At Manteca Unified, every student is a learner! Regardless of whether a student is an athlete, English learner, foster youth, a differently abled student, or from any particular background, all students deserve the opportunity to learn, belong, and succeed.

This month's video spotlight focuses on inclusion and an approach that goes beyond a label or program, reflecting MUSD's belief that every student can grow and be challenged in the classroom, no matter the needs or services they receive.

Through the District's Co-Teaching Model, both General Education and Special Education teachers work side-by-side in the same classroom to deliver rigorous instruction and meaningful support for all learners.

Learn more about this teaching model by watching our full video here: 🎥https://bit.ly/4jR9N9h.

Community Feedback Sessions: Share Your Experiences

Every year, we invite families to share feedback on important topics, including student learning, safety, attendance, college and career readiness, and the programs and services that support our students.

Led by District Leadership, these Community Feedback Sessions provide families with an overview of the District's goals outlined in the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) and how these goals are taking shape in our classrooms and schools.

As we enter the final year of our three-year planning cycle, we are especially eager to hear meaningful feedback and impactful stories from families about:


• What is working well in classrooms and schools?
• Services that are making a difference for your child.
• The results and progress you are seeing for your child.

Your family's real-life experiences and insights will help guide future discussions and shape future priorities

MUSD will host five Community Feedback Sessions at locations across the District on the following dates:

Wednesday, February 4 @ 6:00 p.m. — MUSD District Office RESC Building

Friday, February 6 @ 9:00 a.m. — MUSD District Office RESC Building

Tuesday, February 10 @ 6:00 p.m. — Joseph Widmer Elementary (Multipurpose Building)

Wednesday, February 11 @ 1:00 p.m. — Virtual


Register to attend our virtual meeting 👉 bit.ly/LCAPFeedbackSession

Thursday, February 12 @ 6:00 p.m. — George Komure Elementary (Library)

Did you know you can choose the language you receive school messages in?

Families can now select a Preferred Language in the Q Parent Connect portal to receive school and District communications, such as phone calls, text messages, and emails, in the language they prefer.


If you would like to review or update your preference, simply log in to Q Parent Connect and adjust your settings at any time.

How to Update Your Preferred Language in Q Parent Connect:

1. Log in to Q Parent Connect
2. Click on "My Information"
3. Select "Preferred Language" and choose your preference
4. Click "Submit" to save your changes
   

When you log in, you may notice TWO language fields: “primary language” and the other “preferred language”.

Primary Language
You cannot change your primary language. This is the language selected when you registered your child and refers to the language spoken at home. It is used for reporting purposes. 

Preferred Language
You can update your preferred language at any time. This lets us know the language you’d like us to use when communicating, both in writing and verbally.

Keeping your Preferred language up to date helps ensure you do not miss important announcements, reminders, and school communications.

Prepare for High School: Helping 8th Grade Families Make the Transition

8th-grade students across Manteca Unified are just a few steps away from starting their high school journey!

MUSD's Horizon to High School program is designed to support students and families as they prepare to transition from junior high to freshman year. The webpage provided includes helpful information, timelines, and tools to guide families through this exciting new chapter.

Check out MUSD's Digital 2026-27

High School Course Catalog

Planning Ahead for High School? The 2026-27 Course Catalog is now available online.

Our digital course catalog helps students and families explore classes, programs, and learning opportunities offered at MUSD high schools.

The catalog is available in English, Spanish, and Punjabi and can be accessed anytime by visiting our Horizon to High School webpage and clicking the "Planning Your Freshman Year" tab.

Registration for 2026-27 School Year

Registration for the 2026-27 school year is now open for all TK-12th-grade students who will be NEW to Manteca Unified.

Families are strongly encouraged to register as early as possible, as class sizes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Registering early gives your child the highest chance of attending their school of residence (the school assigned based on your home address).

Additionally, the Open Enrollment window opened on January 20. This process allows families to apply for their child(ren) to attend a MUSD school other than their school of residence. Also known as school-to-school transfers. Please note: elementary families with a student currently attending a school through Open Enrollment must reapply during this window.

Open Enrollment forms must be submitted online by February 27. Visit www.mantecausd.net/transfer to access the digital Open Enrollment form.

Transitional Kindergarten (TK): A Strong Start Begins Here

Families who live within MUSD boundaries have an exciting opportunity to give their youngest learners a strong start with Transitional Kindergarten (TK).

