Superintendent Newsletter

Happy April! As we settle into spring break, I want to take a moment to thank you for the energy, care, and commitment you continue to pour into our students and schools. The final stretch of the school year is just around the corner, and it’s going to be a busy and exciting one!

CAASPP testing will take place from May 5th through May 23rd, and we’re encouraging strong attendance with a fun AttenDANCE Challenge that could pop up any day. Get ready to show up and show out!

I also hope you’ll join us for our final LCAP Community Forum of the school year on May 1st. This is a great opportunity to share your voice and help shape the future of MCSD.

Wishing you all a restful and well-deserved spring break!

Warmly,
Mrs. Julianna Stocking
Superintendent
Merced City School District

Mrs. Julianna Stocking

Superintendent

Merced City School District

We're spicing things up at MCSD! 🌶️

In this special three-part cooking series, Community Outreach Specialist, Fong Her, welcomes Superintendent Julianna Stocking into the kitchen to explore the bold flavors of Hmong pepper.

In Part 1, Fong shares a zesty blend featuring cilantro, Thai chili peppers, Szechuan peppercorns, MSG, salt, and fish sauce, a perfect pairing for meat lovers and a delicious staple in Hmong cuisine.

This flavorful journey is more than just food, it's a celebration of culture, community, and the vibrant diversity that makes MCSD shine.

Stay tuned for Parts 2 and 3!

From band and cheer to dance and theater, every MCSD school shined brightly in this year’s Spotlight Showcase! We are so proud of our talented students and their incredible performances that celebrated creativity, passion, and the power of the arts. Take a moment to relive the magic and enjoy these snapshots of our students sharing their love for the arts with our community.

Click HERE to view photos from the event!

Merced City School District’s 53,000 square foot Operational Facility is officially ready to support the staff here in MCSD after an exciting ribbon cutting ceremony was held to commemorate this milestone.

Thank you to our staff for being so flexible during this transitional period. Thank you to the FH Construction and Teter Architects for being exceptional partners who brought this project to fruition, and thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate!

This space will serve as the new home for the District’s Information and Education Technology, SNS, Facilities, Warehouse Team, Print Shop and Professional Development Center. We look forward to supporting staff and families in this space for decades to come!

Give your child the gift of bilingualism with MCSD’s Dual Language Immersion (DLI) Program at Stowell Elementary - now open exclusively to incoming Kindergarten students! This unique program helps students speak, read, and write in both English and Spanish while excelling academically.

Enrollment is limited, with priority given to:

✅ Stowell Elementary neighborhood students

✅ Siblings of current DLI students

✅ Students within MCSD boundaries

To learn more, contact Veronica Villa, EL Coordinator, at (209) 385-6331 or visit the MCSD website for details.

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity—secure your child’s spot today!

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!

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