Polytechnic HighStudent Guide

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Student guide · Polytechnic High School Academic Year 2026-2027

The semester, explained for Polytechnic 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
Polytechnic High School Academic Year 2026-2027
Campus terms
9
Local details
10

Academic calendar

Polytechnic High School Academic Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 10, 2026 – May 27, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

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  1. Polytechnic High School Academic Year 2026-2027Relevant now
  2. Polytechnic High School Academic Year 2027-2028

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Campus language

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9 terms

A

ASB
Associated Student Body, the student government responsible for campus events and clubs.

B

BEACH
The BEACH program, focusing on health and medical sciences curriculum.

C

CIC
Center for International Curriculum, a magnet program focused on global citizenship and international relations.

J

Jackrabbit
The official school mascot, used as a demonym for any student or athlete.

M

METS
Math, Engineering, Technology, and Science, a specialized academic pathway.

N

Nutrition
The designated morning break between second and third period where students eat snacks.

P

Poly Pride
A term describing the school's culture of tradition, excellence, and community spirit.

T

The Caf
The central cafeteria where school-provided breakfast and lunch are served.
The Rabbit
A shorthand reference to the school mascot or the school itself in a sports context.

Places and practicalities

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

10 details
100 Building
The historic main administration building that also houses various classrooms.
400 Building
The campus wing primarily dedicated to mathematics and science departments.
800 Building
The newer, multi-story classroom building located on the north end of the campus.
Jackrabbit Stadium
The on-campus athletic facility used for football, track, and field events.
Late Start
The Monday bell schedule where classes begin later than usual to allow for staff professional development.
Off-Campus
A privilege reserved for seniors allowing them to leave the school grounds during the lunch period.
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Poly Cafeteria
TAP Card
The transit pass provided to students for commuting via Long Beach Transit buses.
The Quad
The central outdoor courtyard where students congregate during Nutrition and lunch.
V-Lot
The visitor and staff parking lot often used as a landmark for student pick-up and drop-off.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Polytechnic High School Academic Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 10, 2026 – May 27, 2027.
How much campus context is included?
9 approved campus terms and 10 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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  • Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
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Life in Riverside for Polytechnic High Students

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

Timezone

Pacific Time (PT)

Median Rent

$2,200

Cost of Living Index

125

Student Population

50,000

City Transportation

Walkability

45

Bikeability

50

Public Transit

Riverside Transit Agency bus network, Metrolink commuter rail (Riverside-Downtown and Riverside-La Sierra stations)

Nearest Airports

Riverside Municipal Airport, San Bernardino International Airport, Ontario International Airport (regional access)

Climate Averages

Climate

Hot-summer Mediterranean

Avg Annual Temp

64°F

Avg Snowfall

0 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Sharp Ave Lot

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Designated for student parking.

Arleta Ave Lot (North)

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Open for visitor parking during the day.

Campus News

Latest updates from Polytechnic High

Eight RUSD High Schools Earn U.S. News Recognition

Eight Riverside Unified School District high schools, including Polytechnic High, earned recognition in U.S. News & World Report's 2026-27 Best High Schools rankings.

Aug 25, 2026

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New Student Board Members Take Oath of Office

Three Student Board Members for the 2026-27 school year officially took the Oath of Office at the RUSD Board of Education meeting.

Aug 27, 2026

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Shooting Incident in School Parking Lot

A shooting and vehicle collision occurred in the school parking lot early Sunday morning; police confirmed no students or staff were involved as the incident took place outside of school hours.

Jul 5, 2026

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Police investigation into a shooting and collision in the school parking lot on July 5, 2026. No students or staff were involved.

Police investigation into a shooting and collision in the school parking lot on July 5, 2026. No students or staff were involved.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Polytechnic High

Poly vs. Redlands East Valley (Football)

September 4, 2026

Ben Hammerschmidt Field

The 2026 California high school football season continues with a matchup between Poly and Redlands East Valley.

Varsity vs. MLK (Band & Football)

September 11, 2026

Riverside City College, Wheelock Stadium

Riverside Poly Varsity football game and marching band performance against Martin Luther King Jr. High School.

Board of Education Meeting

September 17, 2026

6735 Magnolia Ave. Riverside, CA

Regularly scheduled meeting of the Riverside Unified School District Board of Education.

Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee Meeting

September 22, 2026

Abraham Lincoln High School, 4341 Victoria Ave. Riverside, CA

Meeting of the committee responsible for overseeing district bond expenditures.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Polytechnic High

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

17 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Barton Hall

Beman and Brinsmade (RAHP B)

Blitman Residence Commons

Bray Hall

Burdett Avenue Residence Hall (BARH)

Cary Hall

Colvin and Albright (RAHP A)

Crockett Hall

Davison/Nugent Hall

E-Complex

Nason Hall

North Hall

Polytechnic Apartments

Room types: single

Quadrangle (Quad)

Sharp Hall

Stacwyck Apartments

Warren Hall

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Unknown

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