003. Over the years, the school as been recognized multiple times by U.S. News and World Report as a top high school.

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WAHS SPOTLIGHT:

WAHS Receives AP School
Honor Roll Distinction

WAHS was named to College Board's 2023 AP School Honor Roll for its role in maximizing college readiness for students.

College Board studies a school's college-going culture and the results of students taking rigorous college-level courses before awarding the AP School Honor Roll distinction/
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WAHS SPOTLIGHT:

Save the Date! WAHS Awards Ceremony

February 23, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. at the TAS gym

Congratulations to all WAHS Panthers who participated in the Mentor Award Ceremonies last week. If your student received a Fall ’22 Award, you are invited to the Thursday event!
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WAHS SPOTLIGHT:

WAHS School Spirit - A Sense of Community

In addition to exceptional academic programs, our students develop lifelong passions and friends through WAHS’ flourishing athletic and artistic activities. WAHS boasts competitive sports teams in basketball, volleyball, softball, and soccer!
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WAHS SPOTLIGHT:

TAS Grad Parade - Celebrating Our WAHS Seniors

The Annual Grad Parade is one of our special #WAHS traditions. It’s a moment to celebrate our graduates’ accomplishments while inspiring our younger students about their future 👨‍🎓

Students from every TAS school came out in full force to cheer on the exceptional Class of 2023.

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WAHS SPOTLIGHT:

Students hear from over 25 career paths at WAHS Career Day

At Friday’s Career Day, our WAHS students were fortunate to hear from professionals representing 25 different careers ranging from dentistry to firefighting.

We believe it’s important for our scholars to have exposure to a wide range of potential career paths as they start thinking ahead to life after WAHS graduation, and we are proud to help our students navigate and prepare for their limitless futures.
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WAHS SPOTLIGHT:

WAHS Student Asked to Join Salvadorian National Futbol Team!

TAS is very proud that one of WAHS’ students has been asked to join the Salvadorian National Team! ⚽

We are constantly impressed by our students’ talents, and we will continue to help all of our bright scholars foster their passions.
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WAHS SPOTLIGHT:

Annual TAS Grad Walk Displays Student Support & Pride

The Grad Walk is an annual TAS tradition where WAHS graduates are cheered on by the entire school. Students applaud each other, celebrating the incredible accomplishment of becoming a WAHS graduate.

It’s uplifting to see all of our TAS scholars supporting each other’s accomplishments, and we can’t wait to see what our Class of 2022 graduates do next!
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WAHS SPOTLIGHT:

WAHS Receives 6 Year WASC Accreditation

The Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS/WASC) has rewarded Wallis Annenberg High School with its 6 year WASC Accreditation.

“The Commission looks forward to WAHS’ anticipated success and continuing improvement in keeping with ACS WASC’s pursuit of excellence,” says Gregory Franklin, Commission Chairperson. We are honored to receive this accreditation and look forward to continuing our work to receive yet another one!
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WAHS SPOTLIGHT:

WAHS Visits USC Annenberg

Ninety of our Wallis Annenberg HS students recently attended USC Annenberg School of Communication’s Residency Program to learn more about the University and develop 21st century skills needed in the workplace, such as adaptability, innovation, empathy, and leadership.
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WAHS After School Program

Serving grades 9-12

WAHS students may participate in a range of extracurricular sports and activities offered in partnership with ARC. These include:

  • Intramural Sports (softball, soccer, volleyball, basketball)
  • Clubs
  • Academic support

Applications available in the WAHS main office.

Get in touch with our team!

Email us at:   askwahs@accelerated.org