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I am so happy that the hard work of our schools and our school district is being recognized.  Here is the press release below:

Two Etiwanda Schools Named as 

2018 California Distinguished Schools 

and 

Etiwanda School District Receives 

Exemplary School District Award 

The Etiwanda School District is proud to announce that Perdew Elementary School and Terra Vista Elementary School have been named as 2018 California Distinguished Schools by the California Department of Education (CDE). In addition, CDE also awarded the Etiwanda School District an Exemplary District Award, one of only 22 school districts in the state to receive this prestigious honor. 

The 2018 California Distinguished Schools Program recognizes California elementary schools that have made exceptional gains in implementing academic content and performance standards adopted by the State Board of Education. “These schools implement outstanding educational programs and practices that help California students realize their potential, and put them on the path to achieve their dreams,” State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Tom Torlakson, stated. “Every day at these schools, teachers, administrators and classified employees, working with parents, apply their dedication, creativity, and talents toward providing a great education for all their students.” 

Etiwanda School District Superintendent, Shawn Judson, added, “We are very proud of the work of all of our schools to provide all students with a high-quality education. Whenever I visit schools, I am always so impressed by the dedication of our teachers, administrators, support staff, and parents - always working together to make sure all students have the opportunity to learn and succeed. Our students are engaged and working hard to master academic content and become positive citizens! The fact that these two schools are receiving an additional opportunity to be recognized for their efforts and achievement is a credit to the entire school community.” 

The District was also honored with an Exemplary District Award. According to the CDE, “This new award celebrates the achievements of districts that have implemented model practices that have had a positive impact on student outcomes. The award reflects the district’s success in making exceptional gains in implementing the academic content and performance standards adopted by the State Board of Education for all students.” 

The schools and the District will receive their awards at an awards ceremony at the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim on May 3, 2018.