As we step into May, we enter a season of reflection and celebration—a time to recognize the many accomplishments across our district over the course of the year. Last night, I had the opportunity to attend our AVID celebration, and I left inspired by the stories and successes shared by our students. AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) is a powerful program in Antioch USD that helps students develop the academic and personal skills needed to be successful in college and beyond. You can learn more about our district-wide AVID program here. In Antioch, AVID is more than just an elective or an academic strategy—it’s a community of learners and educators committed to opening doors for students. Listening to our students share how AVID has shaped their journey, built their confidence, and helped them see themselves as college-bound was a moving reminder of the impact our educators have.

AVID is one of many programs, driven by passionate teachers and dedicated support staff, that is making a profound difference in the lives of our students. Another is our new student internship program launched this year by our college and career readiness team. The district is hosting student interns in various departments, providing them with valuable opportunities to learn essential professional skills, including how to navigate and contribute within an office environment like the District Office. For example, we have an intern in the Superintendent's Office who collaborated with our team to develop a plan addressing challenges in the district office workspace. This included interviewing staff across departments and proposing thoughtful solutions based on their input. These programs and experiences are examples of how we can transform outcomes when we invest in students and surround them with the right structures.

These kinds of programs reflect our broader mission to ensure all Antioch USD students graduate college and career ready. We know that there are many paths to success, and that’s why we are equally proud of our robust Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways. These programs introduce students to real-world skills and prepare them for careers in fields like health care, engineering, digital media, and more. One of our strategic goals has been to increase the number of students who not only participate in these pathways but graduate with a recognized CTE certification. Over the past three years, we have increased the number of certified CTE graduates from 8% in 2022 to 24% in 2024—a meaningful increase that reflects the dedication of our educators and the smart planning we’ve put into expanding opportunities. With additional strategies already underway, we anticipate even greater gains in the years ahead.

While this is a time to celebrate, it’s also a time to stay focused. The remaining days of the school year still make up nearly 15% of instructional time—a substantial and important period in every student’s academic journey. Whether it’s deepening understanding, finishing strong, or laying the groundwork for next year, every day matters. Let’s continue to create classrooms where students are engaged, learning, and reaching for their best. And please know that the district is here to support you in that effort. From instructional resources to wellness supports, we are committed to making sure you have what you need to help our students thrive.

Thank you for your continued dedication, creativity, and resilience. I am proud to serve alongside you as we work together to lift up our students and community.

With appreciation,

Dr. Matt Wayne

Interim Superintendent

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The College Board announced that 2025 Advanced Placement (AP) exams were transitioning to digital testing, marking a significant shift in the AP exam administration. This move aimed to enhance security, streamline the testing process, and provide a more flexible experience for students worldwide. Although our site testing coordinators and AP teachers had trepidation about the transition to fully digital testing, the Educational Services worked with coordinators to gain insight and feedback on how to make this transition the smoothest possible. As a result, iPad carts were purchased for all 3 comprehensive school sites as well as headphones and charging packs to support testing across each campus. Site Coordinators invested in the College Board webinars and AP Coordinator manually to ensure they would have the information needed to support the administration. With two days of testing behind, us the preparation has definitely paid off! A huge shout out to Melissa Johnson at Antioch High School, Maria McClain at Deer Valley High School and Karen Mahan at Dozier Libbey Medical High School for leading their teachers into this new frontier! A thank you to Jason Mullen and the IT department supporting the purchase and deployment of hundreds of iPads to our sites! Teamwork makes the dream work!

📚 Thank You, Teachers! 🙌

As we wrap up another round of state testing, we want to extend our deepest appreciation to our incredible teachers. Your dedication, patience, and tireless support have helped guide our students through this important milestone.

From preparing engaging review lessons to managing testing logistics and keeping spirits high—your impact is immeasurable. You’ve gone above and beyond to ensure our students felt supported, confident, and ready to do their best.

Thank you for all you do every day—and especially during testing season. You make a difference, and we are grateful. 💙🍎

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California Senate Bill 114 requires all districts to implement a state-approved reading difficulties screener beginning in the 2025–2026 school year for students in Kindergarten through 2nd grade. The Antioch Reading Difficulties Screener Committee has met several times to evaluate potential screeners that best support both student learning and staff implementation. While a final recommendation has not yet been made, the selected screener must be approved by the School Board by June 30, 2025. Once approved, all K–2 teachers will receive training on the screener in Fall 2025 to ensure a smooth rollout. This important step aligns with California’s commitment to early identification and support for students with reading difficulties. We’ll continue to keep you informed as decisions are finalized.

