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  • Press Release: SLUSD Welcomes New School Board Trust...

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: SLUSD Welcomes New School Board Trustee Jackie Calderón Perl SAN LEANDRO, CA – Calderón Perl brings an abundance of educational experience to her new position representing the district’s area 2 constituents   San Leandro Unified welcomed Jackie Calderón Perl to the school board at the December SLUSD school board meeting as the new trustee elected to represent Area 2, replacing outgoing trustee Liz Toledo. This trustee area covers the northeastern corner of San Leandro. Calderón Perl is a former public school bilingual teacher, coach, and administrator with an extensive background in multilingual education. Her most recent position was as the District Director for the Office of Assemblymember Mia Bonta, where she supported advocacy for San Leandro’s needs in the legislature, along with the cities of Oakland and Alameda. “I am very honored to join the board and serve our community,” said Calderón Perl, “I feel my background in public education, particularly with multilingual communities, is a perfect match for the district's strategic goals. I am deeply grateful to have been elected to serve our students, our families, and the SLUSD staff.” Fellow trustees James Aguilar (Area 6) and Leo Sheridan (Area 4) ran uncontested for their school board seats. They were sworn in with Calderón Perl, who attended the meeting via phone due to family illness. The meeting also facilitated the annual school board reorganization, which moves Peter Oshinski (at large) into the presidency. Monique Tate will serve as the board’s vice president. For more information about the San Leandro Unified school board trustees, visit the Board of Education area of the district’s website at:  https://www.slusd.us/board-of-education/ About the San Leandro Unified School District The San Leandro Unified School District operates a comprehensive TK-12 program and an adult school at 13 campuses throughout San Leandro. The district educates its students by utilizing state-of-the-art technologies and innovative teaching strategies to help students achieve academic excellence and become collaborative and competitive in a global society. For more information, visit  www.slusd.us . CONTACT:  Keziah Moss, Director of Community & Employee Engagement, (510) 667-6202,  kmoss@slusd.us  

    Wednesday, Dec 14 2022

  • December District Update: Heading into the Holiday S...

