◈ Homepage — https://www.bigsurunified.org/Skip to content Learning on the Edge HOME ABOUT US SCHOOL INFO NEWS & EVENTS DEPARTMENTS HELPFUL LINKS CONTACT US Welcome Welcome to Pacific Valley School! We are located in Monterey County on Highway One in Big Sur, California. Nestled between the Los Padres National Forest and the Pacific Ocean, our surroundings foster a proud tradition of environmental awareness. Our school offers comprehensive educational programs based on the highest academic standards that meet the needs of our TK/transitional kindergarten through twelfth-grade students. We’re very pleased that you’re taking the time to visit our online home. While you’re here, we invite you learn more about our district, our school, our programs, and our team members who work together to provide an exceptional educational experience for our students. We are also happy to speak with you about our school in person, so please contact us for more information. A Message from Our Superintendent Big Sur Unified School District has one school located on the southern coast of Big Sur, Pacific Valley School. With an ocean view and surrounded by lush forest, it is truly a magnificent and beautiful setting. In the 2025–2026 school year, we would like you to know about some of our projects and amazing curriculum. The school offers a quality education in a nurturing environment with a strong academic foundation. This year, our focus will continue with STEAM in our fourth year of implementation. We are fully vested. STEAM for all students STEAM Education is an approach to learning that uses science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics as access points for guiding student inquiry, dialogue, and critical thinking. Using STEAM, students take thoughtful risks, engage in experiential learning, persist in problem-solving, embrace collaboration, and work through the creative process. These are the innovators, educators, leaders, and learners of the 21st century! As a STEAM school, we will have a family STEAM Festival and field trips tied into the STEAM components. Every student has a STEAM class daily and all of our teachers are trained in STEAM concepts. We have 1:1 technology. Each student has a computer to use both at school and at home. This school year, teachers and students will also be using Smart Boards in the classroom. We follow a college-bound curriculum with hands-on opportunities in all areas of education. This includes AP classes, visits to colleges, and amazing field trips in areas of theater, science, culture, and music. We offer at least one overnight field trip each year. Please feel free to call the school for more information and to plan a visit. Thank you, Debbie Gold Debbie Gold Superintendent/Principal Big Sur Unified School District/Pacific Valley School QUICK LINKS » PARENTS » STUDENTS » EMPLOYEES » COMMUNITY » CALENDAR Proposition 28: Arts and Music in Schools Funding Annual Report Staff Report and Findings of Fact Regarding the Charter Renewal Petition of Big Sur Charter School State of the School LATEST NEWS Check Back Often We’re always adding new activities, programs, and special events that celebrate our students and community. PACIFIC VALLEY SCHOOL K-12 69325 HIGHWAY 1, BIG SUR, CALIFORNIA 93920 PHONE 805-927-4507 ©2026 | Site designed and maintained by School Webmasters ◈ Interior Pages — 10 pages crawledCalendar | Pacific Valley School K-12 Learning on the Edge Home About Us Our District Administration & Staff Governing Board Choose Us School Info Pacific Valley School Registration News & Events Annual Events Calendar News Departments Business Services Human Resources Helpful Links FAQ Our Community Contact Us Mountain Lion Calendar We know how busy you and your kids are! It can be a real balancing act to keep home and school calendars organized, and we hope our interactive calendar will help. Check back often to stay informed of important dates such as school holidays, early-release days, parent-teacher conferences, and more. Yearly District Calendar 2025–2026 District Calendar Pacific Valley School k-12 69325 Highway 1, Big Sur, California 93920 Phone 805-927-4507 ©2026 | Site designed and maintained by School Webmasters Choose Us | Pacific Valley School K-12 Learning on the Edge Home About Us Our District Administration & Staff Governing Board Choose Us School Info Pacific Valley School Registration News & Events Annual Events Calendar News Departments Business Services Human Resources Helpful Links FAQ Our Community Contact Us Choose Us We know you have choices when it comes to your child’s education, and we appreciate the time you take to learn more about our school. Pacific Valley School can offer your child a learning environment you won’t find anywhere else. Off the Beaten Path & Cutting Edge Nestled between Las Padres National Forest and the coast, BSUSD’s Pacific Valley School is somewhat “off the grid.” Our unique location enables us to provide: Smaller class sizes with individualized attention, instruction, and evaluation Discussions of serious environmental concerns to enrich our lessons and curriculum Ecologically-based field trips to enhance our students’ understanding of local and world issues Our students are truly “learning on the edge.” At Pacific Valley, students have access to exceptional learning opportunities that will encourage them to thrive. Special needs and advanced student services are available. High school students excel in their advanced placement classes and can simultaneously enroll in online courses through local colleges. Register Today We are always thrilled to welcome new students to the Pacific Valley School family. Please visit our Registration page to enroll your child today. What makes us unique? 