Signature Programs Registration Window is NOW OPEN!

San Bernardino City Unified School District Registration to participate in a signature program begins TODAY . Completed applications must be received by the Enrollment & Placement Services office no later than 4 p.m. on January 19, 2023 . Any applications received after the deadline will automatically be placed on a waiting list for the requested program. Late applications will not be accepted once the 2023–2024 school year has begun. If interested in more than one program, a separate application must be submitted for each program. The drawing will be held via Zoom at 5 p.m. in Jones Elementary School, 700 North F Street, on February 16, 2023 . Applications must be submitted online by visiting sbcusd.com/signatureprograms . Produced and Distributed by the San Bernardino City Unified School District

Tuesday, Dec 06 2022

SBCUSD Weekly Bulletin Board - December 5, 2022

Weekly Bulletin Board  |   December 5, 2022     The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education values the voice of its families, employees, and community and is giving educational partners more time to help shape the search for a new superintendent. An online input survey will remain open until December 9, 2022 , to allow more feedback that will be used by the executive search firm McPherson & Jacobson LLC, hired by the Board of Education to assist in the search and selection process, to recruit and screen candidates to lead SBCUSD. All educational partners including parents, community leaders, employees, and students may share their thoughts through the short, online survey.     -----------------------------------   SBCUSD Family Engagement Winter Brik Opportunity Drawing 8 Ways to Participate! A New Winner will be picked every Friday in December!  To be entered to win a bike for your student! Send a photo of you and/or your family doing one or more of the 8 activities below! The more activities you do the more chances to win! Attend a Family Engagement Workshop Submit your Student's Perfect attendance for 12/1/2022 - 12/15/2022 Visit Your Local Library Read a Book with Your Family Volunteer Somewhere Complete a Session on Imagine Learning Attend a Winter Break Tutoring Session Donate the Clothes you Don't Need Submit your photos online at sbcusd.info/winter or Text your photos to (909) 667-7318. First Annual Brick Blast SBCUSD's Expanded Learning Sunrise/CAPS program is hosting its first annual Brick Blast on Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Indian Springs High School. Come out and join us for free family fun with interactive activities and food trucks! For more information, contact CAPS at (909) 880-6863. For more details of the event and to register, visit: bit.ly/BrickBlast Upcoming Pure Land Foundation Drive-Thru Food Distribution Events Pure Land Foundation is hosting a free drive-thru food distribution event at the following locations: December 10, 2022 Pacific High School 1020 Pacific Street, San Bernardino, CA 92404 December 17, 2022 Arroyo Valley High School 1881 West Baseline Street, San Bernardino, CA 92411 Volunteers are also needed to provide their support. This event takes place from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. or until supplies last. SBCUSD Department of Special Education presents a Virtual Parent Workshop Join the SBCUSD Special Education Department for their upcoming Virtual Parent Workshop Topic: Behavioral Support for School, Home and Community Date: December 8, 2022 Time: 1:00-2:30 p.m. Register at: https://forms.gle/dTTFrNwcUuQdyusd7 CAAASA Free Family Event for the Holidays Celebrate the holidays with us during our Free Family Event,  Saturday, December 17 from 10 am - 2pm San Bernardino High School 1850 North E Street San Bernardino, CA 92405 Featuring gift giveaway, festivities, and services to make your holiday season merry and bright. Free COVID-19 Boosters Flu Shots Free Eyeglasses (with current prescription) Free Holiday Presents Free Dental Cleanings & Fluoride Treatments (Ages 2 to 18) Live DJ Free Diapers Gift Cards Food Truck Reserve your spot for vaccines at  CAAASA.org .   LA Galaxy Soccer Clinic Saturday, December 17, 2022 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Lytle Creek Park 380 South K Street, San Bernardino, CA 92410 Water and light refreshments will be available. FIRST SESSION Ages: 6-10 years old Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. SECOND SESSION Ages: 11-15 years old Times: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Cost: FREE Register at: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/4a85a3dc0b93483abe4c67e941e7a5b0 For more information or questions, email CasinoSponsorship@yaamava.com or call (909) 838-4914. Jr. Sparks Basketball Clinic When: Saturday, December 10, 2022 Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Location: Indian Springs High School (650 North Del Rosa Drive, San Bernardino, CA 92410) Ages:  Boys & Girls, 10-17 Years Old The Los Angeles Sparks youth basketball program's mission is to have a positive impact on participants lives by exposing them to transferable life principles and values such as discipline, developing the fundamentals of basketball skills. REGISTER NOW at:  https://lasparks.leagueapps.com/camps/3562155-jr-sparks-clinic-at-indian-springs-hs For more information, contact: Doug Berrios at dberrios@la-sparks.com With Hazel, student can receive same-day care at school, or call a doctor from home. Sign up today! Hazel is no-cost to families! Sign up today for your child receive care at school or from home. When students are not feeling well at school, your school nurse can help them see a Hazel medical provider over video chat to receive same-day care, right from school. When at home...headache or tummy ache? Need a prescription? On days when your school is nurse is not down the hall, contact Hazel medical provider from your home in minutes. Sign Up Today! Visit my.hazel.co/sbcusd/consent or call (909) 531-5244. Free Afterschool Program: St John's Success Center We provide help and materials for student projects in art, history, and science. Weekly fun activities; Tie Dye Shirts, Slime, Cooking Classes, Video Game Competitions, Movies, Popcorn, and Snowcones K-12th Grade One-On-One Tutoring with Bilingual Staff When Monday - Friday 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. Where Corner of 14th and Arrowhead 1407 North Arrowhead, San Bernardino, CA 92405 For more information, call (909) 889-1195 Akoma Unity Center Presents: SANKOFA Saturdays Come and Join the Fun! Free Every Saturday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Located: 1367 North California Street, San Bernardino, CA 92411 Mentorship Programs Film Production Workshops Community Sustainability Garden Drip'd Squad (Water Education Program) Parent Engagement Coding, E-Sports, & Robotics College & Career Readiness Free Nutritional Meal Provided Contact Us at (909) 217-7656 or visit www.Akomaunitycenter.org for more information. December . 05 . 2022

