East Side Union High School District
Academic, Personal and Social Success for Each and Every Student.
Vision
We provide an educational experience that enables all students to reach their highest potential.
Mission
Our mission, in partnership with families and community, is to educate students and prepare them for the future in a safe and engaging environment.
Core Values
These values drive our decisions and our actions:
* Respect: We experience personal and professional integrity in guiding processes that will be respectful, patient and fair.
* Diversity: We value diversity.
* Equity: We seek equity when allocating resources.
* Open Communication: Our decisions are formed by open and inclusive communication. We actively seek and share information with parents,
students, staff and community.
* Commitment to Excellence: We are committed to continuous improvement and we strive for excellence.
* Professional Development: We expect continuous professional development growth and development.
* Responsibility: We recognize those who take responsibility, demonstrate creativity and take initiative.
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Overview Top of Page
The East Side Union High School District encompasses a 180 square mile area of San Jose, bordering on “Silicon Valley” in Santa Clara County.
It is one of California’s largest high school districts (grades 9–12), with an enrollment of over 24,500 students, at 18 high schools:
Eleven comprehensive high schools
* Andrew Hill
* Evergreen Valley
* Independence
* James Lick
* Mt. Pleasant
* Oak Grove
* Piedmont Hills
* Santa Teresa
* Silver Creek
* W.C. Overfelt
* Yerba Buena
Five alternative high schools/programs
* Foothill
* Phoenix
* Pegasus
* Apollo
* Accel
The district also administers an Adult Education Program that serves over 25,000 adults.
East Side Union High School District employs:
* 1,199 certificated teachers
* 717 classified staff members
* 194 adult education teachers
The East Side community has a population of over 434,000, rich in racial and cultural diversity. The student population is multi–cultural and is comprised of:
* 42.4 % Hispanic
* 28.8% Asian
* 13.1% White
* 9.7% Filipino
* 4.5% African American
* 0.4% American Indian
* 1.1% Pacific Islander
The community has a tradition of involvement and interest in its schools. It is considered an ideal community because of its appealing climate, convenient geographical location and proximity to cultural centers and numerous institutions of higher-learning.
For more information, please contact Mary Guillen.