Robert A. Millikan High School
2800 Snowden Avenue Long Beach, CA 90815
Phone: (562) 425-7441 • Fax: (562) 425-1151
http://www.lbschools.net/millikan
Millikan High School (located near El Dorado Park) is a multicultural school whose members
celebrate our school’s rich diversity. We are proud of the fact that our school truly reflects our city’s
demographics. Well-known throughout the community for high standards and achievement in
academics, Millikan is equally proud of its extra-curricular activities program. The athletic, visual and
performing arts programs, as well as school interest clubs, provide opportunities for our students to
have a well-rounded educational experience. All incoming students select academies (smaller learning
communities) to belong to based on their educational interests and choose to wear a uniform.
According to representatives from West Ed, we are considered a model in the state for the
implementation of Smaller Learning Communities, creating a safe haven and sense of belonging for all
students. Students and parents feel a sense of academic challenge, confidence, and security at Millikan.
Smaller Learning Communities
(Students must apply on High School Choice Application)
Placement in these programs is done after acceptance into school is verified.
The Global Technology Academy is a four-year college preparatory program emphasizing computer
applications and technology that prepare the student for post-secondary and/or workplace skills. It
engages the students in the use of technology as a tool to research, develop, organize and present
information. This program lays the foundation for students to participate comfortably in an
increasingly technological society.
Contact: Chuck Johnson 425-7441 ext. 4462
The Millikan Business Academy (MBA) is a smaller learning community that promotes essential life
skills and college preparedness with a particular emphasis on entrepreneurship, marketing, enterprise,
and financial independence. Students will learn sound business practices and principles and develop
and compile professional portfolios, gain essential technology skills, gain awareness of benefits of
volunteerism. Business insight will be gained through Sean Covey's 7 Habits of Highly Effective
Teens training. As a capstone to the MBA curriculum, seniors will enroll in the Virtual Enterprise
class, gaining experience by running a virtual business. Students will leave the Academy with skills
and a personal vision of how to bring their career and personal goals to fruition as civic-minded and
ethical participants in today's changing society.
Contact: John Jacobson, 425-7441 ext. 4442
STELLAR (Scholastic Teams of English-Language Learners for Academic Rigor) is a small
learning community for students whose native language is other than English. The focus is on
developing English language skills in the areas of listening, speaking reading, and writing for English
Learners at EL Levels 1, 2, 3 and 4 in a smaller learning community environment. After acquiring
English proficiency, students transition to other Millikan academies.
Contact: Tylene Quizon, 425-7441 ext. 4279
GREEN Academy
The GREEN (Generating Respect for the Earth, Environment, and Nature) Academy is focused
on a knowledge of and interest in the environment. Through its environmental theme, this academy
prepares students to understand the issues facing our planet. Academy students will be eligible for
university admission with all required courses for college (CSU/UC a-g admission requirements) and
have access to accelerated, honors, and AP classes in all subjects. The GREEN Academy is designed
to meet the needs of motivated students who are interested in the environment and looking for
challenges, encouragement, and support from caring teachers. If you care about our planet and want to
make a difference, the GREEN Academy is the place for you.
Contact: Fiona Lewis Mackert 425-7441 ext. 4426
SECONDARY SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS
(Students must apply on High School Choice Application)
QUEST (Questioning, Understanding, Engaging, and Success through Technology) is an
established GATE community of highly-motivated and talented students. The rigorous
curriculum includes Accelerated, Honors, and five required Advanced Placement (AP) courses.
The mission of QUEST is to offer a course of study which engages, motivates, and prepares
students for the competitive admissions standards of the UC system and top universities. QUEST
students also participate in extra and co-curricular activities such as sports, the arts, and student
government. Unique opportunities include interdisciplinary field trips/college tours and a Senior
Project class. QUEST graduates are accepted to universities such as Cornell, Duke, Stanford,
West Point, Berkeley, UCLA and other UC schools. Admission recommendations include a GPA
of 3.3 and a B or better in Algebra 1.
Contact: Shawn Abbate, 425-7441 ext. 4448
PEACE (Personal success through Empowerment, Academic achievement, Conflict
resolution, and Ethics in action) Academy engages college-bound leaders in hands-on, real
world experiences such as: simulations and games (Contemporary World Project through the
University of the Pacific and International Negotiations through Whittier College), service
learning, field trips, student government, and debates. PEACE builds your academic capacity
through negotiation, critical thinking, and academically rigorous course work. The role of the
PEACE Academy is to prepare you for life after high school, to create an environment that allows
you to grow as a person, and an opportunity to give to your community in significant ways. If you
want to make a real contribution to the world and be surrounded by people just as enthusiastic and
committed as you are, the PEACE Academy is the place you want to be. An academic GPA of
2.75-3.3 or higher, as well as a C or better in pre-Algebra are recommended.
Contact: Leslie Gombrich, 425-7441 ext. 4246
COMPASS (Community of Musicians, Performers, Artists, and Social Scientists) is a small
learning community designed to prepare students for college by engaging them in a program that
integrates core curriculum with the social sciences and encourages an appreciation of the Arts.
The program places an emphasis on standards-based instruction while helping students to connect
learning with real world situations. COMPASS students show their commitment to the arts by
supporting the visual and performing arts programs on Millikan's campus and taking part in artsbased community service. An academic GPA of 2.25-2.75 or higher and a strong commitment to
the arts are recommended.
Contact: Mary Massich 425-7441 ext. 4548
Special Support Program
Special Support Programs are NOT smaller learning communities, but act as additional support to supplement a student’s
rigorous course of study at Millikan High School.
AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) Are you a self-motivated student? Is college in your future? You might
consider Millikan’s National Demonstration School AVID program in addition to your smaller learning community. AVID is a
four-year elective class that focuses on many activities, such as college and cultural field trips, team building, group discussions and
debates, and SAT preparation projects. (2.4+ GPA required)
Contact: Tiffany Alexander 425-7441 ext. 4224
IACCELL (International Accelerated Core Curriculum and Enhanced Language Learning) is the accelerated support that
promotes continued education beyond high school. Goals include:
 Comprehensive academic support in 9th grade for Level 4 and 7 ELL students
 Literature and communication elective (9th grade)
 Supports transition into rigorous high school academic programs
 Support student reclassification as Fluent-English Proficient (FEP)