Schools
Miramonte High School Named 2019 California Distinguished School
Just 162 middle and high schools were selected this year.
LAMORINDA, CA — Miramonte High School in Orinda has been selected as a 2019 California Distinguished School, one of just 162 middle and high schools chosen for the honor, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond announced Monday. Schools are picked for achieving exceptional student performance for two consecutive school years or for closing the achievement gap between two school years.
Miramonte prides itself on its college preparatory program including traditional and Advanced Placement (AP) courses. In fact, Miramonte annually sends 98% of graduates to college.
“I would like to commend these schools for fighting for a better future for our students, closing achievement gaps, and improving academic performance,” Thurmond said. “Thanks to teachers, administrators, classified employees, and parents working together, these schools meet the needs of all of their students, provide high-quality educational experiences, and put kids on a pathway to great careers.”
Find out what's happening in Lamorindafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Other schools honored in Contra Costa County include:
- Foothill Middle
- California High
- Los Cerros Middle
- Pine Valley Middle
- Windemere Ranch Middle
- Middle College High
Criteria includes test scores, suspension rates, and graduation rates.
Find out what's happening in Lamorindafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
The Distinguished Schools program alternates between recognizing elementary schools, and middle and high schools. Eligible schools may apply once every two years. Schools recognized as awardees hold the title for two years.
As California transitioned to a new assessment and accountability system, the state paused its Distinguished Schools program. From 2015 to 2017, schools that demonstrated exemplary achievements were named California Gold Ribbon Schools.
The 2019 Distinguished Schools Program is sponsored by the California Department of Education and California Casualty.
(Get Patch real-time email alerts for the latest news from your California neighborhood. Also, download the free Patch iPhone app or free Patch Android app. Also, be sure to follow your local Patch on Facebook!) Also See:
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.
