BHHS Students Recognized at City Council for First-of-Its-Kind Internship Program Bridging Education

Beverly Hills, CA (April 24, 2026) – At the April 21, 2026 formal meeting of the Beverly Hills City Council, Beverly Hills High School students Janice Moon and Naomi Yasui were formally recognized for their exceptional work in the Community Services Commissions Internship Program, a collaboration between the City of Beverly Hills and the Beverly Hills Unified School District.

This recognition highlights a historic first for BHUSD. The Community Services Commissions Internship Program represents a new model of partnership between the City and the School District, giving students the opportunity to contribute directly to municipal operations and community programming. It reflects a new standard for what is possible when schools and local government work together with intention and shared vision.

Through the program, students gain hands-on experience in local government by participating in commission processes, supporting staff work, and developing real-world projects that benefit the community. Naomi Yasui served as a Community Services Commission Intern with the Arts and Culture Commission, while Janice Moon served with the Recreation and Parks Commission.

Their work reflects the excellence of BHUSD students. It highlights leadership, initiative, and a clear ability to apply learning in real-world settings.

“This recognition reflects what makes Beverly Hills exceptional,” said BHUSD Board President Judy Manouchehri. “When our City and School District come together, we create opportunities beyond the classroom. Seeing our students recognized on a City Council stage is incredibly meaningful and highlights both our strong partnership and their limitless potential.”

The success of this program is also made possible through the support of the Beverly Hills High School Career Academy and College & Career Center, which connect students with meaningful, real-world opportunities that extend learning beyond the classroom and into the community.

The internship program stands as a model for civic engagement, offering students direct exposure to how local government functions while empowering them to play an active role in shaping their community. By connecting education with public service, BHUSD and the City of Beverly Hills are preparing students for the future while developing the next generation of leaders.

In Beverly Hills, students are not just learning about the world. They are actively contributing to it.

As BHUSD continues to expand innovative partnerships and real-world learning opportunities, moments like this reinforce its position as a leader in public education where excellence is consistently delivered.

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BHHS students Janice Moon and Naomi Yasui are recognized by the Beverly Hills City Council on April 21, 2026, alongside BHUSD Leaders, BHUSD Board President Judy Manouchehri, City officials, and community leaders at Beverly Hills City Hall.

Photo Credit: The Beverly Hills Unified School District

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For Immediate Release 
April 24, 2026

Contact: Colby Gilardian
Public Information Officer
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