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Every TK- 8 school in HSD earned distinct recognition for creating safe, inclusive, and positive environments for all students.
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Welcome back to school, Hawthorne! In this edition of School News, get a look inside the return to school and what's to come in the year ahead.
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In their annual review, U.S. News and World Report ranked Hawthorne Math and Science Academy as a top 20 high school in the state of California, among other rankings on their 2023-2024 Best High Schools in America list.
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During halftime of a recent sold-out LAFC match, Superintendent Brian Markarian was brought out to the field and presented with a $10,000 donation in recognition of the District’s partnership with Chevron.
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Hawthorne School District’s Partnership with Right At School (RAS) brings engaging, educational, and social-emotional activities for students after-school.
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HMS teacher and coach Matt Hurwitz shared a request for $635.45 on DonorsChoose to buy sports equipment. The school ended up receiving a $10,000 donation instead.
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This year has been one for the books! In this edition of School News, take a look back at highlights from the 2022-23 school year.
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The substantial grant facilitates support services at no cost for Hawthorne students and families through key partnerships with local community organizations.
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Hawthorne School District is expanding its after-school program and rolling out more spring break and summer school learning options. In this edition of School News, learn more about our expanded learning offerings.
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LEGO Education leadership toured Zela Davis Elementary to observe the engaging ways students and teachers integrate LEGO educational materials into everyday learning.
