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Hilltop Drive Elementary School prepares students for future success by teaching the standards and skills necessary to live as respectful, responsible, and productive citizens. We motivate students to be tolerant of and kind to others, value lifelong learning, and strive to achieve their greatest potential. As a caring, dedicated staff committed to our students, families, and community, we affect individuals and society at large.
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84 East J Street, Chula Vista, CA 91910
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District News & Announcements
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At the April 8 Board of Education meeting, the Chula Vista Elementary School District (CVESD) Board approved adopting a new History–Social Science curriculum, Social Studies Weekly, for students in kindergarten through sixth grade.
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At the Chula Vista Elementary School District (CVESD), we deeply value the voices and experiences of our students, families, and staff. As part of our ongoing commitment to listen, learn, and continuously improve, CVESD partners with Hanover Research to administer an End-of-Year Survey that provides important insight into how we can strengthen the learning environment for every student.
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about CVESD Board of Education Recognizes April 2026 as National Autism Acceptance Month
![Portrait of Estella Madrigal standing in a strong arm flex pose.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1774027910/cvesdorg/eeiuvjrrqwnjxxv0xiyo/estella-victorious-cropped.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1774027910/cvesdorg/eeiuvjrrqwnjxxv0xiyo/estella-victorious-cropped.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1774027910/cvesdorg/eeiuvjrrqwnjxxv0xiyo/estella-victorious-cropped.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1774027910/cvesdorg/eeiuvjrrqwnjxxv0xiyo/estella-victorious-cropped.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1774027910/cvesdorg/eeiuvjrrqwnjxxv0xiyo/estella-victorious-cropped.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1774027910/cvesdorg/eeiuvjrrqwnjxxv0xiyo/estella-victorious-cropped.png","width":2094}])
At EastLake Elementary School, fifth grade student Estella Madrigal is known for her bright outlook, determination, and the way she embraces every opportunity that comes her way.
Whether she is serving on Safety Patrol, cheering on her classmates, or taking on new adventures, Estella approaches life with confidence and enthusiasm. But her journey to this moment has been one of remarkable strength.
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The Chula Vista Elementary School District proudly celebrates Sonia Sotomayor Elementary School Special Day Class teacher Hezekiah Herrera, Ed.D., for receiving the 2026 Students with Exceptional Needs Human Rights Award from the California Teachers Association (CTA).
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The Chula Vista Elementary School District (CVESD) is proud to recognize Timothy Basquez, custodian at Joseph Casillas Elementary School, as the 2025–26 CVESD Classified Employee of the Year.
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The Chula Vista Elementary School District (CVESD) is proud to recognize two staff members who were recently honored at the 2026 San Diego County School Social Work Awards Program.
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The Chula Vista Elementary School District (CVESD) is proud to announce that three of its schools have earned the Purple Star School designation for 2026 through the California Purple Star School Designation Program, and a teacher was awarded Purple Star School Employee of the Year.