      SAN LEANDRO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT "Making Excellence Our Tradition" December 2022 Dear SLUSD Community, I hope everyone enjoyed a restful Thanksgiving break! During that time, the East Bay Agency for Children and the San Leandro Unified School District Family Resource Center at the Barbara Lee Center for Health and Wellness facilitated our annual Thanksgiving Meal Distribution event for several hundred of our district families. Please join me in thanking Ly Ha from the Family Resource Center and all of the many volunteers that spent their time and energy to support our community. With winter break right around the corner, December brings even more opportunities to participate in our schools and support one another. Along with many celebrations, our schools are organizing food and gift drives to make sure everyone has what they need to enjoy this holiday season. Watch ParentSquare to find ways you can participate if you are able. If you know of anyone in our district, or perhaps your own family is experiencing hardships, reach out to our parent facilitators at your school so we can tap into our collective community strength. You can find the contact information on our website here. Enjoy this festive time, and thank you for supporting each other in our district! Dr. Mike McLaughlin Superintendent TIPS FROM CARE SOLACE: DE-STRESS DECEMBER With the holidays upon us, there are many reasons to be joyful. It's a time for sharing, laughter, giving back, and creating memories with family and friends. The holidays, however, can also be stressful. We may be making plans to visit loved ones, managing our budget for gifts, or coordinating events with our community. With an already-packed schedule, these additional tasks can stress to our lives. Celebrating and connecting with family is important during the holiday season, but it's also essential to care for your mental health. National Stress-Free Family Holidays Month brings awareness to the harmful effects of stress and reminds everyone to take care of themselves as they approach the holidays. Here are some helpful tips for a more stress-free holiday season: Make modifications to holiday traditions. Consider ways to modify traditions that may negatively impact your mental health. It can be nice to stick with holiday traditions, but your mental health should take priority. Don't forget the power of "no." It's okay to say no to plans if you are feeling overwhelmed. Plan ahead. Keeping a calendar of events can help you stay on track and prepare for events. It can be stressful to shop on the same day as an event, so keep a list of tasks to prevent the rush. Talk about your feelings. You might be overwhelmed or missing a loved one. Talking about your feelings with a trusted friend or family member is okay. You are not in this alone. Take time for self-care. It's important to take care of ourselves before caring for others. This holiday season, make time for yourself. Find a therapist. Acknowledge your feelings and talk to a professional when needed. If you would like help finding a mental health care provider, use Care Solace, a complimentary and confidential coordination service provided by San Leandro Unified School District: Call 888-515-0595. Support is available 24/7/365 in over 200 languages. Visit www.caresolace.com/slusdfamilies and either search on your own or click "Book Appointment" for assistance by video chat, email, or phone. CALIFORNIA HEALTHY KIDS SURVEY Please help us learn more about what is happening in our classrooms, our playgrounds, our schools, and our district!  The California Healthy Kids Survey (CHKS) is an annual anonymous, confidential survey of all 5th to 11th-grade students, SLUSD families, and staff. Surveys will be accessible on your school’s website starting in January.   The survey helps us to analyze data on the following: Youth health and wellness School connectedness School climate and safety School violence The results of this survey support our efforts to reduce student risk behaviors and build schools that are drug-free, safe, and supportive environments.   Parental consent is required for 5th and 6th graders. Watch for a permission slip coming via ParentSquare for your 5th or 6th grader, and ensure it is returned so we can hear about their experiences to strengthen our programs and services. SUPERINTENDENT'S AWARD Maliah Best, Jefferson Elementary Kena Abera, McKinley Elementary Jefferson Elementary’s Maliah Best and McKinley Elementary’s Kena Abera received the Superintendent’s Award at the November SLUSD School Board meeting. Both students were nominated by their principals for demonstrating excellence inside and outside the classroom. Maliah is in 5th grade, where she recently developed a proposal to start a student council and even found a sponsoring teacher! Kena is also in 5th grade and is a passionate young scholar who has far exceeded grade-level academic standards and is continually pursuing learning beyond the curriculum. Join us in congratulating both students and their families for this recognition of their impressive achievements! DECEMBER RECOGNITIONS December 5th through 9th - Inclusive Schools Week (ISW) ISW is celebrated annually during the first week in December by families, schools, and organizations in the U.S. and abroad. The Week highlights and celebrates the progress that schools have made in implementing inclusive practices to ensure a quality education for an increasingly diverse student population. Learn more at www.inclusiveschools.org and see SLUSD School Board Resolution 22-55 Inclusive Schools Week (December 5-9, 2022).   