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What do you need to know about SOCSA?

  • You will want to read the 2008-2009 SOCSA Academy Handbook (PDF).

  • You must be enrolled as a student at Dana Hills High School.

  • You must audition to become a SOCSA student. Visual arts students must submit a portfolio of work.

  • You will have several arts classes each day, in addition to your regular academic schedule.

  • You can still take AP and College Prep classes while in the SOCSA program.

  • You must maintain an overall grade point average of 2.5, and a 3.0 GPA in your SOCSA major area of study.

  • Some of the performing arts classes meet after school, and are dismissed at 5:00 pm.

  • Through the SOCSA Visual and Performing Arts program you will have many opportunities to perform and/or demonstrate your talents.

  • We suggest that all incoming Freshmen SOCSA students take Summer School, in order to create space in your DHHS and SOCSA schedule during the regular school year.

  • You and your parents will be asked to participate in three SOCSA Foundation fundraisers each year, as part of your commitment to the SOCSA program. These include:

    SOCSA Foundation Membership: $400.00 per year, per major (please refer to the 2008-2009 SOCSA Academy Handbook (PDF) for more details
    SOCSA Spring Fundraiser: All students are asked to raise at least $100.00
    SOCSA Showcase 2008, An Artistic Celebration: Gala, Performance and Art Exhibition