Royal High School
School of Choice Months- We are the Highlanders
Principal Welcome
At Royal High School, we are proud to welcome you to a community where academic excellence, student achievement, and school pride come together. Our mission is to prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and character needed to become successful, productive members of society. Through strong partnerships among students, staff, families, and the community, we are committed to providing an exceptional high school experience where every Highlander is encouraged to reach their fullest potential.
Royal High School is a place where students can discover their passions, challenge themselves, and find their place. With strong academic performance, a graduation rate above 95%, and continued growth on the California School Dashboard, we take pride in our commitment to student success. Our wide range of academic programs, career pathways, athletics, arts, and extracurricular activities provides opportunities for every student to thrive.
Whether you are joining us for the first time or are already part of our Highlander family, we look forward to partnering with you to make these high school years meaningful, memorable, and successful.
Welcome to Royal High School. Welcome to the Kingdom. Go Highlanders!
What does Royal High School Offer?
Royal High School has a number of courses to offer our 9th thru 12th grade students:
-IB Diploma Candidacy- Students have the opportunity to receive an IB diploma or simply take certain International Baccalaureate Program, this can include IB English, IB Spanish, IB Psychology, IB Sports Medicine to name a few. Royal offers a number of other IB courses for students interested in the IB Diploma
-AP Courses- Royal offers a number of AP Courses for students to take. The listings are below
Social Studies: AP Government, AP Human Geography, AP US History, AP World History
English: AP English Language, AP English Literature,
Math: AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Statistics
Science: AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Physics
Foreign Language: AP French, AP Spanish Language, AP Spanish Literature
Visual & Performing Arts: AP Drawing and Painting, AP Studio Art
Electives: AP Computer Science, AP Computer Science Principles, AP Economics, AP Psychology
CTE Pathways Offered:
Food Service and Hospitality- Courses Offered:
Foods and Nutrition
ROP Food Service and Hospitality
ROP Food Service and Hospitality Honors
Internship Offered at an in school Cafe for our students to learn and grow.
Food Service and Hospitality Website
Education- Child Development- Courses Offered
Academic Leadership
Teachers of Tomorrow- Internship
Cabinetry, Millwork, & Woodworking- Building and Construction Trades- Courses Offered
Wood Design 1 and 2
Furniture/ Cabinet Construction
Woodshop Manager
Public Services- AFJROTC and Homeland Security- Courses Offered
AFJROTC 100-400
Patient Care- Sports Medicine- Courses Offered
IB Sports Medicine
CTE Anatomy & Physiology Honors
Sports Medicine 1- Internship
Sports Medicine 2- Internship
Video Production- Production and Managerial Arts- Courses Offered
Video Production
IB Film
Broadcasting
ROP Digital Video Honors
Design, Visual, Media Arts- Courses Offered
Web Design
ROP Digital Media Arts Honors
Theater Arts- Performing Arts- Courses Offered
Theatre Arts I
ROP Musical Theater A/B
ROP Musical Theater Honors
Software & Systems Development- Information & Communication Tech- Courses Offered
Algebra 1- Computer Programming
Geometry & Computer Visualizations
AP Computer Science Principles
AP Computer Science
Software & Systems Development Website
Commercial Art
Commercial ceramics
Commercial ceramics honors
Take a Tour and Learn More
We are happy to welcome families for tours of our school. The tour takes about an hour to complete and we leave time at the end for Questions and Answers. Please check in with the front office staff. We will begin at 9:00 a.m.
Tour Dates:
Wednesday, December 2
Friday, December 4
Wednesday, December 9
Friday, December 11
Wednesday, January 13, 2027
Friday, January 15, 2027
Wednesday, January 20, 2027
Friday, January 22, 2027
Wednesday, January 27, 2027
Friday, January 29, 2027
**If none of these days work, please feel free to contact Mrs. Hoffman- Jordan.hoffman@simivalleyusd.org
Evening of Excellence
Please join us on January 13, 2027 for Royal's Evening of Excellence. Evening of excellence is an opportunity for our current and potential Highlanders to explore the options available at Royal in the 4 A's, Academics, Arts, Athletics, and Activities. Featured this evening will be model academic programs such as Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate, exciting pathways such as the Nationally recognized Culinary Arts and Hospitality Pathway, and National Distinguished Junior ROTC unit, Championship Athletic Programs, performances from award winning Drama, Instrumental Music and Vocal music programs, and much more.
School of Choice- Here is How it Works!
- Take a tour (not required).
- Attend the Royal High School Evening Of Excellence/ Open House on January 13th.
- Complete the School of Choice Application on our website. This is due by February 28th.
- Families will be notified by March 3rd of their acceptance.
- Families will need to attend a registration night in April, dates to follow later, to help with the registration process for RHS.
- For students not currently in a SVUSD school, click here to learn more about steps to complete.
Athletics
High school sports teams at Royal High School, a proud member of the CIF Southern Section, encompass 23 athletic programs, making them an integral and invaluable part of the Royal High School experience. Recent CIF championships include Boys Volleyball and Baseball, with many other sports making it to playoffs like Boys Water Polo, both Lacrosse teams, and many more. These teams not only foster physical fitness but also instill critical life skills, offering students the chance to cultivate teamwork, discipline, and determination while forming lasting friendships. From Friday night football games that unite the community to the camaraderie forged on the basketball court or baseball field, high school sports at Royal High School instill a sense of pride and school spirit that transcends the classroom. They teach students to overcome adversity, celebrate victories, and develop a strong work ethic, preparing them for the challenges they'll face in the future. Athletic programs are a fundamental component of a well-rounded education, contributing to character development and unforgettable memories.
Dual Enrollment- College Credit Opportunities
Dual Enrollment is an outstanding opportunity for current high school students to take college courses and achieve dual credit. RHS has a working partnership with Moorpark College providing more and more opportunities for our students to take these courses on either Royal High School's campus after regular school hours or at the college campus.
Student Clubs
Royal works hard to connect with our students and one of the best ways is through our clubs. Our students have a number of clubs available to them during the school day and after school. Click on the link below to learn more about our clubs for the 2025-2026 school year.