This week’s Team Gundo of the Week is Marnie Strauss from Eagles’ Nest Preschool! 💙
Here’s what her nominator had to say:
“Marnie Strauss brings a thoughtful, compassionate approach to supporting all children, ensuring every student feels seen, valued, and encouraged to grow. She collaborates closely with teachers, staff, and families to create inclusive, meaningful learning experiences and consistently shares her expertise to strengthen our entire team. Her care, patience, and advocacy make a lasting impact on our preschool community, and we are so grateful for all she does.”
Thanks for being a part of El Segundo USD!
Here’s what her nominator had to say:
“Marnie Strauss brings a thoughtful, compassionate approach to supporting all children, ensuring every student feels seen, valued, and encouraged to grow. She collaborates closely with teachers, staff, and families to create inclusive, meaningful learning experiences and consistently shares her expertise to strengthen our entire team. Her care, patience, and advocacy make a lasting impact on our preschool community, and we are so grateful for all she does.”
Thanks for being a part of El Segundo USD!
ESUSD hiring and we’d love for you to join our team! 🤗
We have several opportunities available for individuals who are passionate about education and want to be part of our school community.
Whether you're an experienced educator or looking to start a rewarding career, we encourage you to explore our current openings and apply today.
Get started: https://www.edjoin.org/Home/Jobs?countyID=0&districtID=380
We have several opportunities available for individuals who are passionate about education and want to be part of our school community.
Whether you're an experienced educator or looking to start a rewarding career, we encourage you to explore our current openings and apply today.
Get started: https://www.edjoin.org/Home/Jobs?countyID=0&districtID=380
Today, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his transformative impact on our nation. His commitment to positive change and human dignity remains a powerful example for us all.
El Segundo High School’s first-ever Dance Showcase was a major success! 💃
The show was choreographed, planned, and performed by students. The night also featured memorable teacher cameos from Ms. DeJesus, Ms. Woods, and Ms. Yamashita.
Special recognition goes to Ms. Maisonet for launching the new dance class and helping bring the showcase to life! 👏
The show was choreographed, planned, and performed by students. The night also featured memorable teacher cameos from Ms. DeJesus, Ms. Woods, and Ms. Yamashita.
Special recognition goes to Ms. Maisonet for launching the new dance class and helping bring the showcase to life! 👏
Kindergarten students at Richmond Street School are building early problem-solving skills while using Coding Express in Project Lead the Way classes, combining creativity, collaboration, and hands-on learning. 💻
The district holiday party delivered prizes, great food, and plenty of laughs, helping spread seasonal cheer to some of the best school employees in the business. 💙
Did you know? We post the most recent board meeting summaries on our website to help keep our community informed and engaged!
Stay up to date by visiting: https://www.elsegundousd.net/page/meeting-summaries
Stay up to date by visiting: https://www.elsegundousd.net/page/meeting-summaries
This week’s Gundo of the Week is Donia Alhassan, cafeteria worker at Richmond Street School!
Here’s what her nominator had to say:
“Donia stepped in as a substitute Senior Cafeteria Worker at Richmond in September and has continued to do a fantastic job ever since. She can always be counted on to follow directions, present our daily menu choices with care and pride, and communicate any challenges while offering solutions. Donia takes great pride in keeping her area clean and organized and consistently provides excellent customer service to both staff and students. We appreciate her dedication and positive attitude!”
We are grateful to have you on Team Gundo, Donia! 💙
Here’s what her nominator had to say:
“Donia stepped in as a substitute Senior Cafeteria Worker at Richmond in September and has continued to do a fantastic job ever since. She can always be counted on to follow directions, present our daily menu choices with care and pride, and communicate any challenges while offering solutions. Donia takes great pride in keeping her area clean and organized and consistently provides excellent customer service to both staff and students. We appreciate her dedication and positive attitude!”
We are grateful to have you on Team Gundo, Donia! 💙
The Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee will meet on Monday, January 12, 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
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
ESUSD is in search of talented educators and staff to join us as we continue to focus on student success and wellbeing! 🤗
Explore current opportunities and submit your application at the link below:
https://www.elsegundousd.net/page/job-announcements
Explore current opportunities and submit your application at the link below:
https://www.elsegundousd.net/page/job-announcements
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.
Our students showcased their hard work, focus, and growing musical talents.
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
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
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. 🙌
Reminder: We will see all students and staff back in school on Monday, January 5! 😁
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! 👏
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! 👏
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
Interested in a new career opportunity? Check out our openings and apply today!
https://www.elsegundousd.net/page/job-announcements
Wishing our ESUSD students and staff a great winter recess! 😀
We’ll see everyone back in school on Monday, January 5.
We’ll see everyone back in school on Monday, January 5.
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! 🎁
Thank you to everyone who donated and helped spread holiday cheer this winter season! 🎁
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! ☕️
We’re grateful for their continued support and partnership! ☕️
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! 🔬
