Whether living in the U.S. or Korea, discussions about which school district is good or which high school sends students to college well always catch our attention.

If you have a child about to enter high school in Rancho Cucamonga, there is one prestigious public high school that comes to mind first.

That would be Los Osos High School. The name of the school district is 'Chaffey Joint Union High School District (CJUHSD)', and within this district, it is recognized as one of the top schools for its high academic standards.

The name 'Los Osos' means 'the bears' in Spanish. Perhaps that's why the school's sports team mascot is the sturdy 'Grizzly Bears.'

It is a high school that serves grades 9 through 12, with a total enrollment of over 2,000 students, making it quite a large public high school.

With so many students, the school is lively, and this leads to a wide variety of programs being offered.

The main reason Korean parents highly value this school is undoubtedly its strong academic curriculum.

Numerous AP (Advanced Placement) courses offered: There are many AP courses available that can earn college credit. If your child is ambitious, they can experience college-level courses while preparing for college admissions during high school.

Strengthened STEM programs: Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics are all the rage these days. This school has developed a well-structured curriculum to enhance STEM subjects, giving wings to students aspiring to pursue careers in these fields.

However, it's not a bleak school where students only sit at desks and study all day.

In this area, Los Osos has a strong reputation in sports as well.

Various sports teams, including soccer, baseball, basketball, and track and field, are active, and when they compete in local leagues, they often achieve top rankings, which brings great pride to the school.

Here's a little tip!

If the house you have your eye on is not in the Los Osos assignment area, there's no need to be too disappointed. The Chaffey Joint Union High School District (CJUHSD) operates a system for intra-district transfers, allowing students to apply to transfer to other schools within the district.

This system allows for applications to transfer to a different school within the district, not just the assigned school.

However, this is not guaranteed, and whether it is allowed depends on how many spots are available at Los Osos that year and the school's policies.

If you want to take advantage of this system, it's best to call or visit the district office to inquire about the current situation.

When attending meetings of local Korean parents, discussions about this school frequently come up. Parents actively share information about which teachers are passionate and effective, and what new AP courses have been added this year. This indicates a high level of interest in the school and a strong atmosphere of dedication to children's education rather than just competitive parenting.

With excellent academic performance and a good balance of physical education and arts, it is undoubtedly a wonderful high school that makes raising children in Rancho Cucamonga rewarding.

I hope this serves as a good reference when planning your child's academic path!