More About Us
At NOVA Academy, we provide students from all backgrounds and walks of life with a nurturing yet academically rigorous environment and skills to succeed in the future. Our dedication to personalized support, college readiness, and career planning includes the opportunity to take high school and college classes at the same time—for FREE.
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See our faculty in action, peek into our classrooms, and learn more about what makes NOVA Academy different from other schools!
Student Benefits
NOVA Academy provides a dynamic, well-rounded high school experience that features distinctive advantages for students grades 9-12:
Academic Excellence
Recognized as a California Distinguished School and a Best High School nationally
Personal Approach
Every student is known by name and supported individually
Early College
100+ different college classes taken annually—for FREE
Family Environment
Caring, welcoming community where all students can thrive
Career Preparation
Choosing college courses helps students explore career pathways
Future Ready
Students are equipped for success in college, career, and life
Student Experience
Hear what students, parents, and alumni have to say about their experience at NOVA Academy.
The help NOVA Academy gave me was excellent, especially with my son who has autism. They met with me periodically and were able to develop plans that helped my son be successful after high school.
NOVA Academy equipped me with the opportunities and resources crucial for a smoother transition from high school to college. I am grateful to NOVA, crediting them to this day, for shaping the student I've become.
My experience here has been amazing as the atmosphere is always lively. I got the chance to start my own Chess Club within the campus while actively participating in other clubs.
One of the things I like most about NOVA is that the teachers really take care of knowing what the students' goals are and helping them achieve them, and if they have any kind of problems, they give them the necessary support.
I was welcomed into NOVA Academy with open arms and I just hope that after I graduate and am in college, the school never changes. This school and all the friends and teachers I’ve met here will always be in my heart, memories, and mind.
The Early College program helped me discover my career interest at an early age through dual enrollment. I now attend UCI where I currently major in Biological Sciences, debt-free!
The relationships I've built with the teachers and classmates have been unforgettable. I am proudly a part of the Mariachi program. I expected to learn guitar after high school, but NOVA introduced an amazing music program and helped us learn it.
Our senior will graduate with an associate degree in addition to her high school diploma. NOVA Academy truly offers the best of both worlds - a private-level education alongside the affordability of a public institution.
I love this school, especially the support from my teachers and friends. Everyone is so helpful and supportive and this school provides lots of opportunities for education and learning.
I have made many friends, learned so much, and made great memories. The environment is just right; it is a good size campus which allows for participating in sports and clubs, making the experience absolutely wonderful.
Upcoming Events
Connect with NOVA Academy all year long through events designed for current and prospective students and families. Join us!
In addition to report cards, teachers provide two progress reports each semester for students at all grade levels, which are mailed home.
Students celebrate the spring season with games, food, and fun!
Shadow Day Opportunity:
Prospective and newly enrolled students for the 2026-2027 school year are invited to experience high school at NOVA Academy during our Shadow Day on Friday, April 3, from 8:00 AM-1:50 PM. Participants will be paired with a student NOVA Ambassador for this unique opportunity to visit the campus during school hours, attend classes (including Family class), and participate in fun activities and games during our annual, highly-anticipated ASB-led event, Spring Fiesta. Click to RSVP!
¡Los estudiantes celebran la temporada de primavera con juegos, comida y diversión!
Oportunidad del Día de la Sombra:
Los estudiantes futuros y recién matriculados para el año escolar 2026-2027 están invitados a experimentar la escuela secundaria en NOVA Academy durante nuestro Día de Sombra el viernes 3 de abril, de 8:00 AM-1:50 PM. Los participantes serán emparejados con un estudiante embajador de NOVA para esta oportunidad única de visitar el campus durante el horario escolar, asistir a clases (incluyendo la clase de Familia) y participar en actividades y juegos divertidos durante nuestro muy esperado evento anual dirigido por ASB, Fiesta de Primavera. ¡Haga clic para confirmar su asistencia!
