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Our Vision & Mission

We strive to become a nationally recognized dual-mission program of artistic and academic excellence. Our scholar artists will be inspired to pursue their passions and lead with empathy and perseverance. Through collaboration, cultural engagement, and interdisciplinary learning, our graduates will be empowered to shape the future.
 
Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts is a dual-mission high school that empowers culturally and socioeconomically diverse students from across Los Angeles through a rigorous arts and college preparatory education. We cultivate excellence in an inclusive environment, fostering students’ creativity, critical thinking, and leadership skills. In partnership with the rich cultural landscape of Los Angeles, we prepare students to thrive as active community members, engaged scholars, and practicing artists

Student Learning Outcomes

Grand Arts students will develop the following competencies:
 
* Culture
* Community
* Collaboration
* Communication
* Critical Thinking
* Creativity

News & Announcements

Cynthia Erivo Incentive

Attendance Incentives!

All Grand Arts Students & Staff who have 96% Perfect Attendance through October 5th will be entered into our attendance raffles.

First, FOUR Students and ONE Staff member will each win tickets for themselves and A GUEST to Cynthia Erivo’s “Let Me Sing To You” Concert on October 15th. Second, The Homerooms with 96% through October 5th will be entered into our Homeroom attendance raffle. The winning Homeroom will receive a Grand Arts Swag Bag for the Homeroom Teacher and EACH student!

Winners will be announced during Homeroom on October 7th.
Coffee with the principal 8.19.26

Coffee with the Principal

Join us on 8/19/26 for the first Coffee with the Principal of the 2026-2027 school year. 9AM in the Parent Center.
Parent Portal workshop 8/12/26

Parent Workshop - Parent Portal Support

Join Ms. Martinez on Wednesday August 12th for a parent workshop to learn how to navigate and utilize the Parent Portal.

Wednesday August 12th at 9AM in the Parent Center

Calendar

LSLC Meeting

Time: 3:45 PM – 4:45 PM
Location: VAPA Parent Center & Zoom
Where Dreams Become Reality
Be ARTSY

Behavior Expectations

performers

We Are LA's Premier Art School

notable alumni

Notable Alumni

Presidential Scholar Winners

Presidential Scholar Winners

performers

Grand Arts Performers

College Acceptance

  • Chapman University
  • USC University of Southern California
  • UCSB
  • The University of California
  • LB
  • NYU
  • The University of California Berkley
  • Parsons
  • Yale
  • Berklee
  • Harvard
  • UCLA

At A Glance

  • 2008 Founded
  • 9-12 Grades
  • 99% Graduation Rate
  • 1,200 Students
  • 5 Specialized Arts Academies
  • 2020 Best HS Schools
  • US News Report 2021
  • CA Dept. of ED Exemplary Arts Education Program