CUSD SCHOOLS NOMINATED FOR CALIFORNIA DISTINGUISHED SCHOOL PROGRAM
In a notification from State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Jack O’Connell, Aliso Viejo, Arroyo Vista, Bernice Ayer and Las Flores Middle Schools learned that they have been nominated for the California Distinguished School Program. Focusing on secondary schools this year, the California Department of Education seeks out schools that have successfully demonstrated academic excellence based on Academic Performance Index, Adequate Yearly Progress, and closing the achievement gap to nominate for this prestigious award.
As part of a plan to highlight reliable and vetted resources that are proven to be effective with students in their classrooms, nominated schools will be asked to share signature practices across the state. “Making our schools work for all students, regardless of their background, condition, or circumstance, is imperative for the future of California,” notes O’Connell.
Applications are required to be submitted by December 19th, for final evaluation and approval to acquire the Distinguished School status. Participating schools will receive a site visit by a team of educators to validate the implementation of the best practices. “I am not surprised to see so many of our CUSD schools nominated for this honor,” states A. Woodrow Carter, Superintendent of the Capistrano Unified School District. “Having served as an educator across the nation, I can validate that CUSD has the most talented group of teaching, administrative, and classified staff that I’ve had the privilege of working with. We are committed to advancing learning on a daily basis.”