December 2 - National Special Education Day National Special Education Day honors the federal special education law instituted on December 2, 1972, and the students, teachers, and administration striving to make special education possible for special students. Read more about our Special Education programs and see SLUSD School Board Resolution 22-56 . Thank you, Special Education students, staff, and families! UPCOMING FAMILY LEARNING SERIES SLUSD’s online parent sessions provide strategies for parents/caregivers to support their child’s growth and development. Join us at an upcoming session: Tuesday, December 6,⋅6:00 – 7:00 pm • African American Family Landing Pad SLUSD and Blaze Consulting host a supportive space for Black Families and Families Raising Black Children. Join San Leandro families as we explore how to help our children thrive in San Leandro schools. What are the supports we need as caregivers? Where do we get "stuck" as parents, and what are some tools that will help us move forward? Let’s acknowledge and celebrate the resilience of Black peoples and the people of the African Diaspora. There will be a raffle for gift cards at the end of the session. Join Zoom Meeting: https://slusd-us.zoom.us/j/86337063310?pwd=VXY4U3BTbnd4SFpOZTZSWkJWZWVYQT093 Wednesday, December 14,⋅5:00 – 6:00 pm • Topic: Family Game Night Laughter is the best medicine, and PLAY is a great way to bring laughter into the room.  Join us for some family game night fun.  Bring your children and whole family on-screen to play, laugh and connect.  This will be an amusing way to counter the winter blues and move our bodies into Winter Break. During this interactive session, Blaze Consulting will use the Family Landing Pad, a virtual space for SLUSD parents and caregivers to talk about their own experiences of caring for children and teens.  This session is open to all San Leandro parents/caregivers with TK-12th grade students. Raffle Prizes! Spanish and Chinese translations will be provided. Join Zoom Meeting: https://slusd-us.zoom.us/j/81945768187?pwd=Zk9ISi85cW5JVzZ1Q0N6bEorQjhxdz09 COVID TEST KIT Your school will distribute at-home COVID test kits to all students before the Winter Break (December 26 through January 6). Each kit contains one test with instructions on how to administer the test. Please have your student(s) test on the Sunday before returning to school. If your child tests positive, keep them home and report the positive result to your child’s school. School staff will provide further information regarding when they can return. Testing is strongly recommended but not required for students to return to school after break. If your student did not receive a test, please screen them for COVID symptoms on the morning they return. SAN LEANDRO PUBLIC LIBRARY EVENTS Here are free December Events & Activities at the San Leandro Public Library. Find more details at www.sanleandrolibrary.org or call 510-577-3960. For Families & Elementary School Students Play the Winter Reading Game and win prizes, ice cream, and more! Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2022-Friday, January 27, 2023 For Youth Ages 0-18 Join online or pick up a game card from the San Leandro Public Library starting Dec. 14. Complete the activities on the game card by reading or listening to books, earning small prizes, or entering our grand prize drawing! Finish the gameboard for a free scoop of Loard’s ice cream! Learn more at sanleandro.org/winterreading Game Design: An Intro to Coding in Scratch Wednesday, December 7, 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Manor Branch Library, 1241 Manor Blvd  Jeff Gordon, owner/instructor of CodeAtorium in San Leandro, will guide attendees through building a chase game in scratch. Best for kids ages 8-12. Register at sanleandro.libcal.com Family Craft Night: Celebrate Winter Holidays Wednesday, December 14, 6:30 pm-7:45 pm Main Library, 300 Estudillo Ave. Enjoy a fun-filled evening with craft stations, hot cocoa and cookies, holiday card-making, and a screening of a holiday movie. All ages are welcome! No registration is needed. Holiday Puppet Show Saturday, December 17, 3:00 pm Manor Branch Library, 1241 Manor Blvd Join us for a winter holiday puppet show, “A Time to be Jolly,” by The Puppet Company. All ages are welcome! No registration is needed. For Middle & High School Students Project Teen Lounge Project Teen Lounge is open Wednesdays and Thursdays when school is in session, 2-4 pm, for teens in grades 6-12! Estudillo Room @ the Main Library, 300 Estudillo Ave. Art, Chromebooks, Video Games, Life Skills, Board Games, & More! December activities include a Jurassic-themed escape room, FixIt Clinic, and DIY fridge magnets. Find more details at https://www.sanleandro.org/874/Teen-Programs San Leandro Unified School District | 835 E. 14th Street, Suite 200, San Leandro, CA 94577 Phone: (510) 667-3500 Emai l: communications@slusd.us

