Santa Clara Unified School District

September is California Pedestrian Safety Month! These 4th and 5th graders take safety very seriously as they are sworn in as Montague Elementary's safety patrol officers. Thank you to Santa Clara Police Officer Taylor Carpenter for keeping our students actively involved in promoting safety at all times, especially in traffic situations. 🦺

Looking for fun extracurricular activities? Check out our Peachjar page located in the footer of your school's website! Peachjar is SCUSD’s online electronic flyer delivery platform. It gives families easy access to resources from outside organizations, such as enrichment programs, extracurricular activities, and free family events. For more information, visit our website at https://trst.in/ANTAWO.

In honor of Labor Day, all SCUSD schools and district offices will be closed on September 2. We wish you a safe and enjoyable weekend as we celebrate the hard-working individuals in our community and beyond.🛠️ Show your appreciation by being #SCUSDkind and thanking a laborer in your life!

Overdose Awareness Week begins with National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day on August 21, and ends with International Drug Overdose Awareness Day on August 31. Santa Clara Unified School District is dedicated to providing access to awareness education, and resources to help prevent drug overdoses. SCUSD families — mark your calendars for October 29 to attend a showing of "Fentanyl High" at Santa Clara High School. Stay tuned for more information leading up to the event. For resources, visit our website at https://trst.in/SS1QrT.

It's back-to-school time! 🎉🏫 Did you know that SCUSD has a transitional kindergarten through 8th-grade school focused on arts and design? At Don Callejon Arts and Design School (DCADS) families can expect a curriculum that goes beyond traditional boundaries, encouraging students to explore various artistic mediums, from painting and choral elements to digital design and multimedia. To learn more about DCADS, visit https://lnkd.in/gsjJV6a8 🎨🖌️ ... and welcome back to school!

Spread the 💙 for our #SCUSDspotlight David Banos from Agnew Elementary School! 👏🏽 David is a 5th-grade student who is known for his kindness and inclusivity, always welcoming and encouraging others to join his group and making sure everyone feels supported and included. 5th-grade Teacher Erik Ugalde says, "David is not only supportive but also creatively talented; he is an artist who brings his imagination to life through interactive comic books, featuring original superheroes and new storylines. In addition, he is a strong mathematician, writer, and scientist who adds wealth of knowledge into the classroom. We are lucky to have David in our classroom!" #SCUSDproud ✨

🎉 Congrats Aarna Agrawal from Cabrillo Middle School for earning her third consecutive President’s Volunteer Service Award for 100+ hours of community service in 2023! From organizing food and clothing drives to supporting nonprofits, Aarna is making a big impact. For more about Aarna's great volunteer work, visit our website at https://trst.in/xrwVys. #SCSUDproud 🏅

Meet our amazing SCUSD Farm team! 🌱 We are incredibly grateful for our hardworking farmers—David Tuttle, Juan Hernandez, and Candy Hernandez—who work tirelessly to bring fresh produce to our school community. Edson Sanchez Rojas and his vocational education team, along with participating SCUSD students, run the SCUSD Farm Stand, while Kim Hunter and Carter Strain lead school field trips, helping students create a healthier, more sustainable lifestyle. The SCUSD Farm Stand is open this Thursday, August 29 and Friday, August 30 from 4-5:30 p.m. Stop by for fresh, local produce! Any purchases made directly support the Santa Clara Schools Foundation, funding educational projects, equipment, and programs that benefit our students! For more information, visit our website at https://trst.in/cQJh7z. 🚜

Check out this week's District Update which contains a video message from Superintendent Dr. Waddell, announcements about new members of the leadership team who recently joined SCUSD, interesting stories about our students and staff, and more!! Visit our website or go to https://trst.in/TEztRM.

On this Women's Equality Day, we honor the remarkable achievements of women throughout history and recognize the work that still lies ahead. This day commemorates the 19th Amendment and women's right to vote, leading to efforts to ensure these rights extend to all women, regardless of race. Today we celebrate all those who stood up for equality and continue to fight for total gender equity. 💗