About
Welcome to Antelope Valley High School, home of the Lopes! We've been a cornerstone of the Lancaster community since 1912, and we're proud of our deep roots in the Antelope Valley. For over a hundred years, we've been dedicated to providing a top-notch education in a place that feels like a home away from home.
Here at AVHS, we're more than just a school: we're a family. We believe in building strong relationships and creating a place where every student can discover their passions and potential. Our teachers are dedicated to helping students succeed, not just in the classroom, but in life. We're all about rolling up our sleeves and working together to help our students become creative, critical thinkers, and responsible citizens.
Messaging & Notifications
Stay in the loop with everything happening at AVHS. This is your official hub for important announcements, weekly updates, and timely reminders to help you and your student have a great school year.
From The Principal
The halls are buzzing again, and a new year of learning and growth is upon us here in Lancaster. To help set the tone for the months ahead, our Principal has a special welcome message to share. Read on for their thoughts on what makes our Lope community so strong and the exciting opportunities that await our students this year.
Mission and Vision
Our Mission
Antelope Valley High School provides an academically rigorous learning environment that promotes creativity and builds meaningful relationships in order to develop complex critical thinking skills necessary to be successful in the 21st century.
Our Vision
Students at Antelope Valley High School recognize their capacity to contribute to their community and are prepared to pursue a clear post secondary plan developed throughout high school.
Upcoming Events
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September 2nd: FLEX-Advisory Day (2:50 PM Release)
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September 3rd: MINIMUM Day (1:37 PM Release)
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September 3rd: Back to School Night (5:15 PM Start)
Bell Schedule
Stay in the loop with everything happening at AVHS. This is your official hub for important announcements, weekly updates, and timely reminders to help you and your student have a great school year.
Tuesday, March 19
Regular Schedule
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Current Period
8:38:01
Current Time
10:49 / 116:23m
Next Bell
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Contact & Information
Details
Here at Antelope Valley High, we’re about more than just textbooks and tests. We want to create a place where students are challenged to think bigger, get creative, and build real friendships with classmates and teachers. It’s all about rolling up our sleeves together, so our kids learn how to solve the kinds of tough problems they’ll face in the real world.
Have a question or need more information? Use this form to send a message. We will reply to the email address you provide. You can also call us at (661) 948-8552 or email directly by clicking .
| Name | Role | Ext | |
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| Principal and Assistant Principal | |||
| Lisa Schmidt | Principal | lschmidt@avhsd.org | |
| Leighann Pacheco | Principal's Secretary | Ext. 101 | lpacheco@avhsd.org |
| Megan Andrews | Assistant Principal | mandrews@avhsd.org | |
| Amanda Newton | Assistant Principal's Secretary | Ext. 108 | anewton@avhsd.org |
| Vice Principals | |||
| Aaron Foley | Activities> | Ext. 167 | afoley@avhsd.org |
| Mike Lipka | Athletics | Ext. 176 | mlipka@avhsd.org |
| Ed Gonzalez | Special Education | Ext. 237 | egonzalez@avhsd.org |
| Nicole Williford | Special Programs | Ext. 888 | nwilliford@avhsd.org |
Rules
Dress Code
All Highland High School students are required to be visibly wearing their student identification cards in order to enter the school campus, and will adhere to the following guidelines for student dress on campus and at school-related activities off campus.
School Policies
Here at Antelope Valley High, we’re about more than just textbooks and tests. We want to create a place where students are challenged to think bigger, get creative, and build real friendships with classmates and teachers. It’s all about rolling up our sleeves together, so our kids learn how to solve the kinds of tough problems they’ll face in the real world.
The Legal Stuff
Safety Message / Plan
Antelope Valley High School is committed to cultivating a safe and secure, positive school culture that supports all students' personal and academic growth.