De Anza Magnet School

Initial Designation: 2018

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School Details

  • Principal: Laurie Obeso
  • District: El Centro Elementary School District
  • County: Imperial County
  • Community: Suburban-Rural

Characteristics

  • Academic Excellence - Exemplars of high-quality work are shared with students
  • Developmental Responsiveness - Curriculum is socially significant and relevant to student interests
  • Organizational Structures and Processes - Adoption of a shared vision for our school's high performance
  • Social Equity - Differentiated instructional approaches so all students have opportunities to comprehend and master standards

Description

De Anza Magnet School offers a focused and engaging K 8 learning environment where students are encouraged to think deeply, work creatively, and build confidence as scholars. As a magnet school, De Anza provides a strong academic foundation through core instruction, enrichment opportunities, and a culture that values curiosity, responsibility, and perseverance. Teachers support learners with purposeful lessons, collaboration, and high expectations, helping students strengthen reading, writing, mathematics, science, and critical thinking skills. Students benefit from a close campus community where relationships matter and every learner is encouraged to participate, lead, and grow. Through classroom projects, school activities, and supportive partnerships, De Anza helps students develop the habits and confidence needed for future success. This is a warm and purposeful school community where students are known, challenged, and celebrated.
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