Our Purpose
The Pasadena Unified School District’s Curriculum, Instruction and Professional Development department is driven by a commitment to prepare our students for college and career opportunities.  We support student success by developing and refining curriculum, in conjunction with providing professional growth opportunities to our staff to ensure quality instruction for every child. 

                                                         Guiding Principles and Core Practices of PUSD

Jose Ortega, Coordinator
Curriculum, Instruction & Professional Development; Secondary Literacy & Dual Language
626.396.3600 x88208

Rebekah Black, Ed Tech Specialist
Education Tech Integration TK-12
626.396.3600 x88972

Ashley Butler, Curriculum Specialist
History/Social Studies  TK-12
626.396.3600 x88463

Carmela Ching, Curriculum Specialist
Elementary Literacy & Dual Language
626.396.3600 x88209

Stephanie Cosey, Equity & Inclusion Specialist
Cross Curricular TK-12
626.396.3600 x88341

Ella Farinas, Curriculum Specialist
STEM Integration TK-12
626.396.3600 x88214

Jason Green, Ed Tech Specialist
Education Tech Integration TK-12
626.396.3600 x88985

Kimberly Knudson, Curriculum Specialist 
Mathematics TK-12
626.396.3600 x88212

General inquires can be sent to cipd@pusd.us

The department of Curriculum, Instruction and Professional Development supports the following signature programs and services. Click on the titles below to learn more about the programs and services PUSD has to offer! 
Arts Education
Dual Language Immersion
Gifted and Talented
Magnet Schools
Math Academy
STEM