San Juan Scene - Sept. 2, 2025
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Progress on the San Juan High School stadium modernization
Construction crews were hard at work this summer on the stadium modernization project at San Juan High School, which will include a new synthetic track and field, new tennis courts, a new ticket booth, concession area and an upgraded restroom building.
The project is set to be completed summer 2026.
Campus upgrades created welcoming spaces at Woodside K-8
Woodside K-8 started the year with exciting campus updates, including new classroom furniture, fresh flooring and added walls in kindergarten rooms to create spaces for focused learning.
Completed over the summer, these upgrades support safe, welcoming and inclusive learning environments.
Albert Schweitzer Elementary School welcomed students to a remodeled courtyard
Albert Schweitzer Elementary School’s remodeled courtyard features a shade structure, new benches, concrete walkways and drinking water fountains, offering students and staff a refreshed outdoor space.
Upgraded fencing transformed schools across San Juan Unified
School sites across the San Juan Unified School District have been undergoing improvements through upgraded and freshly painted fencing around campuses. These transformations support our efforts to maximize security, providing a safe learning experience for all.
Current fencing projects include Andrew Carnegie Middle School, Bella Vista High School, Mary Deterding Elementary School, Pasadena Avenue Elementary School, Pershing Elementary School, Sylvan Middle School and Whitney Avenue Elementary School.
Students, parents, staff and community members are welcome and encouraged to attend the following Board of Education and committee meetings:
Curriculum, Standards, Instructional & Student Services Committee – Wednesday, Sept. 3, at 6:30 p.m.
District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) Meeting – Thursday, Sept. 4, at 6 p.m.
Board of Education Meeting – Tuesday, Sept. 9, at 6:30 p.m.
Community Advisory Committee (CAC) Meeting – Tuesday, Sept. 16, at 6 p.m.
LCAP Parent Advisory Committee Meeting – Thursday, Sept. 18, at 6 p.m.
Board of Education Meeting – Tuesday, Sept. 23, at 6:30 p.m.
All meetings will be held at the San Juan Unified School District Office (Board Room), 3738 Walnut Ave., Carmichael.
Families are invited to these upcoming workshops and events in September:
Building Blocks for Effective Co-Parenting begins Sept. 17 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Will Rogers Middle School (4924 Dewey Drive, Fair Oaks). This three-session class is designed for parents, guardians and caregivers seeking practical, relatable tools for successful co-parenting.
Community Care Hub on Sept. 18 at Ralph Richardson Center (4848 Cottage Way, Carmichael) from 3 to 4:30 p.m. This month’s Care Hub will have additional resources for college/career readiness and special education.
Understanding Special Education and Your IEP takes place on Sept. 30 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the District Office (3738 Walnut Avenue, Carmichael). This session is for parents and caregivers with a child on an Individualized Educational Program (IEP) in special education. Learn about the IEP process, components of the IEP documents, and parent rights and responsibilities.
Learn more about these upcoming events at www.sanjuan.edu/face.
Families can also visit the video library to watch a video on Fostering Positive Habits for School Attendance.
Adjusting to school-year schedules and priorities after the summer can be a challenge. To make it easier:
Create a weekly schedule. Include time for schoolwork, play, activities and family times.
Set bedtimes and wake times for your child that allow at least nine hours of sleep and plenty of time to get ready.
Cut back on passive screen use. Set device curfews, activity limits and screen-free zones (like the dinner table).