Onward 2 High School is the premier middle school to high school bridge program in the heart of Los Angeles. O2HS was designed to support a successful transition through middle school to high school with special focus on academics, interest exploration, and social success through partner schools and summer institute programming. We are dedicated to giving middle school students from schools within the ADLA, charter, and public schools the direction they need to achieve academic excellence and college readiness as they enter high school.
The program is an intiative of The Smet Foundation, learn more about them here.
PROGRAM COMPONENTS
Student Success
High School & Elementary School Alignment
summer EnrichmentOur Mission01
Attract, enroll, and prepare bold, goal-oriented middle school students with strong academic records to make a smooth transition to high school and pursue educational pathways during the critical teen years
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Close the educational gap between the academic and interpersonal skills our students have developed in their K-6 experiences and the skills required to persist towards high school graduation and beyond
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Foster an environment that equips students with confidence and a growth mindset to reach their greatest potential
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Create spaces for students to explore their strengths and interests in connection with future high school, higher education, and professional opportunities
program at a glance6
High Schools12
elementary Schools6
summer institutesMeet the TeamThis section is under construction for the 2025-2026 school year. Please check back for updates on our new directors!