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SAUSD E-Blast for April 13, 2018
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The weekly e-blast is designed to keep the Santa Ana Unified School District Community informed of district and educational information, recognitions, opportunities, and resources. Please feel free to share with others
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CALIFORNIA NAMES MUIR AND THORPE 2018 CALIFORNIA DISTINGUISHED SCHOOLS
Congratulations to John Muir and
Jim Thorpe fundamental elementary schools for being selected California Distinguished Schools.
Every year, California Department of Education honors some of the state's most exemplary and inspiring K-12 public schools who demonstrate significant gains in narrowing the achievement gap.
Muir and Thorpe are among the outstanding elementary schools who scored the highest overall achievement scores in academic and non-academic indicators and with high concentrations of low-income students and English learners.
To read more about how both schools are raising the academic bar and culture for their school communities, click here.
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JAGUARS CELEBRATE HIGHEST ADMISSION OF STUDENTS TO UC RIVERSIDE
To celebrate a college-going culture, Segerstrom High School honored 40 students, who have been officially admitted to attend University of California Riverside in the fall. This is one of the highest acceptances from a single school this year.Their acceptance to a top UC is an example of the rigor and academic excellence that students have received during their education in SAUSD schools.
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VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL GOLF TEAM HONORED FOR HIGHEST GPA IN REGION
Congratulations to the Santa Ana Valley High School
Boys Golf team for being selected the 2018 CIF Southern Section Team Academic Champion.
The team's grade point average of
3.87 was the highest in the enrollment category of
1500 and above. Students will be honored at the Academic Awards ceremony on
Tuesday, May 1, 2018, at Angel Stadium during a ceremony prior to the Angels and the Baltimore Orioles baseball game.
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VALLEY STUDENT NAMED TO ALL-CIF SOUTHERN SECTION FOOTBALL TEAM
Santa Ana Valley High Schoo's Malcom Wesley is celebrating his selection to the 2017 All-CIF Southern Section Football Team by the LA84 Foundation. This is a prestigious list of the most talented players in the region. Congratulations and best wishes to Wesley.
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SANTA ANA HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS NAMED SEMI-FINALIST FOR ARTIST OF THE YEAR
Congratulations to Santa Ana High School seniors, Luis Jimenez and Allen Pacheco for being selected as the top 15 Semi-Finalist out of 81 nominations for Artist of the Year.
All Instrumental musician nominees submitted a written statement, performance video and an artistic resume in one of the following specialties: piano and strings, winds and percussion, jazz music, commercial music, and world/cultural music.
Click here to read an article written by the OC Register.
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SAUSD BOARD PROCLAIMS APRIL 11, 2018 BARBARA LAWRENCE-HILL DAY
For 130 years, SAUSD has been creating an educational legacy tracing back as early as the 1880's.
The late Barbara Ann Lawrence-Hill is an example of that legacy by becoming SAUSD and Orange County's first African American Teacher in the 1960's. To honor her legacy and the many contributions she made in the lives of the SAUSD community, the SAUSD Board of Education has adopted a resolution, proclaiming April 11, 2018, as Barbara Ann Lawrence-Hill Day. "It is truly an honor to recognize someone who broke barriers during a tumultuous time in our country when people of color had very little rights and were discriminated against because of the color of their skin. Mrs. Lawrence-Hill made a sacrifice for the benefit of Santa Ana children, so it's a pleasure to honor her and designate a special day on her behalf," said Valerie Amezcua, SAUSD Board President.
Hired in 1963, Lawrence-Hill taught at Fremont Elementary, Diamond Elementary and Madison Elementary School. She retired in June of 1996 after 33 years of service. She passed away on January 26, 2018 at the age of 82. To read the resolution adopted in her honor and learn more about the impact she made in SAUSD, click here.
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The next regular meeting of the Board of Education will be held on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 at 6:00 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Aryanna Mendoza, a student at Esqueda Elementary School.
High school ambassadors from the following schools - Godinez Fundamental, REACH Academy, Saddleback, and Segerstrom High schools - provided reports on the activities and events that are taking place on their respective campuses.
The Board recognized Joey Daniels of Santa Ana High School for his State Wrestling Championship win and for placing 2nd at Nationals. They also recognized Ambassadors of Compassion for the work that they are doing to provide more opportunities for SAUSD students.
The Board made five staff appointments, approved the renewal charter petition for Edward B. Cole, Sr. Academy, and approved the revised dual enrollment memorandum of understanding with Santa Ana College. In addition, the Board approved to amend the Academic Calendar for 2018-19 and 2019-20 and approved the Academic Calendar for 2020 -21.
The following presentations were provided to the Board: Santa Ana Schools Police Department 2017 Annual Update, Bond Feasibility Update, and 2018 General Obligation Refunding Bonds and 2018 Refunding Certificates of Participation Overview Analyses.
