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SCUSD Board of Education Recap
November 21, 2024
At the November 21 meeting of the Sacramento City Unified School District Board, the Board recognized Samantha Vasquez, a 6th grade student at Pony Express Elementary, as a Stellar Student. Samantha has attended Pony Express since kindergarten, and has outstanding attendance. She is responsible and kind to all students. Samantha has served on the student council and been a member of the football and basketball teams for the past two years. She takes her sports and school work seriously, practicing daily and focusing on making progress.
SCUSD Organizes Holiday Drive to Support Unhoused Students and Families
Collecting new blankets, healthy snacks for students, pantry staples, hygiene items, and donations to help families experiencing housing insecurity
Sacramento, CA - Sacramento City Unified School District’s Homeless Education Services requests holiday season donations from the community to support unhoused students and their families. Beginning November 18, 2024, through December 21, 2024, donations can be brought to the Serna Center at 5735 47th Ave. and placed in the large blue bin in the Serna Center lobby.
The following types of items are requested to support our school community families experiencing housing insecurity:
California Healthy Kids Survey
Dear 6th, 7th, 9th, and 11th grade parents or guardians,
Your child is being asked to take a survey at school. The survey includes questions about alcohol, tobacco, and other drug issues, as well as questions about school safety and the learning environment. Student participation in the survey is voluntary. We hope that you will give permission for your child to participate in the survey so that his or her opinion and knowledge can be used to improve the school.
SCUSD Board of Education Recap
November 7, 2024
At the November 7 meeting of the Sacramento City Unified School District Board, the Board recognized five students who attend Luther Burbank High School as SCUSD Stellar Students:
Staff Reports on Charter Renewal Published
As part of the standard renewal process, district staff publishes a summary report outlining key findings from the review of the charter school’s submitted petition. These reports, along with the charter petition and hearing dates, can be found on the SCUSD website at https://www.scusd.edu/charter-renewal.
Follow the link to find the recently published staff renewal reports for Sol Aureus College Preparatory (“S.A.C. Prep”)
Sac City Teaches Filipino-American History Month – José Formoso Reyes
Watch our latest video, Sac City Teaches Filipino-American History Month! This lesson is about renowned basketmaker José Formoso Reyes, and taught by Anna Mestidio, Behavior Intervention Specialist for Cesar Chavez Intermediate and Luther Burbank High School.
SCUSD Board of Education Recap
October 24, 2024
At the October 24 meeting of the Sacramento City Unified School District Board, the Board recognized four students who attend Mark Twain Elementary School as SCUSD Stellar Students:
SCUSD to Unveil New Community Services Support Bus to Celebrate International Day of Climate Action
High school students will participate in converting bus from a diesel engine to electric-powered
Where: John F. Kennedy High School, 6715 Gloria
Drive, Sacramento, CA
When: Thursday, October 24, 2024, 10:30 a.m.
Visuals: E.V.E.L.Y.N. mobile resource center bus
tour and video, interviews with program partners.
Sac City Teaches Hispanic Heritage Month – Dolores Huerta
Watch our latest video, Sac City Teaches Hispanic Heritage Month! This lesson is about civil rights activist and labor leader Dolores Huerta, and taught by Fernando Rodriguez, Mathematics Teacher at Hiram Johnson High School.
Public Hearing on the Renewal Request of Charter Petition and Material Revision for Sol Aureus College Preparatory
The Sacramento City Unified School District hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing will be held as follows:
Topic of Hearing:
Public Hearing on the renewal request of the charter petition for Sol Aureus College Preparatory and material revision to add Transitional Kindergarten.
Copies of the submitted charter may be inspected at: www.scusd.edu/charter-renewal or Serna Educational Center 5735 47th Avenue Sacramento, CA 95824
SCUSD Board of Education Recap
October 3, 2024
At the October 3 meeting of the Sacramento City Unified School District Board, the Board recognized the following Stellar Students who participate in the Engineering, Construction, & Design Academy (ECD) at Rosemont High School:
ECD Seniors:
SCUSD Board of Education Recap
September 19, 2024
At the September 19 meeting of the Sacramento City Unified School District Board, the Board recognized Vera M. Cochran, an 8th grade student at Umoja International Academy, as a Stellar Student. Vera is known for her academic excellence and community involvement. She consistently demonstrates a passion for learning, willingness to help others, and actively participates on her school’s student leadership team, where she helps organize events and initiatives to improve student life.
IN IT TO WIN IT! An SCUSD Community Fair Celebrating Attendance
Join us at Leonardo da Vinci K-8 on Saturday, October 5 from 10am to 1pm for a free, family event that is open to the entire community.