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  • Friday Flyers! / ¡Volantes de los viernes!

    Attached, you will find this week's Friday flyers! FRIDAY FLYERS Free Meals This Summer for 18 and Under Sing! Registration Now Open The distribution, posting, or publishing of the materials does not imply district endorsement of the group’s activities, products, or services

    Friday, Jun 06 2025

  • Math SuperBowl Performances / Participaciones en la ...

    Congratulations to the individuals and school teams who participated in Wednesday's Math SuperBowl Competition. Each GUSD school had 4 member teams for 4th, 5th and 6th grades. Thank you to the math coaches, parents, teachers and principals who helped support students preparing and performing for this event over the course of the year. 375 students representing 34 Santa Barbara South County schools convened at the Page Youth Center for an exciting morning of math! /  Felicitaciones a los individuos y equipos escolares que participaron en la Competencia de Matemáticas SuperBowl del miércoles. Cada escuela del GUSD tuvo 4 equipos de 4to, 5to y 6to grado. Gracias a los instructores de matemáticas, padres, maestros y directores que ayudaron a los estudiantes a prepararse y participar en este evento durante el transcurso del año. 375 estudiantes representando a 34 escuelas del Sur del Condado de Santa Bárbara se reunieron en el Centro Juvenil Page para una emocionante mañana de matemáticas. Please see the below link for Noozhawk's coverage of the event /  Por favor, consulte el siguiente enlace para la cobertura de Noozhawk del evento: https://www.noozhawk.com/student-mathletes-go-by-the-numbers-at-2025-math-super-bowl/

    Saturday, May 31 2025

  • Friday Flyers! / ¡Volantes de los viernes!

    Attached, you will find this week's Friday flyers! FRIDAY FLYERS Free Meals This Summer for 18 and Under SBIFF FREE Family Summer Films Free Anchor Sports Camp 5th - 8th Graders June 6th The distribution, posting, or publishing of the materials does not imply district endorsement of the group’s activities, products, or services

    Friday, May 30 2025

  • Summer Food Service Locations / Servicio de comidas ...

    Summer Food Service Locations Summer Meals Locations and Times Join us this summer for free breakfast and lunch!  No applications are necessary and all children and teens 18 and under are welcome to one free breakfast and one free lunch, daily.  Please note, meals must be consumed onsite and during the scheduled meal times.  Adults are not permitted to pick up meals to-go.   Ellwood School June 11 - July 23, Monday - Friday (closed 6/19 & 7/4 )   Breakfast: 8:30 - 10:30 a.m.  Lunch: 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.  Mountain View School   June 11 - July 11, Monday - Friday ( closed 6/19 & 7/4 ) Breakfast: 9:30 -10:30 a.m. Lunch: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Santa Barbara Unified School District Summer Meal Locations Monday - Friday  ( closed July 4th)  Franklin Elementary - Breakfast 8am - 9:30 and Lunch 11:30 am - 1:30 (6/16- 8/8) Harding Elementary - Breakfast 8am - 9 and Lunch 12 pm - 12:30 (6/23-7/31) Cleveland Elementary - Breakfast 8am -9am and Lunch 12 pm - 12:30 (6/23 - 7/31) Monroe Elementary -Breakfast 8am - 8:30 and Lunch 12 pm -1 (6/23-8/1) Oak Park - Lunch 11am - 1:00 (6/16 - 8/8) Jonny D. Wallis Park - Lunch 11am - 1:00 (6/16 - 8/8) Ortega Park - Lunch 1pm - 2:00 ( 6/16 - 8/8) Santa Barbara Public Library - Lunch 12 pm - 1:00 ( 6/16 - 8/8) ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Lugares de Servicios de Alimentos de Verano Ubicaciones y Horarios de las Comidas de Verano ¡Únase a nosotros este verano para desayunar y almorzar gratis!  No es necesario presentar ninguna solicitud y todos los niños y adolescentes menores de 18 años pueden disfrutar de un desayuno y un almuerzo gratuitos al día. Tenga en cuenta que las comidas deben consumirse en el lugar y en los horarios programados. Los adultos no pueden recoger comida para llevar. Escuela Ellwood  11 de Junio - 23 de Julio, Lunes - Martes (cerrado 6/19 & 7/4 )   Desayuno: 8:30 - 10:30 a.m.  Almuerzo: 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.  Escuela Mountain View   11 de Junio - 11 de Julio, Lunes - Viernes ( cerrado 6/19 & 7/4 ) Desayuno: 9:30 -10:30 a.m. Almuerzo: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Santa Barbara Unified School District Summer Meal Locations Lunes - Viernes  ( cerrado el 07/04)  Escuela Franklin - Desayuno 8 am - 9:30 y Almuerzo 11:30 am - 1:30 (6/16- 8/8) Escuela Harding - Desayuno 8am - 9 y Almuerzo 12 pm - 12:30 (6/23-7/31) Escuela Cleveland - Desayuno 8am -9am y Almuerzo 12 pm - 12:30 (6/23 - 7/31) Escuela Monroe - Desayuno 8 am - 8:30 y Almuerzo 12 pm -1 (6/23-8/1) Oak Park - Almuerzo 11 am - 1:00 (6/16 - 8/8) Jonny D. Wallis Park - Almuerzo 11 am - 1:00 (6/16 - 8/8) Ortega Park - Almuerzo 1 pm - 2:00 ( 6/16 - 8/8) Biblioteca Pública de Santa Bárbara - Almuerzo 12 pm - 1:00 ( 6/16 - 8/8)  

