Center Street School brought the joy of reading to life during Read Across America Week! 📖✨
The day started with a schoolwide assembly featuring student speakers, followed by a literacy fair and fun dress-up days. The celebration showcased how reading inspires learning and imagination across the campus!
The day started with a schoolwide assembly featuring student speakers, followed by a literacy fair and fun dress-up days. The celebration showcased how reading inspires learning and imagination across the campus!





El Segundo Middle School and El Segundo High School have been named 2026 California Distinguished Schools by the California Department of Education! 🎉
This outstanding achievement represents the collective efforts of our students, staff, families, and community members.
Learn more about the California Distinguished Schools Program: https://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/sr/cs/index.asp
This outstanding achievement represents the collective efforts of our students, staff, families, and community members.
Learn more about the California Distinguished Schools Program: https://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/sr/cs/index.asp

Join us on Friday, March 20, for a Cabaret featuring Laura Bell Bundy—the original Elle Woods from Broadway’s “Legally Blonde!”
The event benefits the El Segundo High School Theater Department's upcoming production of “Legally Blonde: The Musical.”
Get your tickets here: https://gofan.co/event/6117788?schoolId=CA18813
The event benefits the El Segundo High School Theater Department's upcoming production of “Legally Blonde: The Musical.”
Get your tickets here: https://gofan.co/event/6117788?schoolId=CA18813

Congratulations to Mr. Jeon, the El Segundo High School Educator of the Year! 👏
Mr. Jeon was selected by his ESTA colleagues, who emphasized the many ways he supports students, demonstrates a love for education, and contributes to the entire school community.
In addition to teaching English and AVID, Mr. Jeon also established the esports club at ESHS, creating another opportunity for students to connect and get involved. Congratulations, Mr. J.! 💙
Mr. Jeon was selected by his ESTA colleagues, who emphasized the many ways he supports students, demonstrates a love for education, and contributes to the entire school community.
In addition to teaching English and AVID, Mr. Jeon also established the esports club at ESHS, creating another opportunity for students to connect and get involved. Congratulations, Mr. J.! 💙


Our next Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee Meeting is happening Monday, March 16, starting at 6:00pm. The meeting will take place at 641 Sheldon Street in El Segundo.

This week’s Gundo of the Week is Dr. Phuong Uzoff, Artificial Intelligence (AI) instructional coach. 🌟
Here’s what her nominator had to say:
“Dr. Uzoff leads our district's AI literacy and leadership efforts. She assists teachers with integrating AI and educational technology into their instruction as well as supervises our AI clubs at the middle and high schools. She has led our district to be recognized for an AI K12 Student Agency Award and serves as a member of the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. She was previously named a President’s Award Finalist for Excellence in Science & Mathematics Teaching in 2022. Her background in STEM and PLTW make her an invaluable asset to our district as we prepare future ready students. We are so grateful for her innovative instructional vision and heart for student advocacy.”
Thank you for being a valuable part of Team Gundo! 💙
Here’s what her nominator had to say:
“Dr. Uzoff leads our district's AI literacy and leadership efforts. She assists teachers with integrating AI and educational technology into their instruction as well as supervises our AI clubs at the middle and high schools. She has led our district to be recognized for an AI K12 Student Agency Award and serves as a member of the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. She was previously named a President’s Award Finalist for Excellence in Science & Mathematics Teaching in 2022. Her background in STEM and PLTW make her an invaluable asset to our district as we prepare future ready students. We are so grateful for her innovative instructional vision and heart for student advocacy.”
Thank you for being a valuable part of Team Gundo! 💙

El Segundo High School’s Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) students recently celebrated one another during the AVID Awards presentation! 🌟
Mrs. Summers recognized students who exemplify AVID’s core values, including responsibility, fairness, and collaboration. Each honoree received a certificate acknowledging their commitment to academic growth and leadership among their peers.
Congratulations to these students for setting a positive example across the school community! 👏
Mrs. Summers recognized students who exemplify AVID’s core values, including responsibility, fairness, and collaboration. Each honoree received a certificate acknowledging their commitment to academic growth and leadership among their peers.
Congratulations to these students for setting a positive example across the school community! 👏

Richmond Street School is proud to celebrate Ms. Juliana Farello as its Educator of the Year! 🎉
Ms. Farello’s dedication, passion for teaching, and commitment to supporting students each day make a lasting impact across the school community. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!
Ms. Farello’s dedication, passion for teaching, and commitment to supporting students each day make a lasting impact across the school community. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!



Safety lessons in Ms. Sweeney’s transitional kindergarten classroom at Richmond Street School are engaging, thoughtful…and even a little fun! 🚸
Through age-appropriate conversations and activities, students learn the importance of safety in a positive, supportive environment.
Through age-appropriate conversations and activities, students learn the importance of safety in a positive, supportive environment.

