Richmond Street School made music history with its very first 5th grade band performance, led by Band Director Heather Ukrisna! 🎺 🎶

Our students showcased their hard work, focus, and growing musical talents.
about 10 hours ago, ESUSD News
Four middle school students play clarinets on stage under blue lighting, standing in a row in front of risers.
Three students play clarinets on stage with dark outfits and a blue-lit background.
A student holds a saxophone and reads from a paper into a microphone, with another saxophonist waiting nearby on stage.
Four boys perform with saxophones in a line on stage, focused under bright stage lights against a blue backdrop.
A large group of students in black attire play trumpets on stage; some wear Santa hats or festive sweaters.
A teacher in holiday attire conducts a group of flute players, many wearing Santa hats or reindeer antlers, during a concert.
Virus season is here, and small everyday actions can make a big difference in keeping our school community healthy! 🩺

A few key reminders include staying home if you’re sick, testing and seeking treatment when needed, washing hands often, covering coughs and sneezes, improving indoor ventilation, and considering a mask in crowded indoor spaces.

View the full fact sheet with detailed guidance from the California Department of Public Health here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fEulXmadgcvYV5pvE4IydKRLHyUmlq3C/view?usp=sharing
2 days ago, ESUSD News
Two smiling young girls in a classroom beside bold text offering virus season health tips from the CA Department of Public Health.
Welcome back, students and staff! We hope you had a wonderful break, and we look forward to getting back into the swing of things today. 🙌
3 days ago, ESUSD News
Group of smiling students and staff wearing colorful glasses with text "Welcome Back!" and El Segundo USD logo.
Reminder: We will see all students and staff back in school on Monday, January 5! 😁
6 days ago, ESUSD News
Reminder graphic with two students working together in class, noting school resumes Monday, January 5 for ESUSD.
This week’s Gundo of the Week is Consuelo Martinez, TK aide at Center Street School!

Here’s what her nominator had to say:
“Ms. Consuelo is a dedicated and compassionate TK aide at Center Street School whose warmth and kindness make a lasting impact on our youngest learners. She is always willing to step in to support any student or teacher, offering help with patience, understanding, and a calm, consistent approach. Her reliability and positive attitude create a welcoming and nurturing classroom environment where students feel safe, valued, and ready to thrive. Ms. Consuelo’s dedication, generosity, and teamwork make her an invaluable member of our school community, and we are so grateful for all she does each day.”

Thanks for being a part of the ESUSD team, Consuelo! 👏
7 days ago, ESUSD News
"Gundo of the Week" spotlight for Consuelo Martinez, TK aide at Center Street School, with her photo and a glowing tribute.
We’re accepting applications for a variety of positions in ESUSD as we support student success! 👩‍🏫

Interested in a new career opportunity? Check out our openings and apply today!

https://www.elsegundousd.net/page/job-announcements
10 days ago, ESUSD News
El Segundo Unified School District hiring graphic with a cheering cougar mascot and bold text reading “We Are Hiring! Join our Team!”
Wishing our ESUSD students and staff a great winter recess! 😀

We’ll see everyone back in school on Monday, January 5.
20 days ago, ESUSD News
El Segundo Unified School District graphic with a smiling sand snowman in a Santa hat by the ocean. Text reads, "Have a great Winter Recess" and "See you back at school on Monday, January 5, 2026!" on a blue background.
The Associated Student Body (ASB) at El Segundo High School successfully completed its 2025 toy drive, benefitting children at Cedars-Sinai.

Thank you to everyone who donated and helped spread holiday cheer this winter season! 🎁
20 days ago, ESUSD News
A group of teens in festive attire and Santa hats pose with large gift bags filled with toys and holiday items.
The El Segundo Police Department recently set up a coffee station on the Richmond Street School campus, creating a welcoming space to connect with our school community.

We’re grateful for their continued support and partnership! ☕️
20 days ago, ESUSD News
El Segundo police officers and a school staff member pose smiling behind a table with coffee and giveaway items outside a school.
Close-up of a table with Starbucks coffee, police-themed pencils, stickers, and “Junior Detective” badges at a community event.
A group of El Segundo police officers stands with smiling students in safety vests in front of a school during an outdoor event.
Biomed students demonstrated cell division on the anatomy table, creating an interactive experience to better understand the human body. The future of science learning is happening right now in El Segundo’s classrooms! 🔬
21 days ago, ESUSD News
Students interact with a large touchscreen table displaying a 3D anatomical model in a classroom or lab setting.
This week’s Team Gundo of the Week is Minh Nguyen, a member of our district technology team!

Here’s what Minh’s nominator had to say:
“Minh is essential to our IT team, consistently exceeding expectations by managing El Segundo High School's tech needs and supporting major district initiatives. He ensures smooth operations for faculty and staff by resolving issues promptly with a calm, solution-focused mindset. Minh excels in balancing frontline support and district projects. He partners with me on critical tasks such as emergency research, improving content filtering, managing Google Workspace, and advancing cybersecurity. Minh's technical skills, professionalism, and flexibility make him indispensable to our IT team and ESUSD.”

