*SAVE THE DATE* El Segundo High School Wellness Center Presents…Parent Education Night: Fentanyl & Substance Use Prevention! Date: Tuesday, April 29 Time: 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. Location: ESHS Watkins Library.
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.
Congratulations to siblings Laina and Caleb Tsai for their outstanding achievements at this year's LA County Science and Engineering Fair! 🎉
Out of 1,150 students from 133 schools, these two talented students represented El Segundo High School with their impressive projects.
Laina's project, Learning and Memory Retention in the Land Snail Based on Diet, explored the fascinating world of snails and their learning behavior, while Caleb's project, The Effects of Focal Ischemic Infarct Volume on Spatial Learning and Memory, delved into the complexities of brain health and memory.
Their hard work and dedication showcase not only their scientific curiosity but also their commitment to excellence. We're incredibly proud of both of you for your amazing work!
Last month, the ESHS Math Department celebrated Pi Day (3/14) in style! 🥧
The department brought in treats for the staff to enjoy in making a delicious connection to the mathematical concept of PI. It was a fun, and tasty, celebration!
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.
Big news! El Segundo was just named one of the Top 30 best suburbs to live in California! 🏡☀️
We were especially proud to see El Segundo High School get a special shoutout for its A+ rating.
We’re proud to call El Segundo home! Read more: https://kion546.com/stacker-california/2025/04/02/best-suburbs-to-live-in-california/
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
Congratulations to ESHS seniors Wesley, Vicken, Avery, and Sutton, for taking home first place in the 2025 California Invention Convention! 👏 🏆
These outstanding students created a working prototype of a satellite that can be used to pick up smaller, decommissioned satellites in space.
Not only did they win first place, but they also received the Best Prototype and the Industry Sector awards!
Join us in congratulating these outstanding engineering students!
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.
Enjoy your Spring Break! Students and staff return on Monday, April 14. See you again soon! 👋
Did you miss the March 25 Board of Education meeting? There’s a summary waiting for you to review! ✍️
Check it out here: www.elsegundousd.net/page/meeting-summaries
El Segundo High School’s Mr. Gast recently led an incredible Civics Day experience, giving students the opportunity to shadow city officials and see local government in action.
A huge thank you to Mayor Pimentel, City Council, and City Manager George for sharing their time and insights with our future leaders! 👏
📍SAVE THE DATE📍 Coffee with the Principal on Thursday, April 17th at 9am in the ESHS Watkins Library!
Meet ESUSD Sweethearts Lauren & Garrett Thompson! 💙
Members of the Class of 2010, they first met during their junior year at ESHS. Lauren was a new student and arrived 20 minutes late to her first class, as she couldn’t find the classroom.
When she got to class, there was only one seat remaining—right in front of her future husband! Now, they celebrate 10 years of marriage and the joy of raising two children together.
Did you meet your significant other at ESUSD? Tell us your story: https://forms.gle/MnoR8FdrHrHisBoJA
Registration is now open for the 33rd annual Run for Education, hosted by the El Segundo Council of PTAs! 🏃
The run features USATF-certified 5K and 10K courses, as well as a Kids Fun Run! All funds raised will benefit projects and programs in the El Segundo Unified School District.
Learn more and register: https://www.esrun4education.com/
Celebrating ESUSD Sweethearts! 💙
Chris and Tracey Dewar (ESHS Class of '96 and '97) were high school friends who lost touch after graduation.
They eventually lost touch, but reconnected on Facebook in 2010! Despite living in two different states—Tracey was in Texas and Chris was in California—they made long-distance dating work.
The couple tied the knot in 2011 and now call Flower Mound, TX, home!
Did you meet your spouse or significant other in ESUSD? Tell us your story: https://forms.gle/afkieyJFrmcgWTK9A
Get ready for the ultimate showdown! 🔥🎮
The Battle of the South Bay Esports High School Championship is almost here! Join us for this free event on Tuesday, April 1, at 5:00pm at the Parras Middle School Gym in Redondo Beach. The top teams from El Segundo and Redondo Union High Schools will go head-to-head for gaming glory.
Who will take home the coveted trophy and amazing prizes? Don’t miss all the excitement!
