This week’s Gundo of the Week is Chamille McKay, administrative assistant! 💙
Here’s what her nominator had to say:
“Chamille serves in a unique and vital role as the administrative assistant for Human Resources while also providing support to all school sites across the district. Her work touches nearly every corner of our district. From assisting schools with their hiring needs, to overseeing the substitute pool and supporting daily staffing needs, Chamille is often the steady force helping everything run smoothly. She’s also the welcoming face of the district office, greeting visitors with a warm smile. We appreciate the dependable, hard-working, and unwaveringly positive presence Chamille brings to our district, and the countless ways she supports our schools behind the scenes!”
Thank you for being an important part of Team Gundo, Chamille! 👏
Here’s what her nominator had to say:
“Chamille serves in a unique and vital role as the administrative assistant for Human Resources while also providing support to all school sites across the district. Her work touches nearly every corner of our district. From assisting schools with their hiring needs, to overseeing the substitute pool and supporting daily staffing needs, Chamille is often the steady force helping everything run smoothly. She’s also the welcoming face of the district office, greeting visitors with a warm smile. We appreciate the dependable, hard-working, and unwaveringly positive presence Chamille brings to our district, and the countless ways she supports our schools behind the scenes!”
Thank you for being an important part of Team Gundo, Chamille! 👏
Richmond Street School students and staff marked a major milestone as they celebrated the 100th day of school. 🎉
Classrooms honored the day with creative projects and fun activities as students reflected on all they have learned so far this school year. Here’s to 100 days of growth, learning, and achievement! 📚
Classrooms honored the day with creative projects and fun activities as students reflected on all they have learned so far this school year. Here’s to 100 days of growth, learning, and achievement! 📚
Hey RSS - Friday is the last day for Reading Logs & Book Face photos.
Here's a sneak peek of some of the submissions! All photos will be compiled into a video that will be played during our Read Across America assembly in March! Info here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/18rcngb7I4BVsa5jPUj7uq32801cJeMrwEUZh7HVSqCc/edit?usp=sharing
The District Spelling Bee recently took place at Watkins Library at El Segundo High School, bringing together some of our district’s top student spellers. 📚
Winners from Richmond Street School and Center Street School proudly represented their campuses in this exciting competition. Congratulations to all of the outstanding participants! 🐝
Winners from Richmond Street School and Center Street School proudly represented their campuses in this exciting competition. Congratulations to all of the outstanding participants! 🐝
We would like to extend our best wishes to all those in our community beginning their observation of Ramadan this evening. May this month of reflection and devotion bring you peace and joy. 🌙
Today marks the start of Chinese New Year! As we say goodbye to the Year of the Snake and hello to the Year of the Horse, we wish all those celebrating a joyful and prosperous new year. 🎉
REMINDER: No school for students today in observance of Presidents Day. ESUSD will resume classes on Tuesday. 🇺🇸
Today is National School Resource Officers Appreciation Day. We want to thank our SROs for everything they do to support a safe and welcoming learning environment in our schools!
We invite you to share your appreciation in the comments! Drop a note of thanks or share how an SRO has made a positive impact on you.👇
We invite you to share your appreciation in the comments! Drop a note of thanks or share how an SRO has made a positive impact on you.👇
Today, we honor the legacy of Frederick Douglass, an influential writer, speaker, and advocate for justice. His unwavering commitment to education and equality continues to inspire students, educators, and communities across the country.
Let his story remind us of the power of learning, perseverance, and the courage to stand for what is right. ✨
Let his story remind us of the power of learning, perseverance, and the courage to stand for what is right. ✨
Lane, a student at Richmond Street School, recently participated in the Water Replenishment District’s art contest! 🎨
He used his creativity to help educate others about the importance of water and environmental stewardship. Thank you, Lane, for representing RSS and for sharing your passion for a healthy environment! 💙
He used his creativity to help educate others about the importance of water and environmental stewardship. Thank you, Lane, for representing RSS and for sharing your passion for a healthy environment! 💙
Congratulations to the El Segundo High School boys and girls soccer teams for earning spots in the playoffs! ⚽
Both teams were awarded home games in the first round, with the boys competing on Wednesday, February 11, and the girls competing on Thursday, February 12.
Game times are currently TBD and will be posted on the El Segundo High School website once released. Go Eagles! 🦅
Both teams were awarded home games in the first round, with the boys competing on Wednesday, February 11, and the girls competing on Thursday, February 12.
Game times are currently TBD and will be posted on the El Segundo High School website once released. Go Eagles! 🦅
REMINDER: There is no school for ESUSD students on Monday, February 9. We’ll see you again on Tuesday! 👋
During National School Counseling Week, we would like to express our gratitude to the counselors who champion our students every day:
🌟 Julie Yamashita, El Segundo High School
🌟 Dr. Yvette Habrun, El Segundo High School
🌟 Brandi Woods, El Segundo High School
🌟 Tiffani Pinier, El Segundo High School
🌟 Jose Pacheco, El Segundo Middle School
🌟 Dani Moore, El Segundo Middle School
🌟 Lori Klein, El Segundo Middle School
🌟 Vanessa Dominguez, Richmond Street School
Your guidance, compassion, and expertise help shape confident, resilient young people ready to take on the world. Thank you for all you do! 🙌
🌟 Julie Yamashita, El Segundo High School
🌟 Dr. Yvette Habrun, El Segundo High School
🌟 Brandi Woods, El Segundo High School
🌟 Tiffani Pinier, El Segundo High School
🌟 Jose Pacheco, El Segundo Middle School
🌟 Dani Moore, El Segundo Middle School
🌟 Lori Klein, El Segundo Middle School
🌟 Vanessa Dominguez, Richmond Street School
Your guidance, compassion, and expertise help shape confident, resilient young people ready to take on the world. Thank you for all you do! 🙌
This week’s Gundo of the Week is Stephanie Craft, administrative assistant for the Business Services Office! 💙
Here is what Stephanie’s nominator had to say about her:
“Stephanie Craft is often the first point of contact for our Business Office, and she consistently sets the tone with her welcoming and professional demeanor. A fast learner with a strong sense of initiative, Stephanie has worked closely with the Maintenance & Operations team to improve response times for work orders, streamline coordination with outside vendors, and ensure clear, ongoing communication with school sites and M&O staff.”
