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About Our District

The Los Alamitos Unified School District has a long-standing legacy of excellence rooted in Academics, Athletics, Activities, and the Arts. Serving the vibrant communities of Los Alamitos, Rossmoor and Seal Beach, Los Al USD serves a diverse range of students from preschool through 12th grade. This comprises six elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school. All District schools have earned the distinction of being recognized as California Distinguished Schools and Gold Ribbon Schools. Beyond the accolades, Los Al USD’s diverse student body consistently surpasses state and national benchmarks, reflecting the district’s commitment to providing Unlimited Possibilities for all students. Students are not only immersed in rigorous academic environments but are also nurtured through extensive programs in activities, arts, and athletics.

8,900 Students, 1,200 Employees, Nine Schools,

Three Distinct Communities, One Mission…

Igniting Unlimited Possibilities!

• Award Winning Schools
• High-Quality Teachers & Staff
• Visionary Board of Education
• Safe and Nurturing Campuses
• Innovative & Engaging Culture
• Unparalleled Preparation for College & Career Opportunities
• Unified Preschool through High School Experience
• Universal Spirit of Excellence
• 21st Century Technology
• Elite Visual & Performing Arts
• National Caliber Athletics
• Robust Clubs & Activities
• Unprecedented Family & Community Involvement
• Modernized Facilities — On Time and On Budget
  

  Mission, Vision & Core Values

  OUR MISSION

  Students will thrive in a caring, respectful, and encouraging environment where they demonstrate academic excellence and develop unique talents in preparation for their future goals.

  OUR VISION

  Students will acquire a strong foundation in reading, writing, speaking, listening, and mathematics. Students will develop skills in critical and creative thinking and problem solving in order to excel in advanced studies across the curriculum. Students will be prepared for future employment through career awareness and skills training. Students will practice active citizenship through community service. The Los Alamitos Unified School District will ignite students’ passion for learning and awaken their special talents by providing a rich variety of experiences in academics, fine and applied arts, activities, and athletics.

  Students will be taught by skillful, motivated, and caring teachers who inspire and nourish student learning. Teachers will vary their instructional strategies to actively engage students. Teachers will use the results of multiple assessments to adjust curriculum and to differentiate instruction. The Board and administration will support teamwork, collaboration, and ongoing professional development for all staff.

  Students and staff will use technology as a tool for teaching and learning; for acquiring, analyzing, and using information; and for accessing people and ideas throughout the world. The Los Alamitos Unified School District supports the ongoing pursuit of new technologies to increase student achievement and engagement in the learning process.

  The Los Alamitos Unified School District will seek out and welcome partnerships built on collaboration and communication. Working together, schools, families, businesses, colleges, universities, employers, and community agencies will provide the support and resources needed to help students grow academically, socially, physically, and emotionally.

  Los Alamitos Unified School District will take pride in graduating students who are competent, motivated, and caring individuals who possess the skills, knowledge, and confidence to pursue their dreams and make a positive contribution to society. They will model the core values of respect, honesty, integrity, compassion, and personal responsibility which are essential to positive human relations. The cooperative efforts of the Board, administration, teachers, students, support staff, families, and community—each one possessing a unique and important role—will make this vision a reality.

   

  Our Core Values

  Care

  We foster a culture of kindness where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and individuals seek to understand each point of view.

  Responsibility

  We hold ourselves responsible for serving the needs of our students and families by consistently maintaining a clear focus on our goals.

  Equity

  We meet the needs of all students through systems, structures, and opportunities that promote success and value the similarities and differences of all individuals.

  Honor

  We believe in the value of every student’s unique educational path, and it is our responsibility to recognize, respect, and honor their individual journey of unlimited possibilities.