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Central Union High School District

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About CUHSD

CUHSD Mission & Vision

District Mission Statement

We each take responsibility for high expectations for students learning essential skills, and developing abilities, and knowledge by working collaboratively with our school community and providing a safe learning environment.

District Vision Statement

Shaping the future by developing skills, abilities, and knowledge to collaborate, communicate, create, think critically and effectively use technology in order to ensure all students are career and college ready. 

 

“Committed to Excellence”

Strategic Goals & Core Values

A colorful poster outlining the mission, vision, core values, and strategic goals of Central Union High School District.

Strategic Goals 

  • Increase achievement for all students, narrow the gap between high and low performing student subgroups, and increase the graduation rate of all students.
  • Effectively use instructional strategies including technology to improve student learning and achievement.
  • Implement the Common Core State Standards across all content areas.
  • Improve communication among all stakeholders.
  • Increase instructional program options, student engagement, and school connectedness.
  • Provide Basic Services at a high level.  Recruit, hire and retain high quality staff; provide standards aligned instructional materials for all; and provide a safe and effective learning environment.
  • Implement professional growth opportunities for staff that will develop future leaders.
  • Support priorities while maintaining fiscal responsibility and compliance with established policies. 

Core Values

  • All students will learn, achieve, and succeed.
  • We are responsible and accountable for results and must lead by example.
  • We respect individual differences and believe that each individual has inherent worth.
  • We are transparent and honest in all our interactions with students, parents, staff, and the community.
  • We attract and retain the most qualified, committed, accountable and highly productive employees.
  • We effectively use technology as a tool for improving student achievement.
  • We are committed to providing excellent educational setting,  opportunities, and access for students in a fiscally responsible manner.

Words from our District Staff

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“I enjoy working at Central Union High School District because it allows me to support student growth through meaningful learning experiences and real-world skill development. The district’s strong focus on college and career readiness, along with its support for community partnerships, creates powerful opportunities for students to succeed beyond high school.”

- Jackie Valadez, Southwest High School Teacher

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“As the district mechanic, I take pride in being part of the Central Union High School District. I am proud to work for a place that values student safety, strong education, and operational integrity. Being on a team that cares about students’ success and well-being is both inspiring and meaningful. In my role as mechanic, I am responsible for making sure that students have safe transportation everywhere they go, including school or field trips. I appreciate the trust placed in me, and I am committed to doing my best to meet CUHSD’s high standards.”

- Miguel Rodriguez, District Mechanic