Thomas Russell MS 8th grader Eunice Lee and members of the Love Milpitas Project via the New Vision Church were recognized by the MUSD Board of Education and District leadership for their volunteer work to support our schools, educators and students. Lee and others were interviewed by Korean National News YTN in December while at Curtner Elementary School in this segment.

KLA and AmeriCorps were recognized by the MUSD Board of Education and District Leadership for donating playhouses to Burnett Elementary School, Weller Elementary School, Pomeroy Elementary School and both Rose and Sunnyhills Child Development Centers. The playhouses were assembled and delivered by staff from MUSD's Student Nutrition Services and Maintenance, Operations & Transportation Departments.

Director of Learning and Development Raquel Kusunoki and Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) Richard Hart provided an overview of the Elementary Writing Assessment that examines the recently updated rubric and scoring process and illustrates the alignment of the assessment tool with the principles of deeper learning. The overview showcases specific student learning outcomes, providing tangible evidence of the positive impact of the revised assessment methods on enhancing writing proficiency and nurturing deeper understanding among elementary students.

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Executive Director of Learning & Innovation Priti Johari was joined by the Milpitas High School Extension at MUSD Innovation Campus Committee members to provide an update on the programming and scheduling to enhance the student learning experience with Project Based Learning, Exhibition Days and Business Partnerships, Pathways for students, Flexible Schedule and more.

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Superintendent Jordan shares State of District update

At the January 9, 2024 meeting, Superintendent Cheryl Jordan shared weekly Attendance Rates as well as a breakdown by school site, as MUSD works toward its 97% district-wide goal for the 2023-24 year.