Three Los Alamitos Unified Elementary Schools Named California Distinguished Schools
January 10, 2023 — The Los Alamitos Unified School District is proud to announce that three elementary schools — Hopkinson, Rossmoor, and Weaver — have been named 2023 California Distinguished Schools.
“On behalf of the Board of Education, congratulations to our three elementary schools on this outstanding achievement,” said Superintendent Dr. Andrew Pulver. “This recognition reflects our district’s commitment to providing exceptional student performance and a focus on closing achievement gaps. These achievements are only made possible through the dedicated work of our collective staff and the unwavering support of our Los Al USD community.”
To select California Distinguished Schools, the California Department of Education (CDE) used multiple measures to identify eligible schools based on their performance on the state indicators as specified on the California School Dashboard. Schools were selected by analyzing data reported through the 2022 Dashboard, including assessment results, chronic absenteeism, suspension rates, and socioeconomic data. The California Distinguished Schools award is celebrating its return this year after the COVID-19 pandemic temporarily suspended the state and local student data reporting. It rotates between elementary schools and secondary schools on an annual basis.
“California Distinguished Schools represent examples of not just excellent teaching, learning, and collaboration, but also highly successful, data-driven school efforts ranging from professional development for educators to mental health and social-emotional wellness strategies to address the needs of students and families,” State Superintendent Tony Thurmond shared in a press release.
To see the complete list of 2023 California Distinguished Schools or to learn more about the program, visit CDE’s website at cde.ca.gov.