Hermosa Beach City School District
Cassandra L. Jones is an experienced educator currently serving as a Teacher Librarian at Hermosa Beach City School District and Redondo Union High School, where Cassandra also teaches English across multiple grade levels. Previous roles include teaching English at Dodson Middle School and a series of substitute teaching positions across multiple school districts. Cassandra's background extends to web design and marketing, having contributed as a Web Design Assistant and Writer at Isadora Design, and as a Project Manager at DeanHouston Inc. Educational achievements include obtaining a Master of Education in Educational/Instructional Technology and a School Librarian Credential from California State University, Long Beach, along with a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature from California State University, Chico.
Hermosa Beach City School District
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