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Principals report test-score gains, improved attendance and lower suspensions at David G. Mellon and Desert Rose

Palmdale School District Board of Trustees · January 21, 2026
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David G. Mellon and Desert Rose principals presented accountability reports Jan. 21 showing growth in ELA, math and science measures, improved attendance and large drops in disciplinary suspensions attributed to PBIS and restorative-practices work.

Principals from two Palmdale schools presented detailed accountability progress reports at the Jan. 21 board meeting, highlighting academic and climate improvements the sites attribute to targeted instructional shifts and student-support strategies.

At David G. Mellon Law and Government Magnet Academy, Principal Melissa Contre told trustees the school is guided by the Palmdale Promise and credited PLC-driven instruction and teacher professional development for recent gains. Assistant Principal Allison Baker reported that ELA remains the school's…

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