Supt's Scoop
Volume 2.1 -- August 2023
NEWSWORTHY
Welcome to the 2023-2024 School Year!
Check out all of the smiling faces of SJUSD students! The year is filled with promise and possibilities! Let's make each day count! Here's to a great year! Here's to #StudentSuccess
ParentSquare
The District's main communication tool for families and staff is ParentSquare. Don't miss any important information -- ensure that the "Notifications" setting in your account is set to allow INSTANT TEXT MESSAGE updates. Learn more or, if you need assistance, ask any of our Family Liaison's and they will be happy to help!
Waiting by the Phone
Leaders in education, law enforcement, and child advocacy center organizations in Riverside County collaborated on a 4-minute video that showcases warning signs from a student perspective and provides tools for educators and students to take action. "Waiting by the Phone" was written, directed, and edited, by students from Palm Desert High School in the Desert Sands USD. Learn more about the project.
STAFF SHOUT OUTS & KUDOS
KUDOS TO:
CATHY WINGATE (SPED Teacher) Cathy is so helpful and friendly. She truly cares for the students and gives clear communication with parents and staff. She's just amazing. I worked ESY and ELO at Record with her. She was always willing to help and she handled all issues promptly and with grace.
This employee is exceptional!
Use this form to recognize a co-worker for being awesome! Next month we'll share the good reports and let you tell us about additional outstanding employees!
WHAT'S HAPPENING?
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Welcome Back!
A new school year begins with the annual Welcome Back Celebration!
It's So Nice to Meet You!
New? We Will Help You Succeed!
Once a Puentista, always a Puentista
The Puente Secondary Program is designed to help students graduate, become college eligible, and enroll in college through the efforts and support provided by a Puente-trained team.