News & Announcements

Click headline to view Gidley's Reopening Plan hosted by Principal Zamora-Day. Parent Commitment Forms have been released via Parent Square. Forms must be completed by March 24, 2021.

The El Monte City School District condemns the xenophobic harassments, assaults, and killings that are threatening the Asian-American community.
We proudly stand beside the Asian-American community, not just because it is our duty as compassionate human beings, but because the Asian-American community is our community. Click headline for full statement and resources to address hate, racism and discrimination.

In preparation for Parent Meetings next week, EMCSD has provided an overview video of their Spring Reopening Plan. Hosted by Dr. Maribel Garcia, the video covers key aspects of the plan. Details regarding instructional and operational model will be covered by Principals during the week of 3/15 Parent Meetings.

El Monte City School District officially announces it will reopen its schools in the Spring. The reopening will be in phases, starting on April 19, 2021. Click headline for full update from Superintendent Garcia.

March is here and we "march on" with Distance Learning. In a world with so many different opinions it is important for us to practice Habit 5 "Seek first to Understand then be Understood" In March we also remind you to speak up for yourselves and others. Stay safe, Stay Positive and Wash your hands often!

The El Monte City School District is proud to announce that over 350 of its staff members are projected to receive their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Through partnerships with the East Valley Community Health Center, City of Hope Medical Center, and the LA County Office of Education, EMCSD staff has had ample access to vaccines so far.

Hello Gidley Families. We will be hosting a Parent Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, March 18th, to provide you information on the reopening plan for our school. Please click on the headline to access meeting times and links.

Let your children be part of a school community that not only values their education, but their individual growth as a person! We have opened our enrollment for all grade levels, TK-8. If you're interested in enrolling your child into one of our 14 wonderful schools, please click the headline or call (626) 453-3741.

Durfee School is hosting weekly yoga sessions for all EMCSD students in all grade levels! Join us for our next yoga session on Monday, March 1st at 7pm. Click headline for more details. Limit to first 250 people.

We have launched a Parent Questionnaire for EMCSD parents to help us better understand your preferences and concerns in regards to sending your child back to campus. Click headline for more information and to access this survey.