Award winning K-8 school district with two schools in Hermosa Beach, California.  

HBCSD has a Thrive K-Life philosophy that is embodied in our Vision and Mission statements.

Our Vision... All students are empowered to achieve and thrive.

Our Mission... In partnership with our community, prepare students to thrive by providing a relevant education, a safe and healthy environment, and an inclusive culture.

We are committed to a fostering an environment that supports learning
and includes these core values…

Community Engagement
Culture of Excellence
Global Citizenship
Respect and Inclusion
Responsible Stewardship
Rigor and Relevancy
Safety and Well-being

AWARDS:

2018-19
    California Distinguished School - Valley School
    California Exemplary Program Award - Valley School
    California Green Ribbon Schools Award - HBCSD
    Educational Results Partnership Honor Roll School - View School
    California Model School Attendance Review Board Award - HBCSD
    Sandy Hook Promise National 1st Place Award - HBCSD
    L.A. County Literacy Leadership Award - View School Librarian Heather Meyers
    California School Administrators Region 14 Superintendent of the Year - Patricia Escalante
    Google Certified Educators - David Hart, Bradleigh Aranda, and Rafael Sanchez
    Northrop Grumman Foundation Teachers Academy Fellowship - Jennifer Sharp
    ACTIVATE Arts for LA Leadership Fellowship - Caitlin Fuller

2017-18
    California Distinguished School - Valley School
    California Exemplary Program Award - Valley School
    ACSA South Bay Middle School Principal of the Year - Kim Taylor (Valley School)
    Northrop Grumman Foundation Teachers Academy Fellowship - Garrett Kaplan

2016-17
    State of California Golden Ribbon School - View School
    Designated Blue Zones School - View School 
    School Attendance Review Board Program of Distinction - HBCSD
    District Administration Magazine District of Distinction - HBCSD

Education

Hermosa Beach City School District

Patti Ackerman

Hermosa Beach City School District

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