Newsletter - The Slate - April 2024

Issue #8 | April 25, 2024  Important Dates: May 1: RUSD Board of Trustees Meeting May 15: RUSD Board of Trustees Meeting May 27: No School - Memorial Day June 5: Victory High Graduation Ceremony June 6: Last Day of School Year June 6: Middle School Promotion Ceremonies June 6: Whitney High Graduation Ceremony June 7: Rocklin High Graduation Ceremony   Quick Links:   Board Meeting Agendas/Minutes and Schedule Current Job Openings (Certificated) Current Job Openings (Classified) Congratulations to the 2023-24  RUSD Employees of the Year!   Rocklin Unified is excited to honor twelve exceptional employees for their dedication and contributions as the District's 2023-24 Employees of the Year! Their colleagues nominated and selected these remarkable individuals for their unwavering leadership and contributions to our schools. Congratulations to all of our outstanding recipients! Click here to learn more!   Vote Daily to Support Spring View! 2024 NBC Sports All-Star Teacher Contest! RUSD's inspiring Math Teacher, Mr. Joseph McLean from Spring View Middle School, has been nominated and selected as a finalist for the NBC Sports Bay Area/California All-Star Teacher Award! The final grand prize is a $30,000 donation to the winning teacher's school. You can help support Mr. McLean and Spring View by voting online daily! Voting closes on May 31, 2024, and the grand prize winner will be announced in June.  Click here to vote! Rocklin High Academic Decathlon Team Secures First Place! Big shoutout to the phenomenal Academic Decathlon Team from Rocklin High School! We're thrilled to announce they soared to victory, securing FIRST PLACE overall in their division at the State Finals held in Santa Clara on March 24-25, 2024! Two brilliant decathletes will represent us at Nationals in Pittsburgh, April 25-27. Click here to learn more!   April 25: Child and Family Resource Fair Meet representatives from various local organizations for a day of resources, giveaways, fun and education for families in Placer County. Gain important knowledge on health care information, counseling resources, internet safety and more. Come out to Maidu Center from 2-6 p.m. for this great opportunity to get everything you need in one convenient location! Click here for more information.   May 2: Mental Health Wellness Fair Come out from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. for fun activities for all ages, raffle prizes, wellness workshops, free food, and live entertainment. Discover local mental health supports and resources available in Placer County. Learn self-care tools and connect with local providers who will assist in navigating wellness websites. Click here for more information.   Now Accepting Registration for 2024-25 School Year! Rocklin Unified is now accepting new student registration for the 2024-25 school year!  Click here to learn more! RUSD Board of Trustees Meeting: Recognition During the April 17, 2024, Board of Trustees Meeting, the Varner family from Antelope Creek Elementary School   was recognized for their leadership and commitment to enhancing the students' educational experience. Samantha Varner is the current PTC President and has served on the board for several years. The family contributes much of their time and effort to numerous school projects. Click here to watch ! 2615 Sierra Meadows Drive, Rocklin, CA 95677 | (916) 624-2428

Thursday, Apr 25 2024

State Financial Aid Deadline Extension - May 2, 2024

Dear Parents/Guardians of Rocklin Unified School District Seniors, Great News! Following legislation signed by Governor Newsom, the priority deadline for filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), California Dream Act (CADAA), and other state financial aid programs has been extended from April 2 to  May 2, 2024. The extension is in response to the challenges many families have experienced since the rollout of a revamped version of the federal aid form late last year (click the link before for more information). The Rocklin Unified School District (RUSD) encourages all students to complete either the FAFSA or CADAA. Completing the FAFSA enables students to apply for federal student aid (including Pell Grants, work-study options, and federal student loans) and state financial aid such as the Cal Grant program. Many colleges and universities use the FAFSA/CADAA for aid programs, grants, and scholarships. Technical, trade, and vocational programs also accept the FAFSA/CADAA. It is important to note that students  MUST  complete the FAFSA/CADAA to qualify for two years of free tuition at Sierra College or any California Community College.  Both applications are free. Click  here  to review additional FAFSA and CADAA information, including resources to help complete the application.  Please contact your school’s counseling department for more information or visit  studentaid.gov/help-center . By visiting the Federal Student Aid Help Center, families can receive support via chat, phone (1-800-433-3243), or email. Thank you in advance for your help. Sincerely, Rocklin Unified School District   2615 Sierra Meadows Drive, Rocklin, CA 95677 | (916) 624-2428

