Aside from the required subjects needed to graduate, AVCS also offers several levels on computer classes, art appreciation, creative writing, music appreciation, theater arts and weight training. All AVCS courses are certified by the University of California. Classes in Art Appreciation, Sculpture, Drawing and Painting is offered for the artistic student. If the student majors in music, a choice of voice lessons, small ensemble and choir are offered. The student may also major in individual instrument or pep band.
Students compete at a number of musical competitive performances during the school year.
The pep band also performs at home football games and pep rallies at school before the games. Students majoring in the Dramatic Arts will learn the dynamics of plays both on stage and behind the scenes in productions performed by the Theater Arts class. Drama majors will have an opportunity to perform on several occasions during the school year. There are two large dramatic productions during the year, one in winter and one in the spring. Academic courses are available for the student to take to advance their knowledge or prepare them for the following school year.