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
We’re excited to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week! 🍎🎊
Every day, our teachers ignite curiosity, foster growth, and help students reach their full potential. Their dedication and heart are felt throughout our entire school district community.
Each meal served sets the stage for student learning and growth. 🍎🚀
On School Lunch Hero Day, we celebrate the hard work and dedication of our food services team. Thank you for all you do, every single day. 🙏
Today is National School Principals Day! Please join us in recognizing:
⭐ Rose Ahrens, Center Street School
⭐ Sarah Davlantis, El Segundo Middle School
⭐ Steve Gebhart, El Segundo High School
⭐ Carie Oulashian, Richmond Street School
These leaders do an outstanding job supporting the needs of students, staff, and families. Thank you for all you do!
Did you miss our most recent Board of Education meeting?
Find a recap here: https://www.elsegundousd.net/page/meeting-summaries
The CSS Grand Prize winners of the Cougar CARE Card raffle had the chance to enjoy a special lunch with Mr. Kyle, Ms. Ahrens, or Ms. Moran—and they each brought a friend along for the fun! 🌟
We're so proud of the way these students consistently show CARE—Community, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence—every single day!
Our next Board of Education meeting is Tuesday, April 22, 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
Congratulations to our 2025 Employees of the Year! 🎉
These outstanding school employees were chosen for their dedication to students and passion for education. They each represent the very best of ESUSD!
Please join us in congratulating our 2025 Building Employees of the Year:
🏆Joy Pamphile - Center Street School
🏆Caroline Dawes - Richmond Street School
🏆Insa Kasai - El Segundo Middle School
🏆Teresa McDorman - El Segundo High School
In addition to being recognized by her site, Teresa McDorman, ESHS English teacher, is also being honored as the ESUSD Educator of the Year.
This April Fools' Day, the Center Street campus was filled with laughter, surprises, and just the right amount of silliness, thanks to a playful Teacher Swap that kept students (and adults) on their toes!
Students arrived expecting a typical Tuesday morning—but were greeted by unexpected faces leading their lessons! Whether it was Ms. Bejarano giving a spelling test with nonsense words to 2nd graders or Ms. Feenstra pretending to be Ms. Karich, the classrooms were quickly filled with giggles and wide eyes.
While the swap was short and sweet, the joy it sparked was lasting. These playful moments remind us that a little surprise and shared laughter can go a long way in building a strong, connected school community.
Thank you to our amazing students and staff for embracing the spirit of fun and togetherness.
Missed the board meeting on March 25? Don’t worry, we just posted a summary of it!
Read summaries from past meetings at https://www.elsegundousd.net/page/meeting-summaries.
ESUSD is seeking qualified, interested individuals to serve on the Measure ES Citizens’ Oversight Committee!
There are four open positions:
✅ Representative of a taxpayer organization
✅ Parent active in a parent/teacher organization
✅ 2 community-at-large members
Applications must be submitted by 4pm on Friday, April 25.
Learn more and apply: https://www.elsegundousd.net/page/citizens-bond-oversight-committee
The Board of Education will hold a Special Meeting on Tuesday, April 15, starting at 5:00pm at El Segundo High School in the Watkins Library (640 Main Street, El Segundo, CA 90245). The meeting is open to the public.
Find board agendas, minutes and other information here: https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/esusd/Board.nsf/Public
Center Street fifth graders recently became young entrepreneurs at Market Day! 💵
After purchasing their business licenses, students set up shop and sold handmade items, tasty treats, and creative crafts!
Shoppers from other grades came ready with their Big Bucks, earned through positive behavior, to support these student-run businesses. From budgeting to customer service, these future CEOs impressed us all with their creativity, confidence, and collaboration!
REMINDER: We will see students and staff back in school on Monday, April 14! ✍️ #ESUSD
The #ESUSD IT team is working hard to roll out new laptops for teachers. 💻✨
They recently met with GST, the laptop vendor, to finalize device configuration and logistics. Each laptop will be branded with the ESUSD logo and prepped for distribution, ensuring educators have the tools they need to integrate technology seamlessly into the classroom.
CSS kindergarteners had an absolute blast celebrating Holi, the festival of colors! 🌈🎉
With vibrant powders flying through the air, laughter, and joy all around, they embraced the spirit of love, unity, and new beginnings. It was magical to watch their excitement as they tossed colors and learned about this beautiful tradition!
CSS recently celebrated Neurodiversity Week, honoring the beauty of different minds! 🌟
To kick things off, Ms. Ahrens and Ms. Moran hosted a read aloud of This is My Brain! A Book on Neurodiversity. Students also got creative during Spirit Week—rocking shirts with words or images that communicate in different ways, cozy sensory-friendly PJs, and neon to show that their differences make them shine bright!
CSS classes had the opportunity to explore a virtual library featuring stories of neurodiverse children. Students reflected on what makes their minds unique through writing and art, and their creations now proudly hang in our main office.
Enjoy your Spring Break! Students and staff return on Monday, April 14. See you again soon! 👋