3:1 Student to teacher ratio Individual Education Plan for every student Collaborative learning across age groups AP classes for high school students Online college courses A commitment to sustainable living with energy-efficient buildings and a school garden. Four days a week school (Fridays off) All-day kindergarten TK/transitional kindergarten (one day a week) Fun annual events Pacific Valley School k-12 69325 Highway 1, Big Sur, California 93920 Phone 805-927-4507 ©2026 | Site designed and maintained by School Webmasters FAQ | Pacific Valley School K-12 Learning on the Edge Home About Us Our District Administration & Staff Governing Board Choose Us School Info Pacific Valley School Registration News & Events Annual Events Calendar News Departments Business Services Human Resources Helpful Links FAQ Our Community Contact Us Frequently Asked Questions We’re happy to take this opportunity to answer some of the most common questions parents ask about our school. We hope you find the information you need here. If you have a question that’s not listed on this page, please contact a member of our staff. What should I do if my child has to miss school? School absences are disruptive both to the classroom and to your child’s learning, so we ask that you ensure your child’s regular attendance. In the event a student cannot avoid missing school because of an illness or family emergency, it’s important for parents or legal guardians to call the school office the morning of the absence to excuse their child. If parents cannot call, they must send a note with their child upon their return to school. Please understand that without a phone call or note, we will consider the absence unexcused, and that students may be suspended after three unexcused absences. Please refer to our student handbook for more details regarding excused and unexcused absences. You will find our handbook on the Parents page . What if my child arrives late or has to leave early? Promptness to class is extremely important. If a student cannot avoid arriving late, parents must provide a phone call or written excuse to explain the situation. We will treat continued tardiness on the part of any student very seriously in accordance with the school’s discipline policy. Can my child eat breakfast or lunch at school? Big Sur Unified School District is pleased to provide healthy meals at breakfast and lunch time through our PV Garden & Nutrition Program. All meals are free. Will my child have safe internet access while at school? We take the safety of our students very seriously. Pacific Valley School students have internet access on campus for educational purposes. Access is a privilege, not a right, and students must adhere to our acceptable-use policy, which we have clearly outlined in the BSUSD student handbook. We ask parents to discuss internet safety with their children to be sure they understand how to stay safe online. Does Pacific Valley School provide bus transportation for my child? Yes. We provide bus transportation within our district boundaries. Please contact the office for specific routes and schedules. Pacific Valley School k-12 69325 Highway 1, Big Sur, California 93920 Phone 805-927-4507 ©2026 | Site designed and maintained by School Webmasters News & Events | Pacific Valley School K-12 Learning on the Edge Home About Us Our District Administration & Staff Governing Board Choose Us School Info Pacific Valley School Registration News & Events Annual Events Calendar News Departments Business Services Human Resources Helpful Links FAQ Our Community Contact Us Pacific Valley News & Events There are big things happening at our little school! Parental involvement is very important to us, and we want to do our part by providing you with updated information about school events and news. Please check these pages regularly to stay in-the-know. Annual Events Calendar News Pacific Valley School k-12 69325 Highway 1, Big Sur, California 93920 Phone 805-927-4507 ©2026 | Site designed and maintained by School Webmasters Departments | Pacific Valley School K-12 Learning on the Edge Home About Us Our District Administration & Staff Governing Board Choose Us School Info Pacific Valley School Registration News & Events Annual Events Calendar News Departments Business Services Human Resources Helpful Links FAQ Our Community Contact Us Departments Whether we’re in the office or the classroom, we dedicate ourselves to providing an excellent learning experience for our students. Check out these pages to learn more about our departments and the services we provide. Business Services Human Resources Pacific Valley School k-12 69325 Highway 1, Big Sur, California 93920 Phone 805-927-4507 ©2026 | Site designed and maintained by School Webmasters Human Resources | Pacific Valley School K-12 Learning on the Edge Home About Us Our District Administration & Staff Governing Board Choose Us School Info Pacific Valley School Registration News & Events Annual Events Calendar News Departments Business Services Human Resources Helpful Links FAQ Our Community Contact Us Human Resources If you are looking for employment opportunities at Pacific Valley School or just need information related to human resources, you’ve come to the right place. We believe in providing excellent employee services with integrity and professionalism. Big Sur Unified School District is an equal opportunity employer that actively supports equal access for all. Join Our Team If you are passionate about educating young minds and are interested in working in a small-school setting with big-time student achievement, Pacific Valley School may be just the place for you! Take a look at the information on this page to find out what positions are available. Then, for consideration for employment, please contact our office. Available Positions We post Pacific Valley School certificated job opportunities on EdJoin. Please follow the link below to find current openings. EdJoin.org Classified positions are posted here. Vacant classified positions: Please check back Salary Schedules Please refer to the documents below for BSUSD salary information. Certificated Salary Schedule Pacific Valley School k-12 