Monday, Apr 01 2024

Newsletter - The Slate - March 2024

Issue #7 | March 21, 2024  Important Dates: March 25 - 29:  No School - Spring Break April 3: RUSD Special Board Meeting April 17, 2024 : RUSD Board of Trustees Meeting May 1: RUSD Board of Trustees Meeting June 5: Victory High Graduation Ceremony June 6: Last Day of School Year June 6: Middle School Promotion Ceremonies June 6: Whitney High Graduation Ceremony June 7: Rocklin High Graduation Ceremony   Quick Links:   Board Meeting Agendas/Minutes and Schedule Current Job Openings (Certificated) Current Job Openings (Classified) 13 Schools Recognized by Placer PBIS for Prioritizing PBIS  Rocklin Unified is pleased to announce that 13 elementary and middle schools have been recognized for their commitment to implementing Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) during the 2022-23 school year. This recognition was received during the third annual Placer County Schools PBIS Recognition Event on Thursday, March 21, 2024.  Click here to learn more!   2024 Trustee Area Districting The RUSD Board of Trustees has approved a resolution to begin a study to determine the necessity of changing election methods and will facilitate the drawing of “By-Trustee Area” options that comply with the California Voting Rights Act (CVRA) of 2001.   The Board will conduct five public hearings to receive community feedback on the proposed “By-Trustee Areas.” Two public hearings will be held before the release of draft maps, and at these hearings community partners will be asked to provide input on potential “communities of interest” to follow when shaping draft “By-Trustee Area” maps. Visit RocklinUSD.org/Districting to learn more. Rocklin Unified's Chief of Communications and Community Engagement is Named 2024 Communicator of the Year! We're thrilled to announce that Sundeep Dosanjh , RUSD's Chief of Communications and Community Engagement, has been named the  2024 Communicator of the Year by the California School Public Relations Association!   Not only that, but CalSPRA also recognized our district with three Awards of Excellence and an Award of Merit, highlighting the exceptional work we're doing for our students and families. Congratulations to Sundeep and the Rocklin Unified team for their dedication to communication and community engagement!  Click  here  to learn more!   Rocklin Unified's Director of Nutrition Services Advocates for School Meals During Congressional Visit RUSD’s Charles Douglas, Director of Nutrition Services, recently participated in the School Nutrition Association’s (SNA) annual Legislative Action Conference (LAC) from March 3-5, 2024, in Washington, D.C. Part of his role on the Public Policy and Legislation Committee for the local chapter of the California SNA, Douglas joined over 850 school nutrition professionals from across the nation to engage with U.S. Congress members on crucial issues surrounding school meals. Click here to learn more!   April 3: Healthy Relationships & Online Safety The Healthy Relationships and Online Safety session will be held on Wednesday, April 3, from 6-7 p.m. in Quarry Trail Elementary's Multipurpose Room, as part of the Spring 2024 Parent University Education Series.  Click here to RSVP .   Parent Univ. Session Presentation: Post-High School Planning Families that wish to see the slide presentation shown during Parent University's "Post High School Planning" session may click here .   RUSD Board of Trustees Meeting: Recognition During the March 6, 2024, Board of Trustees Meeting, the Niclai Family from Victory High School   was recognized for their significant contributions and involvement with the School Site Council. The family has offered insightful recommendations on key initiatives that help serve the interests of the school community. Click here to watch !   During the March 20, 2024, Board of Trustees Meeting, Jennifer Stevens from Spring View Middle School  was recognized for her exceptional contributions and dedication as a volunteer. Jennifer's passion for education is demonstrated through her tireless support of student programs and activities. Click here to watch! 2615 Sierra Meadows Drive, Rocklin, CA 95677 | (916) 624-2428

Thursday, Mar 21 2024

ParentSquare Session Canceled: ParentSquare 101 (Mar...

Dear Rocklin Unified Staff and Families, Due to low interest, the March 7 Parent University session "ParentSquare 101" at Twin Oaks Elementary is canceled. Below are a few resources to learn more about ParentSquare: Video ParentSquare Introduction for Families: English | Spanish How to Activate/Log into ParentSquare ParentSquare FAQ for Families ParentSquare Toolkit for Families Click here to review and register for the other Parent University sessions. Sincerely, Rocklin Unified School District 2615 Sierra Meadows Drive, Rocklin, CA 95677 | (916) 624-2428

