PHS Law & Public Service Academy: Exploring Future Paths in Public Health

The Pasadena Public Health Department (PPHD) welcomed more than 50 students from Pasadena High School’s Law and Public Service Academy for an engaging educational visit. Students explored diverse career paths in public health through tours, demonstrations, and a career panel with PPHD professionals. The partnership highlights PUSD’s commitment to career-connected learning and the city’s shared goal of preparing students for impactful roles in public service…

Spooky Smiles at Washington Elementary STEM Magnet

It was all treats and no tricks at Washington Elementary STEM Magnet as students showed off their creative costumes during the school’s Halloween celebration! Spooky smiles filled the campus as excitement built for the annual…

Chandler 8th Graders Gear Up for High School with Alumni Mentors and Admissions Insights

Chandler 8th graders have been diving into the High School Survey course—meeting admissions teams from a wide variety of high schools and hearing firsthand from Chandler alumni about life after middle school. A special highlight: alumna…

PEF: Innovative Language Learning at Sierra Madre Middle School

Happy Teacher Tuesday! This week, the Pasadena Educational Foundation (PEF) is celebrating the creativity of Xiaoyuan Qu, a dedicated Mandarin teacher at Sierra Madre Middle School. With the support of a PEF Teacher Grant, Xiaoyuan…

Making Dreams Come True at Madison Elementary School

More than 65 first- and second-graders at Madison Elementary School are getting academic, social-emotional, and financial support through college thanks to the “I Have a Dream” Foundation–Los Angeles (IHADLA) Program 21. The educational partnership will…