Out of District Course Application (Summer School 2026)

The deadline to request approval for a summer school course passed on May 15, 2026.  Please email your child’s counselor with any questions/concerns. 

For students who have been approved to take a summer school course, make sure to enroll directly through the outside organization.  The information below will explain the process of transferring the course/grade over to Peninsula High School.

After Completion of Summer School Courses

• All summer courses must be completed BEFORE the start of the Fall 2026 semester
• After completing the course, you must contact the outside organization to make a request for the official transcript to be sent to our registrar (Daniel Cordova) at [email protected]
• Please note that the official transcript must be emailed directly from the outside organization before classes begin in August
• Students enrolled in Palos Verdes Peninsula Summer School (PVPSS) do not need to request an official transcript, as PVPSS will send the transcript automatically after the course has been completed
• If you do not complete the course, please notify your counselor before classes begin in August

Eligibility & Policies

• Students may take up to 8 semesters (4 yearlong classes) outside of PVPUSD, with no more than 4 semesters (2 yearlong) per academic discipline
• Max of 2 Mathematics semesters (1 yearlong class), and Algebra 1 must be taken through PVPUSD 
• English must be taken through PVPUSD
• Honors and AP courses taken outside the district do not receive a weighted GPA

Request for Placement

The deadline to submit a Request for Placement form passed on May 15, 2026.  Please email your child's counselor with any questions or concerns.  

Important - Recommended Course Sequence: The school’s designated course sequence is carefully designed based on the foundational skills required for student success. Deviating from this sequence is highly discouraged and should only be considered in rare circumstances. Following the recommended prerequisites is the best predictor of student achievement and long-term academic success. Please see the Course Description Handbook to find prerequisites.