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CALIFORNIA SCHOOLS TO WATCH

California Schools to Watch is a statewide program implemented by the California League of Middle Schools, California Department of Education, California Middle Grades Alliance, National Forum, and the California Schools to Watch model schools.

Redesignated: 2025
Designated 2022
Hacienda La Puente Unified School District
Los Angeles County
Elizabeth Kane, Principal
14505 Orange Grove Ave., Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
626-933-7001
School Characteristics
Enrollment: 315. Grade Levels: 6-8.
Replicable Practices
Behavioral & Academic Intervention: Teachers ID students, mentor, and motivate
Saturday Academy: Academic support through tutoring and enrichment activities
Homework Club & Lunch Bunch: Lunchtime and after-school, available to all students
Teacher Data Chats: 1:1 teacher/student conversations regarding goals and progress
Wellness Room: SEL support for mentorship, counseling, or free time hangouts
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