Students mature and grow into capable and responsible young adults, able to succeed in college and beyond. The academic program builds in students a fundamental body of knowledge, refines their aptitude for critical thinking and fosters their capacity to exercise clear, moral judgment. With classes of 10 to 20 students, teachers work closely with students both in and out of class, helping them to reach their fullest potential and creating a stimulating environment in which to learn. Students have the necessary guidance and support to take risks and to assume intellectual challenges. The core curriculum consists of English, mathematics, social studies, science, and foreign languages, providing students with the necessary breadth and depth in their preparation for college.
Students choose electives which match their unique interests and abilities.
They include poetry, oceanography, environmental science, Asian history, computer science, comparative governments, international relations, psychology, economics, and speech. Arts electives include instrumental music, chorus, music theory, music history, photography, ceramics, filmmaking, video, and drama. In recent years students have won local and national awards for their films, videos, and artwork. Seven honors and 18 Advanced Placement courses challenge students who can work at an accelerated pace. The scores of Viewpoint's students have been among the best in the nation on these highly competitive, national exams.