John Muir HighStudent Guide

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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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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

Student Parking Lot

surface_lot • Limited during school hours

Located on the school campus; permits typically required for student vehicles.

Staff Parking Lot

surface_lot • Reserved for faculty

Strictly for staff use during school hours.

Campus News

Latest updates from John Muir High

John Muir High School Announces Centennial Celebration

The school will celebrate 100 years of excellence on November 1, 2026, with ceremonies honoring distinguished alumni like Jackie Robinson and Octavia Butler.

Sep 2, 2026

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PUSD Welcomes Students Back for 2026-27 School Year

Students at John Muir Early College Magnet received a spirited community welcome from school leaders and alumni on the first day of school.

Aug 18, 2026

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Community Members Plan Welcome-Back Day for Muir Students

Volunteers and city officials gathered to greet students with handshakes and encouragement as part of the annual 'Dena Community Welcome-Back Day.

Aug 14, 2026

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Soil remediation and fire-related contaminant removal projects were conducted at 11 PUSD campuses, including John Muir High, prior to the 2026-27 school year.

Soil remediation and fire-related contaminant removal projects were conducted at 11 PUSD campuses, including John Muir High, prior to the 2026-27 school year.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at John Muir High

Yarn Club - Crocheting and Knitting Social Hour

September 14, 2026

John Muir Branch Library (Nearby)

Join fellow crafters in the first-floor meeting room to exchange ideas and learn new stitches.

Mexican Folk Art: Hojalata Workshop

September 22, 2026

John Muir Branch Library (Nearby)

A creative workshop to make traditional Mexican-inspired art using aluminum foil and markers.

Candy Jewelry Making Workshop

October 7, 2026

John Muir Branch Library (Nearby)

Get into the Halloween spirit by creating sweet and spooky accessories.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

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