    Tuesday, Dec 06 2022

  • English Learner Newsletter, Fall 2022: See what's ha...

    Welcome to the fourth edition of the English Learner Newsletter!  Here we provide our multilingual families with resources and information on English Learner (EL) programs. We also highlight how we foster multilingualism throughout our schools and diverse communities. English Learner Master Plan We are thrilled to share the newly updated English Learner Master Plan! This plan was developed in partnership with families and staff across all departments and school sites in SLUSD. The EL Master Plan demonstrates our values, commitment, and care to ensure our English Learner scholars achieve academic success and support on their journey to multilingualism.  In this plan, you will find instructional programs and practices, pathways to biliteracy, and the district's procedures to provide rigorous instruction for our English Learner scholars.  To see the plan click  here   or click on the image. (click on the top right of the website for translation.)  Spotlight on Elementary Moving into the sixth year of implementation, the Dual Language Immersion (DLI) program at Washington has reached 5th grade, and those students are actively embodying the program's goals. Students in Ms. Andrade’s and Ms. Torres’ classrooms are continuing to develop their biliteracy in Spanish and English, are maintaining high levels of academic achievement in all content areas, and are showing sociocultural competence. As one student writes, “Being bilingual is important for our future. It opens up more opportunities for different jobs and allows us to communicate with many different people. It also makes our families proud.” 5th graders are hard at work! Spotlight on Secondar y:   SLHS SJA Latiné Heritage Month Celebration On October 14th, the San Leandro High School Social Justice Academy (SJA) hosted the annual Latiné Heritage Month Celebration for all scholars and staff in the newly built quad at SLHS. With support from SJA teacher Erica Viray Santos, the SJA scholars spent a month organizing the event, which represented the diverse  Latiné  community from over 23 countries as well as groups within, including AfroLatinos and Chicanos. SJA scholars, with support from their families, prepared posters, traditional food and drinks, chalk art, and a music playlist that highlighted the identities and cultures of their communities. During the celebration, scholars and staff enjoyed music, dancing, food, and booths while learning from the scholars about the history and current events of the Lantiné community (sales from the food and traditional jewelry at the celebration went, in part, to Puerto Rican hurricane relief).  Three primary organizers, seniors Alberto Godoy, Veronica Turner, and Samantha Camargo Ortiz, shared their appreciation for the efforts of their fellow SJA peers and school community, who came together in solidarity to make the event a success. With more than half of SLHS comprised of Latiné students, the SJA scholars strive to bring awareness through events such as this, encouraging the school and district staff to build upon their efforts to increase the curriculum, course offerings, and staff that represent the Latiné community. Albero, Veronica, and Samantha urge the elementary and middle school communities to follow their lead, explaining, “students shouldn’t have to wait until high school to learn about themselves and their contributions throughout history.”  Latiné Heritage Month is one of many events the SJA hosts, in addition to Domestic Violence Awareness, Trans Awareness, and Indigenous Heritage Month, which they are actively involved in this semester. “Our students have a lot of knowledge and creativity and are excited to bring their talents together for these events,” the SJA scholars shared. SLUSD Celebrates Day of the Dead Staff, students, and families across SLUSD honored loved ones with beautiful altars.  Dia de los Muertos takes place each year on November 1st and 2nd and is celebrated in Mexico and Central America with multiple festivities and traditions to remember and honor loved ones who have died.  One middle school student who contributed to the “Ofrenda” shared that her family includes artifacts to the altar that their deceased family member loved.  This can include food, drinks, clothing, musical instruments, and pictures. She added: “It is a time to remember and share stories about those we love and lost.”  The traditional flower, called flor de cempasuchil, or marigold, paves the path for the dead to reunite with the living during this time, the deceased souls follow the path back to the altar, which makes the family feel close to them.  Check out the altars below: Secondary World Languages Pathway Night SLUSD hosted a World Language Pathway Night on October 26 to inform parents about the language learning opportunities starting in middle school.  Students can take Spanish at both Bancroft and Muir.  This year we are excited to share that Muir has added a Mandarin Course for beginners!  At San Leandro High School, students can take different levels of Spanish, French, and Mandarin.  We are dedicated to supporting and growing multilingual scholars as they thrive in their community and the global economy. Click  here  to see the information that was shared. Academic Support Free Online Homework Help The  California State Library  provides free online tutoring for California K-12 students, available through public libraries. Through HelpNow, live real-time homework assistance is available 24 hours a day by laptop, tablet, or phone from qualified tutors using state curriculum and standards. Live tutors fluent in Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese, and Tagalog are available from 10 am to 10 pm seven days a week.  There’s no age limit to who can use the service. Adult learners can also access writing assistance, citizenship resources, and other tools.   Click  here  anytime for homework help.    Digital Bilingual Books, Games Songs: Footsteps2Brilliance is an early literacy and biliteracy solution that provides California families free access to interactive digital eBooks, songs, and games in English and Spanish. Families and caregivers of young students can access the Footsteps2Brilliance digital bilingual educational resources starting today by going to the Footsteps2Brilliance  California Bilingual Early Literacy Initiative web page . Get involved! You can help plan and support English Learner programs at your child’s school by joining the next English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) meeting. This is a great way to learn about multilingual programs and advocate for multilingual support. Get involved and get connected! Garfield Elementary ELAC Halkin Elementary ELAC Jefferson Elementary ELAC Madison Elementary ELAC McKinley Elementary ELAC Monroe Elementary ELAC Roosevelt Elementary ELAC Washington Elementary ELAC Bancroft Middle School ELAC John Muir Middle School ELAC San Leandro High School ELAC Lincoln High School ELAC San Leandro District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) Questions from our Community Let us know what you would like to see in future newsletters or parent learning series! We know you are the most important support for your child’s education, and we want you to have all the tools and resources you need. Email us at communications@slusd.us .

    Tuesday, Nov 15 2022

  • November District Update: See what's happening in SL...

