In California, there currently exists an “achievement gap” among student subgroups that threatens their future and the future of California. Access to high-quality educational experiences should be the right of every student in California and it is the responsibility of the schools, districts, county offices of education, and the California Department of Education (CDE) to work together toward that end. The CDE has made closing the achievement gap a top priority and strongly believes that making schools work for all students, regardless of their background, condition, or circumstances, is an imperative for a strong education system and a strong California.

The 2012 Program directly focuses on California’s students and their entitlement to an equitable and rigorous education. The California Distinguished School Award identifies and honors those schools that have demonstrated educational excellence for all students and progress in narrowing the achievement gap.  (CDE)

PJHM would like to congratulate our clients who are being recognized this year for their hard work and dedication!

Beaumont Unified School District

Capistrano Unified School District

Chino-Valley Unified School District

Corona-Norco Unified School District

Fullerton Elementary School District

Inglewood Unified School District

Irvine Unified School District

Long Beach Unified School District

Mountain Empire Unified School District

Newport-Mesa Unified School District

Nuview Union School District

Rim Of The World Unified School District

San Diego Unified School District

Santa Ana Unified School District

More information can be found on the CDE website: http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/sr/cs/proginfo.asp