Monday, Dec 05 2022

SBCUSD Connect Newsletter - December 2, 2022

In the Spotlight Input Survey for Superintendent Search Remains Open The San Bernardino City Unified School District Board of Education values the voice of its families, employees, and community and is giving educational partners more time to help shape the search for a new superintendent. An online input survey will remain open until December 9, 2022 , to allow more feedback that will be used by the executive search firm McPherson & Jacobson LLC, hired by the Board of Education to assist in the search and selection process, to recruit and screen candidates to lead SBCUSD. All educational partners including parents, community leaders, employees, and students may share their thoughts through the short, online survey.   Cash for College If you have a high school senior, now’s the time to apply for financial aid that can provide thousands of dollars in college scholarships, grants, and other financial assistance. All Seniors, regardless of GPA, who are considering attending a technical/vocational school, community college, or four-year university may qualify for state and/or federal financial aid. The first step is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application (CADAA) by March 2, 2023, to receive the maximum amount of financial aid available. The Class of 2023 is the first to be required by state law to complete the FAFSA. Students must submit the FAFSA to be eligible for federal financial aid like work-study, student loans and the Pell Grant, as well as a range of other college and state need-based aid. Students should complete it as soon as possible. The difference between filing early, on time or late can amount to thousands of dollars in funding to pay for college. For more information, students should see their high school counselor. Future in Focus Quick tips, brief updates, and reminders about what's coming up to help families, employees, and our community make the most of our schools. District Launches Connect ONE Newsletter for Families San Bernardino City Unified publishes several newsletters that provide important and valuable information to families, ensuring you stay informed about what is happening in our schools and District. Connect ONE is a new, monthly newsletter that serves as an important source of information for families, highlighting key information focused on student wellness, student learning, safety, and much more. Connect ONE is one page, one topic, and once a month you can expect to receive a printed copy. December’s inaugural edition is dedicated to student wellness and will arrive in your mailbox in the coming weeks. January’s Connect ONE will be all about student learning. We hope you’ll keep this newsletter handy since it has useful resources that families may need from time to time. For more frequent information about our schools and District, make sure you’re connected to ParentSquare , which you can download free from the App Store and Google Play. Pure Land Foundation Food Distributions Saturday, December 10, 2022 9 a.m. to noon (or until supplies last) Pacific High School 1020 Pacific Street San Bernardino Saturday, December 17, 2022 9 a.m. to noon (or until supplies last) Arroyo Valley High School 1881 West Base Line San Bernardino Family Culture Nights Coming Up: SBCUSD’s Free Title VI American Indian Education Program Benefits All Students The District’s  Title VI American Indian Education program presents opportunities this month and January 2023 for all families to share the rich cultural traditions of Native Americans and inspire Native families to succeed in school and life in ways that honor their ancestors. Family Culture Nights will be held on December 8, 2022, and January 12, 19, and 26 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Professional Development Center (PDC), 4030 Georgia Blvd. in San Bernardino. The year-long series of events and activities are designed to foster a sense of community and pride among the District’s Native families and educate non-Native families about the rich cultural heritage of Native people. Everyone is welcome to attend. Call (909) 473-2077 to learn more about the District’s Title VI American Indian Education program. Winter Break The countdown to winter break is on. SBCUSD students are on break starting Friday, December 16. Classes resume on Monday, January 9, 2023. Assistant Superintendent Dr. Marcus Funchess to be Honored at Upcoming Breakfast Congratulations to Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Dr. Marcus Funchess for receiving the Exemplary Service in Education award from the Delta Rho Chapter of the National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa Inc. He will be honored during the 12th Annual Educators Prayer Breakfast on December 10, at Thinkwise Credit Union, 599 North E Street, San Bernardino. The event begins at 11 a.m. Tickets are $50 and are available at PDK Prayer Breakfast Brunch Tickets . Weekly Bulletin Each Monday morning, SBCUSD publishes