EUSD Newsletter

Hello Emery Unified community,

I hope our families had a wonderful spring break and are ready to finish the year strong. Students and staff have been working hard to prepare for the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) testing. We encourage students to keep studying and asking questions in their coursework. We are proud of them for their hard work and dedication. Keep up the excellent work!

As we approach the summer break, I encourage families to take advantage of summer enrichment opportunities for children and make time to connect with them and plan for their futures. It’s never too early to talk to students about their hopes and dreams. We at Emery support your family as your child develops interests for a successful future.

Thank you for your continued support of our students and our schools. We look forward to celebrating the end of the school year and our students’ achievements.

Sincerely,

Dr. Quiauna Scott

Superintendent

Excellence - Equity - Engagement - We are #EmeryStrong!

The Emeryville Teachers Association shared an update at a recent board meeting about the science, technology, reading and research, engineering, art and math projects students have been working on! We celebrate our students’ creativity, exploration, and the leadership of our teachers.

Congratulations to our students who participated in the Elevate Oakland Choir Showcase! Keep shining brightly! Your voices have the power to uplift, inspire, and bring communities together. View the performance image gallery here.

Our high school band recently visited Watermark, the senior living community, and performed for the residents. Students are always happy to share the power of community, music, and friendship. Watch a video recap below.

The California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) is a chance for our schools to shine! Preparing well is the key to unlocking your full potential and showcasing all you have learned. We ask families to support students during this time by ensuring they receive plenty of rest, eat a healthy breakfast, arrive at school on time, think positively, and feel confident. The CAASPP test is all about demonstrating knowledge and skills.

Let's take a moment to celebrate our journey and successes! Over the years, students have shown remarkable progress, from academic achievements to community engagement. Together, we have set and reached new goals and continue to strive for excellence. Keep up the fantastic work, Emery!

Here are testing tips for students:

• Get plenty of rest

• Eat a healthy breakfast

• Read directions carefully

• Manage your time wisely

• Use test-taking strategies

• Stay positive and confident

• Review your answers

• Don't panic

Let's give a standing ovation to the incredible staff of EUSD! From teachers to administrators, custodians to counselors, your dedication and hard work make our school community thrive. Your unwavering support, encouragement, and passion for education shape every student's future. Thank you for all that you do every single day!

• April 16: National Librarian Day

• April 21-27: Administrative Professionals Week

• April 24: Administrative Professionals Day

• April 29- May 3: School Nutrition Employee Week

• May 1: School Principals Day

• May 6 - May 10: National Teacher Appreciation Week

• May 7: National Teacher Appreciation Day

• May 8: National School Nurse Day

• May 19 - May 25: Classified School Employee Week

Make the most of your students’ summer break while keeping their academic journey on track. The City of Emeryville Summer Camp application is open! Children ages 4.5 - 14 can enroll, and children ages 16 -18 can apply to work as recreation leaders.

Emery students can receive a FREE Fair single day admission ticket to the annual Fair to learn while having fun!

The Fair offers an opportunity for children to learn about agriculture and how food is grown and the importance of feeding our community. They also can learn about animals of all sizes, participate in STEAM activities and take-home craft projects. New this year: students can learn about local farming with the new Fields of Gratitude, a Tribute to Local Farmers displays.

Here is how to claim a free ticket for your child. The ticket will be emailed to the email you use to claim once the order is complete. Tickets are valid through July 7 at midnight, while supplies last

To claim your free child’s admission ticket, click on the unique link below and enter your school’s promo code. After you submit, your ticket will automatically be emailed to you. Show the ticket QR code at Admission Gates on a mobile device or printed. Your ticket is valid for any single day of the fair.

Visit https://alameda.saffire.com/p/pages/school-program and use the code: EM 2024

This summer, construction outside of campus will remove available parking spaces and make way for bike lanes. We ask for your understanding during the construction period. If you would like to share feedback on the construction, please read the informational guide below.

