The filing period for the Nov. 3, 2026, school board elections closed last Friday, setting the stage for several contested races across the Santa Clarita Valley. Several longtime incumbents did not file for re-election, creating open seats in the William S. Hart Union High, Newhall and Saugus Union school districts. William S. Hart Union High School District Trustee Area 2 ...

The Castaic Union School District (CUSD) is proud to announce that Castaic Middle School, Castaic Elementary School, and Northlake Hills Elementary School have been named to the Educational Results Partnership (ERP) 2025 Honor Roll, recognizing them among California’s top-performing public schools. Now in its 11th year, the ERP Honor Roll highlights public schools, school districts and charter schools across the ...

The Castaic Union School District (CUSD) announced two educational leaders for principal positions for the 2025–2026 school year.  Daniella Rizo has been named Principal of Live Oak Elementary School, and Erika Bowden will join the District as Principal of Castaic Elementary School. Each brings a deep commitment to student success, a wealth of experience, and a shared passion for educational ...

Several schools in the Santa Clarita Valley have announced they will be closed Thursday due to the Hughes Fire in Castaic. HUGHES FIRE UPDATES HERE William S. Hart Union High School District School will be cancelled at high schools and junior high schools in the Hart District tomorrow, Thursday, Jan. 23, at the following sites: Castaic High School Valencia High ...

The Castaic Union School District Board (CUSD) held its Annual Organizational Meeting to elect a new board President on Monday.  At the Annual Organization Meeting, the CUSD elected Mayreen Burk as the new Board President. The elected officers and representatives are as follows: Mayreen Burk – President Laura Pearson – Clerk Fred Malcomb – Member Erik Richardson -Member Vincent Titiriga ...

The Castaic Union School District is seeking four new members for its Measure QS Citizens Oversight Committee. The Citizens Oversight Committee is mandated by law and is designed to ensure accountability to the public. The Committee must include at least seven members of the community who will be appointed by the Governing Board of the School District. Service on the ...

On July 9, 2024, the Castaic Union School District successfully priced and locked in interest rates for the fourth issuance of its 2012 bond authorization, Measure QS, totaling $6 million. Measure QS, approved under Proposition 39, permits a total bond issuance not exceeding $51 million. Proposition 39 establishes a projected tax rate limit on each bond measure at no more ...

A GoFundMe has been set up for the family of Sherry Peterson, a beloved Castaic Union School District (CUSD) aid who recently died. Peterson, who served the CUSD for many years, died last Tuesday, according to the GoFundMe. “This world has been left with a giant void. On Tuesday, February 6th heaven gained the biggest angel that ever walked this ...

The Castaic Union School District (CUSD) recently announced they are accepting scholarship applications from now until March to further student’s education.  On Monday, CUSD announced that the Jene Fielder Trust Scholarship is now accepting applications.  Jene Fielder was a vibrant lady and despite not having children of her own, she deeply loved the children of Castaic.  Fielder resided in Castaic ...

The Castaic Union School District (CUSD) is delighted to welcome Melanie Long as the new Coordinator of Preschool Programs. With nearly 30 years of experience in the field of early childhood education, Melanie brings a wealth of expertise and a deep passion for providing quality educational experiences to young learners, CUSD officials said. Melanie Long’s journey in early childhood education ...