Pasadena, TX— Park View Intermediate School is among 57 schools nationwide selected as a 2026 National Association of Elementary School Principals National Gold Star School, recognizing excellence in leadership and student-centered practices.

The recognition highlights schools that demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous improvement and collaborative learning environments. Park View Intermediate earned the honor through its alignment with NAESP’s three pillars of excellence: building culture, empowering people and optimizing systems.

The National Gold Star School program recognizes outstanding elementary and middle-level campuses where learning communities work together to improve performance and support student success. NAESP identifies effective schools as those organized around an established culture, empowered people and optimal systems, with each element working together to strengthen the others.

Under the leadership of Principal Christina Serna, Park View Intermediate has focused on creating a campus culture grounded in relationships and a shared mission. The school emphasizes a sense of belonging, ensuring students feel supported both academically and socially.

Efforts to strengthen culture and leadership throughout their campus community and teachers included structuring opportunities for student connection and family engagement, as well as intentional practices designed to create a positive school climate. These approaches reflect the campus’ belief in building a strong foundation where all students can succeed.

In addition, the campus has implemented systems designed to meet the needs of its diverse student population. These include targeted instructional support, collaborative planning and structured interventions that help ensure students receive individualized attention.

The three pillars emphasized by NAESP are interconnected; this honorary 2026 designation places Park View Intermediate among a select group of schools nationwide recognized for excellence all throughout their campus emphasizing leadership, collaboration and student-centered practices.