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Poway Unified School District is committed to excellence, equity, and preparing every student for a successful future.
Schools in Poway Unified School District
39 schoolsElementary Schools
(25)Middle Schools
(7)High Schools
(7)Reported Incidents
Report an IncidentCommunity-reported and third-party-sourced concerns. All incidents are allegations, not established facts.
District replaces suspensions with training
Alleged incident in Poway Unified School District · California
A California school district implemented a new disciplinary policy for misbehaving students. Instead of suspensions, students are now directed to diversity and implicit bias trainings. This change was promoted during a staff workshop in September 2022.
District adopts restorative justice
Alleged incident in Poway Unified School District · California
A California school district is adopting a new disciplinary approach. It is moving away from traditional suspensions in favor of a restorative justice model. This new system focuses on fostering empathy and celebrating diversity.
District adopts restorative justice
Alleged incident in Poway Unified School District · California
A California school district is reportedly implementing restorative justice programs. These programs are being used as an alternative to traditional suspensions and expulsions. This information comes from a training workshop obtained by an advocacy group.
Poway District Adds Ethnic Studies
Alleged incident in Poway Unified School District · California
The Poway Unified School District introduced new elective courses, "Ethnic Studies" and "Ethnic Literature," as part of its racial equity plan. These courses aim to promote understanding of race, culture, and systems of power. Some parents and residents express concern that the curriculum resembles Critical Race Theory, despite district denials.
School teaches privilege, identity, racism
Alleged incident in Poway Unified School District · California
A middle school displayed a "Wheel of Power/Privilege" chart at a meeting with parents and teachers. The institution also incorporates lessons on "identity" and "racism" into its curriculum, including a "Racial Justice Challenge" and staff equity training.
Source: GreatSchools, U.S. Department of Education, and school surveys.