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Enrollment Center Opens July 6th - Enroll your child fof 2026-2027 School Year!

Do you or someone you know need to enroll their child in school for the 2026-2027 school year? Well we are here to help! Our Enrollment Center opens Monday, July 6th where our team can help you get your child registered for the upcoming school year. You can easily walk in and get started!

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Our Mission

The El Monte City School District, in partnership with the students, families and the community, cultivates leadership, creativity and educational excellence. By creating multiple opportunities for learning, we develop students’ unique abilities to succeed and contribute positively in our diverse society.

 
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News & Announcements

EMCSD's 2026-2027 official enrollment flyer that adertises multiple programs the district has won and highlights programs offered. It also features pictures of students in various activities across the district.

2026-2027 Enrollment NOW OPEN!

Are you ready for your child to achieve beyond limits? Then enroll them in our district and set them up for an educational experience designed to broaden your child's interest, enhance their understanding of the world, and succeed in academics! Click headline for more information.
Dr. Kevin Tran and Dr. Evangelina Gonzalez speak to students about their time in school and the potential of the Hippocrates Circle program.

EMCSD partners with Kaiser Baldwin Park for new medical mentorship program

We have added a new partner to continue elevating our educational offerings to students. Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center is bringing its Hipporcrates Circles Program (HCP) to three EMCSD schools this Spring, connecting 7th and 8th graders directly with medical professionals to provide meaningful mentorship to students. Click headline to read full story!
Students sitting down with EMCSD administrators and staff to discuss their experience at schools.

Students Get Valuable Face Time with EMCSD Leaders & Staff

A rainy day proved no barrier for El Monte City School District’s Superintendent Student Advisory group from voicing their concerns and appraisals about the student experience at EMCSD schools. This is the second year that district leaders and staff sat down with these students one-on-one to discuss all aspects of student life. Click headline to read the full story.
Photo from inside of one of Cortada's new Head Start/Preschool classroom.

EMCSD Opens New Early Learning Center

El Monte City School District (EMCSD) celebrated the opening of their new Early Childhood Learning Center at Cortada School. As part of a series of renovations and upgrades across the district, EMCSD held a ribbon-cutting ceremony and invited the community to tour the new Head Start space before students officially entered their classrooms. Click headline to see full story!
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Our Vision

We will be an innovative school district in which students achieve at their highest potential, surrounded by an engaged community that is proud and supportive of its educational system.

 

About Us

Since Southern California’s first school was constructed here in 1852, El Monte has honored the education of its children and has grown into a thriving community of fourteen schools, which incudes five California Distinguished Schools and six ERP Honor Roll Schools, all dedicated to preparing our students for the challenge of a 21st century education. 
  • Free Meals for ALL Students
  • Spanish & Mandarin Dual Language Immersion
  • Districtwide Music Programs
  • Free After-School Childcare
  • 1:1
    Student to Device
  • Year-Round Enrichment & Engagement