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A heartfelt thank you to our incredible K–2 teachers for your dedication, perseverance, and commitment throughout this year’s UFLI implementation! Your hard work has made a tremendous impact—teachers are reporting remarkable gains in our youngest scholars’ foundational reading skills, and it’s all because of your efforts. While the journey was not always easy, we have grown so much together, learning, adapting, and supporting one another every step of the way. We are especially grateful for the thoughtful input you provided toward the creation of the 2025–2026 AUSD UFLI Grade Level Pacing Guides. Your feedback is helping shape a pacing guide that truly supports both students and staff. We’re excited for what is ahead and energized by the progress we’ve made—thank you for being the heart of this important work!

Antioch Unified School District is excited to announce a renewed elementary focus on systematic writing instruction for the 2025–2026 school year. Teachers will engage in targeted professional development centered on the Writing Process, as AUSD works toward building a cohesive, district-wide approach to writing instruction. A key highlight of this initiative is the district wide addition of Mystery Writing (a Mystery Science product), a program currently being used and loved by many AUSD teachers. Designed for 2nd through 5th grade (Kinder & 1st grade is under development), Mystery Writing blends genre-based instruction, writing structure, editing, and revising with engaging, content-rich lessons that boost student motivation, vocabulary, and background knowledge. We invite educators to visit the Mystery Writing website to explore the exciting possibilities this program offers for enriching student writing experiences. Please see your site administrator for questions or ideas. Getting Started | Mystery Writing

In June, 37 AUSD educators and administrators will attend the AVID Summer Institute in Sacramento, California. This is the first year AUSD elementary, middle, and high school educators will be attending the institute together in the same location.

While at the institute our educators will engage in learning focused on math discourse in elementary and secondary classrooms, increasing rigor for all students, cultivating writing in elementary and secondary settings, transforming literacy, content specific strategies that increase engagement, and strategies supporting English Learners.

We are very excited for our AVID sites to continue to strengthen and expand their AVID Programs and our amazing AUSD AVID educators to bring back all the great learning they will experience at the institute!

Our ATIP Candidates have been amazing at developing their individual learning plans over the year to complete their state induction requirements, if you know a candidate at your site, please congratulate them on a job well-done. Completers will be celebrating at our end of year seminar on May 6th.

Our program would not exist without the dedication of the dedicated and experienced teachers that mentor them. Over the next few months, we will highlight our mentors to show our gratitude for the extra time that they put into support for our new teachers that are beginning their teaching journey.

Your role in the district:

I have been teaching in Antioch for 28 years. I am currently teaching a 1st/2nd grade combo class at Sutter Elementary. I have taught first grade, second grade, and was a literacy coach for two years. I have also served on the ATIP Advisory Board for the last 15 years assisting in program development and improvement.

How long have you been mentoring:

I have been mentoring for about 20 years in our district. I have worked with over 15 new elementary teachers at schools within the district and at Holy Rosary School.

Why do you mentor?

Our profession can be very challenging and isolating, especially when you first begin. Early in my career, I was fortunate to have several mentor teachers who inspired me and gave me confidence. I enjoy now working with new teachers to be that guide to help facilitate their growth and be a safe place to solve problems or try out new strategies with students. There is so much to learn in our profession, which is another reason why I enjoy mentoring. Building relationships with new teachers allows for the sharing of knowledge gained from years of experience. In turn, I learn new strategies from my new teachers which keeps me fresh and energized.

What is the most rewarding part of being a mentor?

I am so proud of the teachers I have worked with and the amazing work they are doing with their students. I am still in contact with many of the teachers I have worked with over the years and get to celebrate their successes knowing that I had a little piece of helping them along the way in their teaching journey.

How does mentoring impact your teaching?

My new teachers are full of creative lesson plans and strategies! In our weekly meetings we share what is working and ways to improve so students are making connections and growing in their knowledge. These reflective conversations highlight the importance of allocating time in my own teaching schedule to reflect on successful strategies and areas for improvement with my own students. I continuously seek to learn and improve my skills. Mentoring my new teachers and learning so much from them has made me a better teacher for my students year after year.

Your role in the district:

I am a second-grade teacher at Turner Elementary I have been in the district for 27 years (all at Turner), but I've been a teacher for 40 years!

