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Today is another Wonderful Wednesday at the El Segundo Public Library! This event takes place every Wednesday from 3:30 to 4:15pm in the Sue Carter Community Room. Ages 5-10 can join their friends for stories, crafts, scavenger hunts, and more. No need to register! Please note: Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

February is Career and Technical Education Month! ESHS offers several career pathways, focused on Pathways: Engineering, Biomedical Science, Business, and Visual & Performing Arts. Check out all the opportunities available: https://www.elsegundohigh.org/o/eshs/page/pathways-engineering-biomedical-science-business-and-visual-performing-arts Join us in championing our students’ journey to a successful career!

We’re celebrating National School Counseling Week! Our dedicated counselors excel at offering academic guidance, cultivating resilience in the face of challenges, and promoting mental and emotional wellness. Thank you for supporting our students in so many ways! 🙏

In Case You Missed It: Since opening in August, Our Place at ESHS has become a place where students can relax, unwind, and seek mental health support. We are grateful for our partnership with Blue Line Dog Therapy! Read more: https://www.elsegundousd.net/article/1425831

Today, on Rosa Parks’ birthday, we honor the American Civil Rights hero who refused to give up her seat on a Montgomery city bus. Parks is an inspiration to us all, proving that a simple act can change society for the better.

Today is National Freedom Day. On this day in 1865, President Abraham Lincoln signed the 13th Amendment, which eradicated slavery in the United States. The El Segundo Unified School District observes this day as a reminder of how far we’ve come as a country, as well as the work that has yet to be done to achieve true equality and freedom.

We are proud to recognize Black History Month in the El Segundo Unified School District. The legendary African American artists, musicians, scientists, and innovators throughout history continue to inspire us. We encourage everyone to learn more about these notable figures during February and beyond.

Wonderful Wednesday is happening today at the El Segundo Public Library! 📚 Children ages of 5-10 are invited to join their friends for fun staff-led activities in the Sue Carter Community Room. Stop by each week from 3:30 to 4:15pm to see if there will be a story, craft, or scavenger hunt. No registration required! Please note: Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

The second AI focus group will meet TODAY at 6:00pm in the ESMS Bulldog Hall! It will be led by Superintendent Dr. Melissa Moore and the ESUSD leadership team. Families, staff, and middle/high school students are invited to join. Mark your calendars for the final focus group session, which will take place on February 8 at 6:00pm in the Center Street Cafeteria.

Interested in joining our educational community? Take a tour of the middle school! 🏫 Prospective students and their families are invited to take a tour of El Segundo Middle School on Wednesday, January 31 from 6:00 to 7:00pm. Explore the halls, meet our staff, and get a sneak peek at life here!

During January, ESUSD celebrates National Staying Healthy Month! You can, too, with these wellness tips: ✅Carry a reusable water bottle ✅Include colorful fruits & veggies in your meals ✅Establish a bedtime routine ✅Go for a mindful nature walk Let's cultivate healthy habits together!

More AI Focus Group sessions are coming up! They will be led by Superintendent Dr. Melissa Moore and the ESUSD leadership team. Families, staff, and middle/high school students are invited to join. Mark your calendars for these sessions: January 30 – 6pm, ESMS Bulldog Hall February 8 – 6pm, Center Street Cafeteria

On Thursday, January 25, the El Segundo Public Library will host New Kids on the Block: A Lego Club! The event will take place from 6:00 to 7:00pm in the Sue Carter Community Room. This is a great opportunity for children ages 5-12 to get creative and make new friends. Legos will be provided! Tickets will be distributed at the door on a first come, first served basis. Each family will receive one ticket. Arrive early to secure your spot! 🎟️ Learn more: https://www.elsegundolibrary.org/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/7147/41810

It’s another Wonderful Wednesday at the El Segundo Public Library! 📚 Every Wednesday (including today), children between the ages of 5 and 10 are invited to join their friends for fun staff-led activities in the Sue Carter Community Room. There’s story time, arts and crafts, and scavenger hunts! Wonderful Wednesday is held from 3:30 to 4:15pm. No registration required. Please note: Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

The ESUSD Board of Education will hold its regular meeting Tuesday, January 23, at 6:00pm in the District Office Board Room (641 Sheldon Street). Find board agendas and other information here: https://www.elsegundousd.net/page/board-members

So honored to be in Washington, DC for the launch of U.S. Department of Education 2024 National Educational Technology Plan (NETP) with our ESUSD partner InnovateEDU Events “A Call to Action for Closing the Digital Access, Design, and Use Divides.” A road map for TK-12 school district across the nation. https://tech.ed.gov/netp/ @ErinMote @EdSafeAIAlliance

The Great Kindness Challenge Week starts TODAY! ❤️ From January 22 to 26, we challenge ESUSD students to complete as many acts of kindness as they can. Staff, families, and community members are welcome to join in, too!

ESUSD encourages everyone to participate in Shape Up US Month! 🏋️ Throughout January, the Shape Up US initiative promotes wellness activities that inspire people of all ages to prioritize their physical and mental health. Get involved: https://shapeupus.org/

Join the El Segundo Public Library for another Wonderful Wednesday! 📚 Each Wednesday from 3:30 to 4:15pm, kids aged 5-10 can join their friends for staff-led adventures in the Sue Carter Community Room. Activities may include stories, crafts, or scavenger hunts. No sign up necessary! Please note: Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

The first AI focus group will meet today at 6pm in the ESHS Library! It will be led by Superintendent Dr. Melissa Moore and the ESUSD leadership team. Families, staff, and middle/high school students are invited to join. Mark your calendars for these additional sessions: January 30 – 6pm, ESMS Bulldog Hall February 8 – 6pm, Center Street Cafeteria