Shery (Kurt T.) High (Continuation) First Day of School

The first day at Shery (Kurt T.) High (Continuation) is typically focused on introductions, expectations, and getting students settled into the school year. Teachers use the time to review classroom routines before academic work begins in earnest.

Over the last 3 years, conditions on the first day of school have varied: in 2025 it was overcast with a high of 83°F and low of 63°F; in 2024 it was mainly clear with a high of 84°F and low of 61°F; and in 2023 there was rain with a high of 76°F and low of 68°F (1.70 of rain). Late August weather in this area can range from overcast marine layer mornings to warm, sunny afternoons, so it's worth checking the forecast the week before.

On August 20, sunrise is at 6:17 AM and sunset is at 7:35 PM. With school typically running from around 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, students will have full daylight for the entire school day - the sun is well up before the morning bell and stays light well past dismissal. Along the South Bay coast, a morning marine layer is common in late August but typically burns off by mid-morning.

Shery (Kurt T.) High (Continuation) is located at 2600 Vine St., Torrance, CA 90501. It is part of Torrance Unified.

Shery (Kurt T.) High (Continuation) serves students in 9th grade through 12th grade.

Shery (Kurt T.) High (Continuation) has approximately 100 students.

Shery (Kurt T.) High (Continuation) is part of Torrance Unified, which serves Torrance and the surrounding area.