“Most recently, Stephanie stepped in to manage payroll communications, providing responsive customer service and following through to ensure issues are fully resolved. She maintains clear, well-organized records that make tracking and follow-up seamless. She brings a true can-do attitude to her work and approaches challenges with a solution-focused mindset. She is always willing to jump in to support projects across the team and consistently delivers high-quality results. We are fortunate to have Stephanie as part of our Business Services team.”
Thanks for being an incredible member of Team Gundo! 👏
Here is what Stephanie’s nominator had to say about her:
“Stephanie Craft is often the first point of contact for our Business Office, and she consistently sets the tone with her welcoming and professional demeanor. A fast learner with a strong sense of initiative, Stephanie has worked closely with the Maintenance & Operations team to improve response times for work orders, streamline coordination with outside vendors, and ensure clear, ongoing communication with school sites and M&O staff.”
“Most recently, Stephanie stepped in to manage payroll communications, providing responsive customer service and following through to ensure issues are fully resolved. She maintains clear, well-organized records that make tracking and follow-up seamless. She brings a true can-do attitude to her work and approaches challenges with a solution-focused mindset. She is always willing to jump in to support projects across the team and consistently delivers high-quality results. We are fortunate to have Stephanie as part of our Business Services team.”
Thanks for being an incredible member of Team Gundo! 👏
Today, we honor Rosa Parks, whose courageous stand on December 1, 1955, became a defining moment in the American civil rights movement.
By refusing to give up her seat on a segregated bus in Montgomery, Alabama, she sparked a city-wide bus boycott that lasted over a year and inspired change across the nation.
Rosa Parks showed the world that one act of quiet bravery can ignite a movement. Her legacy reminds us that dignity, respect, and justice are worth standing up for.
By refusing to give up her seat on a segregated bus in Montgomery, Alabama, she sparked a city-wide bus boycott that lasted over a year and inspired change across the nation.
Rosa Parks showed the world that one act of quiet bravery can ignite a movement. Her legacy reminds us that dignity, respect, and justice are worth standing up for.
During Black History Month, we recognize the achievements and resilience of African Americans throughout history. Their contributions to science, arts, education, civil rights, and countless other fields have enriched our nation.
We're proud to observe this important month in our schools.
We're proud to observe this important month in our schools.
Families exploring elementary options for the 2025-26 school year are invited to tour our campuses on Tuesday, February 3! Join us at 9:30am for a guided visit at either Center Street School or Richmond Street School.
Come see what makes our schools a great place to learn, grow, and thrive! 😀
Come see what makes our schools a great place to learn, grow, and thrive! 😀
Richmond Street School continued a proud tradition by joining schools across the country in the Scripps National Spelling Bee competition! 🐝
A huge shoutout to the 16 classroom spelling bee champions who participated in the schoolwide spelling bee, and congratulations to the champion, Noah Gilmore. 🎉
A huge shoutout to the 16 classroom spelling bee champions who participated in the schoolwide spelling bee, and congratulations to the champion, Noah Gilmore. 🎉
ESUSD is hiring! We have openings for a range of positions throughout our schools, including instructional roles, support staff, and operational positions that keep our district running smoothly.
If you're looking for meaningful opportunities in a supportive community where your contributions truly matter, we encourage you to explore our current openings and apply. 👇
https://www.edjoin.org/Home/Jobs?countyID=0&districtID=380
If you're looking for meaningful opportunities in a supportive community where your contributions truly matter, we encourage you to explore our current openings and apply. 👇
https://www.edjoin.org/Home/Jobs?countyID=0&districtID=380
This week’s Gundo of the Week is Lauren Webb, a speech language pathologist for ESHS, ESMS, and FLIGHT! 💙
Here’s what her nominator had to say:
“Ms. Lauren Webb is a tireless champion for neurodiverse students in ESUSD. As a long-time Speech and Language Pathologist serving students at ESMS, ESHS, and in the FLIGHT program, Ms. Webb supports learners across all areas of communication. Her impact, however, extends far beyond the classroom. She brought the Friendship Foundation to our district, creating meaningful opportunities for neurotypical and neurodiverse students to connect in the spirit of true inclusion.
Ms. Webb is a constant presence in our community—showing up, advocating, and ensuring that every student’s needs are understood and met with compassion. She is a highly skilled, deeply dedicated, and profoundly professional educator, and ESUSD is incredibly fortunate to have her.”
Thank you, Lauren, for being a part of Team Gundo! 👏
Here’s what her nominator had to say:
“Ms. Lauren Webb is a tireless champion for neurodiverse students in ESUSD. As a long-time Speech and Language Pathologist serving students at ESMS, ESHS, and in the FLIGHT program, Ms. Webb supports learners across all areas of communication. Her impact, however, extends far beyond the classroom. She brought the Friendship Foundation to our district, creating meaningful opportunities for neurotypical and neurodiverse students to connect in the spirit of true inclusion.
Ms. Webb is a constant presence in our community—showing up, advocating, and ensuring that every student’s needs are understood and met with compassion. She is a highly skilled, deeply dedicated, and profoundly professional educator, and ESUSD is incredibly fortunate to have her.”
Thank you, Lauren, for being a part of Team Gundo! 👏
