Yerba Buena HighStudent Guide

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Student guide · School Year 2026-2027

The semester, explained for Yerba Buena 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
9
Local details
10

Academic calendar

School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 5, 2026 – Jun 4, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

2 entries
  1. School Year 2026-2027Relevant now
  2. School Year 2027-2028

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Campus language

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9 terms

A

ASB
Associated Student Body; the student government organization.
Aztecs
The collective name for the student body, derived from the school mascot.

B

BSU
Black Student Union; a cultural organization for Black students.

C

CSF
California Scholarship Federation; an honor society for high-achieving students.

L

LSU
Latino Student Union; a cultural organization for Latino students.

S

Student Union
The primary indoor area for dining and student gatherings.

T

The Caf
The school cafeteria where lunch is served.

V

VSA
Vietnamese Student Association; a prominent cultural club on campus.

Y

YB
Common shorthand for Yerba Buena High School.

Places and practicalities

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

10 details
Canvas
The Learning Management System (LMS) where teachers post assignments and course materials.
Infinite Campus
The online portal used by students and parents to track grades, attendance, and schedules.
Late Start
A modified schedule, typically on Thursdays, where classes begin later to allow for staff meetings.
Media Center
The school library and computer lab facility.
Student Union
The multi-purpose building used for dining, assemblies, and events.
The Gym
The main athletic facility for physical education and indoor sports.
The Quad
The central outdoor courtyard where students congregate during lunch and breaks.
Tutorial
A designated block of time in the bell schedule for academic support and study hall.
VTA
The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority; the public bus system many students use to commute to campus.
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Yerba Buena High School Cafeteria

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 5, 2026 – Jun 4, 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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Life in San Jose for Yerba Buena High Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in San Jose.

Timezone

Pacific Time (PT)

Median Rent

$2,617

Cost of Living Index

250

Student Population

65,000

City Transportation

Walkability

51

Bikeability

62

Public Transit

VTA light rail, VTA bus network, Caltrain (nearby stations including San Jose Diridon), Amtrak Capitol Corridor and Coast Starlight at Diridon Station

Nearest Airports

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Mediterranean (warm-summer, dry-summer)

Avg Annual Temp

61.5°F

Avg Snowfall

0 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Main Student/Staff Lot

surface_lot • Limited during school hours

Located off Lucretia Ave.

Campus News

Latest updates from Yerba Buena High

Fatal Shooting Investigated Near Yerba Buena High School

San Jose police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred late Tuesday night near McLaughlin Park, just a few blocks north of Yerba Buena High School.

Sep 3, 2026

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ESUHSD Board Holds Public Hearing on 2026-27 Proposed Budget

The Board of Trustees held a public hearing regarding the proposed budget adoption and the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) for the 2026-27 school year.

Jun 1, 2026

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Police activity reported near McLaughlin Park (Clemence Ave and Walnut Woods Court) on Sept 3, 2026, following a fatal shooting.

Police activity reported near McLaughlin Park (Clemence Ave and Walnut Woods Court) on Sept 3, 2026, following a fatal shooting.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Yerba Buena High

Labor Day - No School

September 7, 2026

Yerba Buena High School

School holiday in observance of Labor Day.

Girls JV/Varsity Volleyball vs Independence High School

September 8, 2026

Yerba Buena High School Gym

Home volleyball match against Independence High School. JV at 5:30 PM, Varsity at 7:00 PM.

Girls JV/Varsity Volleyball @ Andrew Hill High School

September 10, 2026

Andrew Hill High School, 3200 Senter Road, San Jose

Away volleyball match at Andrew Hill High School. JV at 5:30 PM, Varsity at 7:00 PM.

12th Grade PEM (Parent Engagement Meeting)

September 13, 2026

Yerba Buena High School

Information session for parents of 12th-grade students.

School Site Council Meeting

September 13, 2026

Yerba Buena High School / Virtual (Zoom)

Monthly meeting of the School Site Council to discuss school plans and budget allocations.

Financial Aid Night (Virtual)

September 20, 2026

Online (Virtual)

A virtual session providing information on financial aid for college-bound students.

Parent Conference Night

September 20, 2026

Yerba Buena High School

Evening dedicated to parent-teacher conferences.

Fall Break - No School

September 27, 2026

Yerba Buena High School

Start of the Fall Break period for students and staff.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

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