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School Reopening Thursday, January 16th

Ok! We met all conditions for reopening. School will resume tomorrow. We have temporary provisions for those unable to attend due to impacts from the Eaton fire. Please report any absences to the school attendance offices.
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Eaton Fire Get Support/Give Support

Our LCUSD family and community have expressed needs for support and wanted to offer support. To assist in that effort, we've built a webpage with resources for families and staff affected by the fires as well as a landing page to see how you can help.
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Superintendent Search Underway

La Cañada Unified School District is excited to announce the search for our next Superintendent. We are seeking a dynamic leader who embodies the values of our community and is committed to fostering student well-being and academic excellence. This important process will involve collaboration with staff, families, and community members to ensure we select a leader who will continue to support our mission of providing an exceptional educational experience for every student. To learn more about the process, please click on this article.
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Elementary Parent Focus Groups: Share Your Input!

Parents and families are invited to participate in focus groups addressing important elementary school topics. Discussions will include collaboration days, special programs such as art, music, library, and computer, as well as the early bird/late bird program for grades 1–3.
We invite you to join us at the session for your school:
Palm Crest: December 16, 9:15 AM, MPR
LCE: January 14, 2025, 9:15 AM, MPR
PCY: January 30, 2025, 9:15 AM, MPR
Please click the post title to RSVP and we look forward to hearing your valuable feedback!

Superintendent's Welcome!

Welcome to La Cañada Unified School District!
 
We are enthusiastic to welcome you to the La Cañada Unified School District (LCUSD) community. As we embark on the 2024-2025 school year, we appreciate the opportunity to introduce you to some of the unique and robust programs and services which help to define our district.

About LCUSD

At LCUSD, we pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive and supportive community where every student may thrive. Our district is composed of dedicated educators, qualified staff, and engaged families who work collaboratively to ensure a world class educational experience for our students.

New Programs and Opportunities

This year, we introduced several new programs and courses designed to enrich our students' educational journey. At the high school level, students are now able to register for Advanced Placement Art History, International Cuisine, Advanced Culinary Arts, Yoga, Strength and Conditioning, Single Camera Video Production, and even join a new CIF sport - Flag Football. 

At our elementary school sites, we have expanded our Transitional Kindergarten programs across all three schools, allowing our youngest students to begin their educational journey in their neighborhood schools. This complements our already strong academic offerings. All students also enjoy a host of special learning opportunities such as art, music, drama, computer classes and library. Starting in 3rd grade, students may enroll in Spanish and in 4th grade, LCUSD’s Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) program begins. 

Facilities and Infrastructure

Our commitment to providing state-of-the-art facilities is unwavering. Over the summer, several significant upgrades were completed, including modernizing kindergarten classrooms and constructing new classroom buildings. These improvements ensure that our students have access to  safe and conducive learning environments.  We are grateful to our parents, community partners, and La Cañada Flintridge voters for supporting this work through our bond measure. 

A Thriving Community

The heart of LCUSD lies with its talented and curious students, dedicated staff, and supportive families. Together, we create a community that is unique, vibrant, and committed to academic excellence and developmental growth and wellness.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to you for considering LCUSD. We look forward to welcoming you and your child to our district and embarking together on a journey of intellectual achievement and personal fulfillment.
 
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Student Spotlight

In December, LCHS senior Jennifer Musso achieved an extraordinary milestone, reaching a cumulative 1,000 points in her high school basketball career. She becomes only the sixth girl in LCHS basketball history to accomplish this feat, joining the elite ranks of Melissa Lord, Courtney Chen, Joy Lelo, Lauren Scoville, and Yolanda Davidian. Congratulations to Jennifer on this remarkable achievement!