Reef-Sunset Unified School District

May 2022 Communication

Superintendent's Message

Dear Reef-Sunset Community, 

I want to thank you all for your support during this school year. As we approach summer, it is important to recognize the efforts and initiatives our students, staff and families have made throughout the 2021-2022 academic year.  

Our team of expert educators and staff dedicated their time, creativity and energy to providing more opportunities for our students to excel in a welcoming, safe and positive environment. We appreciate them and value their commitment.  

The work our teachers do at Reef-Sunset Unified School District is inspired by the mission of paving a solid path for our students to have a better future. Everyone’s efforts are a crucial part of the strategy to improve academic achievement.  

Congratulations to our graduating seniors, who will soon begin a new chapter in their lives. Remember that RSUSD will always be your family. Follow your dreams, do your best, work hard and be proud of who you are. Explore opportunities and possibilities. Be inspired! 

On behalf of RSUSD and the Board of Trustees, we hope you enjoy a safe summer, recharge, and prepare for a new and promising school year in the fall. 

Sincerely, 

Pat Sanchez 

Superintendent

Meet our RSUSD Team Members

Going Above and Beyond  

Our school sites at RSUSD recognized employees that provided extraordinary services during the hardest times of the pandemic. These staff members worked with incredible dedication and demonstrated a resilient spirit to support our school community when it was needed the most. Both certificated and classified, these 24 employees went above and beyond, and we greatly appreciate their efforts. 

Please watch a video presenting the recognized

staff members at RSUSD. 

Leadership at RSUSD: Meet Lissette Padilla,

Our Board President 

Lissette Padilla, President of the RSUSD Board of Education, is excited to be in a role that has as much responsibility as opportunities. Ms. Padilla has been instrumental in organizing tours across the district, opening a conversation with our school community about needs and expectations, goals and initiatives to support students, staff and families.  

Please watch a special video where student Jesus Lopez interviews Board President Lissette Padilla! 

Staying Safe during Summer:

Testing and Vaccination Opportunities 

We are beginning summer with the expectation of having a restful time! It is also important to take basic precautions to stay healthy and prevent cases of COVID-19. Recommendations to protect everyone’s health include vaccinating against the coronavirus, getting a booster shot, testing and wearing masks.

There are different opportunities available in the community to access these resources. RSUSD is providing free testing and vaccination at Avenal High School’s parking lot every Tuesday, from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm, until June 30. This effort is the result of a partnership with the City of Avenal, Kings County and Valley Voices. Thank you all for the collaboration! These clinics are open to all the community, and walk-ins are highly encouraged. We can all do our part. Caring for our community means preventing the spread of COVID! For additional information, click below.

A Fabulous Spring Festival at Rice Park 

Thanks to all of you who participated and made it possible for our district to host a fun and wonderful Spring Festival! Rice Park, in Avenal, became the center of a wonderful event for families, with games, music, entertainment and fun, as well as a resource fair to provide support to our community.  

In collaboration with the city of Avenal and Kings County, we enjoyed an evening that united us and helped us celebrate the school community and the end of another great academic year. The talent of our students and community was in full display and created a memorable experience for our families. What a great occasion! 

Important Dates to Remember! 

Please take note: the last day of school for the 2021-2022 academic year at RSUSD is Friday, June 3, 2022.  

The elementary summer program has been expanded to 21 instructional days: June 8-July 8, excluding the July 4th holiday. Classes will be in-person from 8:05 am-2:05 pm Monday to Friday. At the secondary level (incoming 9-12th grade), classes will be held in-person from 8:00 am-2:00 pm Monday to Friday: June 6-July 17, excluding the July 4th holiday. 

The first day of school for 2022-2023 is Wednesday, August 10, 2022. Have a great summer everyone!

For more information, please call (559) 386-9083.