      SAN LEANDRO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT "Making Excellence Our Tradition" November 2022 Dear SLUSD Community, There have been many joyous celebrations at our schools over these past several weeks! This time of year is always filled with wonderful energy both inside and outside the classroom. I want to thank our school staff and our families who help organize our school community events, like our Fall Festivals, with so much love. These moments build community and create lifetime memories for our students and families.  We also appreciate our community’s support for Measure N, which voters passed in 2020. This funding has been essential for many of our facility improvements. We are excited to break ground on our signature Measure N project, the new gymnasium at San Leandro High School, in just a few days. We will share updates as we move along, and in two short years, we will have a facility that represents our shared commitment to providing the best for our students.  Thank you for all you do to support our schools! Dr. Mike McLaughlin Superintendent SUPERINTENDENT'S AWARD Kyla Salter, Roosevelt Elementary Joan Oghogho, Washington Elementary Roosevelt Elementary’s Kyla Salter and Washington Elementary’s Joan Oghogho received the Superintendent’s Award at the October school board meeting. Both students were nominated by their principals for recognition of their excellence in leadership at their respective schools. Kyla is in 4th grade and has led many campus improvement and student engagement initiatives. Joan is in 3rd grade and has excelled academically while being a strong ally for her fellow students. Join us in congratulating both students for their excellence and achievement, and look for more Superintendent Awards next month! NOVEMBER RECOGNITIONS Native American Heritage Month In SLUSD, we recognize that our schools sit within the traditional homeland of the Halkin–a Chochenyo Ohlone and Bay Miwok-speaking people. The Halkin people continue to live and thrive in contemporary San Leandro, and we acknowledge and make visible the colonial history that has largely invisibilized them. During November, also known as Native American Heritage Month, Indigenous People’s Heritage Month, as well as American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month, we encourage you to learn more about the heritage, culture, and experience of the Halkin and other indigenous peoples historically and in American life today.  UPCOMING FAMILY LEARNING SERIES SLUSD’s online parent sessions provide strategies for parents/caregivers to support their child’s growth and development. Join us at an upcoming session: Wednesday, November 9, 5:00 - 6:00 pm • Topic:  The SLUSD Graduate Profile Did you know that the San Leandro School district has a  Graduate Profile  that articulates its shared vision for a set of student outcomes that define what all graduates should know and be able to do to be prepared for post-secondary education, career, and civic participation? In this session, we will familiarize ourselves with the graduate profile and consider how the parents/caregivers and the community supports our young people to realize their academic potential.   The session is open to all San Leandro parents/caregivers with TK-12th grade students. Raffle Prizes! Spanish and Chinese translations will be provided. Join Zoom Meeting: https://slusd-us.zoom.us/j/84807839718?pwd=UDB4dXIxM3RCbS9VdVJZWkRZZUh2Zz09 STATE TESTING UPDATE On October 24, the California Department of Education publicly released the results of the Smarter Balanced Assessments (SBA) in English Language Arts and Mathematics, California Science Test (CST), English Language Proficiency Assessments (ELPAC), and the California Alternate Assessments (CAA).  You can access your child’s score report through the Aeries parent portal. From the Aeries Portal, click on “Test Scores.” Next, select the option for “State Test Score Reports.” Then, choose the desired score report and language option to view the PDF file of your student’s score report. This report will give you information about how well they met the expectations of the grade level and where they are doing well or may need support in each subject. This is helpful information to discuss with your child’s teacher to understand how they can be supported in the classroom and at home.  It is important to remember that these tests are one measure of your child’s learning. Report card grades, classroom work, and teacher observations are also measures that help give a more complete picture of your child’s progress. Our schools are also equipped to support learning with intervention programs, academic specialists, and counselors as we recover from the disruption of the pandemic. To learn more about your child’s scores, visit the Starting Smarter website at  https://www.ca.startingsmarter.org/ . Districtwide results can be reviewed here:  https://caaspp-elpac.ets.org/caaspp/ COVID TEST KITS Your school will distribute at-home COVID test kits to all students before the school breaks listed below: Thanksgiving Break - November 21 to 25 Winter Break - December 26 to January 6 Presidents’ Week Break - February 20 to 24 Spring Break - April 3 to 7 Each kit contains one test with instructions. Take before returning to school. Testing is strongly recommended but not required for a student to return to school after break. If your student did not receive a test, please screen them for COVID symptoms on the morning they return. HIRING SPOTLIGHT: SUBSTITUTE TEACHING Substitute teaching is an enriching, flexible opportunity to learn more about what happens in our schools. Our rate is $250 daily, with pay increasing the more you work! You can choose your grade level and the days you work.  See more details  here or contact Christina Topete at  ctopete@slusd.us  for personalized support! Apply for all open positions here .  SAN LEANDRO PUBLIC LIBRARY EVENTS Here are free November Events & Activities at the San Leandro Public Library. Find more details at  www.sanleandrolibrary.org  or call 510-577-3960. For Families & Elementary School Students Una Ofrenda Musical - A Musical Altar for our Muertos Wednesday, Nov. 2, 6:30 pm Main Library, 300 Estudillo Ave. Presented by Cascada de Flores, this bilingual, participatory performance explores the meaning of the Day of the Dead (Día de Muertos) with song, dance, tradition, stories, and musical instruments. Doors open at 6:20 pm. All ages are welcome. Native American Heritage Month Crafts Wednesday, November 9, 3:30 pm-4:30 pm Manor Branch Library, 1241 Manor Blvd. Join us as we celebrate Native American Heritage Month with craft-making activities. Best for children in grades K-5. Meet Victoria Smith, Author of Tuxedo Baby Thursday, Nov. 17, 3:45 pm Main Library, 300 Estudillo Ave. Meet local author Victoria Smith and hear her new children's book, Tuxedo Baby, a fun, sweet story about family love and acceptance. Best for Kids in grades 2-5, but all ages are welcome. World of Rainbow Persian Dance Performance Tuesday, Nov. 22, 1:30 pm Main Library, 300 Estudillo Ave. Enjoy Persian music & dance with Shahrzad Dance Academy’s The World of Rainbow, a story about Peace. Best for ages 5+, but all ages are welcome. For Middle & High School Students Project Teen Lounge Project Teen Lounge is open Wednesdays and Thursdays, 2-4 pm, for teens in grades 6-12! Estudillo Room @ the Main Library, 300 Estudillo Ave. Art, Chromebooks, Video Games, Life Skills, Board Games, & More! November activities include an escape room, accordion book-making, and a Native American Short Film Festival. Find more details at  https://www.sanleandro.org/874/Teen-Programs . San Leandro Unified School District | 835 E. 14th Street, Suite 200, San Leandro, CA 94577 Phone: (510) 667-3500 Emai l: communications@slusd.us