Our next Board of Education meeting is Tuesday, March 10, starting at 5:00pm in 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
Find board agendas, minutes and other information here: https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/esusd/Board.nsf/Public

It's National Nutrition Month, and we are shining a spotlight on the importance of good nutrition for our students.
When kids have access to healthy, balanced meals, they have the energy and focus they need to learn and perform their best! 🍎🥝
When kids have access to healthy, balanced meals, they have the energy and focus they need to learn and perform their best! 🍎🥝

Help support the ESHS Business Entrepreneurship students as they raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) and apply the skills learned in the pathway. ☘️
Throughout the month of March, students are competing to raise funds to support those with neuromuscular diseases. The funds raised will contribute to global research, leading to life-changing therapies and advancements in genetics and drug development to fight the disease.
Make a donation on the MDA website to support ESHS students and a great cause: https://mda.donordrive.com/teams/23867/donate
Throughout the month of March, students are competing to raise funds to support those with neuromuscular diseases. The funds raised will contribute to global research, leading to life-changing therapies and advancements in genetics and drug development to fight the disease.
Make a donation on the MDA website to support ESHS students and a great cause: https://mda.donordrive.com/teams/23867/donate

Today, we take a moment to thank the professionals who make sure our building systems are functioning, our spaces are welcoming, and our repairs are handled quickly and efficiently. 🛠️
Happy Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day to our incredible team!
Happy Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day to our incredible team!

Athletic coaches and support staff from across ESUSD strengthened their lifesaving skills during a First Aid/CPR/AED training course, sponsored by the American Red Cross Los Angeles Region.
Participants received hands-on training in the most up-to-date safety procedures to help protect students and staff. Staying CPR certified every two years can make a life-saving difference. ❤️
Participants received hands-on training in the most up-to-date safety procedures to help protect students and staff. Staying CPR certified every two years can make a life-saving difference. ❤️



Reminder: There will be no school for ESUSD students on Friday, March 6. This is a staff professional development day. ✍️

El Segundo High School ASB and choir students recently welcomed visitors from Meishu Gakuen High School in Japan for a memorable cultural exchange.
Visiting students shadowed their ESHS peers, built new friendships, and shared the school day. Special thanks to Meishu Gakuen High School, Ms. Summers, and Ms. Richmond for helping make this meaningful experience possible! 🌎
Visiting students shadowed their ESHS peers, built new friendships, and shared the school day. Special thanks to Meishu Gakuen High School, Ms. Summers, and Ms. Richmond for helping make this meaningful experience possible! 🌎
In March, we observe Women's History Month—a time to learn about and reflect on the remarkable contributions of women throughout history and in our lives today.
We appreciate the opportunity to recognize this month in partnership with our students, staff, families, and community.
We appreciate the opportunity to recognize this month in partnership with our students, staff, families, and community.

The 2026 Richmond Street School Spelling Bee Champion, Noah G, was recognized at a recent ESUSD Board Meeting. Congratulations to Noah on this outstanding achievement! 🎉


It’s National School Breakfast Week! Students who start the day with a healthy breakfast are better prepared to focus, learn, and make the most of their time in the classroom. 🍎✨

Join us in celebrating our Gundo of the Week, Nicole Adams! At El Segundo High School, Nicole not only teaches art and ceramics, but she also coordinates the yearbook every year. 👏
Here’s what her nominator had to say:
“Ms. Adams is our incredible art teacher at ESHS, who pours her heart into supporting every student who walks into her classroom. She seamlessly juggles four different art courses, often all in the same period, while making sure each learner feels seen, encouraged, and inspired. On top of that, she produces our beautiful yearbook each year, capturing the spirit of our school with an artistic eye and exceptional attention to detail. Her talent, dedication, and effortless sense of style bring so much joy to our campus, even though she rarely gets the recognition she truly deserves. We are so lucky to have her, and our school is better because of her passion and character.”
Thank you for being a valuable part of Team Gundo! 💙
Here’s what her nominator had to say:
“Ms. Adams is our incredible art teacher at ESHS, who pours her heart into supporting every student who walks into her classroom. She seamlessly juggles four different art courses, often all in the same period, while making sure each learner feels seen, encouraged, and inspired. On top of that, she produces our beautiful yearbook each year, capturing the spirit of our school with an artistic eye and exceptional attention to detail. Her talent, dedication, and effortless sense of style bring so much joy to our campus, even though she rarely gets the recognition she truly deserves. We are so lucky to have her, and our school is better because of her passion and character.”
Thank you for being a valuable part of Team Gundo! 💙

