Our Mission

El Modena HS provides programs for youth in music and performance training. The Instrumental Music Program  creates performing arts experiences that inspire, educate, and promote excellence as we enrich the lives of young people, and those who encounter their art.

Vision

A Vanguard Community enriched by a spectrum of programming, ranging from a student’s first experience with the performing arts to our renowned Vanguard marching band. Leadership, integrity, personal, character and social development skills are emphasized through the challenge, excitement, and self-discipline presented through performance, competition, and pursuit of excellence.

VALUES

EXCELLENCE

We pursue excellence in everything we do, knowing that throught that pursuit we learn the focus, resilience, and determination required to succeed at every level.

CREATIVITY

We value innovation, originality, and new ideas as we create cutting edge art that inspires awe, passion, and joy.

INCLUSIVITY

We continuously strive to create a diverse, equitable artistic space that celebrates individual expression while fostering a safe environment.

INTEGRITY

Responsibility, trustworthiness, and fairness are vital in all things - to our young people, amongst our staff, and in the creation of our art.

COLLABORATION

The achievement of creative, educational, and moral excellence is only possible when we all work together - from field to office to stands - to create a better, more cohesive VANGUARD community.

PARTICIPANT SAFETY IS AT THE HEART OF WHAT WE DO

Through partners with the best health & wellness organizations & industry-standard systems in place, we work diligently to ensure a safe and healthy environment for our community.

A VISION OUTLINED BY OUR ACTIONS & OUR STRATEGIC PLAN

We aim to plan at El Modena. Currently, you’ll see our mission come alive in the programming we operate, and in the goals we achieve as outlined in our Handbook.

WORLD-CLASS EDUCATIONAL EVENTS

Whether it’s hosting the annual CSBC Division Championships, participating in the annual City of Orange May Parade, or hosting our summer music camps - our goal is to bring the Vanguard Experience to more than just the El Modena community.