Do you have a child who will turn 4 years old on or before September 1, 2026? If so, they are eligible for TK for the 2026-27 school year!

Transitional Kindergarten is the year between preschool and kindergarten that helps children build strong early learning skills and gives them a developmentally appropriate head start. Through purposeful learning, students develop early reading, literacy, and math skills, as well as communication and self-regulation strategies. Most importantly, they build an early love for learning! 

The program provides:

• Free, full-day learning opportunities
• Lower staff-to-student ratio
• Curriculum aligned with instruction up to 3rd grade

As more families choose TK, we see children entering kindergarten more prepared and confident, with stronger foundational skills, such as letter identification and number recognition. Children who participate in TK are performing stronger and more proficiently in kindergarten, first grade, and beyond. 

To learn more about TK at MUSD, please visit www.mantecausd.net/TK!

Manteca Unified School District offers a wide range of opportunities for individuals Interested in supporting local students. Whether you're seeking part-time or full-time work, there's a role for anyone!

We invite you to explore the many ways to begin or continue your journey with MUSD. Opportunities range from 1 to 8 hours per day and include roles such as:


• Account Clerk II
• Outreach Liaison
• Personnel Technician
• Paraprofessionals (Bilingual, Early Childhood Education, Specialized Services, and more)
• Clerical Assistant
• Campus Monitors
• Custodians
• Nutrition Services Assistants
• School Site Assistants

Explore all open positions and apply today at edjoin.org/musd.

Want job updates delivered to you? Fill out our MUSD Interest form to stay informed about the latest job opportunities.

📣 BEEP BEEP, Special Job Call Out 📣

📢 Interested in becoming a Bus Operator with MUSD? 🚌

Manteca Unified School District is looking for individuals who would like to support local students in their community. Whether you’re an experienced driver or exploring a new career, we have opportunities for you!

We offer free bus operator training to help you get started, and for experienced drivers, we honor up to 10 years of professional driving experience on our pay scale.

Ready to take the next stop? For information on upcoming training dates or to learn more, contact our Transportation team at 📧 transportation@musd.net.

Become part of a team that plays a vital role in keeping our school days running safely and smoothly.

Couldn't Make It to the Human Trafficking Awareness Town Hall?

In January, Manteca Unified joined Manteca PD and local experts to host a Human Trafficking Awareness Town Hall, welcoming a room full of families and community members, who were provided a safe space for learning and dialogue, helping them better understand how human trafficking can occur in everyday communities — and how awareness and connection play a key role in prevention.

Through presentations, real-world examples, and a Q&A session, attendees gained insight into:

• What human trafficking is and the different forms it can take
• How grooming and online risks can make youth more vulnerable
• Warning signs and behaviors families can watch for
• Common myths surrounding human trafficking
  

💬 Continue the Conversation at Home 🗣️

Families are encouraged to review the attached flyer, which includes tips for starting conversations with your child about human trafficking, online safety, and ways to stay safe in digital spaces.

January Board Meeting Updates

Recognizing Our Board's Commitment to Students

At the January Board Meeting, Superintendent Dr. Clark Burke formally recognized each member of MUSD's Board of Education, presenting Certificates of Appreciation in gratitude for their service and leadership.

Throughout the year, Manteca Unified's Board makes student-centered decisions that support academic achievement, social-emotional well-being, safety, and welcoming learning environments.

Expanded Learning Shows Positive Results

MUSD's Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP) shared and updated on how expanded learning time is supporting student success across the district.

Data shared with the Board of Education showed that our students who participate in the 9-hour day program, including before-and-after school programs, intersession, and Summer Academy, have demonstrated an increase in math and reading achievement and have recorded lower rates of chronic absenteeism.

Manteca Unified is proud to provide targeted support through the ELOP program and looks forward to its continued growth as it serves even more students with the support they need to progress toward success in the classroom.

Enrollment Planning Updates

MUSD Board of Education continues to review enrollment trends and plan for future growth. Over the past few months, the Board reviewed enrollment data, approved attendance boundary adjustments, and discussed long-term planning options.

At this month's Board Meeting updates were provided on the progress on three-new elementary schools. After discussion, the Board did not move forward with a year-round education proposal due to current school capacity and new schools coming soon.

Across the District, modernization projects continue to enhance learning spaces, outdoor areas, and facilities that support student success and wellness.