How long have you been mentoring:

I've been a mentor for 20 years!

Why do you mentor?

I mentor because I want to share my love of teaching and help new teachers navigate the many challenges we come across as educators. My mentors were invaluable to me, and I love being that support for others.

What is the most rewarding part of being a mentor?

The most rewarding part of being a mentor is watching young teachers experience growth and joy as they build relationships with their students. I love seeing them try new things as they gain confidence in their abilities.

How does mentoring impact your teaching?

Being a mentor helps me grow as a teacher every year! I love learning from the people I mentor and trying new things that they are doing in my classroom. We have a tough job and being a mentor helps me stay connected with a growth mindset!

Fun Facts about Terry!

Walking keeps me sane! I average 26,000 steps a day and plan to walk the 500-mile Camino de Santiago when I retire!

My boyfriend and I love the Giants and the Warriors and when we are not traveling, we can often be found at Oracle or Chase Center cheering on our favorite teams!

Did you know that AUSD uses the math scores from the iReady Diagnostic 3 to support appropriate student placement in their 9th grade math course? This is one of several criteria reviewed to support the optimal placement for students on their math trajectory! Thank you to our middle school math teachers for ensuring every student has a valid test score for consideration by their receiving high schools and a shout out to Renita Angus, STEAM Coordinator for supporting the review of data for all 1200 rising 9th grade students!

We are so Proud of the following schools who have reached or exceeded the 95% completion rates required by the state and district. When this is achieved, we offer greater numbers of MLL students an opportunity at reclassification, as well as provide our district the opportunity for more favorable CA Dashboard results. Hats off to all Vice Principals, certificated teachers, and classified bilingual aides who work in conjunction with the roving SWEEP team to complete this testing for more than 3,000 MLL/EL students district wide. These schools crushed their goal: AMS, AHS, Fremont, Marsh, Diablo Vista, Lone Tree, Jack London, Dozier Libbey Medical, Orchard Park, Dallas Ranch, and Park Middle. Mno Grant, Kimball, John Muir, and Sutter are hot on the trail to success as well! We have 30 days left; let's see if we can get 95% of our schools to 95% completion!!!

Ed Services and the EL Department are excited to roll out additional translation devices for certificated staff. We will be piloting translation earbuds for K-2 certificated staff and admin who serve at least (6 MLL/EL level 1 students or more in a classroom).

They will be checked out in addition to iPad translation devices for grades 3-12 grade students to facilitate communication to our students and families. See your VP in the fall to get access.

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My name is Teresita Gonzalez, and I am responsible for the organization and coordination of the Newcomer program in room 103 at Antioch Middle School. Over the past three years we have grown tremendously to offer more resources than ever before.

We provide essential tools to support the academic success of our Multilingual Learners. Our program has secured over 300 iPads for translation support and will soon distribute 25 new computers to assist with the reclassification process and ELPAC preparation. We recently introduced innovative earbuds that offer real-time translation. Students can access materials to practice language acquisition in the target areas of speaking, writing, reading, and listening. We also offer educational resources for teachers to borrow and use in their classrooms for up to two weeks.

Additionally, we host annual District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) and site (ELAC) meetings.

Our support extends far beyond the classroom. We are committed to helping newcomer families successfully navigate living within our community. Some of the parent resources include guidance on immigration and legal advice, health services information, practical assistance with district enrollment processes, and available programs and services. Technical support and tutorials are also provided for using online systems, applications, and programs, including the Aeries portal.

Our program is truly special because of the wonderful families, staff members, and community members that come together to create a safe, affirming, and welcoming environment for all district families. Families do not need to have a Multilingual Learner (MLL) student to access our services. Whether you are new to the country or just need some additional support, we are here to help and support your needs in any ways that we can.

The Newcomer Center has become a vital community hub, and we are always looking for opportunities and ways of expanding our programs, services, and support to as many families as possible.

The EL Department is working to improve monitoring progress of multilingual learners and revising our reclassification process to meet state and federal requirements in a manner that is more equitable for students and practical for educators.

The Observation Protocol for Teachers of English Learners (OPTEL), is an observation protocol designed to support educators in monitoring and evaluating academic language use of EL students, per the requirements on California Education Code (EC) Section 313.3. Successful implementation of the OPTEL will help move California closer to statewide standardization of reclassification criteria required per Title III, Part A, Section 3111(b)(2)(A) of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).

