Dear El Monte Union Community,

As we move into the heart of the holiday season, November reminded us of what it means to show gratitude, give back, and celebrate the achievements that strengthen our El Monte Union family.

Across our campuses, students and staff embraced this spirit through meaningful cultural traditions, continued academic and athletic accomplishments, and a shared commitment to creating positive learning environments for all.

The month also brought our community together through Districtwide efforts, including the Facilities Master Plan Town Hall and the Band Showcase. Your involvement and support helped drive our work forward. We also continued preparing to implement our Phone-Free Policy in January to further strengthen student focus and engagement.

We look forward to coming together for our Family Posada on Friday, December 5 to celebrate the season and our connections with each other, and to our upcoming winter break. 

Stay up to date by following our District Facebook page and downloading our ParentSquare app.

Sincerely,

Dr. Edward Zuniga
Superintendent

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The El Monte Union High School District (EMUHSD) Board of Trustees recently adopted Board Policy 5131.8 - Mobile Communication Devices. The policy will take effect in January 2026, following the passage of California’s Phone-Free School Act (Assembly Bill 3216). The policy, developed in collaboration with District leaders, school administrators, and staff, establishes clear expectations for student mobile device use on campus to support safe, focused, and engaging learning environments.

While the District recognizes that mobile communication devices can be beneficial for learning and student well-being, they can also disrupt instruction and impact social interactions. The new policy limits student cell phone use during the school day to promote face-to-face connection, attentiveness, and academic engagement.

Click here to learn more. 

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The 2025 fall sports season was historic for EMUHSD, with multiple schools winning championships and making deep postseason runs.
 
At South El Monte High School, the football team made history with a 14–6 win over Pioneer High School to claim its first CIF Southern Section Division 14 Football Championship, while the girls volleyball team rallied to win its first CIF Division 9 title.
 
Read full story here.  
El Monte High School captured the Mission Valley League football championship and advanced to the CIF playoffs, while Mountain View excelled in volleyball and tennis and Arroyo shone in tennis and cross-country. Rosemead delivered strong runs in football, cross-country and girls volleyball, earning multiple postseason advancements. The District also launched a CIF‑sanctioned girls flag-football program across all five campuses, providing a platform to compete, develop skills, and enjoy a new athletic experience. 

The initiative began last year when South El Monte High and Rosemead High School introduced girls flag football as a CIF sport. Their early success and strong student interest encouraged El Monte, Mountain View, and Arroyo high schools to join this school year.
 
Read full story here.

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El Monte Union brought together student musicians from every high school for a spirited Band Showcase on Nov. 19 at Rosemead High School’s Marinelli stadium. 
 
Families and community members enjoyed standout performances from each campus, culminating in a powerful combined rendition of “America the Beautiful” that highlighted the talent and unity across the District. 

 

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