the Weekly Bulletin through ParentSquare, where we share a collection of events to keep you connected to SBCUSD and the community. Check out the Weekly Bulletin Mondays at 11 a.m. Highlights of the Week Highlights of key news from the week that will help you stay in the know. Help Us Keep Children Healthy This Winter As winter begins, this is a reminder to be mindful that we are in the middle of the cold and flu season and it is important that we work together to keep our children healthy. Viruses and the common cold spread easily among children in school settings and this cold and flu season has been especially challenging with the threat of the flu, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). RSV is a respiratory virus, and infections are impacting emergency room wait times and hospital capacity. In addition, public health officials are warning the flu may be more severe for a longer period of time this year. The flu and COVID-19 are both spread from person to person, especially indoors and in crowded places. Symptoms for both viruses include fever, headache, and muscle and joint pain, as well as a sore throat and coughing. Symptoms of RSV include cough, runny nose, and fever. As a reminder, please do not send your child to school if they are feeling sick or experiencing flu or cold symptoms, and report all absences to the school office. Keeping your sick child home will be a great benefit for the health and wellness of all students and staff. We recommend visiting your child’s school ahead of the winter break for free over-the-counter COVID-19 tests so you have them on hand before you need them. Also, reach out to your child’s medical provider to ensure your child is up-to-date on vaccinations. All SBCUSD students can receive free medical care through Hazel Health at Home, a free telehealth service available for all District students ages 4 and up. You can use a smartphone, tablet, or other electronic device to access medical care, including prescriptions. Hazel Health at Home is great for common health issues, like colds, flu, and asthma. For more information, call Hazel Health at (415) 424-4266 or visit my.hazel.co/patient/signup to access this free service. By keeping our children healthy, our whole community benefits. Your entire family can avoid getting sick by following these tips: Wash hands with soap and water thoroughly and often Use hand sanitizers, if unable to wash hands Stay away from sick people Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth Clean commonly touched surfaces regularly Wear a mask indoors, if you wish SBCUSD Staff and Students Spotlighted for Native American Heritage Month Congratulations to our Native American staff and students who were honored in November during National Native American Heritage Month. Kudos to all of them for honoring and representing their indigenous, tribal heritage. Here are links to the profiles featured on the District’s Facebook page. Be sure to look for #SBCUSDNativeAmericanHeritage on all the District’s social media channels so you don’t miss any of the spotlights. Allysa Villarreal Isaiah Villarreal Nolan Villarreal Rey Villarreal Zavior Brave Heart Villarreal Cindra Weber Felix White Achilles War Cry Hart Zavala Mid-Year Update for Parents All California school districts, including the San Bernardino City Unified School District, are required to annually notify pupils, parents, and guardians of their rights and responsibilities, pursuant to California Education Code (EC) 48980. SBCUSD’s Report to Families meets this requirement and is available at www.sbcusd.com/rtf or your child’s school. We encourage all families to read this annual notification, which has just undergone a mid-year update and now has even more useful information! Families Can Apply for Signature Programs Next Week Families can begin registering children for the District’s highly sought after Signature Programs (formerly known as Magnet/Options Programs) on December 6, 2022. Our special programs include creative and performing arts, dual language immersion, environmental education, and more. Completed applications must be received by the Enrollment & Placement Services office no later than 4 p.m. on January 19, 2023. Applications must be submitted online by visiting sbcusd.com/enrollment . Any applications received after the deadline will automatically be placed on a waiting list for the requested program. Late applications will not be accepted once the 2023–2024 school year begins. If interested in more than one program, a separate application must be submitted for each program. The drawing will be held via Zoom at 5 p.m. in Jones Elementary School, 700 North F Street, on February 16, 2023. If you want more information, visit sbcusd.com/signatureprograms or call Enrollment and Placement Services at (909) 889-7576. SBCUSD in the News $38,000 grant will expand San Bernardino City Unified School District’s dual language immersion program. 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Saturday, Dec 03 2022

