Weekly Update
February 11, 2022

e-Connections Post

Dear Sacramento City Unified School District Families,

Happy Friday! Below is a snapshot of COVID-19 impact on our schools for the week of February 7 through February 11.

  • 24,500+ COVID-19 tests provided 
  • 1.7% positivity rate for staff and students
  • 89.8% student attendance rate*

As we continue to see a sharp decline in new cases of omicron, we are hopeful that there will be some relief soon with all the learning and extracurricular activity disruption that our community has experienced. 

NO SCHOOL MONDAY, FEBRUARY 14 & MONDAY, FEBRUARY 21

In observance of President Abraham Lincoln’s birthday and President Washington’s birthday/Presidents Day, schools will be closed on Monday, February 14 and Monday, February 21. We hope that our students enjoy their 3-day weekends safely. 

SERNA COVID-19 TESTING CENTER OPEN FOR FEBRUARY MONDAY HOLIDAYS

In hopes of our students and staff getting tested for COVID-19 on the upcoming Monday school holidays prior to returning to school, our Serna testing center will be open from 10am to 4pm in service to our community. If you haven’t already done so, please register your child for COVID-19 testing today to help us stop the spread of COVID. Monday testing at Albert Einstein Middle School will be closed this Monday, February 14. 

Below are our hours for testing this coming week in addition to surveillance testing at our schools: 

Serna Center Testing

  • Monday through Thursday: from 10am-4pm 
  • Fridays from 10am-3pm (shortened hours due to vaccination clinics on Fridays from 4-7pm)

Albert Einstein Middle School Testing

  • Tuesday through Friday: 4-7pm

TAKE-HOME COVID-19 TEST KIT DISTRIBUTION

Take-home test kits are being sent home today to all of our schools with surveillance testing on Mondays, plus all of our elementary, K-8 and middle schools. Next week, the rest of our schools should receive free take-home tests! Learn how to report your results with this tutorial video. Download take-home test kit flyers in six languages and learn more with yesterday’s eConnection. 

CURRENT MASKING REQUIREMENTS 

There’s a lot in the news about mask restrictions changing, so we want to remind our community of the current guidelines in place until further notice. Masks are required for all individuals in the following settings, regardless of vaccination status. 

We understand CDPH may issue further guidance next week. We will keep our community posted on any new information shared and how this impacts our health and safety measures within SCUSD.

N95 AND KF94 MASKS

By last week, every student and staff member should have received N95 and KF94 masks, which the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has recognized as the most effective mask types for preventing the spread of COVID-19. The KF94 masks that fit younger children have ear straps, but if you need support wearing the N95 masks correctly which fit older children and adults, check out this helpful video that shows you how to put on an N95 mask. 

SCUSD COVID-19 VACCINATION OR TESTING REQUIREMENT

By February 28, if you haven’t already done so, we ask that you report your student’s vaccination status to SCUSD or register for regular testing so your student can be in compliance with our vaccination requirement. Learn more. Please see below for upcoming vaccine clinics.

GET VACCINATED!

Below are this coming week’s COVID-19 vaccination clinics that we will be hosting. 

Friday, February 11 

Thursday, February 17

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND PRESCHOOL ENROLLMENT

Give your child between the ages of 3 and 5 years old a chance to learn skills in a safe, social environment that they can carry into Kindergarten! Enrollment is ongoing for students that turned three by September 1, 2021. Learn more about our program offerings. 

K-8 OPEN ENROLLMENT

K-8 Open Enrollment began on February 1 and is a great opportunity for incoming Kindergarten through 8th grade students who reside permanently in the boundaries of SCUSD to apply for spots in schools beyond their neighborhood school when space is available. Click here to learn more.

STATE SEAL OF CIVIC ENGAGEMENT

High school seniors can apply to have the State Seal of Civic Engagement added to their diploma once they graduate by participating in community and social service activities. Learn more and apply here by March 14. If you have questions, you can also find office hours for support here. 

DON’T LEAVE FAFSA MONEY FOR COLLEGE ON THE TABLE!

College-bound seniors must turn in their fafsa.gov application no later than March 2 to be eligible to receive federal financial aid for post-secondary education. 

BLACK PARENT INVOLVEMENT DAY

We are proud to partner with Black Parallel School Board to support parent engagement which makes a positive impact on our students. Black Parent Involvement Day will take place at SCUSD schools on Monday, February 28. If you’re interested in participating, visit the Black Parallel School Board website to learn more. We encourage all parents to participate in observing your student’s classrooms while following our health and safety guidelines and parent visitor protocols.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH: SARAH JONES 

As we continue to celebrate Black history in February and every month, we recognize the achievements and contributions of our Black community and wanted to highlight the first Black woman who became a school principal in Sacramento, Sarah Jones. Learn more about her contributions to education and leadership here. 

REGIONAL TRANSIT WANTS YOUR FEEDBACK

Did you know that all students ride RT FREE? As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact our community, the Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) is seeking feedback about rider experience and willingness to take public transit. The 2022 Rider Survey will help with system-wide planning for safe, clean and convenient transit to better meet the Sacramento region’s mobility needs. The survey is available in English and Spanish, and available at sacrt.com/survey. 

NUTRITION SERVICES JOB FAIR

We have the perfect job for parents, retirees and college students. Become a Food Service Assistant with The Central Kitchen! 

  • Holidays and school breaks off 
  • Most shifts 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. M-F 
  • Various school sites available 
  • Wages from $15.07 – $17.98 

Make an appointment for the virtual hiring event on Thursday, February 17 at thecentralkitchen.org/employment.

CALLING ALL STEM PROFESSIONALS

Our School of Engineering in Science is soliciting professionals in STEM fields to volunteer to speak to our students about working in science, technology, engineering and mathematics on February 25. Do you want to inspire the next generation of big thinkers? Contact us at carla-dibasilio@scusd.edu or call (916) 395-5040. 

TEACHER OF THE YEAR NOMINATIONS

It’s been quite a year for our SCUSD community and we want to acknowledge all of our amazing educators who have worked so hard to keep schools open and safe this year while engaging our incredible students. Is there a teacher that has gone above and beyond in your student’s academic life? Nominate your favorite for Teacher of the Year here. 

 

 

*Please note this is an estimate as many of our school sites update attendance the following school day.