Denise Knutsen

Denise Knutsen is the Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services at West Covina Unified School District (WCUSD), where she plays a pivotal role in shaping the district’s reputation for innovation, academic excellence, and student success. She has been the driving force behind many of the programs and initiatives that set WCUSD apart as a leader in public education.

Publications:

Mt. SAC Early College Academy Announces Appointment of Nathan Slaymaker as New Principal

West Covina Unified School District Honored as San Gabriel Valley Favorite Once Again

West Covina Unified Appoints Kathy Tat-Chung as Principal of Cameron Elementary School

West Covina Unified School District Welcomes Veronica Caballero as New Director of Nutrition Services

Mt. SAC Early College Academy Seniors Graduate with Both High School Diplomas and Associate Degrees

WCUSD Speech and Debate Team Earns National Honors; Edgewood Middle School Named Back-to-Back School of Excellence Champion

Orangewood Elementary Awarded $10,000 Read Conmigo School Impact Grant to Support Dual Language Education

Edgewood High School Senior Aquilin Hsiao Awarded Prestigious National Merit Scholarship

West Covina Unified Celebrates Classified Employees Through CSEA’s ACE Program

West Covina High School Crowned Back-to-Back State Champions at CIF Esports Initiative Championship

West Covina High School Band Earns Top Honors at Regional Festival

WCUSD Parent Stella Shakhbazyan Honored as 2025 CABE Parent of the Year

West Covina High School Robotics Team 968 Shines at Regional Competition

Excellence Recognized: Edgewood High School’s Athletic Director Earns Top Honor

West Covina Unified School District’s Community Schools Initiative Expands Parenting