Welcome to Washington Preparatory High School website! Home of the Generals!!! Congratulations on another year of solid academic improvement! The last of day of instruction for 2012 is June 19, 2012. Graduation for the Class of 2012 will be held June 19, 2012 @ 4:00pm on Football Field.



Vision
George Washington Preparatory High School Mission and Vision Statement

Washington Preparatory High School, an urban four-year comprehensive high school, is committed to providing a quality education enabling each member of the diverse student body to strive for excellence to fulfill and reach his/her full potential.
Our mission is to ensure that each student, upon graduation, will possess the academic and social skills needed to think critically, function in a diverse society, and participate as informed responsible citizens prepared for leadership in their community, the world, and all areas of life.

News
Finals for all Students are February 1,2 & 3. February 1 & 2 are shortened days, school dismissed at 1:27. February 3rd school is dismissed at 12:27. MONDAY, February 6, 2012 is the first day of the spring semester
and it is a full day of instruction for all students. School begins at 8:00 and ends at 3:15pm.
Friday Night Lights PEP Rally, Games and Food Trucks Event to be held on Friday, January 27, 2012 from 3:30 to 7:30.
Once again we will turning on our lights in our new football stadium to host a Girls Soccer game. Boys Basketball will also have games at 5:30 and 7:00. Our Gourmet Food Trucks will be Mangia, BeSweet, Islands,and one more new truck. The event will be held in the new gym parking lot. Come out and purchase a lovely meal, watch a game or just talk with community and school members!! This is a General Family Happening!
George Washington Preparatory High School Music & Performing Arts Magnet and STTAF Presents Our Annual Black History Production: "A Celebration of Hope"Hope Foye “An American Treasure”

Over 100 Community performers and young professionals will present a program of dance, poetry, and classical music to honor Ms. Foye on February 10th and 11th at 7:00 p.m. in the Washington Dream Theatre, located at Washington Preparatory High School. The show will

be performed as a tribute to Hope and her legacy. Directed by award winning director and Broadway veteran, Dr. Melanie Andrews in partnership with Grammy Award winning pianist Anthony Llorens, this Black History event promises to both entertain and inspire! The featured performers include: rising African-American Soprano, Talia Moore; Pop Soloist, Ashley Rae; Tenor, Emiliano Preciado; LAUSD Secondary Arts Coordinator, Dr. Steven McCarthy; Inglewood Org Choir; and Flourish Dance Crew.
What: Annual Black History Production, A Celebration of Hope

Where: Washington Preparatory High School Dream Theatre
When: February 10 & 11 @ 7:00 pm ( February 11 will have special guest artists)
Tickets: $ 7.00 for students, $10. 00 for adults, or two for $7.00 presale from a cast member.
Special group rate: 50 % off for groups of 20 or more!
OUR PRESTIGIOUS DRAMA PROGRAM DOES IT AGAIN AT THE CALIFORNIA THEATRE FESTIVIAL COMPETITION.
Congratulations to Dr. Andrews and our drama students for winning first place in Best Ensemble for "Positive Secrets". This play was performed by our students as part of our Second Annual Fall Repertory Festival, Thought ProvokingTheatre" Our students performed excerpts of this at the festival. Javier Barbosa, won best actor at the California State Theater Festival. Over 600 hundred schools competed in the State wide event!! Under the direction of Dr. Andrews and our stellar drama students our program continues to excel. Congratulations to all!!! You won't want to miss our next performances with this outstanding students, A Celebration of Hope on February 11 & 12th @ 7:00 pm and our Spring Musical, "Zoot Suit", April 20, 21,22, 2012. Mark your calendars now!!!
Washington Prep High School Moved Off of Public School Choice by Superintendent Deasy
On November 9, 2011, Superintendent Deasy moves Washington off the PSC 3.0 List of Schools pending School Improvement Grant (SIG) approval. Find Press Release here.
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News
George Washington Preparatory High School Music & Performing Arts Magnet and STTAF Presents Our Annual Black History Production: "A Celebration of Hope"Hope Foye “An American Treasure”

Over 100 Community performers and young professionals will present a program of dance, poetry, and classical music to honor Ms. Foye on February 10th and 11th at 7:00 p.m. in the Washington Dream Theatre, located at Washington Preparatory High School. The show will

be performed as a tribute to Hope and her legacy. Directed by award winning director and Broadway veteran, Dr. Melanie Andrews in partnership with Grammy Award winning pianist Anthony Llorens, this Black History event promises to both entertain and inspire! The featured performers include: rising African-American Soprano, Talia Moore; Pop Soloist, Ashley Rae; Tenor, Emiliano Preciado; LAUSD Secondary Arts Coordinator, Dr. Steven McCarthy; Inglewood Org Choir; and Flourish Dance Crew.
What: Annual Black History Production, A Celebration of Hope

Where: Washington Preparatory High School Dream Theatre
When: February 10 & 11 @ 7:00 pm ( February 11 will have special guest artists)
Tickets: $ 7.00 for students, $10. 00 for adults, or two for $7.00 presale from a cast member.
Special group rate: 50 % off for groups of 20 or more!
OUR PRESTIGIOUS DRAMA PROGRAM DOES IT AGAIN AT THE CALIFORNIA THEATRE FESTIVIAL COMPETITION.
Congratulations to Dr. Andrews and our drama students for winning first place in Best Ensemble for "Positive Secrets". This play was performed by our students as part of our Second Annual Fall Repertory Festival, Thought ProvokingTheatre" Our students performed excerpts of this at the festival. Javier Barbosa, won best actor at the California State Theater Festival. Over 600 hundred schools competed in the State wide event!! Under the direction of Dr. Andrews and our stellar drama students our program continues to excel. Congratulations to all!!! You won't want to miss our next performances with this outstanding students, A Celebration of Hope on February 11 & 12th @ 7:00 pm and our Spring Musical, "Zoot Suit", April 20, 21,22, 2012. Mark your calendars now!!!
Washington Preparatory High School Performing Arts Magnet Presents Second Annual Fall Repertory Festival

