LBUSD

LBUSD stands for Long Beach Unified School District, a public school district headquartered in Long Beach, California. It serves the city of Long Beach and portions of surrounding communities, operating a network of elementary, middle, and high schools, as well as alternative and special education programs. It is among the largest districts in California by student enrollment and geographic footprint.

Governance and operations: The district is governed by a seven-member Board of Education elected by residents and is led by a superintendent who manages day-to-day operations. The board sets district policies, approves the budget, and oversees curriculum, facilities, and long-range planning.

Schools and programs: LBUSD includes traditional neighborhood schools as well as magnet and specialty programs designed to provide diverse pathways to college and careers. Long Beach Polytechnic High School, commonly known as Poly, is one of the district’s flagship high schools. The district emphasizes career technical education, STEM, the arts, and college readiness, with services for English learners and students with disabilities.

Demographics and community: The district serves a diverse student population with many languages spoken at home. It provides English learner programs and family engagement initiatives to support graduation and postsecondary enrollment.

Facilities and funding: LBUSD carries out ongoing facility modernization projects funded in part by voter-approved bonds and state funding, aiming to replace aging structures and upgrade classrooms and technology to support teaching and learning.