California State Senator Susan Rubio visited Arroyo High School in El Monte on Oct. 10 as part of her Government Class Teaching Tour, where she met with students, parents, and staff to promote civic engagement and community connection.
Rubio, who represents California’s 22nd Senate District, spent time with government students to share insight into her work in the Legislature and her personal journey from educator to elected official. Her visit was part of a broader initiative to bring state government into local classrooms and encourage young people to consider leadership roles in their communities.
Focus on Civic Education
During her time in class, Rubio discussed the legislative process and answered questions from students learning about how state policy is created and enacted. The visit aimed to make government more accessible by connecting students directly with a current lawmaker representing their district.
Arroyo High School, part of the El Monte Union High School District, hosted the senator as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen civic learning and real-world application in its government curriculum. District officials described the visit as an opportunity for students to experience civic engagement firsthand through interaction with an active policymaker.
Community Connection and Mental Health Outreach
In addition to the classroom visit, Rubio met with Arroyo parents during a mental health workshop and greeted staff across campus. The workshop reflected ongoing attention within the district to student and family well-being. Her participation supported those efforts by linking education, wellness, and public service.
Photographs and brief summaries of the visit were shared by the El Monte Union High School District and Rubio’s office on social media, highlighting her interaction with students and the broader school community.
Part of a Regional Teaching Initiative
The stop at Arroyo High is one of several made by Rubio this year through her Government Class Teaching Tour. She has visited multiple schools in the San Gabriel Valley, including Covina and Baldwin Park, to teach lessons in civic responsibility and encourage student involvement in government.
While no formal program outline has been published, the tour aligns with Rubio’s background as a longtime teacher and her continued emphasis on education as a foundation for public service. Her visits demonstrate an effort to connect legislative work with classroom learning throughout the 22nd Senate District.
Arroyo High School’s participation reflects the district’s broader commitment to community partnerships and student engagement with local and state leaders. Events such as these offer students and families direct exposure to the role of government in their daily lives and the impact of civic participation.