*A tool for supporting educators in monitoring and evaluating the

academic language use of Multilingual Learners.

*A tool for consulting with parents regarding their student’s

progress towards English Language Proficiency.

*Can be used as the (3rd and 4th) criteria for Reclassification, (Teacher evaluation and Parent/Guardian input)

*CDE guidance states LEAs will decide locally how to use the OPTEL.

*AUSD will pilot the OPTEL in grades 5th, 8th, and 9th across sites.

*Teachers, counselors, and/or administrators will use the form (pages 1-3) to complete at least

two observations (two different interaction types) of the student.

*An observation calendar with form due dates will be created.

*Following the pilot, a survey will be sent out to gather feedback on the OPTEL and the process. *Feedback will be used for adoption considerations.

Trisha Gonzales-Waters, 925.779.7500 X 42183

trishagonzaleswaters@antiochschools.net

This week, we celebrate the incredible teachers behind every letter of STEAM—Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics—who dedicate themselves to nurturing curiosity, creativity, and confidence in all students.

You are the educators who create meaningful, engaging learning experiences that help students grow—regardless of their personal or academic background. Your classrooms are places where students are challenged, supported, and encouraged to explore their full potential in a safe and inclusive environment.

A Special Shout-Out to the Teachers Behind Each Letter of STEAM:

S – Science Teachers
Thank you for sparking curiosity and inquiry through hands-on experiments, lab investigations, and real-world exploration. You help students think like scientists, ask bold questions, and see themselves as contributors to the world around them.

T/E – Technology & Engineering Teachers

Thank you for helping students become creators, problem-solvers, and critical thinkers. From early explorations in design and coding to robotics, 3D printing, and CTE pathways, you show students how to build, innovate, and persevere. You teach them that solutions come from collaboration, creativity, and learning from failure.

A – Arts Teachers
Through creative expression, you bring imagination and emotion into learning. Whether it’s visual art, music, drama, or digital media, you give students a voice and a way to connect deeply with their experiences and ideas. You make sure every student sees that their perspective matters.

M – Math Teachers
Thank you for teaching more than just numbers. You help students become logical thinkers, risk-takers, and problem-solvers. You make math approachable and meaningful, helping students grow in confidence no matter where they start.

And Across All Grade Levels…

To our Elementary STEAM Teachers:
You teach every subject with passion and purpose—and still manage to bring STEAM to life in your classrooms. From science experiments to coding games to creative math challenges, you lay the foundation for future exploration and growth.

To our Middle School STEAM Teachers:

Thank you for meeting students in one of the most formative stages of their lives. You provide structure, exploration, and encouragement as they begin to define their identities—and you help them see the power of STEAM to shape their future.

To our High School STEAM Teachers: Thank you for preparing students for what lies ahead. You connect content to careers, passions, and purpose. Through your guidance, students leave not just with knowledge—but with a sense of agency and possibility.

To all our STEAM teachers: thank you for believing in every student, designing learning that meets them where they are, and creating pathways for them to thrive. You are building a more inclusive, innovative future—one classroom at a time.

The shift from Power Standards to Big Ideas in mathematics instruction, as discussed in the last newsletter, emphasizes organizing teaching around overarching concepts that span grade levels, fostering deeper connections across standards. This approach enhances focus, coherence, and rigor by embedding power standards within a broader framework that promotes conceptual learning. Lessons are designed to engage students with authentic, real-world problems, connecting the "why," "how," and "what" of mathematics. The goal is to create a cohesive and progressive learning experience that builds on prior knowledge and supports future understanding, ensuring continuous and interconnected learning from TK–12.

Purpose of DIs: The Drivers of Investigation (DIs) spark curiosity and motivate students to engage deeply with mathematics by emphasizing the relevance of their work.

Integration with Frameworks: DIs work alongside the Standards for Mathematical Practice (SMPs) and Content Connections (CCs) to guide instructional design, frame questions, and reinforce learning objectives.

Student-Centered Approach: By tapping into students' natural wonder about the world, DIs foster engagement, deepen understanding, and highlight the flexibility of mathematics in real-world contexts.

Core Habits: The Standards for Mathematical Practice (SMPs) focus on key skills like reasoning, perseverance, and explaining thinking.

Integration with Content: Effective math instruction requires actively teaching the SMPs alongside content standards for a comprehensive approach.