    Thursday, May 29 2025

  • Exciting News! GUSD Welcomes a New Assistant Superin...

    Approved by the Board of Trustees on May 28, 2025 Please enjoy this special message from Superintendent Dr. Mary Kahn: May 29, 2025 Dear GUSD Community, I’m thrilled to share some fantastic news—Dr. Jordan Goines has officially been named our new Assistant Superintendent of Fiscal Services! After a statewide search that brought in thirteen strong applicants, a dynamic panel of eleven GUSD employees—certificated, classified, and management—interviewed the top three contenders. Two finalists advanced to a second round with the Superintendent’s Cabinet, and after thoughtful consideration, Dr. Goines stood out as the clear choice to help lead GUSD into the future. Dr. Goines brings over two decades of experience in public education and a passion for service. He’s worn many hats: middle school teacher, ASB Director, Dean of Instruction, Principal, and— for the past nine years—Director of Continuous Improvement, Compliance, and Accountability for Lancaster School District. In that role, Dr. Goines has been at the helm of state and federal programs like Title I, Title III, and Title IV, leading budget management, fiscal reporting, and audits with integrity and precision. He has also been a guiding force behind the LCAP, the LCAP Federal Addendum, its Annual Updates, and the Budget Overview for Parents, always keeping students at the center of the work. But what really sets Dr. Goines apart? It’s his heart. He leads with purpose, values open communication, teamwork, and believes every dollar should directly support student success—especially for those who need it most. He brings a strong equity lens and is ready to partner with families, educators, and district teams to make sure our resources are used where they matter most. Dr. Goines holds an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership, a Master’s in Curriculum & Instruction and EdTech, and a Bachelor’s in Political Science. He’s a certified Chief Business Official and has trained with USC, CASBO, SSC, and ACSA to master the ins and outs of school finance. On a personal note, he’s a family man through and through—a devoted husband (his wife is also in education!) and a proud dad of four amazing kids. His love for education runs deep—both professionally and personally. Dr. Goines is energized and ready to dive in. He officially starts on July 1, 2025, and I know you’ll enjoy getting to know him as much as we have. Please join me in giving a warm welcome to Dr. Jordan Goines! With excitement, Dr. Mary Kahn Superintendent

    Thursday, May 29 2025

  • Our Newest Pupil Services Coordinator was approved b...

    Dear Staff, Following a comprehensive and internal recruitment process, I am pleased to announce that Louise Dahlquist has been selected as the new Coordinator of Pupil Services for the Goleta Union School District, effective July 1, 2025. This position drew strong, qualified applicants. After a thoughtful review and interview process, Miss Dahlquist emerged as the top candidate. She brings over two decades of service in education—19 of those years within GUSD—along with a longstanding commitment to equity, student well-being, and collaborative leadership. Miss Dahlquist currently serves as the Learning Center Teacher at Hollister Elementary, where she leads Tier 3 interventions and supports the integration of MTSS practices into site-based decision-making. She has been instrumental in analyzing schoolwide data, supporting Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), and ensuring that all students, particularly those requiring intensive academic or behavioral support, receive targeted, evidence-based interventions. Her leadership was a driving force in Hollister’s recognition as a “Promising Practices School” in 2025. In addition to her instructional leadership, Miss Dahlquist has served as Principal Designee at both Hollister and Ellwood Elementary Schools, supporting school operations. Her service as President, Vice President, and Negotiations Lead for the United Teaching Profession of Goleta (UTP-G) has further demonstrated her strength in strategic planning, consensus-building, and advocacy. She is deeply respected by colleagues for her professionalism, integrity, and commitment to inclusive systems of support. Miss Dahlquist holds a Preliminary Administrative Services Credential, a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, and a Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credential. Her deep understanding of academic and behavioral frameworks, combined with her ability to build collaborative partnerships across departments and school sites, will be an asset to our district as we continue to advance equity and support the whole child. Please join me in welcoming Miss Dahlquist to this new leadership role. We are confident that her passion, experience, and student-centered focus will continue to positively impact students, families, and staff across Goleta Union School District. Sincerely, Dr. Mary Kahn Superintendent

    Thursday, May 29 2025

  • Our Newest Pupil Services Director was approved by t...

