This is a partial list of significant accomplishments achieved by the Huntington Beach Union High School District Governing Board in 2014
- Budget continues to be managed with great fiscal care -- approximate unrestricted reserve of 15%
- HBUHSD was once again (four of the past five years), nominated as a top workplace in Orange County - the only school district to receive a nomination
- The LCAP (Local Control Accountability Plan) was approved by the Orange County Department of Education with no revisions and was marked as exemplary
- The quality and beauty of our school sites rival any in Orange County
- Arts programs continue to thrive, with full program offerings at every site, in addition to the Academy for Performing Arts
- Athletics programs continue to grow and are successful at the local and CIF levels, with multiple CIF State and Southern Sections championships over the past three years
- HBUHSD received the prestigious AP Honor Roll Award from the College Board
- College going rate exceeds 75%
- All schools received the highest WASC accreditation term of six years
- High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE)pass-rate for first-time takers exceeds 93%
- Graduation rates of 93% exceed County and State averages
- Advanced Placement test access and pass-rates continue to increase each year
- Complete upgrade of district technology infrastructure was successful, without the use of general fund dollars
- Great vision and leadership was reflected in managing and closing out a very successful community approved General Obligation Bond
- Student and teacher access to wireless technology is found campus-wide and continues to grow
- Wellness Partnerships are in place with UCLA, OCDE, the County of Orange, and California Youth Services
- The Board has adopted protocols and baseline testing for all student athletes
- The Board has fostered very strong and meaningful partnerships with each of the cities it serves -- emergency services, community projects, and community use agreements
- Our Parent University continues to thrive and provide important outreach and education to the community
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