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. 29, 2021 |
In his new weekly newsletter to the community, Santa Ana Unified School District (SAUSD) Superintendent Jerry Almendarez provides information on Covid-19 developments, proposed changes to school board elections and more. To read it, click here.
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SAUSD TO ADJUST COVID-19 QUARANTINE REQUIREMENT FOR STUDENTS |
SAUSD is reducing to 10 days from 14 days the quarantine requirements, or eliminate the need for quarantining altogether for students who are fully vaccinated and show no symptoms. These changes adhere to the latest guidance from the Centers for Disease Control, the California Department of Public Health, and the Orange County Health Care Agency. Reducing quarantine days will offer fewer disruptions to learning by allowing students to return to school sooner provided that necessary safety protocols are followed. Click here to read more.
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FINAL PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING TRUSTEE AREAS AND ELECTIONS BY-TRUSTEE AREAS SET FOR DEC. 6, 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 last public hearing on the issue is scheduled from 6-8 p.m. Dec. 6, 2021 at Segerstrom High School. Click here to learn more.
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SAUSD ADDING DAILY PLANT-BASED ENTRÉE TO ALL HIGH SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS |
The District is now adding a daily plant-based entrée to all SAUSD high school lunch menus. Plant-based options vary daily and can include salads, sandwiches, plant-based nuggets and more. “When it comes to school lunch options in SAUSD, student voices matter the most,” said Josh Goddard, director of Nutrition Services. “Our high school students have been asking for plant-based menu options for some time. We hope to continue to build trust with our students by responding to their preferences and evolving our menus to satisfy their nutritional needs.” |
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SAUSD HOLDS NATIVE AMERICAN FAMILY OUTREACH EVENT |
SAUSD joins our community in paying tribute to the rich ancestry and traditions of Native Americans. As part of this recognition, the District recently hosted a Native American Family Outreach Night for our Native families at the District Office. Click here to view photos from the event.
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STUDENTS FROM 13 SAUSD SCHOOLS COMPETE IN INTRAMURAL GIRLS BASKETBALL AND BOYS SOCCER TOURNAMENT |
Students from 13 intermediate and K-8 SAUSD schools recently took part in the District’s Intramural Girls Basketball and Boys Soccer Tournament. Scholars typically practice for six weeks before taking part in an all-District tournament held at the Santa Ana Public Schools Sports Complex. This year, Carr Intermediate took first place in the Boys Soccer tournament, while Mendez Fundamental Intermediate took the top spot in the Girls Basketball tournament. Click here to read more.
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SANTA ANA PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES AWARD OF 23 SPARK INNOVATION GRANTS |
The Santa Ana Public Schools Foundation has awarded 23 Spark Innovation Grants for the 2021-22 school year. These grants provide funding up to $1,500 to educators for projects that do not have an available funding source. Proposed projects must advance student learning in the classroom, support students’ attainment of their educational goals, and integrate into existing curriculum, instructional methodology, or educational programs. Click here to view a list of grant recipients.
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SAUSD has been busy upgrading, renovating and adding improvements to schools across the district that provide state-of-the-art learning and nurturing environments for students. This important work could not have been possible without the support of the SAUSD community, who overwhelmingly approved Measure I in 2018. During this season of thanks, SAUSD wishes to thank the community for helping make all of this possible. We also assure you there's more great work to come. Click here to watch a video about the progress that’s been made at our sites.
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SEND US YOUR #PROUD2BESAUSD PROFILE |
The Communications Office is relaunching the #Proud2BeSAUSD campaign for the 2021-22 school year. 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 TRAVEL ADVISORY FOR HOLIDAY SEASON |
This upcoming holiday season will allow our families and staff to travel and reunite with their families and friends while enjoying some well-deserved time off. SAUSD wants to remind everyone to continue to take precaution and practice COVID-19 safety measures. Click here to read more.
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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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- Dec. 1, 2021 - Modified Day - Elementary & Intermediate
- Dec. 6, 2021 - Special Board Meeting
- Dec. 8, 2021 - Modified Day - Elementary & Intermediate
- Dec. 14, 2021 - Annual Organizational & Regular Board Meeting
- Dec. 14, 2021 - Modified Day - High School
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