    Dear Staff, Following a comprehensive and rigorous recruitment process, I am pleased to announce that Casey Turner has been selected as the new Director of Pupil Services for the Goleta Union School District, effective July 1, 2025. The position attracted a highly qualified pool of applicants, and after a thorough screening process, five finalists were selected to participate in panel interviews with a diverse group of district and site leaders, including certificated and classified staff, special education and general education representatives. Mr. Turner rose to the top with his extensive background in inclusive education, deep knowledge of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), and demonstrated leadership in student services. Mr. Turner brings a wealth of experience from Santa Barbara Unified School District, where he has served as Assistant Principal of Alternative Education. In this role, he oversaw special education programs across two alternative high schools, led restorative justice efforts, coordinated wellness and behavior support services, and managed complex student discipline and reentry processes. Prior to this, he served as an MTSS Teacher on Special Assignment, supporting elementary sites with academic and behavioral interventions, social-emotional learning, and staff professional development. He also served as a Mild/Moderate Education Specialist at the elementary level, working closely with students, families, and staff to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) that met both academic and behavioral needs. He has taught in RSP, SDC, and learning center settings.  With a strong foundation as a special education teacher and a collaborative leadership style, Mr. Turner is deeply committed to creating systems that ensure equity, compliance, and comprehensive support for all students. He holds an Administrative Services Credential, a Mild/Moderate Education Specialist Credential, and a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, and earned his Master’s in Education from California State University, San Marcos. We are excited to welcome Mr. Turner to the Goleta Union School District in this key leadership role and look forward to the care, expertise, and student-centered leadership he will bring to our district. Sincerely,  Dr. Mary Kahn  Superintendent

    Thursday, May 29 2025

  • Board Meeting, May 28, 2025 at 6:30pm / Junta de la ...

    Our board meetings are conducted both in person in the Jack Kramer Administration Center located at 401 N. Fairview Avenue, Goleta, or online via Zoom Audio. For the board meeting schedule, agendas, minutes, and links to the virtual board meeting and the public comment request form, please either visit our website at gusd.us/Board or click HERE . Public Comment Procedure: Per Board ByLaws: Individual speakers are generally allowed three minutes to address the Board on each agenda or non-agenda item. The time may be reduced by the Board president, depending on the number of speakers on any given issue. Speakers should be prepared to adapt their comments accordingly. When a speaker wishes to comment on multiple items, the speaking time may be limited so as not to interfere with the timely completion of the Board’s business. Virtual public comments will be accepted via the Public Comment Request Form up until 4:00 PM the day of the board meeting   For in-person public comments, a public comment  request card must be filled out between 6:15 - 6:30 PM pm in the Board Room Public comments on closed session agenda items only must be made in person at 5:00 PM in Room 8. Translation Procedure : If you will attend the in-person meeting and require translation, you must arrive promptly by 6:15 PM for translation setup . To set up translation in any language, log in to the meeting. Once the meeting starts, c lick on the "More" button (...) in the Zoom control bar. Click on the "Captions" button. Choose the language of your choice .  (see screenshots below) [Friday, Jan 17 at 4:37 PM] Correction: Board Meeting, January 22, 2025 at 6:30pm [Wednesday, Apr 30 at 10:47 AM] Item 5B, Recognition of Goleta Union School District (GUSD) Retirees for the 2024-2025 School Year, has been updated. Please see the attachment on the board agenda item, 5B, for further information.

    Friday, May 23 2025

  • Friday Flyers! / ¡Volantes de los viernes!

    Attached, you will find this week's Friday flyers! FRIDAY FLYERS SBIFF FREE Family Summer Films Free STEAM Camp May 31st Goleta Valley Library Summer Reading Program Isla Vista Recreation & Parks District FREE Summer Program Enrolling Now! The distribution, posting, or publishing of the materials does not imply district endorsement of the group’s activities, products, or services

    Friday, May 23 2025

  • Friday Flyers! / ¡Volantes de los viernes!

    Attached, you will find this week's Friday flyers! FRIDAY FLYERS Ellwood 20-Year Anniversary Saturday May 17th Ellwood 20-Year Anniversary Flyer Saturday May 17th Public Works Week 2025 Flyer Public Works Week Event May 21st SBIFF FREE Family Summer Films The distribution, posting, or publishing of the materials does not imply district endorsement of the group’s activities, products, or services

    Friday, May 16 2025