10 Things You Should Know About PUSD
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PUSD language programs give students the option of becoming fully bilingual in Armenian, Chinese, French, or Spanish.
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PUSD’s thematically-focused magnet schools (arts, science, technology, engineering, math, language) allow students to follow their passions and learn more about what they love. Two PUSD magnets, Altadena Arts and Octavia E. Butler Magnet Middle School earned the prestigious Nationally Nationally Certified-Demonstration Magnet School, demonstrating its commitment to providing high-quality, innovative educational options to families and students.
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The International Baccalaureate program is known worldwide, favored for college admissions, and available at Willard Elementary, Blair Middle and High School.
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Diversity is an asset at PUSD. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is reflected in an equity litmus test applied to every decision, ethnic studies courses, a Student Think Tank that elevates the voice of students, districtwide professional development, the establishment of a Black Student and Family Task Force, and more.
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Campus upgrades and modernization projects are underway or completed, thanks to voter-approved bond measures.
Measure O funds is funding:
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Increased student access to technology
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Expand science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) courses
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School campus improvements Facilities Master Plan (link)
Completed projects:
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Altadena Arts Magnet Elementary – Modernization
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Eliot Arts Magnet – Auditorium
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Field Elementary School – Modernization
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Madison Elementary School – Student Drop-Off and Curb Cut
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Marshall Fundamental – New Sports Complex
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McKinley School – New Science Building, Cafeteria and Gym
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Sierra Madre Middle – New Campus
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Norma Coombs – New Admin and Classrooms
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Blair IB School – Modernization, New Middle School Campus
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Pasadena HS – Pool Deck, Gymnasiums
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Through vibrant partnerships with Pasadena’s renowned arts community, PUSD offers an exceptional arts education program that enlivens learning of visual art, music, theater and dance at every grade level. A new middle school arts conservatory prepares students to be successful both on stage and behind the scenes.
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All college and career academies at PUSD’s four comprehensive high schools prepare students for college, career, and life.
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Academy for Creative Industries (Marshall Fundamental)
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App Academy (Pasadena High School)
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Arts, Entertainment and Media (John Muir High School Early College Magnet)
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Business and Entrepreneurship (John Muir High School Early College Magnet)
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Creative Arts, Media, and Design (Pasadena High School)
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Engineering and Environmental Science Academy (John Muir High School Early College Magnet)
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Health Careers Academy (Blair High School)
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Law and Public Service (Pasadena High School)
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School gardens help student learning flourish with hands-on lessons in nutrition, healthy eating, science, and nature. USDA named PUSD a model program for management, innovation, and impact in promoting healthier lifestyles.
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Transitional Kindergarten (TK) builds a bridge between preschool years and traditional Kindergarten. For the 2024-2025 school year, all neighborhood schools will offer transitional kindergarten.
10. PUSD graduates are accepted into the most competitive colleges and universities in the United States and around the world. More than $10 million in scholarships and grants are awarded each year.