The partnership between La Mesa-Spring Valley Schools and San Diego State University’s School of Teacher Education continues to grow and flourish with each passing year. On September 12 th , a professional workshop was hosted by the School of Education for guide/mentor teachers for teacher candidates in the Special Education program, Dual Language, English Learner, […]
This month, Spring Valley Academy received authorization to be officially recognized as an International Baccalaureate School. IB is an international organization with schools in 157 countries around the globe in locations like Paris, London, Lima, Tokyo, and more.
A new mural at Maryland Avenue Elementary School in La Mesa has taken shape that is getting the attention of students, staff, and community members. Donations from the Maryland Avenue Elementary Parent Teacher Association (PTA) were utilized to create the “We Are” mural. Local artist Hanna Daly was selected to help carry out the vision […]
Enjoy this video compilation of footage from students and teachers from all of our school sites showcasing our district values of equity, inclusion and HEART.
BOSTON – June 4, 2019 – American Student Assistance® (ASA), a national nonprofit, announced today a $1.2 million grant to fund 38 schools in three districts in the San Diego area to participate in the World of Work (WoW) program. WoW was developed in the Cajon Valley Union School District, in partnership with University of […]
Earlier this week, LMSV was featured in a UT article entitled “Report names eight San Diego County school districts where students of color achieve higher than predicted.” LMSV was highlighted as one of eight districts in San Diego County considered to be positive outliers when it comes to combating the racial achievement gap. We are […]
Shawn Styles, CBS news reporter, made a special visit to LMAAC to teach student chefs how to make guacamole. Students then worked in teams to create their own spin on guacamole in a friendly competition.
Just as the rains have ushered in a season of horticultural delights, the winds of renewal are invigorating one of La Mesa’s rarest gems, La Mesa Dale Elementary School. The list of enhancements at the school are very enticing: a newly minted Principal, an enthusiastic and wonderfully dedicated PTA, and a fresh bounty of exciting […]
“It takes a big heart to shape growing minds,” is a quote that epitomizes Genna Gabardi, La Mesa-Spring Valley 2019 Classified Employee of the Year. Ms. Gabardi, Health Technician at Spring Valley Academy, has a gift for establishing meaningful relationships with students, families, and the community. It is her dedication to never give up on […]
Students created this video to share what makes Highlands Elementary School so special, including the No Excuses University Program, awesome staff and more.
