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 SUPERINTENDENT SEARCH UPDATE
The Santa Ana Unified School District (SAUSD) Board of Education’s search for a new Superintendent continues. Although the community listening sessions wrapped up this week, Co-Interim Superintendents Alan Rasmussen, Ed.D. and Richard V. Tauer will continue to hold one-on-one conversations with stakeholders, and the community survey is available online until Sept. 13, 2019. In addition, the Superintendent application has been posted to the District website.
PHOTOS: SAUSD INTERMEDIATE BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT HELD
Back to School Night for all SAUSD intermediate schools was held Sept. 5, 2019. Staff across the District welcomed families to their campuses to talk about the academic year ahead, and in some cases, to help inaugurate their campus Wellness Center. To view a round up of photos shared by some of our schools, click here .
WALL OF FAME INDUCTION CEREMONY COMING SEPT. 9, 2019
It’s that time of year, when SAUSD honors its legendary athletes with a spot on the Wall of Fame. This year’s celebration begins at 5:30 p.m.(refreshments) / 6 p.m. (program) on Sept. 9, 2019 at the Santa Ana Public Schools Sports Complex, 1801 S. Greenville St. in Santa Ana. Honorees are Bobby Gene Carroll, Robert Harrell, Yvonne Alonzo, Ted Parks, Hebron Fangupo, and Eddie Steward. RSVP here.
HIGHLIGHTED VIDEO
WILLARD COUNSELOR HIGHLIGHTED BY C.A.S.C.
Kelly Yrarrázaval-Correa, a Willard Intermediate School Counselor, was recently highlighted in the California Association of School Counselors newsletter. “As I enter my 21st year as a school counselor in the Santa Ana Unified School District,” she wrote. “I look to improve Willard Intermediate School’s ongoing efforts to cultivate a healthy, equitable and respectful school environment.” Congratulations Kelly!
SCHOOL NEWS
Visit our SAUSD school websites and follow our schools on social media for news on programs, accolades, events and more!
Megan Colarossi of Fox 11 visited Santa Ana High School this week to recognize District Safety Officer Vincent Gonzales as part of the station’s "School Standouts" segment. Way to go, Vince! #sausdproud
Carr Intermediate School band students practiced with the Santa Ana Valley High School band this week. Carr scholars can rehearse and perform with the Valley band as early as sixth grade. #carrmusic
Lowell Elementary School recognized its Principal’s Award honorees for the month of September this week. Congratulations to all of these scholars! For more photos, visit Lowell's Facebook page here .
A ribbon cutting ceremony was recently held for Madison Elementary School's Wellness Center. Watch for more Wellness Centers opening at SAUSD campuses near you! #sausdcares
UPCOMING EVENTS
  • SAUSD Regular Board of Education Meeting, 6 p.m. Sept. 10, 2019, Board Room
  • SAUSD Summer Showcase, 5 p.m. Sept. 18, 2019, Heninger Elementary
  • SAUSD Regular Board of Education Meeting, 6 p.m. Sept. 24, 2019, Board Room
  • SAUSD College Night, 5 p.m. Sept. 26, 2019, Saddleback High School