Week of April 22-28, 2024 | |
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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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Board of Education to Meet Apr. 23, 2024
The Board of Education is meeting Apr. 23, 2024 at the District office. Closed session is at 5 p.m.; public session is at 6 p.m. Visit our site here to read the agenda, submit a public comment, and watch live.
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Adriana Huezo Ayala Receives Prestigious Arthur S. Marmaduke Award for Outstanding High School Counseling
Congratulations to Adriana Huezo Ayala, the Higher Education Center Coordinator at Segerstrom High School, for being honored with the Arthur S. Marmaduke Award by the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC). This prestigious award acknowledges her exceptional contributions to high school counseling. Each year, CSAC recognizes an outstanding California high school counselor who demonstrates exemplary skills in assisting students in achieving their college dreams with the Arthur S. Marmaduke High School Counselor Award.
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SAUSD Students Shine at State Speech Championships, Championing Powerful Storytelling
Seventeen SAUSD students recently excelled at the California High School Speech Association State Championships in Clovis, CA, sparking pride. Three students ranked in the top 10 statewide, with seven more in the top 25. Remarkably, all our students placed among the top 55 in their events, underscoring our district's depth of talent. Notably, Fernanda Meza claimed the #1 spot in Dramatic Interpretation, her performance highlighting Gabriel Fernandez's tragic story and advocating for children within the system. Their collective success underscores SAUSD's commitment to excellence and the transformative power of storytelling. Congratulations to all participants for their outstanding achievements!
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Santa Ana Public Schools Foundation Awards Nearly $40,000 In Scholarships to 31 SAUSD Students
Each year, the Santa Ana Public Schools Foundation (SAPSF) solicits applications for scholarships to support graduating seniors of the Santa Ana Unified School District. This year, 31 students have been selected to receive scholarships totaling $37,500 for the 2024 school year. These outstanding graduating seniors from SAUSD were honored during a scholarship awards ceremony at Saddleback High School on Wed., April 17, 2024. For a list of recipients and more information, click here and to view photos from the event, click here.
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Last Call: SAUSD Seeks Public Input on Facilities Master Plan
Last call to provide input on the priorities of the SAUSD 2024 Facilities Master Plan! This one-minute survey will help the District better plan for future upgrades and renovations across SAUSD. Click here to participate in English; click here to take the survey in Spanish; click here to take the survey in Vietnamese.
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AB 469 Reminder: SAUSD Seniors Required To Submit Financial Aid Applications By May 2, 2024
SAUSD seniors have until May 2, 2024 to apply for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application (CADAA), as outlined in AB 469. Completion of a Financial Aid application is necessary in order to qualify for federal student aid such as grants, work study, and loans. Visit our website here for important details on this requirement and resources that may assist with determining how you would like to proceed with the AB 469 requirement for your senior.
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Community Alert: Protect Our Schools! Report Suspicious Activity in SAUSD Now
We are witnessing a concerning rise in thefts and vandalism at our school sites in the Santa Ana Unified School District and across the region. Our schools are vital to the education and wellbeing of our children, and we must all play a part in protecting these precious spaces. If you see anything suspicious around our school sites, please don't hesitate to act. Your vigilance is key in safeguarding our educational environments. By working together, we can ensure that our schools remain safe and nurturing places for our students to learn and grow. Report any suspicious activities immediately to our School Police at 714-558-5535.
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Flyers: Community Resources and More - Week of Apr. 17-23, 2024
Looking for covid resources and to connect with groups that provide free groceries, diapers, parenting workshops, and more? Check out this week's flyer round-up here for details on these and other helpful resources.
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SAUSD Rewind for the Week of Apr. 15-19, 2024
Join us in taking a look back at our top headlines of the week. Click here to watch.
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