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Amber Bickes, Principal
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Reminder! Thursday, May 21st is a Half-Day for all K-12 students!
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Hello! My name is Kenna Darst, and I am so excited to be part of the Kindergarten team here at Playa Del Rey Elementary. This is my first year of teaching, and I can truly say that every day in Kindergarten is a brand-new adventure!
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Learn about 2026-2027 Playa del Rey Kindergarten Classrooms!
District News
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Visit our 2026 Graduation page for ceremony dates and key graduation information.
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"You are not only Employees of the Year—you are a reflection of the very best of who we are and who we aspire to be.”
From across every GPS school and department, 44 employees were recognized as Employee of the Year for their leadership, dedication, and the positive impact they have on our students and staff.
