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December 17-20 - Early Release for K-12

December 23-January 3 - Winter Break, No School

• The District Office will also be closed to the public during this time (new this year). If you need to come to our office during break, please use the Staff Directory to send us an email to make an appointment.

Email: kcallahan@wpusd.org

Website: wpusd.org

Phone: 916-645-6350

Board Meeting Highlights

• November 19 Highlights
• The board received a presentation from 3 Fold Communications summarizing their efforts on community outreach and education campaigns.
• Cathy Dominico from Capitol PFG presented on the need to assign homes being built north of Highway 193 in Village 1 to existing schools due to insufficient funding from developers to construct new ones.
• The board approved a plan to assign the upcoming attendance boundary in Village 1 to Sheridan Elementary, as they are the only elementary school with sufficient space. They also agreed to revisit this decision if additional funding becomes available.

Upcoming Meetings

• December 17, 2024 - Creekside Oaks Elementary Cafeteria, 6:30pm

Miss a meeting? Click HERE to view them on our YouTube Channel

In This Section
🚨Annual Registration Update NEW!

As of today, OVER 1,700 STUDENTS do not have updated information. Your student may be one of them. Please complete this process today.

ALL students attending WPUSD schools for the 2024-2025 school year must have their registration, emergency contact and health information reviewed and updated. Please ensure all required forms are e-signed and submitted. Failure to complete this process may impact your child's ability to participate in field trips and other extracurricular activities.

Information & Instructions
PowerSchool Parent Portal Log In Link

• Contact your child’s school office with any questions.
• If you don’t have a Parent Portal account, you should have received an email or letter with setup instructions.
• Forgot your student’s Access ID/Password? Contact your child’s school for assistance.
• For technical support with your Parent Portal account, email HelpDesk@wpusd.org
• If you forgot your username or password, use the 'Forgot Password' link on the log-in screen.

In This Section

🎄Important Registration Dates & Information NEW!

📣Ethnic Studies Implementation & Outreach NEW!

💙The HUB: WPUSD Family Resource Center Now Online NEW!

🎓Students Help Implement Portrait of a Learner NEW!

🤳How Much Screentime is Too Much? NEW!

☕Plateful News NEW!

📱Social Media Buzz NEW!

👩🏻‍🏫We're Hiring NEW!

Below are important upcoming dates, information sessions and more. If you or someone you know may be registering a child for the upcoming school year, be sure to save these dates and share the information!

All of our registration instructions and requirements can be found on our website HERE.

Key Registration Dates

January 7, 2025 - Online Pre-Registration Opens
February 10, 2025 - Dual Language Immersion (DLI) Program Priority Registration Deadline
February 21, 2025 - Priority Registration Deadline

Intra-district Transfer Dates

January 17, 2025 - Intra-district Transfers Open for 2025-2026

February 14, 2025 - High School Priority Intra Deadline
July 31, 2025 - Intra-district 2nd Window Opens for 2025-2026

TK & Kindergarten Information Session:

Are you preparing to enroll your child in Transitional Kindergarten (TK) or Kindergarten for the upcoming school year? Join us for our Virtual Parent Information Session to learn about our TK and Kindergarten programs, the registration process, and the options available to give your child a great start!

Session Details:

• Tuesday, December 10, 2024
• English Presentation: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
• Virtual Meeting Link
• Spanish Presentation: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
• Virtual Meeting Link

Dual Language Immersion Information Sessions:

Our district’s Dual Language Immersion program, housed at Creekside Oaks Elementary, offers students the opportunity to become bilingual and biliterate in English and Spanish. Through this enriching program, students gain enhanced cognitive skills, cultural awareness, and academic advantages that prepare them for a global future.

Session Details:

• December 18, 2024: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm (Virtual)
  Virtual Meeting Link
• January 17, 2025: 8:30 am - 9:30 am (In-person at Creekside Oaks Elementary)
• January 28, 2025: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm (In-person at Creekside Oaks Elementary)

Come explore how this program can benefit your incoming TK or Kindergarten student! We look forward to seeing you there.

