What we believe

Since the 2015-2016 school year, Faculty, staff, and administration have collaborated to create a mission, vision, and set of core values that has the systemic support and reflects the attitudes and vision for 21st Century Learning. In Fall 2016, after much discussion, it was decided that Covina High would represent itself by:

“Every Student, Every Day”

Covina High School Vision:

Covina High School is a community inspiring passionate, innovative, and life-long learners.

Schoolwide Learner Outcomes (CHS Core Values):

Compassion, Creativity, Determination, Integrity, Responsibility, Teamwork

Students demonstrate Compassion by:

• Appreciating diversity in class by demonstrating tolerance and an open mind
• Learning and understanding different worldviews and cultures
• Being self-aware and demonstrating behavior that is respectful

Students who demonstrate Creativity by:

• Solving problems in innovative ways
• Showing their creativity through various projects and presentations
• Performing in various art programs such as band, drama, choir, writing, art, engineering, etc

Students who demonstrate Determination by:

• Persevering through failures and struggles
• Completing rigorous high school curriculum successfully
• Showing resilience in extracurricular activities

Students who demonstrate Integrity by:

• Accepting responsibility for their actions
• Being honest about their learning needs, behavior, and performance with staff

Students who demonstrate Responsibility by:

• Completing goals and responsibilities they set out for themselves
• Being earnest in the work they complete and honest about their motivations and ability

Students who demonstrate Teamwork by:

• Working together towards common goals related to classwork and school activities
• Working together in diverse student groups