Superintendent Newsletter

It has been an outstanding start to 2025 with several BIG changes taking place in our District from launching our long awaited DLI Program, to Boundary Adjustments, and a decision for 6th grade to return to middle school beginning the 2026-27 school year.

I am confident that our collective priority as a District is to remain a constant support for our students through every change, reminding them that their feelings matter, while reassuring them that sometimes on the other side of fear lies GREATNESS!

February is Black History Month—a time to honor the achievements, resilience, and contributions of Black individuals throughout history and within our own community. This month, and always, we encourage you to uplift our Black students and staff, celebrating their voices, stories, and successes.

In honor of Valentine's Day today, i would like to share my valentine to YOU, our incredible MCSD Community.

Roses are Red,

Violets are Blue,

You Make the World Better

By Just Being You.

Thank you for your continued support and commitment to the success of our students. We look forward to welcoming our students and staff back after a restful President's week off!

Mrs. Julianna Stocking

Superintendent

Merced City School District

The future of Black History is here. Students from across Merced City School District share their dreams, their inspirations, and their vision for the future. Watch as they boldly declare: 'I am the future of Black History.

At the February 11 Board of Education Meeting, the Board of Trustees voted to select the Blue boundary map excluding Area L to be implemented for elementary schools in the 2025-2026 school year. Additionally the Board of Trustees voted to approve the proposed Middle schools map which will be implemented in the 2026-27 school year. (Excluding Area L means the students in that area will remain at Muir Elementary)

Following this decision, the District will perform the following tasks:

• Address verification.

• Notifying families who will be impacted by boundary adjustments for the 25-26 and 26-27 school years

School of Choice: Past and future School of Choice applications will not be impacted by boundary adjustments and are active for the duration of the student’s time at his/her school.

MCSD maintains its focus on providing academic, and Social Emotional resources to address the needs of every student. Additionally, we will be working closely with MCTA and CSEA regarding staffing assignments due to boundary adjustments. MCSD will work within the confines of the collective bargaining agreements throughout this process.

Please be on the lookout for a District developed FAQ with additional specific information. An FAQ along with other relevant information will be continually updated on the District website as it becomes available. You can visit that page on our new District website by CLICKING HERE.

What are some of the benefits of DLI might you ask?

They include enhanced cognitive abilities, such as problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking, which contribute to better performance on standardized tests.

CLICK HERE to access our website where you will learn more about the DLI Program.

Congratulations to Tenaya Middle's Word Warriors! Not only did they win as an individual team, but they also brought home the perpetual trophy for TMS.

This year's MCSD Battle of the Books was a true showcase of knowledge, team work, and incredible sportsmanship. The camaraderie between teams was inspiring, and the energy in the room was palpable.

A huge thank you to our outstanding teacher librarians, proctors, staff members, and students who participated and made this event such a success.

CLICK HERE to view photos from the event.

Did you know??....

MCSD is on social media. Come hang out with us daily as we share exciting photos, videos, and information about current and upcoming events. If you are a parent, you might just see your little one get featured!

Instagram & Facebook: @MercedCitySchoolDistrict

Playhouse Merced’s “Bits, Skits, and Gravy” program has already brought theatre arts to schools across the District, and there are still 8 sessions remaining at select school sites this year! This fun and engaging program introduces students to characters, scene and costume design, music, and dance. Over the course of one week, students work together to expand a short 3-minute story into a 10-minute performance by adding creative elements like poems, music, and movement.

Students have loved the chance to play, create, and collaborate while exploring the magic of theatre. We’re excited to see what’s next as the program continues!

Remaining Sessions:

Burbank Elementary: 2/10 - 2/28

Chenoweth Elementary: 3/3 - 3/14

Fremont Elementary: 3/17 - 3/28

Wright Elementary: 3/31 - 4/11

Peterson Elementary: 4/28 - 5/9

Gracey Elementary: 5/12 - 5/23

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