South Whittier School District

The South Whittier School District is an educational agency located in Whittier, California that serves students from pre-kindergarten through 8th grade. The District provides educational instruction, extracurricular activities, nutritional services, and other essential programs for the academic and social development of its student population.

The District has received several notable federal grant awards that have enabled it to implement various programs and initiatives. In 2023, it was awarded a $999,750 Project Grant from the Department of Justice to fund school safety measures, including an anonymous tip hotline, threat assessment training, and a behavioral response team. Additionally, the grant supported implementing the evidence-based Zones of Regulation social-emotional learning curriculum to help students develop problem-solving, coping, and self-regulation skills. The District also received a $473,019 grant from the Department of Justice's Community Oriented Policing Services Office to enhance school security and promote a positive learning environment. Furthermore, the District has received numerous sub-awards from the California Department of Education to support academic achievement, English language proficiency, high-poverty school assistance, fresh fruit and vegetable programs, COVID-19 pandemic response, teacher quality initiatives, after-school enrichment activities, and nutritional services through the National School Lunch and Breakfast programs. These federal grants have enabled the South Whittier School District to provide comprehensive educational services, promote school safety, and address the diverse needs of its student population.