Thank you for being a valuable part of Team Gundo, Minh! 👏
21 days ago, ESUSD News
“Gundo of the Week” spotlight featuring Minh Nguyen, District Tech I, praised for IT support at El Segundo Unified School District.
ESUSD is hiring! We’re looking for passionate, student-centered professionals who want to make a meaningful difference in our schools. 🤩

Learn more and apply: https://www.edjoin.org/Home/Jobs?countyID=0&districtID=380
23 days ago, ESUSD News
Hiring graphic for El Segundo Unified School District featuring five smiling elementary students using laptops and wearing headphones around a classroom table. Bold text reads "We Are Hiring! Apply Today!" on a blue background.
The Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee will meet on Monday, December 15, at 6:00pm in the El Segundo High School library.
Community members are welcome to attend and stay informed about bond-related projects and updates.

Learn more: https://www.elsegundousd.net/page/citizens-bond-oversight-committee
24 days ago, ESUSD News
Graphic announcing the Measure ES Citizens Bond Oversight Committee Meeting on Monday, December 15, 2025, at 6:00 PM in the El Segundo High School Library. Background shows people working with documents and a calculator. ESUSD logo is displayed in the bottom right.
Winter sports are officially underway at El Segundo High School! ⚽️

The girls soccer team opened its season beneath a beautiful full moon at Hazeltine Field. We can’t wait to cheer them on this season! 👏
27 days ago, ESUSD News
A girls’ soccer game takes place on a turf field at dusk. Most of the players gather near the goal on the right side of the image, while one player walks alone on the left.
These Richmond Street School students did an amazing job participating in the fall Noetic Learning Math Contest! 🏆👏

This national competition encourages students to challenge themselves, strengthen their problem-solving skills, and deepen their love for mathematics. We’re proud of their hard work and dedication!
28 days ago, ESUSD News
A teacher sits cross-legged at the bottom of a staircase, smiling, with a large group of elementary students seated on the steps behind her
A large group of elementary students sits together on a staircase, smiling and posing for a photo. They fill the steps from top to bottom, with a teacher taking a selfie from the lower right corner.
Jessica Hammer, administrative assistant from Richmond Street School, is this week’s Team Gundo of the Week! 🌟

Here’s what her nominator had to say about her:

“Mrs. Hammer is truly the brains of the operation! She organizes, plans ahead, helps us fix mistakes, and navigates hard conversations, all while greeting staff, students, and families with a warm smile. She is firm, creative, thoughtful, fun, and funny. A master scheduler who somehow thinks of everything. She brings invaluable perspective from her many roles: parent, cheer coach, PTA leader, district behaviorist, RSS Student Safety Assistant, and now administrative assistant—which really means she wears hats we haven't even imagined yet. We are so grateful to have her on our team!”

Thank you for being a valuable part of the ESUSD team, Jessica! 👏
29 days ago, ESUSD News
Recognition graphic titled “Gundo of the Week” featuring Jessica Hammer, Administrative Assistant at Richmond Street School. The design has a blue background with stars and butterflies. A photo of Jessica Hammer appears on the left, smiling. Text on the right praises her work organizing, planning, problem-solving, and supporting staff, students, and families. It highlights her creativity, thoughtfulness, and many roles, including parent, cheer coach, PTA leader, district behaviorist, student safety assistant, and now administrative assistant. The El Segundo Unified School District logo appears at the bottom right.
We’re hiring! 🙌

ESUSD is looking for qualified individuals to join our team and make a difference in the lives of our students. If you're passionate about education and want to be part of our community, we encourage you to explore our current job openings and apply today!

https://www.edjoin.org/Home/Jobs?countyID=0&districtID=380
29 days ago, ESUSD News
A promotional graphic for El Segundo Unified School District featuring four smiling staff members standing outdoors. Large text on the left reads “We Are Hiring!” and a banner on the right says “Apply Today!” The ESUSD logo appears at the bottom right.
Our next Board of Education meeting is Tuesday, December 9, starting at 6:00pm 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
about 1 month ago, ESUSD News
A promotional graphic announcing an El Segundo Unified School District board meeting. A blurred photo of board members appears in the background. A calendar icon with the number 9 sits above large text reading “Board Meeting.” Additional text reads “Tuesday, December 9, 2025 • 6:00PM • El Segundo City Hall Council Chamber.” The ESUSD logo is at the bottom right.
Happy Inclusive Schools Week! 💙

Inclusion means ensuring every student has what they need to learn, grow, and feel like they belong. Thank you to our entire community for making this a reality in our schools!
about 1 month ago, ESUSD News
A blue graphic with the El Segundo Unified School District logo at the top. Large text reads “Celebrating Inclusive Schools Week.” On the right, illustrated hands lift a group of stylized people with a red heart above them, symbolizing inclusion and support.
On International Volunteer Day, we recognize the positive impact volunteers have on our school district community. You help create truly meaningful experiences for our students.

We appreciate you more than words can say! 🙏
about 1 month ago, ESUSD News
Group of volunteers standing outdoors with their hands stacked together in the center. Several people wear light blue shirts with the word ‘VOLUNTEER’ printed on them. Overlaid text reads ‘International Volunteer Day – December 5, 2025,’ along with the El Segundo Unified School District logo at the bottom right.