San Pablo Avenue is a key corridor that links the Alameda County cities of Oakland, Emeryville, Berkeley, and Albany, as well as cities in western Contra Costa County. There is an urgent need for safety improvements along the corridor, which has the third highest rate of injury collisions in Alameda County. San Pablo Avenue also serves as the second busiest corridor for AC Transit bus riders. Alameda CTC is leading three complementary near-term project components to improve safety and transit along the San Pablo Avenue corridor. The Bus Lanes and Bike Lanes Project (Oakland, Emeryville, and South Berkeley) is one of three projects that will improve transit speed and reliability by converting one vehicle travel lane in each direction to a dedicated bus lane and provide new cycling connections by converting parking lanes to protected bike lanes. The project will also include intersection safety improvements, bus stop consolidation, and new loading zones. Bus lanes and bike lanes are not currently proposed in Berkeley north of Heinz Ave.

Project Timeline

The three projects were identified as part of an extensive corridor planning effort between 2017 and 2020, in which we heard about the need for safety improvements to make walking, biking, and taking the bus safer, and transit improvements to make buses faster and more reliable.

Draft plans for the Bus Lanes and Bike Lanes are ready for community input! Alameda County Transportation Commission is currently conducting community engagement on designs for the Bus Lanes and Bike Lanes Project in Oakland, Emeryville, and South Berkeley and requests your input! There are many opportunities to review design ideas and to provide your feedback at https://www.alamedactc.org/programs-projects/multimodal-arterial-roads/sanpabloave.

The Annual Frederick M. Roberts College Scholarship and California Latino Legislative Caucus Foundation are two scholarship opportunities for our students! We are sharing this information on behalf of Assemblymember Mia Bonta and Rowena Brown, District Director, a member of both the California Legislative Black Caucus and California Latino Legislative Caucus.

The Frederick M. Roberts College Scholarship Application Due Date is Friday, May 10, 2024. The application and key details can be found here. Winners will be awarded a $3,500 scholarship to support their educational and professional journey.

The California Latino Legislative Caucus Foundation Scholarship Due Date is Saturday June 1, 2024. The application and key details can be found here. Winners will be awarded a $5,000 scholarship to help fund their academic and professional path.

The League of Women Voters of Berkeley, Albany, Emeryville's Helene Lecar Civic Engagement Program is happening fall 2024 and spring 2025, with one summer 2024 opportunity. Paid internship positions are available for high school and community college students who would like to intern for one semester; applications are due May 19th.

As a national organization with a commitment to empowering voters and defending our democracy, the League of Women Voters of Berkeley, Albany, and Emeryville engage community members here locally and around the country in voter education, voter registration, standing up for democracy, and GOTV (Get Out The Vote) efforts.

The organization is recruiting students heading into the 11th and 12th grades - or attending local colleges - who want to learn about government, politics, and ways to have an impact in these critical times for our democracy. Interns will learn about criminal justice issues; ballot measure and public policy analysis; communications; diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI); climate change mitigation efforts; socio-economic justice issues; and other major challenges as they are addressed by our city councils and commissions.

See the position descriptions here.

Apply here.

May 1, 2024 – Open House

June 7, 2024 – Last Day of School

Emery Unified School District welcomes new students! Join a community that values learning, diversity, and student success. Our schools offer engaging academic programs, dedicated teachers, and a supportive environment that fosters growth. Students receive a well-rounded education that prepares them for a bright future.

Educational progress highlights include:

• 96% graduation rate

• English Language Arts scores are above the state average.

• Over 80% acceptance rate to post-secondary education.

• New learning spaces

• Modern classrooms are equipped with the latest technology to support educational excellence.

• National award-winning debate team

• Recognized nationally for outstanding critical thinking and communications skills.

• Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) & Mental Health Offerings

• Dedicated programs promoting the well-being and holistic development of every student.

And more!

Enrollment is now open! We offer campus tours to prospective families! Learn more and apply on our website.

Join us for our upcoming Board Meeting on May 8, 2024, at 6 PM. Meetings take place in Building A. For more information, visit our website.

It is crucial to prioritize mental health and overall well-being. Engaging in self-care activities, spending time with loved ones, and setting limits to cope with stress can all be helpful for families.

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Email: info@emeryusd.org
Website: https://emeryusd.k12.ca.us
Location: 4727 San Pablo Avenue, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
Phone: 510-601-4000