September 2018 – Good News Report

Valencia student working in a classroom.

Elementary School, High School, Middle School September 28, 2018

Students in Valencia’s new Teacher Pathway gain experience in the classroom at Ruby Drive, Kraemer

Valencia High School’s (VHS) new Teacher Pathway had its first day in the classroom with Ruby Drive Elementary School students on Tuesday,…

Esperanza students working on ceramics kiln.

High School September 28, 2018

Esperanza Aztec Engineering and Manufacturing Academy builds kiln

At Esperanza High School (EHS), students use hands-on skills to help each other succeed. Mr. Wallace’s Aztec Engineering and Manufacturing…

Tuffree Middle School 50 year anniversary graphic.

Middle School September 28, 2018

After opening in 1968, Tuffree Middle School is set to celebrate 50 years

On Wednesday, November 7, 2018, Tuffree Middle School in Placentia will celebrate their 50 year anniversary! The school will host a…

Esperanza High at Nixon Library for Trade Discussion.

High School September 28, 2018

Esperanza Aztecs attend trade discussion at Nixon Library

On September 17, students from Mr. Elmore’s AP United States History class at Esperanza High School (EHS) attended a symposium…

BYMS friendship bracelets for Community-Based Instruction elective.

Middle School September 27, 2018

New elective at Bernardo Yorba creates space for students to learn community familiarity and practice social skills

Bernardo Yorba Middle School (BYMS) has introduced a new elective class this year for students who would benefit from community-based instruction (CBI). The importance…

SchoolsFirst donating to McKinney Vento.

School District September 27, 2018

Local SchoolsFirst branch presents PYLUSD McKinney Vento with generous donation

The Placentia branch of SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union recently made a donation of school supplies to the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School…

High School September 26, 2018

Freshmen fun night at El Dorado High School

On Wednesday, September 19, El Dorado High School (EDHS) hosted their annual Freshmen Fun Night! Each year, the Golden Hawks invite 9th…

Middle School September 25, 2018

WEB leaders make connections with new 7th graders at Tuffree

Tuffree Middle School’s “Where Everyone Belongs” (WEB) leaders met for the first time on Friday, September 21 with their assigned…

High School September 21, 2018

El Dorado High School “rocks” for CHOC

On September 20, El Dorado High School (EDHS) Community Service Commissioners Brylee Hicks and Ellie Greer hosted a rock painting…

CareerLink Academy student from Esperanza.

High School, School District September 21, 2018

VIDEO: An Inside Look at How PYLUSD High Schools Prepare Students for Careers of the Future

Students in the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District (PYLUSD) gain an advantage with unique, future-ready Career Technical Education (CTE) opportunities…