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Backpacks for Kids Program Underway at CCUSD Schools
In the weeks before the first day of school, the Culver City community came together in a true “it takes a village” spirit to make sure that students had the supplies they needed to start the year strong. On August 14, the Culver City Backpacks for Kids Program – coordinated by the Culver City Council…
Read MoreSTEM-tember: Building the Future Through Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math
September is STEM-tember! All month long, we’re celebrating how Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) programs prepare Culver City students for the future. These opportunities don’t just build technical knowledge – they foster creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills that open doors to college, careers, and lifelong learning. Thanks to community support, CCEF is powering hands-on…
Read MoreArts in Education Week: Ensuring Every Student Has Access to Creativity
September 7-13, 2025 is National Arts in Education Week, a time to recognize how the arts shape students’ lives and help them succeed academically, socially, and personally. Here in Culver City, that celebration feels especially urgent. With state and federal budget cuts reducing what schools can provide for art supplies, many of our district’s most…
Read MoreStudents Find Calm and Focus Through New Course
During the 2024-25 school year, thanks to a generous grant from the Exchange Club of Culver City, Culver Park High School was able to offer a new course called Well-Being for Academic Success to support general well-being and individual needs as unique as each student. Culver Park High School is an alternative educational option within…
Read MoreAdding Up Achievements: Annual Tournament Boosts Student Enthusiasm for Math
How many two-digit odd numbers contain the digit 4? (Read to the end to find out.) On March 15, 2025, 29 teams of 4th and 5th grade students from CCUSD and other Los Angeles County schools took on math questions like this in the 18th Annual Excellence in Mathematics Culver City “E = MC2” Tournament…
Read MorePlanting the Seeds of STEM Learning
Spring is a season of growth, and thanks to community support, CCUSD students are experiencing hands-on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) learning that nurtures curiosity and critical thinking beyond the traditional science standards. Research shows that early exposure to STEM education strengthens problem-solving skills and prepares students for future careers. According to the U.S.…
Read MoreExpanding Resources for CCUSD Educators
Educators across the Culver City Unified School District go above and beyond to provide our students with the resources and tools they need to to succeed academically and socially. But we know there’s always a need for more – more supplies, more advanced technology, accommodations for special needs, and creative classroom initiatives. A recent study…
Read MoreSupporting Student Well-Being
At Sandy Segal Youth Health Center, helping students overcome challenges and thrive is the heart of their mission. Operated by Venice Family Clinic, the center is located on campus to ensure accessibility and provides vital mental health services at little to no cost, making it a lifeline for students and families in need. Through strong…
Read MoreScreening Brings Community Together in Support of Music Education
On September 26, 2024, CCEF had the pleasure of co-hosting a screening of the Academy Award-Winning Documentary Short, The Last Repair Shop, at the Robert Frost Auditorium. The evening developed into much more than a screening – as an opportunity to showcase both the incredibly robust music education programs across CCUSD and also highlight the…
Read MoreCCEF’s 2023-24 Year in Review
We are excited to share CCEF’s 2023-24 Year in Review, a comprehensive look at the remarkable achievements from the past year. This document showcases how our efforts have impacted students’ learning experiences, while also recognizing the key individuals and community partners who helped drive our mission forward—to ensure every CCUSD student thrives and reaches their full…
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