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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WEEKLY UPDATE FROM SUPERINTENDENT JERRY ALMENDAREZ: NOV. 8, 2021 |
In his new weekly newsletter to the community, Santa Ana Unified School District (SAUSD) Superintendent Jerry Almendarez provides information on Covid-19 vaccines for children ages 5-11, proposed changes to the way school board members are elected, Native American family outreach, and more. To read it, click here.
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PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING TRUSTEE AREAS AND ELECTIONS BY-TRUSTEE AREAS SET FOR NOV. 8, 2021 |
The Board of Education recently approved a plan to study the process of establishing Trustee Areas, and By-Trustee Area elections, that would take effect starting with the November 2022 election. The next public hearing on the issue is scheduled from 6-8 p.m. Nov. 8, 2021 at Century High School. Click here to read the agenda, to watch the meeting live, and to learn how to make a public comment. Click here to learn more about the process.
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BOARD OF EDUCATION TO MEET NOV. 9, 2021 |
The Board of Education is scheduled to meet Nov. 9, 2021 at the District Office, 1601 E. Chestnut Ave. in Santa Ana. Closed session begins at 5 p.m.; open session starts at 6 p.m. Click here to read the agenda, to watch the meeting live, and to learn how to make a public comment.
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SAUSD TO OBSERVE VETERANS DAY HOLIDAY NOV. 11, 2021 |
All SAUSD schools and District offices will be closed Nov. 11, 2021 in observance of the Veterans Day holiday. We thank all of our veterans for their patriotism and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. Instruction will resume the following day, Nov. 12, 2021. |
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SAUSD SCHOOLS EARN HIGH MARKS IN BEST K-8 SCHOOLS RANKINGS |
For the first time ever, U.S. News & World Report has published rankings and data on more than 80,000 public elementary and middle schools nationwide. All of the District's elementary and middle schools were ranked, and several received top spots. Thorpe Fundamental Elementary, Muir Fundamental Elementary, and Franklin Elementary are in the top 25 percent of elementary schools in the state according to the study, while Saddleback High School (which serves grades 7-12) is in the top 15 percent of middle schools. Click here to access the list.
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SAUSD TO HOLD NATIVE AMERICAN FAMILY OUTREACH EVENT NOV. 19, 2021 |
November is National American Indian Heritage Month. SAUSD joins our community in paying tribute to the rich ancestry and traditions of Native Americans. As part of this recognition, SAUSD will host a Native American Family Outreach Night for our Native families that will include food, dancers, and elders representing local tribes. The event is scheduled for Nov. 19, 2021, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the District Office, 1601 E. Chestnut Ave. in Santa Ana. Click here for more information.
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FOUR SAUSD SCHOOLS PARTICIPATE IN SMALL SCHOOLS FLAG FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT |
Students from Cesar Chavez High School, Lorin Griset Academy, Middle College High School and Circulos at the Advanced Learning Academy gave it their all during the small schools flag football tournament on Nov. 6, 2021 at the Santa Ana Public Schools Sports Complex. Middle College came away victorious from the event, which provides participants with athletic and enrichment opportunities, and ways to learn about sportsmanship, dedication, courage, and teamwork. Click here to read more.
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PHOTOS: STUDENTS, FAMILIES AND STAFF MARK DIA DE LOS MUERTOS |
SAUSD students, families and staff marked Dia de los Muertos last week with special altars, campus events and classroom lessons. Click here to view a round up of photos shared by our schools and from Santa Ana Valley High School's annual Valley de los Muertos event. For more photos, follow our schools on social media.
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#PROUD2BESAUSD PROFILE:
LISSET SORIA, ALUMNA AND EMPLOYEE
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Soria has worked at SAUSD for five years and currently serves as a secretary in the Building Services department. She is also a proud product of SAUSD, having attended Mendez Fundamental Intermediate School and Godinez Fundamental High School.
While a senior at Godinez, Soria assisted in the school’s front office as part of an elective class and discovered that she enjoyed helping her school community by providing them with quality customer service. Soria says the opportunity allowed her to gain the necessary skills to apply for an office assistant position at her alma mater after graduating from high school.
“I am #Proud2BeSAUSD because my mission at Building Services is to provide quality service to where our custodial staff are happy and understood. I strive to go the extra mile to make a difference for my department.”
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Are you a proud SAUSD parent, student, employee, graduate or community member? Tell us your story, and send us your photo, for a chance to be featured in our materials. Click here to participate.
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SAUSD OPEN ENROLLMENT FOR 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR RUNS THROUGH FEB. 25, 2022 |
Open enrollment for the 2022-2023 school year has begun and runs through Feb. 25, 2022. During this time parents may enroll new students, request transfers, and participate in the lottery process for fundamental schools. Check ParentSquare for important announcements, and visit www.sausd.us/enroll for the enrollment calendar and links.
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SAUSD HOLDING FREE SATURDAY COVID-19 TESTING CLINICS FOR THE COMMUNITY |
SAUSD is hosting free Covid testing at the District Office on Saturday mornings. The testing is open to the entire community. Click here for more information. For more Covid related resources, visit www.sausd.us/covid-resources.
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SAUSD COVID-19 INFORMATION & RESOURCES |
Looking for COVID-19 resources? Click here for information regarding SAUSD’s facemask requirements, COVID-19 guidelines for students and staff, COVID-19 dashboard, virtual learning options, and COVID-19 services available for parents, students, and staff.
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DOWNLOAD PARENTSQUARE APP TODAY |
SAUSD is now using the ParentSquare app to increase communication among families, schools and the District. Download the app today at the Apple AppStore or Google Play to begin receiving important news and updates from SAUSD teachers, schools, and departments. Click here for more information.
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- Nov. 8, 2021 - Special Board Meeting
- Nov. 9, 2021 - Regular Board Meeting
- Nov. 11, 2021 - Holiday - Veteran’s Day
- Nov. 19, 2021 - Duty Day - Student Free Day - Elementary Only
- Nov. 19, 2021 - Native American Family Outreach Night
- Nov. 22-24, 2021 - Non-Instruction - Thanksgiving Recess
- Nov. 25-26, 2021 - Holiday - Thanksgiving - All schools and District offices closed.
- Dec. 6, 2021 - Special Board Meeting
- Dec. 14, 2021 - Annual Organizational & Regular Board Meeting
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