SBCUSD Weekly Bulletin Board - November 28, 2022

Weekly Bulletin Board  |   November 28, 2022     The Board of Education invites you to help shape the search for our next Superintendent. YOUR voice is of the utmost importance in this process. To share your input, a virtual Open Forum has been scheduled for Wednesday, November 30, 2022 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.   To access the virtual Open Forum, please use the provided Zoom link   (Meeting ID: 889 5712 4108  |  Passcode: 385128) *This forum is open to all educational partners, including employees, parents, community members, and secondary students -----------------------------------   Sierra High School and ICEC's Resource Health Fair Join us for Sierra High School and ICEC's free Resource Health Fair and the grand opening of Sierra High School's Resource Center on  Tuesday, November 29, from 12:30 to 3 p.m.  at 555 E Olive Street , behind E. Neal Roberts Elementary School!   For more information, please get in touch with Yesenia Ceballos at yesenia.ceballos@sbcusd.k12.ca.us. November 2022 Edition of the Scoop now available The latest edition of the Scoop, the monthly newsletter of SBCUSD Nutrition Services, is now available! See the attached document to this bulletin and DOWNLOAD YOU COPY NOW!!! CAAASA Free Family Event for the Holidays Celebrate the holidays with us during our Free Family Event,  Saturday, December 17 from 10 am - 2pm San Bernardino High School 1850 North E Street San Bernardino, CA 92405 Featuring gift giveaway, festivities, and services to make your holiday season merry and bright. Free COVID-19 Boosters Flu Shots Free Eyeglasses (with current prescription) Free Holiday Presents Free Dental Cleanings & Fluoride Treatments (Ages 2 to 18) Live DJ Free Diapers Gift Cards Food Truck Reserve your spot for vaccines at CAAASA.org . First Annual Brick Blast SBCUSD's Expanded Learning Sunrise/CAPS program is hosting its first annual Brick Blast on Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Indian Springs High School. Come out and join us for free family fun with interactive activities and food trucks! For more information, contact CAPS at (909) 880-6863. For more details of the event and to register, visit: bit.ly/BrickBlast The City of San Bernardino presents Miracle on Court Street The City of San Bernardino presents Miracle on Court Street. An Experience You Can't Miss! Located in the Court Street Parking Lot, 349 North E Street December 1 - December 20 Weekdays 4-8pm Saturdays 12-8pm Sunday 12-6pm Please see the attached schedule for all the various activities available for the whole family. Sign up for Swim Lessons at the YMCA Learning to swim is a valuable life skill that allows participation in aquatic activities while preventing the risk of drowning. YMCA certificated swim instructors teach water safety while encouraging youth to learn a variety of swim techniques. The Y is offering year-round swim lessons. Sign up for lessons online or at the Y front desk. With Hazel, student can receive same-day care at school, or call a doctor from home. Sign up today! Hazel is no-cost to families! Sign up today for your child receive care at school or from home. When students are not feeling well at school, your school nurse can help them see a Hazel medical provider over video chat to receive same-day care, right from school. When at home...headache or tummy ache? Need a prescription? On days when your school is nurse is not down the hall, contact Hazel medical provider from your home in minutes. Sign Up Today! Visit my.hazel.co/sbcusd/consent or call (909) 531-5244. Free Afterschool Program: St John's Success Center We provide help and materials for student projects in art, history, and science. Weekly fun activities; Tie Dye Shirts, Slime, Cooking Classes, Video Game Competitions, Movies, Popcorn, and Snowcones K-12th Grade One-On-One Tutoring with Bilingual Staff When Monday - Friday 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. Where Corner of 14th and Arrowhead 1407 North Arrowhead, San Bernardino, CA 92405 For more information, call (909) 889-1195 Akoma Unity Center Presents: SANKOFA Saturdays Come and Join the Fun! Free Every Saturday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Located: 1367 North California Street, San Bernardino, CA 92411 Mentorship Programs Film Production Workshops Community Sustainability Garden Drip'd Squad (Water Education Program) Parent Engagement Coding, E-Sports, & Robotics College & Career Readiness Free Nutritional Meal Provided Contact Us at (909) 217-7656 or visit www.Akomaunitycenter.org for more information. November . 28 . 2022

Monday, Nov 28 2022

Updates regarding the Superintendent Search

SAN BERNARDINO CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT Dear Valued SBCUSD Partner: The Board of Education invites you to help shape the search for our next Superintendent. YOUR voice is of the utmost importance in this process. To share your input, we ask that you please complete this online input survey . The closing date of the Superintendent online input survey has been extended and will remain open until Monday, November 28, 2022 . Additionally, a second Open Forum (open to all educational partners, including employees, parents, community members, and secondary students) has also been scheduled for Wednesday, November 30 (6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.) . To access the virtual Open Forum , please use this Zoom link  (Meeting ID: 889 5712 4108 | Passcode: 385128) The executive search firm McPherson & Jacobson LLC, hired by the Board to assist in the search and selection process, will use the input to recruit and screen candidates to lead SBCUSD. Produced and Distributed by the SBCUSD Communications/Community Relations Department

Wednesday, Nov 23 2022