El Segundo Unified School District proudly celebrates its school lunch heroes who make the Child Nutrition Program a daily success. 🎉

Their work keeps students nourished, focused, and ready to learn every day. Thank you for supporting student wellbeing in such an important way! 🍎
about 21 hours ago, ESUSD News
Pop art background featuring 'School Lunch Hero Day' in large yellow letters, with four cafeteria staff members positioned around the text and a school district logo below.
We are proud to celebrate National Principals Day and the leaders who make a difference in every building. Join us in thanking the following principals for being an integral part of Team Gundo! 💙

⭐ Jack Plotkin, Arena Virtual High School
⭐ Steven Gebhart, El Segundo High School
⭐ Sarah Davlantis, El Segundo Middle School
⭐ Rose Ahrens, Center Street School
⭐ Carie Oulashian, Richmond Street School
⭐ Hannah Ford, Eagles’ Nest Preschool
about 23 hours ago, ESUSD News
Six school principals from various El Segundo schools shown in formal attire with a 'Thank you, Principals!' heading.
Staff Appreciation Week is right around the corner, and we are excited to celebrate our incredible team from May 4-8! 🎉

Join us in recognizing the individuals who make a difference in our schools each day.
1 day ago, ESUSD News
Group of school staff and a blue butterfly mascot smiling outdoors during Staff Appreciation Week.
El Segundo High School students and staff made a strong showing at the annual Run for Education, hosted by Kiwanis and the El Segundo PTA! 🏃

The event included a National Anthem performance by the El Segundo High School Choir, physical education students running the 5k or 10k for final exam credit, and staff members representing Rainy’s Run Club.

Way to go, Eagles! 🦅
2 days ago, ESUSD News
Group of runners wearing medals and race bibs after completing a community race event outdoors.
Group of runners wearing matching blue Kiwanis race shirts and white caps posing together outdoors after a race event.
Large group of runners in blue event shirts gathered on a city street before a race start under cloudy skies.
Group of runners in blue shirts posing on a sidewalk after a race near a blooming tree.
Large group of diverse young adults posing outdoors on a sidewalk in front of brick buildings under a clear sky.
This week’s Gundo of the Week is Lily Gooden, an instructional aide from Richmond Street School! 💙

Here’s what her nominator had to say:
“Lily is one of our outstanding special education instructional aides, whose dedication and heart make a lasting difference every day. She has an incredible rapport with students, building trust and meaningful connections that help each child feel seen, heard, supported, and loved at RSS. With a remarkable ability to meet every student where they are, she provides personalized support that empowers growth and confidence. Her patience, compassion, and commitment truly embody the spirit of our school community.”

Thank you for being a part of Team Gundo, Lily! 👏
3 days ago, ESUSD News
Lily Gooden, smiling instructional aide from Richmond Street School, honored for building trust and empowering students with personalized care.

Richmond Street School’s ​​Speech and Language Pathologist Karyn Pochter was recently recognized at the Community Advisory Committee through the Southwest Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA)! 🌟

This honor highlights the important impact of supporting student learning in our schools. Join us in congratulating Ms. Pochter! 👏

3 days ago, ESUSD News
Five adults stand on stage smiling and holding certificates and bouquets, celebrating an award or recognition event.
Smiling woman holds a bouquet of red and orange roses outdoors near a building during a celebration or recognition gathering.

Our next Board of Education meeting is Tuesday, April 28, starting at 5:00pm in the El Segundo District Office (641 Sheldon Street).

Find board agendas, minutes and other information here: https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/esusd/Board.nsf/Public

4 days ago, ESUSD News
Board Meeting on Tuesday, April 28 at 5pm in the El Segundo District Office.
El Segundo High School engineering students recently won first place at the California Invention Convention, standing out among 60 high school teams! 🏆

Brianna, Connor, Owen, and Vincent beat 60 other teams in the 11th-12th grade category with an innovative drone prototype designed to safely collect data from within hurricanes. Their work addresses real-world challenges by offering a safer, more efficient alternative to traditional hurricane research methods.

Join us in congratulating these outstanding students! 👏
5 days ago, ESUSD News
Four young men standing in front of a brick wall, three wearing yellow shirts with medals and one holding a trophy, celebrating a competition win.
Group of young people wearing yellow shirts standing on stage under black, white, and gold balloon arch during event.
Four students wearing matching yellow Innovation Convention t-shirts stand together in a gymnasium presenting their project at a science fair.
Group of five young people standing in a gymnasium with a science project display behind them at a school event.
Richmond Street School recently partnered with El Segundo High School pottery students to bring their ideas to life! 🎨

Through this hands-on experience, younger students shared their designs while high school artists helped transform them into finished ceramic pieces. It’s great to see students of all ages working together! 💙
8 days ago, ESUSD News
Child holding a colorful blue plush toy with multiple eyes and yellow spikes in a busy classroom setting.
Two children sitting at a table engaged in an arts and crafts activity with colorful materials and juice boxes nearby.
Two children display a colorful drawing of an orange creature with multiple arms and legs in a classroom decorated with student artwork.
Students at the recent El Segundo Middle School Wellness Fair got hands-on with healthy choices thanks to ESUSD’s Child Nutrition Services! 🍎

