EMCSD's 2026-2027 official enrollment flyer that adertises multiple programs the district has won and highlights programs offered. It also features pictures of students in various activities across the district.

2026-2027 Enrollment Opens February 2nd!

Are you ready for your child to achieve beyond limits? Then enroll them in our district and set them up for an educational experience designed to broaden your child's interest, enhance their understanding of the world, and succeed in academics! Click headline for more information.

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Gidley’s mission is to empower student leaders through Academics, Respect, Teamwork, and Service to others (ARTS).
 
 

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EMCSD's 2026-2027 official enrollment flyer that adertises multiple programs the district has won and highlights programs offered. It also features pictures of students in various activities across the district.

2026-2027 Enrollment Opens February 2nd!

Are you ready for your child to achieve beyond limits? Then enroll them in our district and set them up for an educational experience designed to broaden your child's interest, enhance their understanding of the world, and succeed in academics! Click headline for more information.
Slide from EMCSD's Mid-Year Strategic Plan Update 2026 that shows where the district currently is on their timeline for their 5-year.

Mid-Year Strategic Plan Update 2026

Superintendent Dr. Maribel Garcia shared our Mid-Year Strategic Plan Update with our school board, highlighting the work we have done so far, five months into our five-year strategic plan. Click headline to see plan and watch the presentaiton.
Students visiting Tanaka Farms as part of their Study Trip

More Nutrition Education Coming to EMCSD Schools

El Monte City School District (EMCSD) expands its Fresh Fruits & Vegetables programs to seven schools, providing additional nutrition education opportunities to more students across the district. This is all possible through a grant EMCSD received as part of the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) national Fresh Fruit and Vegetables program. Read full story!
Graphic advertising Clothes Swap. Details include: Come out to the Jeff Seymour Family Center for a Clothes Swap on Thursday, September 18th and Friday, September 19th between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Where?: Jeff Seymour Family Center (10900 Mulhall, El Monte, CA 91731)

Clothes Swap at Jeff Seymour Family Center: Thursday, September 18th & Friday, September 19th!

Come out to the Jeff Seymour Family Center for a Clothes Swap on Thursday, September 18th and Friday, September 19th between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. to participate in our free clothes swap!

You do not need to bring clothes to participate. IF you do decide to donate, please only donate up to 10 lightly used items. No underwear or socks (unless new). Thank you!

Where?: Jeff Seymour Family Center (10900 Mulhall, El Monte, CA 91731)
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Gidley School, as a professional learning community, prepares students for academic, social, and personal success by providing a safe, supportive, standards-aligned and challenging learning environment that ensures learning at high levels for all our students. Gidley staff partner with families and community partners to bridge resources to further strengthen learning and growth for students and families.
 
 

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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