Nutrition Services Warehouse Renovations 


A new modernization project is underway as crews begin renovations on what will soon be the Nutrition Education Warehouse. This new space will include a test kitchen for experimenting with new recipes, cold storage areas, and new delivery bays designed to support efficient loading and unloading.

As MUSD continues to expand meal options and serve more students each day, this project will provide the space needed to support fresh, locally sourced ingredients, scratch-cooked meals, and ensure timely delivery to all 29 school sites.

Playground & Hardcourt Upgrades at Brock Elliott

Students at Brock Elliott returned from winter break to an exciting upgrade, including newly paved asphalt hardcourts and refreshed playgrounds with more space for play. During the first week back, students were already enjoying the updated spaces, from climbing on the monkey bars to shooting hoops on the new blacktop.

These improvements support active play, student engagement, and safe outdoor learning environments. Families can look forward to more Brock Elliott updates soon, including a closer look at the new multipurpose building currently under construction.

Check out more photos of the beautiful upgrades on our Facebook page!

Nile Garden Makes Progress on Classroom Buildings

Nile Garden's new classroom buildings are quickly taking shape as they approach the final stages of construction. The two new eight-classroom buildings, which feature integrated learning commons, now have walls and doors in place, as well as drinking fountains and water bottle filling stations to support student wellness.

Outdoor improvements are also underway. Recent concrete work is setting the campus up for a brand-new playground.

Lathrop High Students Explore Careers Close to Home

Lathrop High School students are gaining real-world career insight through the City Speaker Series, a hands-on program that connects classroom learning with future career pathways. Through monthly guest speakers and field trips, students hear directly from City of Lathrop professionals working in fields such as engineering, public safety, parks and recreation, human resources, and community development.

Now in its third year, the program has grown to serve more students and continues to foster meaningful conversations about career options. These experiences help students see how city departments work together, what day-to-day roles look like, and how professionals build their career paths. Students also learned about communication, networking, and business professional skills tied to these careers. 

Read the full article by visiting the MUSD Newsroom!

Each February, our country honors the incredible contributions, achievements, and rich heritage of African Americans throughout history. Check out some of these featured titles by Black authors — available on Sora, MUSD’s FREE digital library — to celebrate Black History Month at home.

K-3rd Grade

• Hair Love by Matthew A Cherry
• Make Way for Dyamonde Daniel by Nikki Grimes
• The Carver Chronicles Series by Karen English
• The Year We Learned to Fly by Jacqueline Woodson

4th-8th Grade

• The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963 by Christopher Paul Curtis
• The Swag Is in the Socks by Kelly J. Baptist
• Dragons in the Bag Series by Zetta Elliott
• The Last Last-Day-of-Summer by Lamar Giles
• Ways to Make Sunshine by Renee Watson

High School

• I know why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou
• Dear Martin by Nic Stone
• Kindred by Octavia E. Butler
• This Side of Home by Renee Watson
• Slay by Brittney Morris

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February is also a time to celebrate the impact of Career Technical Education (CTE) and the powerful role it plays in shaping our students' futures.

With multiple CTE pathways offered across the district, MUSD connects students to hands-on learning experiences in agriculture, healthcare, engineering, automotive technology, and more. These pathways help students discover their interests, build real-world skills, and create meaningful pathways to college, certifications, and rewarding careers.

You can learn more about Manteca Unified's CTE pathways and offerings on our website's Career, College, and Enrichment page.

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Groundhog Day


A North American tradition where a groundhog’s behavior is believed to predict the length of winter. If the groundhog sees its shadow, there will be six more weeks of winter; if not, spring will come early.

Rosa Parks Day

"I would like to be known as a person who is concerned about freedom and equality and justice and prosperity for all people."

An American observance honoring civil rights activist Rosa Parks, known for refusing to give up her seat on a bus, which sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott and advanced the Civil Rights movement.

Frederick Douglass Day

"Knowledge is the Pathway from slavery to freedom."

A significant observance that celebrates the life of Frederick Douglass, a renowned author, orator, and leader whose work helped advance abolition, civil rights, and equal opportunity.

Susan B. Anthony Day

On her birthday, this commemorative holiday honors the legacy of Susan B. Anthony, a trailblazer for equality and women's suffrage. Her lifelong advocacy helped pave the way for women's right to vote and continues to inspire civic engagement and leadership.

Ramadan


A holy month in the Islamic calendar marked by fasting from dawn to sunset, prayers, and acts of charity. It is a time for spiritual reflection, self-discipline, and worship for Muslims worldwide.

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