K–12 Consistency: SMPs remain consistent across all grades, supporting students’ growth and deepening their understanding as they encounter more complex mathematical concepts.

The four CCs described in this framework organize content and provide mathematical coherence through the entire TK–12 grade span. They embody the understandings, skills, and dispositions expected of high school graduates. Capacities embedded in the CCs should be developed through investigation of questions in authentic contexts.

CC1: Reasoning with Data: Focuses on developing statistical reasoning and integrating math with real-world contexts across all grade levels.

CC2: Exploring Changing Quantities: Builds understanding of operations, fractions, and relationships between quantities, progressing to modeling complex situations in high school.

CC3: Taking Wholes Apart, Putting Parts: Students engage in many experiences involving taking apart quantities and putting parts together strategically.

CC4: Discovering Shape and Space: Develops geometric understanding from basic shapes to advanced concepts like transformations and congruence through real-world applications.

On the 55th anniversary of Earth Day, April 22, 2025, the world celebrated environmental protection and sustainability! This year’s theme, “Our Power, Our Planet,” highlighted the importance of harnessing renewable energy for a healthier, more equitable future.

Our students took part in celebrating Earth Day in meaningful ways. TK students from Mno Grant Elementary School took action by cleaning up the big playground, sorting recyclables, and discarding trash. Meanwhile, Antioch High School students showcased their creativity by producing special programming for their weekly radio and YouTube show, promoting Earth Day and spreading the message of sustainability across our community. Be sure to check out their Earth Day Episode in the Surf's Up 2024/25 Radio Program for a special celebration and reflection on the event.

A big shout-out to Donna England, the TK teacher, and Kent McCutcheon, the AHS Media Tech teacher, who made this learning experience and celebration possible for their students. Their dedication helped bring these Earth Day activities to life!

While Earth Day has passed, teachers are encouraged to continue exploring the many resources available to integrate sustainability topics into your science classes. These tools provide valuable materials that can enhance student engagement with real-world environmental issues.

Here are some resources to consider:

• Earth Day Hub – Quizzes, fact sheets, toolkits

• Sustainable Contra Costa Earth Day Bingo Activity Challenge

• NOAA Earth Day Resources – Citizen science, coloring pages, videos

• WWF Youth for the Planet Toolkit – Slide deck and activities

Let's keep the momentum going and inspire our students to make a lasting impact on the planet!

Dallas Ranch Middle School science teacher Ms. Shazia Burke showcased her work at the STEM in Living Color event held on May 3, 2025, at Williamson Ranch Park in Antioch, California. Co-organized by School Board Member Dr. Jag, this free, public event brought together families, students, and educators to celebrate innovation, inspire future STEM leaders, and expand access to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics opportunities—especially for historically underrepresented communities.

At her station, Ms. Shazia Burke demonstrated how DRMS students are using 3D printing to bring STEM concepts to life through hands-on projects that spark creativity, critical thinking, and real-world problem solving. Thank you, Ms. Shazia Burke, for embodying the spirit of this event and showcasing the exciting, inclusive learning experiences happening at DRMS! Go Aviators!

Your school is starting a brand-new garden, and you get to decide how it will look! First, think about the best spot for your garden. Then decide how big it should be. How will you plan the garden to make sure it is beautiful and good for plants? Think about what kinds of plants you want to grow and where they should go. Should you add paths or places to sit? Use your imagination and math skills to create a garden that grows strong and healthy!

This open-ended math task is suitable for grades 3–8 and aligns with Common Core State Standards such as measuring area and perimeter (3.MD.C.6, 4.MD.A.3), working with fractions (5.NF.B.4), and solving real-world geometry problems (7.G.B.6). It also integrates Standards for Mathematical Practice, encouraging students to persevere (SMP 1), model mathematically (SMP 4), and use tools strategically (SMP 5).

You can expand this exploration further by investigating related science concepts such as plant needs and ecosystems (NGSS 3-LS4-3, 5-LS1-1), practicing explanatory writing and presenting your garden design (W.4.2, SL.6.4), or considering the impact of the environment on human communities in social studies (CA HSS 3.1.2, 6.2.6).

Gallery Walk Detectives combines movement, observation, and deduction into one highly engaging review or introduction activity.

It's easy to set up and turns your classroom into an “exhibit” of ideas… and your students into curious investigators.

Why This Strategy?

