Three GUSD schools have been recognized as 2019 California Distinguished Schools: Rosemont Middle School, Clark Magnet High School and Crescenta Valley High School.

The 2019 California Distinguished Schools Program recognizes California middle and high schools that have made exceptional gains in implementing academic content and performance standards adopted by the State Board of Education. The program returned last year after a three-year hiatus and replaced the California Gold Ribbon Schools Program.

State Superintendent Tony Thurmond stated that, “Distinguished School award winners represent examples of not just excellent teaching, learning and collaboration, but also highly successful school climate efforts ranging from real-time conflict resolution to positive behavior intervention.”

“Our dedicated teachers, classified staff, and administrators work tirelessly alongside our parents and community to provide an exceptional education for GUSD students,” said GUSD Interim Superintendent Dr. Kelly King. “I am so proud to celebrate this wonderful recognition of their hard work with the GUSD community.”

Schools are eligible to receive the California Distinguished Schools honor every four years and the state alternates each year between recognizing elementary and secondary programs.