High School Information
Overview
Palos Verdes Peninsula Summer School (PVPSS) is thrilled to continue serving the educational community! Students entering grades 9-12 have the opportunity to enroll in both onsite and online summer high school courses for advancement, all of which meet the UC/CSU and NCAA college entrance requirements through our WASC accredited program. We are also proud to offer outstanding enrichment workshops that do not provide grades or credits, with the sole intention of supporting student interests and needs. See dates, times, and descriptions in the Daily Schedule section below, and go to the High School Courses and Workshops tab to view all of our offerings.
PVPSS alternates campuses each year, and the location for 2026 is Palos Verdes High School. However, students from all school districts are welcome, even if they are out of state. Courses run from June 15 – July 23, with the exception of onsite history courses, which finish on July 9. It is very important to stay on track because each school day covers a great deal of material. Due to the fast pace, teachers cannot provide extensions on assignments/exams for any reason, including illness. Also, the amount of homework will vary by class and student interests/skills. Some students do not have any homework at all, whereas others need to put in a little more time. With that being said, anyone in an honors class should expect quite a bit of homework due to the increased rigor.
Please note that our online classes are asynchronous (no attendance), and all deadlines provided by the teacher must be met. Also, online students are allowed to work ahead and finish the assignments/exams in advance.
Make sure to check out our amazing workshops, too! They each run onsite for two to three hours per day over the course of one semester. Workshops do not provide grades/credits, and they can be taken concurrently with an online course. Students may also take a different workshop each semester.
Please also note that PVPSS is a nonprofit private entity which does not follow predetermined agreements that may be in place through your home school, such as extra time to submit assignments. However, certain accommodations can be provided organically, and students/families are always welcome to share helpful information with the instructor.
Go to the High School Informational Video tab for a full overview of the program in under nine minutes. Also, feel free to contact Adam Genovese, PVPSS High School Director, at genovesea@pvpss.com with any questions or concerns. We look forward to another great summer!
2026 Schedules and Formats
Our courses and workshops run from Monday to Thursday each week. Please see the exact dates below.
First Semester: June 15, 16, 17, 18, 22, 23, 24, 25, 29, 30, and July 1, 2
Second Semester: July 6, 7, 8, 9, 13, 14, 15, 16, 20, 21, 22, 23
ONSITE Courses
Onsite courses run from 8:00am – 1:30pm on the Palos Verdes High School campus for the six weeks shown above. However, please note that onsite history courses are completed in only four weeks. Students who enroll in a class will receive an email from the teacher by June 13 with information on getting started (all communications will be sent to the email address you provide at registration). Please check the High School Policies Page for details on attendance and assignment submission.
Onsite Course Offerings: World History, US History, American Government/Economics, Biology, Biology Honors, Chemistry, Chemistry Honors, Geometry, Geometry Honors, and Drawing & Painting. Please check the High School Courses and Workshops Page for details.
ONLINE COURSES
Online courses are asynchronous (no attendance), and students must meet all the deadlines provided by the teacher. Also, online students are allowed to work ahead and finish the assignments/exams in advance. Students who enroll in a class will receive an email from the teacher by June 13 with information on getting started (all communications will be sent to the email address you provide at registration). Please check the High School Policies Page for details on assignment submission.
Online Course Offerings: World History, US History, American Government/Economics, and Digital Photography. Please check the High School Courses and Workshops Page for details.
WORKSHOPS
All workshops are offered onsite, and they range from one to three weeks. Students have two to three hours of time in the classroom each school day, and we also offer a great deal of onsite and/or virtual support. Please note that there are no grades or credits offered in workshops, as their sole purpose is to provide enrichment and support. Also, workshops can be taken concurrently with an online course, and students may enroll in multiple workshops if the dates/times do not conflict. Students who enroll in a workshop will receive an email from the teacher by June 13 with information on getting started (all communications will be sent to the email address you provide at registration). The options are listed below, and details can be found on the High School Courses and Workshops Page.
Workshop Offerings: College Application Prep, College Application Prep Jr, College Essay Prep, SAT Prep, Algebra 1 & 2 Prep, Geometry Prep, Pre-Calculus Prep, Calculus Prep, Spanish 1 & 2 Prep, Tai Chi Fan, and Chinese Red Drums. Please check the High School Courses and Workshops Page for details.
High School Important Dates – 2026
| May 4 | Last day to request a full refund, minus $75 administrative fee – see Registration tab for details |
| May 18 | Last day to request a 50% refund – see Registration tab for details |
| June 15 | First semester begins |
| June 16 | Last day to change a class – see Registration tab for details |
| June 18 | Last day until second semester to level down from an honors course |
| July 2 | First semester ends – mandatory attendance for onsite students |
| July 6 | Second semester begins |
| July 9 | Last day to level down from an honors course |
| July 9 | Last day on campus for onsite history students |
| July 23 | Second semester ends – mandatory attendance for onsite students (history students excluded) |
| July 24 | Last day to notify PVPSS that a student’s transcript should not be sent to the home school |
Frequently Asked Questions
***Please watch the Informational Video for a guided tour of the website/program***
How do I send the PVPSS transcript to my home school?
PVPSS transcripts are sent automatically to PVHS and PVPHS within one week of completing the course, so you do not need make a request/order. Any students attending a school outside of PVPUSD will be asked to provide the registrar’s contact information, so that we can send the transcript directly.
When will the PVPSS course/grades show up on my home school transcript?
All PVPSS transcripts are sent to the registrar within one week of completing the course. However, the registrars have hundreds of student transcripts to process, so please be patient.
Are the honors classes at PVPSS weighted on my home school transcript?
PVPSS is a private entity that does not have any influence over the policies of specific schools. Please contact your home school with any questions about its policies.
What is the time commitment for PVPSS courses?
The amount of time each student spends on the class will vary based on skill and interest in the subject area. Certain students do not have any homework at all, while others need to put in some extra time. However, please note that honors classes generally involve two to five hours of homework per night due to the increased rigor.
Can the agreed upon services from my home school, such as extended time to submit assignments, be used in PVPSS?
PVPSS is a private entity, and we are unable to utilize the agreed upon services you may have in place through the home school. However, always feel free to approach the teacher for support.
Where can I find information on dates, policies, expectations, formats, registration, etc?
The Information, Courses and Workshops, Policies, and Registration pages, located in the Summer High School tab on top of this page, will provide you with important details. Please watch the Informational Video, also located in the Summer High School tab, for a guided tour of the website/program in under nine minutes.
How do students finish onsite history classes in under four weeks?
The teachers have developed a format that includes software and direct instruction, which enables students to work at a swift pace with little to no homework.
Are students allowed to take an academic course and support workshop at the same time?
Students are welcome to take an online course and onsite workshop simultaneously. Also, since each of our workshops are one semester (three weeks) or less, students are allowed to take two of them throughout the summer. PVPSS has incredible workshops, so make sure to check out the Summer High School Courses and Workshops page for more information.
Who would be the best person to contact if I still have questions?
Feel free to contact the PVPSS Director, Adam Genovese, at genovesea@pvpss.com. It is always our goal to provide the best support possible!
All PVPSS sites have administrative staff that have been trained in first aid and CPR. In addition, we have support from the PVPUSD summer school nurse. All students with individualize medical needs will have a plan in place that the family and site staff agree to prior to the first day of summer school. Once your student is registered, we will reach out to schedule a meeting.