Center Street School

We're just ONE WEEK away from the first day of school! 🤩

We’re so excited and ready to welcome students back on Monday, August 25, for another exciting year of learning. See you soon, everyone!

El Segundo Middle School math teacher Garrett Troche recently brought his quick thinking and positive energy to the national stage as a contestant on the trivia game show Press Your Luck! 🎉

Mr. Troche described the experience as a roller coaster and a dream come true. We are so proud of him and the enthusiasm he brings both in and out of the classroom.

Way to go, Mr. Troche!

We’re less than a month away from the first day of school on Monday, August 25! 🎉

Now’s a great time to familiarize yourself with the 2025-26 calendar: https://www.elsegundousd.net/page/calendars

Our 5th grade students closed out the year with an exciting celebration at Chevron Park! ☀️🎉 Students, families, and staff members from RSS and CSS enjoyed competitive games, fun activities, and delicious snacks. Have a great summer!

Center Street recently celebrated the final Cougars CARE Assembly of the year! 🎉🐾 To end the year on a high note, classrooms with the most School Spirit Awards were recognized for bringing heart, energy, and Cougar pride all year long. Way to lead the way!

Can you believe it? Today is the LAST DAY of the 2024-25 school year! 🎊 Congratulations to our students and staff for finishing strong—and for all you’ve achieved along the way. Have a fantastic summer break! 😎

The Class of 2025 recently returned to their elementary schools for one last walk through the halls! 🎓👏 Wearing their caps and gowns, they walked the campus one last time as current students cheered them on. It was a heartwarming celebration of how far they've come!

Fridays are better with Waffles! 🐶💙 Every week, therapy dog Waffles brings joy, comfort, and a whole lot of tail wags to Center Street School. His visits have brightened countless Fridays and made a lasting impact on students all across campus. A big thank you to Waffles’ wonderful mom, Mrs. Puffer, for sharing him with us and spreading even more cheer with her adorable Waffles stickers!

Dr. Johnson met with Center Street’s student leaders to hear their voices and gather feedback for the 2025-2028 District Goals!

Thank you to all families who attended Center Street’s Open House! 💙 CSS classrooms were filled with smiles, laughter, and so much pride as students shared their learning and accomplishments from the year. We’re so proud of the growth our students have shown, and it meant the world to see their parents and families celebrating alongside them. Here’s to finishing the year strong—together!

Join us in celebrating Annie, CSS Classified Employee of the Year! 🎉 Annie supports students in the Bridge classroom with a rare blend of patience, skill, and heart. Her calm, steady presence helps every student feel safe, seen, and supported. In addition to student support, Annie works closely with the Instructional Assistant team. She is always ready to step in, collaborate, and uplift those around her. We’re so grateful for the incredible impact she makes every single day.

Today, our community pauses to recognize Memorial Day. Let us honor the fallen by remembering their strength, their sacrifice, and their service. 🇺🇸

REMINDER: There is no school on Monday, May 26, in recognition of Memorial Day. 🇺🇲

Classified employees are the heart of our schools. From the front office to the cafeteria, from tech support to transportation, these dedicated professionals keep everything running smoothly and support the success and wellbeing of every student. This week, we proudly celebrate California Classified School Employee Week and recognize the incredible contributions of our classified staff. Thank you for all that you do! 🤩

Our Center Street Cougars recently wrapped up their CARE assembly series with a focus on the fourth and final pillar: Excellence! 💫 To bring this pillar to life, CSS’s amazing teachers performed a fun and engaging skit that showed what Excellence looks like in action—picking up trash even if it isn’t yours, cleaning up quickly after recess, and lining up right away. They also took time to recognize students who consistently show Excellence in their actions and choices every day. It was a joyful and inspiring celebration where everyone had fun, learned valuable lessons, and left motivated to keep showing their best!

Rain or shine, the Center Street Students and staff showed up in full spirit for this year's Run for Education! 💪👟 With smiles on their faces and staff members' red tutus twirling, this dedicated team ran, walked, and danced their way through the event—all for a great cause. Way to represent, Center Street!

Our next Board of Education meeting is Tuesday, May 13, 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

Our IT team is helping Center Street School teachers roll out new HP EliteBook laptops for all faculty and staff. This initiative ensures educators have access to updated technology. 💻 The team collaborated with staff to facilitate the laptop swap and address technical questions, reinforcing our commitment to supporting teachers.

Today is National School Nurses Day. We’re taking a moment to spotlight Livia Nystrom, our district nurse! 🎉 Please also join us in recognizing our school health clerks: ⭐ Kim Corrales, ESMS ⭐ Joseph Morones, ESHS ⭐ Jana Pandula, RSS ⭐ Mae Schobel, CSS Thank you for your commitment to treating, supporting, and educating students!

This week, we join schools across California in observing Student Mental Health Week. 💚 Schools play a critical role in supporting student wellbeing.​ We’re committed to fostering a supportive environment where every student feels seen, heard, and valued. Explore our mental health and wellness resources: https://www.elsegundousd.net/page/student-health-wellbeing