News Archive

Thurston Middle School celebrated the grand opening of a wellness space on campus for students, thoughtfully designed with direct integration into the social worker’s office. It provides students immediate access to a trusted mental health professional who can empower them to develop and practice real-time coping strategies for their academic success and overall well-being.

Todd Foote, custodian at Thurston Middle School lets you walk beside him as he navigates the TMS campus. This new series, We Are Grateful for You, highlights LBUSD's employees and shares their experiences from their perspective. Check out the Q&A with Todd Foote.

Celebrate the season with "A December to Remember," presented by LBUSD Vocal Music on December 12 at 6 p.m. in the LBHS Artists Theatre—tickets are just $7, available here.

Hello Thurston families! We apologize for the technical difficulties with our 8th Grade Science Camp virtual presentation. Please see the recorded 8th-grade science camp video, in addition to the presentation slide deck and the payment link, for further information. We look forward to taking our 8th graders to the mountains February 26th-28th for an incredible adventure!

On November 21, 2024, the Laguna Beach Unified School District Board of Education voted 5-0 to enter into a separation agreement with Superintendent Jason Viloria, Ed.D., terminating his contract effective December 31, 2024.

View dates for LBUSD's 2025 summer programs, including the LEAD Program, an enrichment opportunity for students in grades 1-8, and Summer Academies for grades 1-12 focused on learning recovery and acceleration.

Mary Blanton, a teacher at El Morro Elementary, lets you inside her classroom. This new series, We Are Grateful for You, highlights LBUSD's employees and shares their experiences from their perspective. Check out the Q&A with Mrs. Blanton.

The Board of Education has approved the concept for an estimated $19 million, 45-meter pool modernization project at LBHS during its regular meeting on October 10. The modernization, a critical upgrade to the existing pool infrastructure, has undergone significant changes since the original plan was presented in March 2023. 

The California Department of Education released its statewide assessment results today, with Laguna Beach Unified School District ranking No. 1 among unified districts in Orange County for English language arts, math, and science scores.

LBUSD will provide a unique opportunity for students and community members to engage with local politics as students of LBHS host the 2024 City Council Candidate Forum on October 1. The event, which takes place in the LBHS Artists’ Theater from 6 to 7:30 p.m., will feature candidates Bob Whalen, Judie Mancuso, Hallie Jones, and George Weiss.