International Polytechnic High

International Polytechnic High School (iPoly) is a unique, project-based laboratory school located on the campus of California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. Operated through a partnership between the Los Angeles County Office of Education and Cal Poly Pomona, the school offers an innovative educational environment that bridges the gap between secondary education and university-level learning. The curriculum is centered on collaborative, interdisciplinary projects, which are designed to foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and professional soft skills, preparing students for the rigors of higher education and the modern workforce.

Because of its physical location on a university campus, iPoly students benefit from a "college-going" culture, often having access to university resources and a high degree of exposure to academic research and technology. The school maintains a diverse and tight-knit community, emphasizing the "Polytechnic" philosophy—learning by doing. By focusing on real-world applications of academic content and requiring students to present their work to public audiences, iPoly cultivates a learning experience that is significantly more immersive and practical than that of a traditional high school.