Block Schedule Overview

Alta Vista High School follows a block schedule structure. Each block will last approximately 9 weeks, with 4 blocks total in the school year.

Students will take 3 classes each block, with the option of completing 4 classes per block each equivalating to 0.5 credits per class. This means students will earn 1.5 credits each block (completing 3 classes) and 2 credits each block (completing 4 classes), totaling 6 credits per year (3 classes) and 8 credits per year (4 classes). This allows students the flexibility to participate in accelerated courses as well as participate in extended courses that last more than one block.

All students will participate in a shortened Friday schedule to allow for teachers to collaborate in data-driven professional learning communities.