CONNECT:
SLUSD'S NEWSLETTER
September, 2019
Volume 5, Issue 1
To read this newsletter in Spanish click
here
To read this newsletter in Chinese click
here
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A Message from the Superintendent
Dear SLUSD Families,
The 2019-2020 school year is off to an impressive start as a result of the “Culture of Excellence” our staff has continued to build. By staying aligned with our three-year
Strategic Action Plan
, we now see the award-winning results of our goals realized. As we enter the final year of our current plan, we have much to celebrate.
One major accomplishment came last year, as we launched the SLUSD Graduate Profile. The profile is our shared vision of student outcomes that define what all graduates should know and be able to do after high school. It is the compass for our schools TK to 12th grade, ensuring our students succeed in 21st-century work and collegiate environments. I encourage you to review the
Graduate Profile
to see our full definition of student success.
To hear more firsthand, I invite you to join us at our annual
State of the District event on October 11
. You will find details and an RSVP link on the front page of our
website
. We are incredibly proud of the achievements happening in our schools. This event is my opportunity to highlight the details of our work that led to national recognition for excellence. Our success is grounded in strong partnerships with our families and our community. We would relish the opportunity to celebrate with you.
Sincerely,
Superintendent Mike McLaughlin, Ed.D.
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SLUSD has adopted a new digital communication platform, ParentSquare, which is a highly flexible communication and organizational tool designed to keep parents informed and involved in their school community.
Here are some of the features ParentSquare provides:
- Receive school information via email, text or app notification
- Create and view important calendar events and RSVPs
- Send and receive photos, links, and attachments
Read about what ParentSquare can do for you
here
and stay tuned for more information from your school site on how to register your account.
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FREE Breakfast at all SLUSD Schools
Recognizing that health and nutrition are fundamental components of educational achievement, we offer universal free breakfast every day at every school, with no qualification necessary. We want to ensure that every child gets the boost they need for physical and academic well-being. Make sure your student takes advantage of the FREE breakfast served at your child's school today!
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SLUSD Welcomes New Administrators
Join us in welcoming new faces to the San Leandro Unified family. We are so fortunate to have their educational expertise leading our schools.
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Ms.Paulette Smith
Principal, James Madison Elementary
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Ms. Judith Alcala
Principal, Jefferson Elementary
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Mr. Nicholas Easter
Vice Principal, Bancroft Middle School
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Ms. Michelle Gonzalez de Jesus
Assistant Principal, San Leandro High School
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Mr. Maurice Gause
Vice Principal, Wilson Elementary
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September is Attendance Awareness Month
Chronic absence — missing 10 percent or more of school days due to absence
for any reason
can translate into third-graders unable to master reading, sixth-graders failing subjects and ninth-graders dropping out of high school.
Parents and families are essential partners in promoting good attendance because they have the bottom-line responsibility for making sure their children get to school every day. Read more about ways to make getting to school on time every day a top priority
here
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Our Parent Facilitators Keep You Connected
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These educational professionals serve as your liaison for personalized student support. Some of the many services they offer include:
- Personalized multilingual translation
- One-on-one Aeries and technology support
- Advocacy training through School Smart Academies & Workshops
- Facilitated collaboration with principals and teachers
- Coordination with community & county resources
- And much, much more!
Contact your elementary or middle school for more information, or see them in action at our upcoming Back to School Nights.
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Districtwide HVAC Now Complete at All Schools
We all know that the physical environment is an important element to learning. Thanks to San Leandro voters, our J1 bond dollars helped us install HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) units into every school across the district. This allows students to be comfortable even during the warmest and coldest days while improving air quality. These new units also helped improve efficiency and save valuable funds that directly support teaching and learning.
The public is invited to join us at our HVAC Ribbon Cutting on Tuesday, September 24 at Washington Elementary School, 250 Dutton Avenue. The ceremony will start at 8:30am.
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Free Student Transit Passes
Students at San Leandro Unified School District middle and high schools may be eligible to receive a free Student Transit Pass – a Youth Clipper card that provides unlimited free access to AC Transit bus services as well as a 50 percent discount on BART trips and youth discounts on other transit systems. More information is available
here
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7th Annual SLED Gala - THIS FRIDAY!
"An Evening in the Blue Bayou - Where Dreams Come True"
Friday, September 13, 2019 | 5:30pm-9:30pm
At the Oakland Zoo's iconic Snow Building, 9777 Golf Links Rd., Oakland, CA
Since 2008, SLED has raised over $1.2 Million to support Positive Youth Development, S.T.E.A.M. Enrichment, and Project-Based Learning in San Leandro schools. Proceeds from the SLED Gala benefit programs at all twelve schools in the San Leandro Unified School District including:
- S.T.E.A.M. Enrichment and Laboratory Support programs
- Camperships for Outdoor Education Science Camp
- Season of Service, Period of Peace service learning projects
- Summer Math Coaches
- Teacher-Mini grants for Project Based Learning
This event sells out every year, so order your tickets today!
For more information on SLED's mission and vision to support San Leandro schools, visit their website at
http://www.sledfund.org/
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How Was the First Day of School in SLUSD?
Check out our video and see for yourself!
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Important District Dates to Note:
- September 12 - Back to School Night - Elementary Schools
- September 19 - Back to School Night - San Leandro High School
- September 24 - J1 Bond HVAC Ribbon Cutting @ Washington Elem.
- September 26 - Back to School Night - Middle Schools
- October 4 - SLUSD Professional Development Day NO SCHOOL
- October 5 - SLUSD Beautification Day - ALL SCHOOLS
- October 11 - SLUSD State of the District - SLHS Gym
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San Leandro Unified School District
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