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Our Mission

The El Monte City School District, in partnership with the students, families and the community, cultivates leadership, creativity and educational excellence. By creating multiple opportunities for learning, we develop students’ unique abilities to succeed and contribute positively in our diverse society.

 
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NO SCHOOL - January 8th due to Severe Winds

Due to severe winds and uncertainty of power in our local area, all schools and offices will be CLOSED on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. Click headline for more information. School will resume on Thursday, January 9th.
Enrichment Friday #2: Music & Art in the World is scheduled for Friday, January 31, 2025! There is no school UNLESS you register your student for our Enrichment Friday. Learn more by clicking the headline.

Sign Up for Enrichment Friday #2 on January 31st

Enrichment Friday #2: Music & Art in the World is scheduled for Friday, January 31, 2025! There is no school UNLESS you register your student for our Enrichment Friday. Learn more by clicking the headline.
Students learning about latino representation in Hollywood since 1950s

Durfee Students Learn About Spanish Drácula

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, students in the Spanish Dual Language Immersion Program at Durfee School screened the 1931 Spanish adaptation of Drácula and enjoyed a captivating presentation from Alejandra Espasande, a film researcher and curator at the LA Cultural Preservation Society. Ms. Espasande shared insights into the often-overlooked or unknown history of Latin representation in early Hollywood films. Click headline for more info.
Students posing with their robots from Enrichment Friday #1.

Students Love Enrichment Fridays!

EMCSD kicked off its first Enrichment Friday last month with the Robots & You theme and a successful outcome of joyful students. These optional school days offer students unique opportunities to explore themes outside the traditional classroom environment. With six Enrichment Fridays planned this year, students can dive into hands-on activities, discover new interests, and connect with others in a creative, relaxed setting. Click headline to read more!
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Our Vision

We will be an innovative school district in which students achieve at their highest potential, surrounded by an engaged community that is proud and supportive of its educational system.

 

About Us

Since Southern California’s first school was constructed here in 1852, El Monte has honored the education of its children and has grown into a thriving community of fourteen schools, which incudes five California Distinguished Schools and six ERP Honor Roll Schools, all dedicated to preparing our students for the challenge of a 21st century education. 
  • Free Meals for ALL Students
  • Spanish & Mandarin Dual Language Immersion
  • Districtwide Music Programs
  • Free After-School Childcare
  • 1:1
    Student to Device
  • Year-Round Enrichment & Engagement