Eastside Student Brings the Heat in Young Artist Competition

AVUHSD is proud to celebrate and uplift student artistry and success in the arts! This May, recent Eastside High School graduate Pierre Pigues Jr. was selected as a finalist for the SoCal Beat Battle Young Artist Competition! Out of 1,400 …

AVUHSD Honors Dedicated Employees During Annual Recognition Ceremony

Earlier this month, AVUHSD proudly presented the 2026 Award Recipients for our annual Employee Recognition Ceremony. These individuals were nominated by their peers and selected for their unwavering dedication to our students, our schools, and the Antelope Valley community.  The …

Migrant Education Program Shines at Speech and Debate Tournament

On Saturday, March 14, the Antelope Valley Migrant Education Program (MEP) participated in the Los Angeles County of Education (LACOE) Speech and Debate Regional Tournament.  Students Itzel Carlos, Tania Rodriguez, Valerie Rodriguez (Palmdale High School), Brenda Davalos, Jefte Pulgarin (Eastside …

AVUHSD Awarded CSBA Golden Bell for Prime Time League

The California School Boards Association’s Golden Bell Award is one of the state’s highest recognitions for exemplary programs that demonstrate innovation, excellence, and lasting impact in public education. Golden Bell honorees serve as models for districts across California, showcasing effective …

Littlerock's Boys Soccer takes a team photo as they head into the season.

Good Luck to Our Winter Sport Athletes!

In the midst of the holiday cheer and prep for semester finals, winter student athletes are kicking off their seasons with lots of excitement. Soccer, Basketball, and Wrestling teams across the district are going into their first matches with an …

Youth 4 Justice Summit Helps Students Build Connections with the Community

Students from across the district spent two days receiving an introduction to the justice system in multiple aspects of the legal field during the Youth 4 Justice event. AVUHSD and Future Leaders of America hosted law enforcement and legal professionals …

Primetime Soccer Finals Celebrates Inclusion and Community Spirit at AV Alta Stadium

Lancaster, CA — The AV Alta Soccer Stadium came alive on November 13 as students with disabilities from across the Antelope Valley took center stage for the Primetime Soccer Finals, culminating a season dedicated to inclusion, friendship, and athletic achievement. Primetime …

GALLERY: AVUHSD BATTLE OF THE BANDS

photo cred. Alejandro Andaluz (Quartz Hill High School) EASTSIDE HIGH SCHOOL PETE KNIGHT HIGH SCHOOL LANCASTER HIGH SCHOOL LITTLEROCK HIGH SCHOOL PALMDALE HIGH SCHOOL QUARTZ HILL HIGH SCHOOL

Newcomer Event Helps AVUHSD Students Make Meaningful Connections Together

Connection, support, and a sense of belonging rang through the district office last week as the Multilingual department hosted a student conference for newcomer students on October 29. AVUHSD students who have been in the United States for three years …

‘Mente y Cultura’ Hispanic Heritage Celebration Brings AVUHSD Together

Knowledge, history, creativity, and culture came together to form the exciting Mente y Cultura Hispanic Heritage Celebration hosted by AVUHSD’s Multilingual Department on October 3. The community gathered to watch students share their poetry and art creations and compete in …

Reimagining Teaching and Learning: Professional Development Day Marks the New Year

As summer break winds down, AVUHSD teachers are preparing for another year of growth and learning after an exceptional professional development day at Eastside High School, kicking off the 2025-2026 school year.  This annual event is an opportunity for teachers …

‘We Come From Greatness, Vol. 2’ Highlights Student Voices

 The Migrant Education Program celebrated the debut of ‘We Come From Greatness, Vol.2’, a compilation of student stories, poems, and artwork embodying their unique journeys and perspectives. During a ceremony this week, students got onstage to read their powerful stories …

STAFF ERICA ROUGH, TERESA HOWARD AND KIMBERLY PORTER

AVUHSD STEM EXPO 2025

The Antelope Valley Union High School District successfully hosted its STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Expo last Saturday, featuring outstanding student projects from across the district. Top-performing students who placed first, second, or third in their school-level competitions qualified …

“The Experience” Celebrates the Unity and Accomplishments within the AVUHSD!

