Our custodians are the reason our students have clean, safe, and welcoming spaces to learn and grow!
If you see a custodian in the halls today, be sure to say: “Happy National Custodian Day!” 😊
The CSS Cougars Care Crew in action! 💙
Katrina Kistler started off as a student in the ESUSD community. Now, she teaches English Language Arts at El Segundo High School!
We are so honored to have you on our team, Katrina! 😄
Schools and offices will be closed on Thursday, October 3, 2024.
Wellness Centers at ESMS and ESHS are intentionally designed to be calming and soothing spaces. One aspect of this is biophilic design that uses green spaces and plant life which have proven calming qualities.
In this photo, ESMS students gather in the ESMS Wellness Center known as the "Bulldog Den."
Back to School Night at El Segundo Middle School was a resounding success! We were thrilled to welcome so many parents and guardians to campus.
Thanks, Bulldog Families! 🙌
Some of the preschool students enjoy using the foam blocks and collaborating on what to build! 💫
Science comes to life in the glow lab! Our 6th graders had a blast experimenting with light, color, and reactions that glow in the dark. Seeing curiosity light up like this is why we love science! 🌟
Mr. Shafer whips up the Cougars at the Center Street School rally to set positive character and bring the fun! 👏
Transitional Kindergarten students are engaging in purposeful play-based activities that are intentionally designed to foster learning and development in young children.
These activities are guided by educational goals and structured in a way that promotes cognitive, social-emotional, physical, and language development!
Teacher assistants contribute so much to the learning experience. They possess the ability to adapt, assist with classroom needs, and provide individual support to students.
On Teacher Assistants’ Day, we say THANK YOU! 🙌
ESUSD teacher on special assignment for the 2024-25 school year, Dr. Phuong Uzoff, has been selected as a finalist for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) for the SECOND time!
The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) is the highest honor for K-12 STEM educators in the U.S., recognizing exceptional teaching in math and science. Dr. Phuong Uzoff, a state finalist for California, was selected for her innovative teaching strategies and dedication to integrating STEM and environmental science. Through hands-on, student-centered learning experiences, she fosters deep engagement, elevating her students’ understanding and achievement in mathematics, science, and environmental issues.
California state finalists will be honored at the California Department of Education's California Science Education Conference, November 8-10, 2024, in Sacramento.
Learning is in full swing at Center Street School! 💫
Throughout our classrooms, students are engaged in a variety of learning experiences, including small-group instruction with their teacher, independent practice, and group work with their peers. We love seeing our students forming relationships with each other and the amazing CSS staff!
The Garden Buddy Program at Richmond Street has begun! 🌱
Every Monday buddies explore, plant, taste, and discover in our beautiful growing garden. Last week was 4th grade & Kindergarten buddies!
Social interactions and student connections are at the heart of the preschool day. We facilitate friend-making skills, you-sharing skills, and problem solving among peers. Teachers scaffold learning and support problem solving.
The result is students who find their first friends and partners in play! 🙌
The IT department is shouting out Brian Joseph for his exceptional service to students and staff! 🖥️
Brian walks into every classroom with a smile. When he’s troubleshooting a tech issue, he always stays focused and determined, handling each task with efficiency.
Thank you for your positive energy, Brian! 🌟
Both Richmond Street School and El Segundo Middle School now have native habitats for the endangered blue butterfly! 💙
Thank you to our facilities team for making this happen!
The ESHS Wellness Center welcomes Waffles, a therapy dog, as part of its focus on calm and wellness. He’s become quite popular with students and staff! 🐕
Our next Board of Education meeting is Tuesday, September 24, starting at 6:00pm at the El Segundo City Hall Council Chamber (350 Main Street).
Find board agendas, minutes and other information here: https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/esusd/Board.nsf/Public
ESUSD Board Clerk Tracey Miller-Zarneke attended the County of Los Angeles Board of Supervisors meeting with Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell and Maggie Bove-LaMonica of HBCSD. They received recognition for the work our community does through the South Bay Community Coalition Against Hate!