A farmers market-style booth gave every student the chance to select fresh fruits and vegetables to enjoy at school and at home. The students loved this fun, engaging, and memorable experience!
9 days ago, ESUSD News
Two women smile with arms around each other behind a table displaying fresh leafy greens in a gym setting.
Students browse baskets of fruits and vegetables at a table in a gym, selecting items and placing them into bags.
Long table covered in baskets of colorful produce including oranges, bananas, carrots, and beets, arranged for display.
Students line up at a produce table in a gym, choosing fruits and vegetables while holding brown paper bags.
Happy Earth Day! 🌍

Our planet is an incredible place, and today is a wonderful reminder of our shared responsibility to protect and preserve it. We're proud to be part of a community that values the world we'll pass on to future generations.
10 days ago, ESUSD News
View of Earth from space with bold white text reading 'EARTH DAY' against a blue background and El Segundo Unified School District logo above.
Lace up your shoes and join the community for the Kiwanis ESUSD PTA Run for Education on Saturday, April 25! This annual event brings our community together to support local schools. 🎉

To learn more about the Kiwanis ESUSD PTA Run for Education and how to register, visit https://www.esrun4education.com/.
11 days ago, ESUSD News
Large group of runners, including children, participating in the Kiwanis ESUSD PTA Run for Education on a sunny day in El Segundo.
April is National Volunteer Appreciation Month! We are proud to recognize the people who play such an important role in our school community.

Your time, energy, and dedication enrich the experience of our students in countless ways. We are truly grateful for our volunteers’ commitment to our schools! 🙌
15 days ago, ESUSD News
Collage showing volunteers at El Segundo Unified School District during National Volunteer Appreciation Month, including kids with a dog and event setups.
Students at Richmond Street School recently enjoyed Anything but a Backpack Day! 🎒

As a reward for reaching 200 registrants for the American Heart Association Kids Heart Challenge, students carried their books and school supplies in creative containers instead of traditional backpacks.
16 days ago, ESUSD News
Four children standing on a sidewalk with rolling suitcases, ready for travel on a cloudy day.
Young boy in blue shirt and shorts carrying a large gray bag and a black case outside a building entrance.
Student in a blue UCLA hoodie holding a cooking pot filled with books and a black case, standing outside near a clothing rack at an event.
Young girl posing outdoors with a large black YSL handbag over her shoulder, wearing a pink shirt and sneakers.
Group of boys standing outdoors, one holding a cardboard box, another carrying a rolled-up mat, and others with backpacks and bags.
Two people standing indoors holding decorative boxes, one with a floral pattern and the other labeled 'BREAD'.
During National School Library Month, we want to express our appreciation for the school librarians who support our students' academic and personal growth each day.

They foster a love of reading, teach critical thinking skills, and ensure students have access to the resources they need to succeed. Thank you for all you do! 📚
17 days ago, ESUSD News
A group of young students attentively listening to a teacher reading a book in a school library during National School Library Month.
We hope you enjoyed spring break! As a reminder, all students and staff return Monday, April 13. See you soon! 👋
22 days ago, ESUSD News
Blue background with white text welcoming students back and announcing school resumes Monday, April 13, with floral accents.
April is Autism Acceptance Month. Students on the autism spectrum bring unique strengths, perspectives, and talents to our schools.

We also want to thank the educators and staff who work tirelessly to create inclusive, nurturing environments for all students!
23 days ago, ESUSD News
Colorful building blocks spell AUTISM with ACCEPTANCE MONTH below on a blue background with festive pennant flags.
We are proud to recognize National Robotics Week! 🤖

Robotics education helps students develop a range of valuable skills—from innovative thinking and technical knowledge to collaboration and perseverance.

A big thank you to the educators who are inspiring the next generation of problem solvers and innovators in our schools!
25 days ago, ESUSD News
Robotic arm holding gears next to a smiling robot working on a laptop with National Robotics Week text.
During National Assistant Principals Week, we are proud to recognize the outstanding APs serving our students:

🌟 Randy Boykins, El Segundo High School
🌟 Sean Brandlin, Richmond Street School
🌟 Andrea Burke, El Segundo Middle School
🌟 Megan McCann, El Segundo High School
🌟 Emily Moran, Center Street School

Thank you all for the leadership and dedication you bring to your roles every single day!
26 days ago, ESUSD News
El Segundo Unified School District honors Assistant Principals Randy Boykins, Sean Brandlin, Andrea Burke, Megan McCann, and Emily Moran on Appreciation Day with star graphics.
Spring Break starts after today! There will be no school for students April 6-10.

Have a great break, everyone! ☀️
29 days ago, ESUSD News
Announcement of no school from April 6-10, 2026, by El Segundo Unified School District with a spring break greeting.