Students, staff, and the community took over the Antelope Valley Fairgrounds to celebrate the programs, extracurriculars, and people that make the district unique at “The Experience” on May 8. Aptly named for its engaging setting, the inaugural event was buzzing …

Palmdale High School multilingual seniors and department leaders

Multilingual Senior Recognition Ceremony for Class of 2025

On May 9, 2025, the AVUHSD Multilingual and Migrant Education Department proudly celebrated the graduation of over 100 remarkable students! This heartwarming event was filled with inspiring student performances, motivational speeches, and the awarding of well-deserved scholarships—each moment reflecting our …

“We Are The Experience”

‘We are the Experience’ celebrates the dedicated educators and staff who make Antelope Valley Union High School District exceptional! From innovative classroom leaders to tireless support personnel, these remarkable individuals create life-changing moments for our students every day. Their passion …

Antelope Valley School District hosts “CREATE!” during Poppy Festival

LANCASTER, Calif. – May 2, 2025 The Antelope Valley Union High School District hosted its annual “CREATE!” arts festival during the California Poppy Festival from April 24-27, bringing together student artists, musicians, dancers and filmmakers from across the district in …

District Wide BSU Shows Expression Through Paint and Poetry

LANCASTER, CA – April 22, 2025 Last Friday, The District Wide Black Student Union (BSU) met At Eastside High School to host a collective Art Talk centered on Spoken Word and Poetry. BSU members from various sites in the AVUHSD …

Triple Crown Victory: Eastside’s Varsity Winter Guard, Winds, and Drumline Sweep District Championships”

We’re excited to share that this past Saturday, the EHS Varsity Winter Guard, Varsity Winter Winds, and Varsity Drumline all brought home championship titles, each earning the highest overall scores in the district! “Our students gave outstanding performances, and the …

"Freddie Mercury" by Maritza Morales
"Freddie Mercury" by Maritza Morales

AVUHSD Celebrates 40 Years of Student Artistry at MOAH: Cedar Showcase!

AVUHSD and MOAH:CEDAR Host 40th Annual Art Exhibition LANCASTER, CA – The Antelope Valley Union High School District (AVUHSD) and Museum of Art and History Cedar (MOAH:CEDAR) celebrated young artistic talent at their 40th Annual Art Exhibition on Thursday, April …

AVUHSD JOB FAIR MARCH 8TH

AVUHSD Job Fair: Join Our Food Services Team!Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity? Antelope Valley Union High School District (AVUHSD) is hosting a Job Fair this weekend and we’re actively seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our Food Services team! …

2024-2025 Dental Assisting Program Application Now Open
2024-2025 Dental Assisting Program Application Now Open

2024-2025 Dental Assisting Program Application Now Open

Are you interested in the Dental Industry? Applications for Antelope Valley High School’s 2024-2025 Dental Assisting Program are NOW OPEN! Although the Dental Assisting Program is only offered at Antelope Valley High School, ALL AVUHSD students are eligible to apply! Don’t miss out …

2024-2025 Academy Application Now Open Flyer
2024-2025 Academy Application Now Open Flyer

Career Technical Education Academy Applications Now Open

Interested in joining one of the following Career Technical Education programs this upcoming school year? The 2024-2025 CTE Academy applications are now available! Click On the Link Below to Apply! https://antelopevalley.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9GMXD3iBWE9os0m

Black History & CTE Month
Black History & CTE Month

Black History & CTE Month

Celebrate and Educate Black History Month Happy February to our AVUHSD staff, students, families, and community! February is a month of many celebrations and essential recognition. We invite you to join us for our District’s National Black History Month through …

CTE Month Logo
CTE Month Logo

Career Technical Education (CTE) Month

February is Career Technical Education (CTE) Month! CTE Month celebrates the achievements and accomplishments of AVUHSD’s CTE Academies and pathways as well as other CTE programs across the country! We are so thankful for all our incredible staff and hard …