Na, 29 Palms, CA 92277

Both our kids (one graduate + one 5th grader) have had a great experience in the Spanish World Language program. Although it was established just a few years ago, the addition of the WLP has turned what was already a very good neighborhood school into an absolute gem, bringing in even more invested, passionate, and engaged families and sponsoring cultural events and programming that benefit ALL students. Unlike 99% of other schools that have multiple tracks (residential school + magnet or dual language program), where each program is completely siloed and separate, at CHES, the WLP and residential/ SAS program are fully integrated into a single, unified school community: from academics (teachers collaborate across grade levels) to fundraising and social/ community events (Campus campout, Valentine Rock, Dia de Metros, Dia de Niños, Astrocamp, etc.). We also have a deeply committed, motivated, and award-winning staff. The principal, Dr. Linda Beck, was recently awarded the prestigious Cahn Fellowship and she is loved and respected by parents, students, and teachers alike. We have also recently had two LAUSD "Teachers of the Year" and were selected as a Cotsen Art of Teaching School, with 8 teachers participating in the mentor/ fellowship program. There are few schools in LAUSD with a teaching staff this motivated and committed to their professional development and to serving ALL students. Overall, CHES provides a well-rounded educational experience, while exposing kids to a diverse community, and leaving them with great friends and fantastic memories.