69325 Highway 1, Big Sur, California 93920 Phone 805-927-4507 ©2026 | Site designed and maintained by School Webmasters Our District | Pacific Valley School K-12 Learning on the Edge Home About Us Our District Administration & Staff Governing Board Choose Us School Info Pacific Valley School Registration News & Events Annual Events Calendar News Departments Business Services Human Resources Helpful Links FAQ Our Community Contact Us Our District Big Sur Unified School District serves students in TK/transitional kindergarten through twelfth grade. Our district boundaries stretch 60 miles along the Pacific Coast from Anderson Canyon to the southern Monterey County line. We provide a small student population with personalized attention, helping them grow both academically and socially. The Big Sur USD was first established as the Pacific Valley School District in the 1950’s and later changed its name to Big Sur Unified School District in 2012. Our district embraces unique educational programs and projects that help our students become environmentally conscientious, contributing members of this 21st century community. BSUSD’s only public school, Pacific Valley School , is located on Highway 1 in Monterey County. Nestled between Los Padres National Forest and the Pacific Ocean, our surroundings foster a proud tradition of environmental awareness. We offer comprehensive educational programs based on the very highest academic standards. If you are interested in an alternative style of education, our district is the authorizing agency for the Big Sur Charter School , which offers quality education with a home-school approach. The BSUSD Commitment The Big Sur Unified School District reaffirms its policy that students and adults in both schools and offices should treat all persons equally and respectfully and refrain from the willful or negligent use of slurs against any person on the basis of race, language spoken, color, gender, religion, handicap, national origin, immigration status, age, sexual orientation, or political belief. Our Vision Big Sur Unified School District strives to provide quality education that will empower all students to thrive in a changing environment and attain their highest level of potential and be lifelong learners. Additional Resources California Department of Education Common Core State Standards Governing Board Testing & Accountability Pacific Valley School k-12 69325 Highway 1, Big Sur, California 93920 Phone 805-927-4507 ©2026 | Site designed and maintained by School Webmasters Registration | Pacific Valley School K-12 Learning on the Edge Home About Us Our District Administration & Staff Governing Board Choose Us School Info Pacific Valley School Registration News & Events Annual Events Calendar News Departments Business Services Human Resources Helpful Links FAQ Our Community Contact Us Registration If you have a child who will be entering TK/transitional kindergarten in the fall, or if you are new to the Big Sur area and need to register your child for school, we welcome you! What to Bring To register your child at Pacific Valley School, please visit our school office, and be sure to bring the following documentation: Child’s original birth certificate Immunization records Proof of residency Required Forms Please contact our front office for the required registration forms. Immunization Requirements Learn more about California’s immunization requirements for school-age children. CA Immunizations Pacific Valley School k-12 69325 Highway 1, Big Sur, California 93920 Phone 805-927-4507 ©2026 | Site designed and maintained by School Webmasters News | Pacific Valley School K-12 Learning on the Edge Home About Us Our District Administration & Staff Governing Board Choose Us School Info Pacific Valley School Registration News & Events Annual Events Calendar News Departments Business Services Human Resources Helpful Links FAQ Our Community Contact Us Pacific Valley School News We are incredibly proud of our students, and we want to share their accomplishments with you. Amazing things are happening on and off our school campus every day. We will update this page regularly with all the latest news, so please visit often! Check Back Often We’re always adding new activities, programs, and special events that celebrate our students and community. Newsletter Archive Miss a previous newsletter? We’ve got you covered. Please visit our Newsletter Archive page to view past issues. Round-Up Archive Miss a previous news release? We have them for you. Please visit our Round-Up Archive page to view past news releases. Pacific Valley School k-12 69325 Highway 1, Big Sur, California 93920 Phone 805-927-4507 ©2026 | Site designed and maintained by School Webmasters Business Services | Pacific Valley School K-12 Learning on the Edge Home About Us Our District Administration & Staff Governing Board Choose Us School Info Pacific Valley School Registration News & Events Annual Events Calendar News Departments Business Services Human Resources Helpful Links FAQ Our Community Contact Us Business Services Our Business Department manages accounts payable and receivable, budget allocation, purchasing, fiscal reporting, and all other financial affairs. We understand the responsibility that comes along with these tasks, and we strive to perform each one with integrity. Our goal is to maximize BSUSD’s financial resources, allowing our school to maintain the very highest standards of academic excellence. Please contact our office with questions or concerns about how our district operates. We’re happy to assist you. Financial Transparency You may access our financial reports to see how your tax dollars are being spent towards education. 2022–2023 Education Protection Account Expenditures 2021–2022 Unaudited Actuals and 2022–2023 45-Day Budget Revision Pacific Valley School k-12 69325 Highway 1, Big Sur, California 93920 Phone 805-927-4507 ©2026 | Site designed and maintained by School Webmasters