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Attention 8th graders don’t miss Choose Your Future information sessions coming up this month!

Mark your calendars for the Choose Your Future Community-Based Information Sessions showcasing all of our high school programs. 

These community sessions are for students and their families to explore Sac City’s diverse group of high school specialty programs and pathways. Families will have opportunities to explore, ask questions, and discuss your student’s high school options with representatives from all our high schools and specialty programs. 

Activities include:

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Apply for a High School Specialty Program Starting November 18

Apply for a High School Specialty Program Starting November 18

The High School Specialty Program Application is an opportunity for each student who resides permanently within the boundaries of the Sacramento City Unified School District (SCUSD) to apply for enrollment in a SCUSD high school specialty program, based on space availability for the 2020-2021 school year. SCUSD offers specialty programs at both our neighborhood and small specialized high schools.

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Einstein Middle School partners with Intel’s Maker Pal’s program. 

Students at Einstein Middle School are learning critical tech skills thanks to an innovative partnership that the school has established with tech giant Intel. The “Maker Pal’s” program inspires students to dream big and work collaboratively in an ever-growing technological world. Skills like collaboration, problem-solving and project management are essential to help students learn these skills at a young age.

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Sac City Unified teams up to open new futsal courts in South Sacramento
Bank of America, City of Sacramento, La Familia Counseling Center, SCUSD and Republic FC partner to revitalize unused tennis courts, creating safe place for play

On Thursday, November 7, Sacramento Republic FC, dedicated its first community futsal court project in the greater Sacramento region, constructed to inspire the next generation to focus on health through sports, create connected communities through teamwork, and provide safe, fun spaces to gather.

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New Joseph Bonnheim’s Joanna Ramirez recognized as stellar student

Congratulations to Joanna Ramirez, a 5th grader at New Joseph Bonnheim School for being recognized as a stellar student! Joanna was recognized by the board of education on November 7th for her active participation in 4-H and Nature Bowl, as well as her passion and accomplishments in agriculture, science, reading, and learning with Reading Partners. 

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Wellness Workshop this evening at Sam Brannan Middle School

The District will be hosting a Wellness Workshop on Wednesday, November 13, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Sam Brannan Middle School. 

The workshop will provide parents, caregivers, and district staff with mental health support for their student’s academic success and overall well-being. 

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Cal Middle School teacher nominated for Educator of the Year Award

Congratulations to Cal Middle School teacher Ms. Rebecca Long for being nominated for the California League of Middle Schools Region 3 Educator of the Year Award! Ms. Long serves as Cal Middle’s Leadership, Drama, and Media Broadcast teacher, and was nominated by Principal Andrea Egan. 

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Internet safety guide for parents

The Sacramento City Unified school district encourages parents to download the internet safety guide to help protect students from predators who are looking to lure victims via tablet, phone, even video game consoles, and e-sports. 

Click here to download the Shared Hope International safety guide. 

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California Department of Education seeking feedback on LCAP template redesign

The California Department of Education (CDE) is seeking feedback from all stakeholders on the redesign of the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) template. 

The template has been redesigned to:

(a) Streamline the content and format to make it more accessible

(b) Clearly show how and where the district is improving services for unduplicated students (English Learners, socioeconomically disadvantaged students, foster youth, and homeless students).  

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Personalized college eligibility packets help seniors learn about their post-high school options

If your student is a high school senior, they should have received or will soon be receiving a personalized college eligibility packet outlining which public college and university admission profiles most closely align with their current academic standing. These packets were delivered to all high schools on Monday, October 21st and are being distributed to seniors at school. 

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Helpful guidelines for safe and healthy Halloween celebrations

With Halloween just around the corner, we understand many students and families are excited about the opportunity to engage in fun seasonal activities. This time of year some students may plan on wearing costumes and engaging in other fun activities in the spirit of the season. Sacramento City Unified School District has developed some guidelines to help students and their families celebrate Halloween in safe, responsible and healthy ways.

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Almost 10,000 Sac City Unified 8th, 9th and 10th grade students took SAT preparation exams

On Wednesday, October 16th, almost 10,000 eighth, ninth and tenth grade students at all Sacramento City Unified schools had the opportunity to take Preliminary SAT exams. Eighth and ninth grade students took the PSAT 8/9. Tenth grade students took the PSAT NMSQT. These college and career readiness preparation exams were made available by the District at no cost to students through the use of LCFF/Supplemental and Concentration funds to ensure equal access and opportunity.

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Latest budget update

We want to share that Sacramento County Office of Education Superintendent Dave Gordon, who provides fiscal oversight of the district, has analyzed and responded to the district’s re-adopted budget for the 2019-20 fiscal year. In his analysis, Superintendent Gordon states:
 

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Albert Einstein’s Mi’Bella Gammage honored by SCUSD Board of Education

On Thursday, October 17, 2019, the Sacramento City Unified School District Board of Education recognized Albert Einstein Middle School 8th grader Mi’Bella Gammage for her academic and personal accomplishments. Mi’Bella is the ASB President at Einstein and holds a 4.0 GPA. She is currently taking all GATE classes while also serving in her leadership role on campus.

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School visitation schedules now available!

Sacramento City Unified offers a variety of programs and schools to meet the needs of our diverse student population and families. If you and your student are interested in learning more about the wide array of options available in our district, now is the time to join a school visitation event or to schedule a campus tour!

The district has scheduled a series of upcoming information and visitation events where you can tour our schools and have the opportunity to meet staff and discuss how each option can meet your students’ needs. See below for the schedule. 

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Serving students with Compassion and Care Annual Report

The Sacramento City Unified School District’s Student Support & Health Services Department (SSHS) released its 2018-2019 Annual Report. This report is a comprehensive overview of the SSHS programs, services to students, training and professional development, grants and research projects, collaborative partnerships, staffing, and budget expenditures within the 18-19 school year.