Wednesday, Mar 06 2024

Newsletter - The Slate - February 2024

Issue #6 | February 15, 2024  Important Dates: February 19 - 23 : No School - Presidents Week February 29 - April 3:  Spring Parent University Educational Series March 6, 2024:  RUSD Board of Trustees Meeting   Quick Links:   Board Meeting Agendas/Minutes and Schedule Current Job Openings (Certificated) Current Job Openings (Classified) We're thrilled to share that four of our leaders have been honored with the Association of California School Administrators - ACSA Region 2 ’s Administrators of the Year awards!  Dr. William MacDonald, Michael Pappas, K. Skott Hutton, and Lori Almas! Click here to learn more   Rocklin High's Academic Decathlon Wins Placer County Academic Decathlon Competition   Rocklin Unified proudly announces that Rocklin High School's Academic Decathlon Team will advance to the State Finals after winning the 2024 Placer County Academic Decathlon.  Click here to learn more! Registration for students entering Transitional Kindergarten (TK) and Kindergarten in the 2024-25 school year is now open!   If you have students age-eligible for TK or Kindergarten (TK: born 9/2/2019-6/2/2020; K: born 9/1/2019 or before), click here to  Register Online . A bright future is built on a rock-solid foundation! We look forward to welcoming your child to Rocklin Unified!   Feedback Requested: Science Curriculum for Grades 2-5 On Wednesday, January 17, 2024, the formal recommendation for the adoption of the McGraw-Hill Inspire Science curriculum was made to the RUSD Board of Trustees. Following this recommendation, the curriculum is available for public review from 1/18/2023 to 3/6/2024.   Click here to schedule your in-person opportunity to review the Science Curriculum for Grades 2-5.   Spring Parent University Education Series - Feb. 29 - April 3 The Rocklin Unified School District (RUSD) is offering a Spring 2024 Parent University Educational Series to offer workshops for parents, guardians, and caretakers to continue our partnership in service of our students. The Parent University will take place over six weeks to accommodate as many families as possible who may wish to attend each session instead of all sessions on a single day. Below are all of the selected topics based on recent survey responses from previous Parent University attendees: Feb. 29: 1 Pill Can Kill Parent Information Night Rocklin Unified is committed to working together to spread awareness of this danger and keep our children safe. In partnership with the Placer County District Attorney's Office, RUSD proudly offers the 1 Pill Can Kill Parent Information Night during Parent University on Thursday, February 29, 2024, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Whitney High School Library. Click here to RSVP March 2 & 9: Love & Logic Teen Parenting Series The Love and Logic Parenting Workshops will occur over two Saturdays, March 2 and 9, 2024, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Rocklin High School Library, 5301 Victory Lane, Rocklin, CA 95765. Click here to RSVP   March 7: ParentSquare 101 for Families This session will explain how to register for the ParentSquare app, the benefits of the app, and other helpful tips and tricks. Join this session on Wednesday evening, March 7 at Twin Oaks Elementary to learn how to use ParentSquare and get your questions answered! (Note: Regardless of registering for ParentSquare, all families receive email communication of all messages RUSD/schools send through ParentSquare.) Click here to RSVP   March 18: Post-High School Planning This session is for families to learn what steps to take to help their student(s) in grades 8-10 with post-high school planning. We look forward to seeing you on Thursday, March 18, at Whitney High School's Library from 6-7 p.m. Click here to RSVP   April 3: Healthy Relationships & Online Safety The Healthy Relationships and Online Safety session will be held on Wednesday, April 3, from 6-7 p.m. in Quarry Trail Elementary's Multipurpose Room.  Click here to RSVP   Have you always wanted to help support children with disabilities and their families?  Consider becoming an education specialist today! Apply by  February 18 to Sacramento State University's Education Specialist teaching credential programs. Visit the CSUS website for more information at:  Click here to visit the CSUS website for more information .   Rocklin Unified's Wellness Wednesdays National Nutrition Month is all about teaching our kids what is important to eat and why. This March we are providing our students a digestible and engaging way to do that. We have created a digital magazine focusing on the fruits and vegetables we serve on Wednesdays during Nutrition Month. On these  Wellness Wednesdays,  students will learn about the foods they are eating and the nutritional benefits that go along with it. Check out the magazine  here !   Save the Date: Financial Aid Application Workshop  Whitney High School's College and Career Center will host the FAFSA/CADAA workshop on the following date to support families completing their student's financial aid application.   Whitney High School: March 11, 2024, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. RUSD Board of Trustees Meeting: Recognition During the February 7, 2024, Board of Trustees Meeting, Kelley Nesinov from Valley View Elementary   was recognized for volunteering a great amount of time each year in the classrooms and at school events. The school thanks Kelley and her family for being valued community members.  Click here to watch !   Also, during the February 7, 2024, Board of Trustees Meeting, Rocklin Police Department's Sergeant Chris Osborne was recognized after more than 15 years of supporting our schools, first as a school resource officer before moving up the grants. Click here to watch! 2615 Sierra Meadows Drive, Rocklin, CA 95677 | (916) 624-2428

Thursday, Feb 15 2024