John Muir HighStudent Guide

Academic dates, campus language, housing, and student-life references for John Muir High. Core organization is free for students.

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Student guide · School Year 2026-2027

The semester, explained for John Muir High

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
School Year 2026-2027
Campus terms
8
Local details
7

Academic calendar

School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 17, 2026 – Jun 10, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

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Campus language

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8 terms

A

A&E
Arts, Entertainment, and Media Academy, a specialized career pathway for creative students.
ASB
Associated Student Body, the student government organization responsible for campus events and clubs.

B

BIT
Business and Entrepreneurship Academy, one of the school's specialized career pathways.

M

Muirite
A term used to describe a student or graduate of John Muir High School.

N

Nutrition
The designated 15-minute morning break between 2nd and 3rd period where students can get breakfast or snacks from the cafeteria.

P

PSE
Public Service Academy, a career pathway focused on law, government, and social services.
PTSA
Parent Teacher Student Association, the collaborative organization for school support.

T

The Ranch
A common nickname for the John Muir High School campus, often used in sports and alumni contexts.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

7 details
Aeries
The online portal used by students and parents to track grades, attendance, and official records.
Canvas
The learning management system where teachers post assignments, syllabi, and digital course materials.
john_muir_high_school_cafeteria
John Muir High School Cafeteria
Late Start
The modified schedule on Mondays where classes begin later than the standard Tuesday-Friday start time.
Mustang Morning
The school's regular video announcement program that provides updates on campus news and events.
The Auditorium
The historic main performance hall on campus, known for its architecture and school assemblies.
The Mustang
The school's athletic stadium and field, often used for football games and track meets.

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What academic term is relevant now?
School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 17, 2026 – Jun 10, 2027.
How much campus context is included?
8 approved campus terms and 7 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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  • Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
  • Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
  • Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
  • Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
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Life in Pasadena for John Muir High Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Pasadena.

Timezone

Pacific Time (PT)

Median Rent

$2,500

Cost of Living Index

170

Student Population

30,000

City Transportation

Walkability

67

Bikeability

64

Public Transit

Los Angeles Metro A Line (light rail), Pasadena Transit bus system, Los Angeles Metro bus services, Foothill Transit regional buses

Nearest Airports

Hollywood Burbank Airport, Los Angeles International Airport, Ontario International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Hot-summer Mediterranean

Avg Annual Temp

64°F

Avg Snowfall

0 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Lot W

surface_lot • Limited

Designated for student parking.

Lot C

surface_lot • Moderate

Designated for faculty and visitor parking.

Campus News

Latest updates from John Muir High

Modernization of Gym and Aquatics Complex Begins

PUSD announced the construction phase for a new 40-meter pool and modernized gyms. The project includes the removal of trees within the construction footprint to improve accessibility and student safety.

Oct 4, 2026

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PUSD Welcomes Students Back for 2026-27 School Year

John Muir Early College Magnet High School held a spirited community welcome for students on the first day of the new academic year.

Aug 17, 2026

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Muir Annual Fund Supports Families Impacted by Fire

The Muir Annual Fund was established to directly assist families impacted by the Eaton Fire, with survivors gathering at the high school to coordinate recovery efforts.

Jan 8, 2026

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Speak Up for Safety tip line available for students to report safety threats anonymously.

Speak Up for Safety tip line available for students to report safety threats anonymously.

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Tree felling and soil remediation activities ongoing near gym area; trespassing in restricted zones prohibited.

Tree felling and soil remediation activities ongoing near gym area; trespassing in restricted zones prohibited.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at John Muir High

Albert Show

October 10, 2026

John Muir High School

Campus event occurring all day.

Latino Heritage Parade

October 10, 2026

Pasadena, CA

John Muir community participation in the 28th Annual Latino Heritage Parade and Festival.

XC @ Rose City Inv. (Hahamonga)

October 10, 2026

Hahamongna Watershed Park

Cross country meet for John Muir students.

Senior College and Career Day

October 12, 2026

John Muir High School

All day event focused on post-secondary preparation for seniors.

John Muir High School Centennial Celebration

November 1, 2026

Rufus Mead Auditorium - John Muir High School

A celebration of 100 years of John Muir High School, including information on the Muir Centennial Legacy Fund.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

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