Official newsletter of the Santa Ana Unified School District, designed to inform the community about District related news, opportunities, and resources.
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SAUSD Board of Education Passes Resolution Proclaiming May 2024 as National Mental Health Month
The Santa Ana Unified School District Board of Education has passed a resolution proclaiming May 2024 as National Mental Health Month. The resolution acknowledges mental health as being essential to children’s overall social emotional health and well-being, propelling children and youth to thrive at home, school, and their community. Click here to read it.
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SAUSD Board of Education Passes Resolution Proclaiming May 6-10, 2024 as National Teacher/Support Staff Appreciation Week
The Santa Ana Unified School District Board of Education has passed a resolution proclaiming May 6-10, 2024 as National Teacher/Support Staff Appreciation Week. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all of our incredible teachers and support staff for their invaluable contributions as partners in learning. Read the resolution passed by our Board honoring their dedication here.
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SAUSD Board of Education Passes Resolution Proclaiming May 6-12, 2024 as School Nurses’ Week
The Santa Ana Unified School District Board of Education has passed a resolution proclaiming May 6-12, 2024 as School Nurses’ Week, recognizing the crucial role school nurses play in promoting the health and well-being of our students. We're deeply grateful for their dedication, and we invite everyone to join us in honoring their invaluable contributions. Read the full resolution here.
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2024 High School Commencement Ceremony Schedule Announced
Graduation season has officially arrived in SAUSD, and along with it comes this year’s high school commencement ceremony schedule, which can be found here! Reminder: Admission tickets are required for in-person attendance. And all ceremonies will be live streamed at www.sausd.us/ClassOf2024.
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SAUSD Seniors: Tell Us About Your Post-Graduation Plans
Whether you’re pursuing college, career, military or other avenues after high school, the District wants to share your story with our community! Log into your sausdlearns account, fill out this interest form, and upload your photo for a chance to be featured in our #SAUSDClassOf2024 social media campaign.
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Valley H.S. Student Makes History with ROTC Scholarship Win
Congratulations to Rosalyn Pena from Valley High School! Rosalyn has been awarded an ROTC Scholarship, making history as the first student from SAUSD to receive this prestigious honor. Major Victor Shen presented the scholarship, with Congressman Lou Correa joining in the celebration. We're immensely proud of Rosalyn's dedication and accomplishments. For snapshots capturing this memorable occasion, click here.
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Mendez Fundamental Intermediate School’s Cassandra Cabrera Named Orange County Teacher of the Year!
Mendez Fundamental Intermediate School Teacher Cassandra Cabrera has been honored as an Orange County Teacher of the Year! During a surprise visit from the Orange County Department of Education's 'Prize Patrol,' Ms. Cabrera was celebrated for her exceptional dedication and hard work. Her outstanding achievement comes with a $25,000 prize, and she's now a contender for the state Teacher of the Year award! Congratulations, Ms. Cabrera, for penning your success story and representing our school district with such excellence. To view photos from the surprise visit, click here.
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SAUSD Honors ASB High School Presidents for Outstanding Service
SAUSD recently celebrated the outstanding achievements of ASB high school presidents in an end-of-the-year ceremony. Board Member Hector Bustos commended each student with a plaque, recognizing their unwavering dedication to representing their schools with pride. Through monthly gatherings of the ASB President and Advisors Council Committee, students have utilized a platform to exchange ideas, offer feedback, and seize learning opportunities. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all for their steadfast commitment to enriching their school communities through service. Click here for photos.
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Community Alert: Protect Our Schools! Report Suspicious Activity in SAUSD Now
We are witnessing a concerning rise in thefts and vandalism at our school sites in the Santa Ana Unified School District and across the region. Our schools are vital to the education and wellbeing of our children, and we must all play a part in protecting these precious spaces. If you see anything suspicious around our school sites, please don't hesitate to act. Your vigilance is key in safeguarding our educational environments. By working together, we can ensure that our schools remain safe and nurturing places for our students to learn and grow. Report any suspicious activities immediately to our School Police at 714-558-5535.
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Flyers: Community Resources and More - Week of May 1-7, 2024
Looking for covid resources and to connect with groups that provide free groceries, diapers, parenting workshops, and more? Check out this week's flyer round-up here for details on these and other helpful resources.
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MCHS Class of 2024
Celebrating the exceptional Class of 2024 at Middle College High School! With an impressive 100% graduation rate and a record-breaking 87% earning both their high school diploma and Associate's Degree, this year's accomplishments reach new heights! Watch a short video here.
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Intermediate Robotics Invitational & STEAM Career Showcase
Inspiring the innovators of tomorrow! Last weekend, over 100 bright minds converged at the SAUSD Intermediate Robotics Invitational & STEAM Career Showcase, igniting a passion for technology and creativity. Watch a short video here.
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Carver’s Environmental Literacy Fair
Exploring, Learning, and Protecting Our Planet! Carver Elementary's Environmental Literacy Fair was a vibrant journey of discovery and conservation, where students and our community joined hands to delve into the wonders of our environment. Led by passionate environmental experts, it was an interactive celebration of learning! Watch highlights from the event here.
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Intermediate Schools Host Open House
Fostering family and community involvement is essential in SAUSD! Click here to see how our intermediate schools recently embraced the community during Open House events.
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SAUSD Rewind for the Week of Apr. 29 - May 3, 2024
Join us in taking a look back at our top headlines of the week. Click here to watch.
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May 7, 2024 - Special Board Meeting – Closed Session Only
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May 8, 2024 - Modified Day (Elementary & Intermediate)
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May 14, 2024 - Regular Board Meeting
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May 15, 2024 - Modified Day (Elementary & Intermediate)
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May 16, 2024 - Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) Community Advisory Committee (CAC) Meeting
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May 20, 2024 - District Advisory Committee & District English Learner Advisory Committee (DAC/DELAC) Virtual Mtg.
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May 22, 2024 - Modified Day (Elementary & Intermediate)
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May 27, 2024 - Holiday - Memorial Day
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May 28, 2024 - Middle College High School Graduation Ceremony
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May 28, 2024 - Educational Options Graduation Ceremony
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May 28, 2024 - Godinez Fundamental High School Graduation Ceremony
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May 29, 2024 - Segerstrom High School Graduation Ceremony
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May 29, 2024 - Century High School Graduation Ceremony
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May 29, 2024 - Saddleback High School Graduation Ceremony
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May 30, 2024 - Last Day of School (K-12)
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May 30, 2024 - Modified Day (K-12)
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May 30, 2024 - Circulos High School Graduation Ceremony
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May 30, 2024 - Santa Ana High School Graduation Ceremony
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May 30, 2024 - Valley High School Graduation Ceremony
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May 31, 2024 - Duty Day - Student Free Day
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