We’re pleased to invite you to be part of shaping our new Ethnic Studies course! Your input is invaluable as we develop this exciting addition to our curriculum.

We’ll be hosting two Family Information Nights in January to share more about Ethnic Studies and hear your thoughts.

Lincoln High School Theater

January 8, 2025

6-7pm

Twelve Bridges High School Theater

January 9, 2025

6-7 pm

What will the course cover?
The course will explore key topics, all connected to our local community, in the following units:

• Introduction to Ethnic Studies

• Culture and Identity

• Origins, Movements, and Migration

• Societal Structures and Their Effect

• Social Movements and Community Organizing

• Final Project

What is Ethnic Studies?

• Learning about different cultures and histories often left out of regular classes

• Understanding experiences of diverse groups and eliminating stereotypes

• Exploring how race, gender, and class shape people's lives and society

• Discovering often-overlooked contributions of people from various backgrounds

• Developing skills to engage positively in our diverse world

What Ethnic Studies is not:

• Intended to demonize or shame any one group of people

• To promote one opinion or political idea/agenda

Implementation Timeline:

• Assembly Bill 101 requires districts to offer Ethnic Studies by the 2025–26 school year

• It will be a graduation requirement for the Class of 2029–30

We’re excited to share more as we move forward. In the meantime, if you have any questions, please contact our Educational Services Department at 916.645.6350.

Thank you for partnering with us to bring this course to life!

The HUB serves as a valuable resource for the students and families in our district.

The HUB offers services like:

• Shelf Stable Food
• Produce & Local Food Distributions
• Backpacks & School Supplies
• Hygiene Kits
• College & Career support
• Referrals to County and Local Services

The HUB is open to all WPUSD students and families. They welcome drop-ins during business hours - stop by and say hello!

You can find The HUB on our website and on social media. For information about upcoming food distributions and events, visit wpusd.org/thehub.

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As we delve deeper into what the Portrait of a Learner means for WPUSD and how to implement it, we are turning to our greatest asset—our students—for guidance! Through Student Senate and our Portrait of a Learner Guiding Coalition, students are providing valuable insight, ideas and implementation strategies to help us make meaningful progress. Their contributions are shaping how we ensure every student embodies the Portrait of a Learner traits when they graduate from WPUSD schools.

Is your child in Student Senate or the Guiding Coalition? See what they've been up to and ask about some of their ideas!

Portrait of a Learner Background and Information

Social media can connect friends and family but poses risks, especially for children and adolescents. While some benefits exist (e.g., access to information, friends, an outlet for self-expression), available research suggests that the risks are more significant. Such risks may include but are not limited to: impaired sleep, cyberbullying, increased risk of anxiety and depression, body image issues, and exposure to extreme, harmful, and/or inappropriate content.

Check out the attached documents below for more information!

Persimmons are naturally high in fiber and vitamins, especially vitamin A and vitamin C. Eating persimmons can help support your immune system, promote healthy skin, and improve digestion. Plus, their sweet, honey-like flavor makes them a delightful addition to both sweet and savory dishes!

Served during breakfast, students at our middle and high schools can enjoy a hot cup of coco before heading to class.

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WPUSD is hiring! Check out our current job openings at https://www.edjoin.org/wpusd. Be sure to share the Edjoin link with those who may be looking for employment!

Some of our current available positions:

• Health Clerk - Twelve Bridges Elementary
• Registrar - Lincoln High School
• Custodian - Carlin C. Coppin
• Facilities Coordinator
• Assistant Choir Director - Lincoln High
• Bilingual Services Provider - Creekside Oaks
• Various Coaching Positions
• Substitutes
• Many More!

Here's where you can find quick links to frequently searched items.

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Location: 600 6th Street, Suite 400, Lincoln, CA, USA
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