Principal's Welcome

Welcome to Lodi High School!

I’m excited to begin my 24th year as an educator in the School District of Lodi and my 11th year at the high school. Starting as principal in 2020, during one of the most difficult times for our staff, students, and families, only reinforced my appreciation for our school community. Lodi High School is a place where staff sincerely care about students, parents make education a priority, and students continually impress us with their many accomplishments. Time and again, our students and staff demonstrate why Lodi High School is such a great place to be.

I’d like to formally welcome our incoming freshmen, the graduating Class of 2030, and their parents. I look forward to beginning a partnership that will help guide our students through the high school experience. These years are filled with countless opportunities for learning and growth in the classroom, on the stage, in the gymnasium, and on the athletic field. High school is a time when students begin to discover who they are and who they hope to become. Lodi High School provides virtually limitless opportunities for students to grow, have fun, and achieve success as they follow their pathway toward a successful future.

That pathway includes a variety of academic support programs, flexible scheduling opportunities, extended learning classes, and more. Lodi’s ACT scores consistently rank above the state average, and the high school has earned a “Significantly Exceeds Expectations” rating on the State Report Card. Lodi High School also offers numerous Advanced Placement courses and has received state and national recognition for increasing student access to rigorous coursework and strong AP exam performance. Our commitment to programs such as STEAM education and global exchange opportunities to Thailand, Germany, and Costa Rica helps distinguish Lodi High School as an innovative and globally minded institution.

Regardless of their interests, students at Lodi High School understand that they are members of a global community and develop the skills necessary to succeed wherever their dreams may lead—whether that path includes the workforce, military service, the trades, or a two- or four-year college degree.

I look forward to being an important part of your child’s experience at Lodi High School and hope our shared vision for success leads to an incredible high school journey.

Thank you, and take care.

Thank you, and take care -
Mr. Jelinek