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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.
Orange Grove Middle School
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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