High School Arts

Though art, music and theater courses are not required in the High School, all High School students are encouraged to participate in arts-related electives and the school has a tradition of high-level participation in the arts on the part of nearly all its students.

Art offerings include courses in drawing, painting and yearbook regularly and occasionally scheduled courses in web design and sculpture.

Musical groups include choir, rock band and jazz band—all which perform regularly—and the drama department puts one major theatrical production each Spring.

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I recently completed an Initial WASC visit to Delphi Academy of Los Angeles. Nestled in the beautiful foothills of the Angeles National Forest, Delphi has been empowering students since 1984 with a clear mission: to help students improve the condition of their lives and communities through knowledge, reason, creativity, and integrity.

What stood out during my visit:

Proficiency-Based Learning: Students advance by demonstrating true understanding rather than simply completing grade levels. Each learner progresses at their ideal pace—a refreshing approach to individualized education.

Meaningful Relationships: With small class sizes every student receives genuine one-on-one attention from teachers who truly care about their success.

Study Technology: The school equips students with practical tools to overcome learning barriers, helping them develop deep comprehension skills that extend far beyond the classroom.

Real-World Application: The curriculum ensures students don’t just memorize—they can meaningfully apply what they’ve learned.

During stakeholder interviews, the consistent theme was personalized attention and care. Parents praised the in-depth conferences that provide clear insights into their child’s progress, while students appreciated developing genuine understanding rather than surface-level knowledge.

Particularly impressive was that over 50% of current students are second-generation Delphi learners—a powerful testament to the lasting impact of their educational approach.

Thank you to Cindy Gainsforth and the team at Delphi!

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