Mesa Verde High School

Mesa Verde High School, which serves grades 9-12, offers a dynamic blend of academic, career-focused, arts and athletic programs designed to support student success and prepare graduates for college, careers and beyond.

Academic Programs

  • AVID Program: The school’s Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) program focuses on organizational skills, study habits and college readiness, aiming to prepare students for post-secondary success
  • Career Technical Education (CTE) Pathways: Mesa Verde High School offers several CTE pathways designed to equip students with practical skills and industry knowledge:
    • Theater Arts - focuses on careers in the arts, entertainment and media sectors
    • Public Safety - Emphasizes roles in law enforcement, legal studies and community engagement
    • Business Academy - A California Partnership Academy concentrating on business and entrepreneurship
  • Advanced Placement (AP) Courses: The school offers 13 AP courses, allowing students to engage in college-level coursework and earn college credit.
  • Fine Arts Program: The award-winning Fine Arts program includes drawing and painting, ceramics, theatre, band and choir.

Clubs and Athletics

Mesa Verde supports diverse student clubs and organizations, including Black Student Union (BSU), Key Club, Link Crew and more.

Competing in the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Sac-Joaquin Section, Mesa Verde offers a comprehensive athletics program across all seasons:

  • Fall: Football, Flag Football, Cross Country, Volleyball (girls)
  • Winter: Basketball, Soccer, Wrestling
  • Spring: Baseball, Softball, Tennis (co-ed), Volleyball (boys), Track & Field

The school recently unveiled a state-of-the-art athletic facility, including a new stadium for football, soccer and track & field, as well as upgraded tennis courts and renovated baseball and softball fields.