• Encourages deep analysis without heavy reading upfront
• Gets students moving and collaborating
• Sparks curiosity and creative problem-solving
• Great for 15–20 minute lessons, reviews, or lesson hooks

Alternatives:

• Use QR codes to link to video/audio clues for a tech-enhanced version
• Have students create their own "clue station" based on their research
• Turn it into a classroom escape room by hiding a secret message or answer

Ways to Make Connections:

You can use this strategy to enhance:

• ELA – Post quotes or objects from a novel and have students infer character traits or themes.
• Social Studies – Use primary source images or maps and challenge students to reconstruct a historical event.
• Science – Display “clues” from an experiment (charts, photos, phenomena) and have students deduce the process or outcome.
• Math – Hang word problems or error-ridden equations and have students find and fix the mistakes.
• Visual Arts – Present a variety of artworks and ask students to identify time period, medium, or symbolism.

Music – Use lyric snippets, scores, or composer bios to uncover the identity or theme of a musical piece.

Get ready to be inspired! Our talented students are bringing the arts to life through upcoming Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) showcases across the district. From captivating performances to stunning visual art displays, these events highlight the creativity, dedication, and artistic excellence of our students.

Don't miss the chance to celebrate their hard work and support the arts in our schools!

We are proud to announce that the Antioch Unified School District has officially been approved to establish an Army Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) program at Deer Valley High School beginning in the 2025–2026 school year!

This exciting new program, approved by the U.S. Army Cadet Command, is designed to develop leadership, citizenship, and academic excellence among students. It offers students a chance to grow personally and professionally while gaining exposure to future opportunities in both military and civilian careers—without any military obligation.

Why This Matters for AUSD:

• JROTC supports our mission to prepare students for college, career, and life.

• It aligns with our district’s commitment to equity, engagement, and student empowerment.

• The program enhances leadership pathways and provides structured mentorship opportunities for youth.

Stay tuned for more updates as we prepare to launch this impactful new offering. Congratulations to the team at Deer Valley High School and all who supported this successful application!

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AUSD will offer a wide variety of elementary summer programs for students including Elementary Summer Camps, Dual Immersion, English Language Development, and Special Education. Program dates will vary by program, but all programs will take place between June 16-July 16. Our Expanded Learning Opportunity program (BACR) will provide Summer Intersession at all Elementary and Middle School sites with regular school year in-person programs. Intersession information for students and families has been posted to our various media sources and is included below.

Postings for Elementary Summer Program positions will be made the week of March 10th. Position announcements will be sent to school sites for posting. Certificated staff interested in working for our summer programs, please submit a Summer Program application using the link provided with the position announcement. Application for Classified positions, contact Classified HR. All applications need to be submitted by 3:00PM March 21st.

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We have launched a district immigration resource webpage www.antiochschools.net/immigration . This page includes important resources, district communications, and our special logo in support of students and families.

Please join us Tuesday May 20th 5-7pm at the Lone Tree Golf Course to celebrate our retirees. Dinner includes three types of pasta, salad, and bread.

Join us for the food, fun, and celebration!

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Enrollment is closed but that doesn't mean teachers and staff aren't welcome to come and support then fun. We are excited to announce our first family night!!! Come socialize with families on May 9th from 5:15-7:00 PM at Delta Bowl!!! This will be the first of many more family opportunities to come. Hope to see you there!!!

A healthy Charles Todd Boone was born the morning of April 11 in Napa! Mom and baby are doing great.

As the year comes to an end here are some important reminders:

• Affirm and Attest all IEPs within 5 days
• Make sure all students are on your caseload.
• Request for any students that are not on your caseload to be removed.
• Progress Report Updates on your IEPs
• Send home with report cards

It Could Be YOU!

Reminder, have your SEIS Dashboard at zero.

During the months of May and June, the Special Education Department will be holding random Dashboard checks to see who is at zero. Keep your Dashboard at zero to have multiple chances for your name to be entered into the amazing gift provided by Christine Ibarra. Winner will be notified in June.

Marey Galli received a surprise visit last year after her name was selected.

On May 2nd, during School Nutrition Employee Week, we celebrated School Lunch Hero Day! Established in 2013, this day is dedicated to showing our appreciation and gratitude for all the hard work performed by our Nutrition Services Department staff. They prepare healthy meals for the students and community, adhere to nutrition standards, navigate student food allergies, and offer service with a smile. You'll see that not all heroes wear capes-some wear aprons too!