In addition to adopting a resolution for Barbara Hill-Lawrence Day, the Board also adopted a resolution declaring the rights of all students to equity in arts learning. To watch the entire Board meeting, click here.
Members of the SAUSD Board of Education
Valerie Amezcua, President
Rigo Rodriguez, Ph.D., Vice President
Alfonso Alvarez, Ed.D., Clerk
Cecilia "Ceci" Iglesias, Member
John Palacio, Member
Stefanie P. Phillips, Ed.D., Superintendent
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THE CITY OF SANTA ANA PROCLAIMS
APRIL 3, 2018, AS JOEY DANIEL DAY
The Santa Ana City Council proclaimed April 3, 2018, as Joey Daniel Day. At the city council meeting held on April 3, the City Council Members and the Mayor of Santa Ana acknowledged Joey for his spectacular accomplishments.
Joey Daniel is an elite Wrestling athlete who took this years Goldenwest League Championship title, CIF Championship title for four years in a row, State Championship title and 2nd Place National Championship title in Virginia. He was recently named OC Register Wrestler of the Year: "Joey stands alone as a "Saint" and a Champion! You are a unique example of the opportunity and excellence that exists at SAHS on a daily basis," said Jeff Bishop, Principal of Santa Ana High School.
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SANTA ANA CITY COUNCIL RECOGNIZES SAUSD SCHOOL CLIMATE COMMITTEE
On April 3, 2018, the Santa Ana City Council recognized the District's School Climate Committee for their continuous impact and support to SAUSD students.
The School Climate Committee works collaboratively and comprehensively with staff, parents, and the community to strengthen the learning environment with a focus on raising the achievement of all students and preparing them for the success in college and career.
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WELCOME NEW SAUSD ADMINISTRATORS
Omar Ezzeldine, Ed.D.: Director of Classified Professional Development
Dr. Ezzeldine began his career as a Science Teacher for Curtis School in 1997; He was a Principal for Emirates National Schools in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates in and an Early Learning Project Manager for the Los Angeles County Office of Education.
Sharon Bi: Assistant Director of Research and Evaluation
Ms. Bi began her career as an Assistant Project Analyst for the University of California, Irvine. She has worked as a Program Manager and Program Specialist for the Orange County Department of Education and an Educational Research Analyst for the Santa Ana Unified School District.
Sandra McCoy: Director of Human Resources
Ms. McCoy began her career as a Credentials Analyst and Executive Assistant of Human Resources/Superintendent's Office for the Palmdale School District. She has been an Assistant Director of Human Resources for the Palmdale School District.
Hector C. Galicia, Ed.D.: Valley High School Principal
Dr. Galicia began his career as an Elementary Teacher for the Los Angeles Unified School District. He was an Assistant Principal for both the Buena Park School District and Lake Elsinore Unified School District, and a Principal for the West Covina Unified School District.
Manuel Chavez: Police Lieutenant
Lt. Chavez began his career as a Police Officer for the Los Angeles Police Department. He has worked as a Sergeant and Interim Lieutenant for the Santa Ana Unified School District.
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$3,000 GRANT FOR CLASSIFIED EMPLOYEES TO BECOME TEACHERS
The Orange County Department Education has been awarded another Classified Employee Grant through the California Commission on Teaching Credentialing. This grant provides approximately $3,000 per year to assist classified employees with the pursuit of their teaching credential. Classified employees from districts through Orange County will be selected to participate. If you are interested in learning more, please visit the Human Resources Section Classified Staff area of the SAUSD staff website. All required documents must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 26, 2018.
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KEVIN ARMSTRONG MD MEMORIAL SPORTS FOUNDATION DONATES RUNNING SHOES TO MENDEZ STUDENTS
The Kevin Armstrong MD Memorial Sports Foundation recently donated new running shoes to participants in its RunStrong running program at Mendez Fundamental Intermediate School.
In total, the Foundation has provided more than 1,000 pairs of top quality running shoes to students who participate in its programs at MacArthur, Mendez, McFadden and Carr intermediate schools, and Esqueda K-8 Elementary.
The Foundation was founded in 2005 to celebrate the life of the late orthopedic surgeon Dr. Kevin Armstrong, a former SAUSD student, and his belief that students of modest economic means could achieve higher goals if they received the proper support, inspiration and opportunities.
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STILL TIME TO ENROLL IN SAUSD FOR 2018-19 SCHOOL YEAR
The Santa Ana Unified School District is now accepting and enrolling new students for the 2018-19 school year.
SAUSD provides students with high quality teaching and an array of enriching programs, including STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math), Visual and Performing Arts, Dual College, 21st Century Career Academies, Early Childhood Programs and Special Needs Programs.
In addition to a strong focus on reading at every school, students have access to dual language programs, computer devices for school and home, free afterschool programs, free breakfast and lunch, safe and modern campuses, and free tuition at Santa Ana College during their freshman year. For more information, please call (714) 433-3481 or visit www.sausd.us/enroll.
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