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Our Vision

Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts is a dual-mission high school dedicated to providing aspiring artists and scholars with an academically rigorous pre-college curriculum and a comprehensive, four-year pre-conservatory arts program.

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Our Mission

Our mission is to provide an exemplary arts and academic educational experience to students who have a passion for the arts, are culturally and socioeconomically diverse and hail from across all of Los Angeles. Situated on Grand Avenue, we offer the highest caliber of arts-integrated education and the opportunity to access the rich cultural vibrancy of the Los Angeles arts community.

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We Are One

Visit LAUSD’s We Are One website if you or your family need assistance or resources including information on virtual school options, transportation, immigration, health, wellness, food, or housing.

Dia de los muertos Commemoration 11/5/2025

VAPA Dia de los muertos Celebration & Commemoration Exhibit

Dia de los muertos is our annual event commemorating and celebrating the diverse & rich community of Grand Arts. We pay our respects to a culturally relevant & important aspect of many in our Grand Arts community.
Teachers will sign up their classes to attend.