13 LBUSD Schools Earn Statewide Recognition for Positive Student Behavior Supports

Thirteen Long Beach Unified School District schools have earned 2026 California Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) Recognition, highlighting their work to create positive, supportive and inclusive learning environments where students can thrive.

Five LBUSD schools received Gold Recognition, and eight received Silver Recognition for implementing PBIS, a schoolwide framework that helps schools establish consistent expectations, reinforce positive behavior, and strengthen conditions for teaching and learning.

“Every student deserves to be seen, known, challenged, supported, and encouraged with care, regardless of where that student begins," Superintendent David Zaid said. "These schools are moving from values to action, creating positive school cultures and setting conditions for student success. I'm proud of our site Culture & Climate Teams, students, and families for bringing that commitment to life every day.”

Gold Recognized Schools

• Bret Harte Elementary School
• Powell Academy for Success
• Stevenson Elementary School
• Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School
• Webster Elementary School

Silver Recognized Schools

• MacArthur Park Elementary School
• Starr King Elementary School
• Jane Addams Elementary School
• Stephens Middle School
• Prisk Elementary School
• Riley Elementary School
• Cleveland Elementary School
• Barton Elementary School

The recognition provides a tangible measure of the work underway across LBUSD to strengthen school climate and support positive student behavior. Through PBIS, school teams use proactive, evidence-based practices to build consistent systems of support and to respond to students’ needs.

The recognized schools will be featured on the California PBIS website and celebrated during the Annual California PBIS Conference in Sacramento this October.

Congratulations to our Gold- and Silver-recognized schools and to the educators, staff, students, and families whose commitment helps make our schools welcoming, supportive places to learn and grow.