"Thought Provoking Theater", Positive Secrets, Real Truth About Eve and Adam and Los Vendidos. November 18 & 19th @7:00pm. Tickets are now on sale from a cast member or
Mrs. Augustus See attached flyer for detailed information.
Congratulations to Dr. Melanie Andrews for being awarded the Multicultural Drama Teacher of the Year

She was awarded this honor by the California Association of Theatre at the awards banquet in Monterey, California
HOMECOMING 2011 DANCE at the LONG BEACH PETROLEUM CLUB AND EVENTS ANNOUNCED!
This year's Homecoming Game will be held on October 28, 2011 at South West College at 3:00 pm. Homecoming activities leading up to the game have been planned by Leadership students. Click here to see the attached calendar for scheduled activities and Homecoming Dance address and information. Homecoming Dance " A Night in Black and White" will be held on October 29, 2011 from 7-11 pm. Tickets are now on sale in the student store!
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Athletic News
JV Boys Basketball Win Compton Tourney! Go Generals
Prep is to Unveil Stadium in mid-January!
Generals this is an early special announcement, on January 11, 2012 our boys' soccer team will have their first ever night game on the NEW prep field. This night will also be the unveiling of the recently remodeled stadium, lights, and stands. We will have food trucks and loads of fun. The entire school is invited!

The girls will also have their debut on the field on January 27. Please save the dates.

Hope to see you there!
Boys' and Girls' Soccer Season Begins!
Good Luck to our boys' soccer team as they travel to Roosevelt High School on 12/7, and Los Angeles Jordan High School on 12/8.
Holiday Classic Tourney Results!
Game 1: Washington [44] vs. Crenshaw [39]
Game 2: Washington [50] vs. West Adams [55]
Game 3: Washington [16] vs. L.A. Jordan [62]
Game 4: Washington [47] vs. Dorsey [24]
FCA Gets Invite To Rosebowl Breakfast!
FCA is pleased to announce that four special FCA members will attend this years Rosebowl breakfast in honor of the two rose bowl teams: Oregon University and Wisconsin University. It will be held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. We are thrilled and honored to rep the Prep. Check back for more news on the event!
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Students of the Month
Congratulations to the following students for being selected Student of the Month for March/April 2011 by their Small Learning Communities:
March 2011
Deon McDonald (Freshman Academy), Keion Fields(Freshman Academy), Natasha Reed (STARS), Jagaite Packard (STARS), Sergio Morales (SHAPE), Travis Washington (SHAPE), Santiago Diaz (E-TECH), Jose Sigala (E-TECH), Laterija Jackson (Social Justice), Terrell Morris (Social Justice), and Norman Hardge (Social Justice).
April 2011
Johanna Carbajal (Freshman Academy), Hector Ventura (Freshman Academy), Erica Ponce (STARS), A’Donus Gillett (STARS), Mykea Boyd (SHAPE), Rudy Arce (SHAPE), Abraham Bravo (E-TECH), Rocquese Collins (E-TECH), Raniesha Newell (Social Justice), Kymittee Johnson (Social Justice), and Cecilia Carrillo (E-TECH)
WE ARE PROUD OF YOU!!!
FEBRUARY STUDENTS OF THE MONTH ANNOUNCED!
Congratulations to the following students for being selected Student of the Month for February 2011 by their Small Learning Communities:
Adrian Corona (Freshman Academy), Desirea Rivera (Freshman Academy), Glydas Juarez (STARS), Lashanae McMillan (STARS), Beatriz Ayala (SHAPE), Eva Miranda (SHAPE), Juliana Catalan (E-TECH), Alma Diaz (E-TECH), Jameia Hughes (Social Justice), Jirell Lugo (Social Justice), Alexander Banks (SHAPE) and Joshua Miller (STARS).
WE ARE PROUD OF YOU!!!
JANUARY STUDENTS OF THE MONTH NAMED: View photo's here.

Congratulations to the following students for being selected Student of the Month for January 2011 by their Small Learning Communities:
Jasmine Gamoneda (Freshman Academy), Tyrell Story (Freshman Academy), Edgar Salgado (Freshman Academy), Angela Middlebrook (STARS), Frank Simmons (STARS), Jontae Walchak (STARS), Benjamin Lopez Jr. (SHAPE), Miguel Deniz (SHAPE), Jonathan Lozano (SHAPE), Roxanna Ojeda (E-TECH), Dennise Grimaldo-Mejia (E-TECH), Geornesha Cosey (E-TECH), Starnell Pace (Social Justice), Aaron Gaines (Social Justice), Jennyfer Carrillo (Social Justice).
WE ARE PROUD OF YOU!!!
December Students of the Month announced:
Congratulations to the following students for being selected Student of the Month by their Small Learning Communities for the Month of January, 2011.

Cristian Castro (Freshman Academy), Breiana Henderson (Freshman Academy), Autumn Wright (Freshman Academy), Sunshine DeCosta (STARS), Frank Ray (STARS), Ashley Waller (STARS), Franklin Calderon (Health & Sports), Malia Fine (Health & Sports), Michelle Johnson (Health & Sports), Akerian Harper (E-TECH), Jovante Hollins (E-TECH), Angel Tori Williams E-TECH), Anthony Patterson (Social Justice), Yesenia Reyes (Social Justice), Kathy Serpas (Social Justice).
WE ARE PROUD OF YOU!!!




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Prep n' General Alumni Web Site
WPHS English Department