    Wednesday, Nov 02 2022

  • Earthquake: No damage or injuries in SLUSD

    The U.S. Geological Survey is reporting a preliminary magnitude 5.1 earthquake near San Jose at 11:42 a.m. today, which was felt in our schools, offices, and throughout the Bay Area. There are no reports of injuries or damage in our district.

    Tuesday, Oct 25 2022

  • REMINDER: No School on Monday for Students

    There is no school on Monday for students to allow our staff to engage in a day of professional learning. We look forward to seeing our students on Tuesday, October 25. Have a safe and restful weekend!

    Friday, Oct 21 2022

  • Construction Update: See what Measure N funding has ...

    FALL 2022 : Measure N facility upgrades are completely transforming the face of our schools, with so many improvements to celebrate! Put on a hard hat, and let’s take a tour!   BANCROFT MIDDLE SCHOOL IMPROVEMENTS CLASSROOM BUILDINGS The four-classroom building at Bancroft is complete and filled with students! This new modular construction replaced four outdated portable classrooms and added new outdoor restroom facilities easily accessible from the athletic field.   ATHLETIC FIELD RENOVATION & SAFETY DROP-OFF The Bancroft athletic field renovation and new safety drop-off area for Bancroft Middle School are close to completion! The project includes a field and track replacement, a new blacktop surface, and new drought-tolerant landscaping. Full completion is scheduled for Winter 2022.   ENTRYWAY REDESIGN The front entrance to the school, located on Estudillo and Bancroft Avenues, has been remodeled with the addition of wheelchair-accessible pathways and new drought-tolerant landscaping. Construction is substantially completed, with closeout scheduled for Winter 2022.   SAN LEANDRO HIGH SCHOOL GYM San Leandro will soon be the home of one of the largest high school gymnasiums in the Bay Area! This modern facility will be able to house the entire student population and include a new competition-sized court, three full-size courts for tournaments, a dance studio, a weight room, an exercise room, a wrestling room, multiple team rooms, a training room, offices, a conference room, storage rooms, and a snack bar! A groundbreaking ceremony is planned for early November, with estimated completion in 2024.   LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL NEW CAMPUS Lincoln High School Eagles are moving! This new campus is underway, located on Leonard Lane adjacent to San Leandro Adult School. The project brings updated facilities and more space for our high school students. Upgrades include a new multipurpose room, fabrication lab, science classrooms, a new kitchen, and increased parking! The opening is planned for Fall 2023.   JOHN MUIR MIDDLE SCHOOL CLASSROOM BUILDING Muir Falcons will also get a new classroom building with nine new 21st-century learning spaces. This building replaces aging portables and adds a new outdoor restroom facility easily accessible from the athletic field. Completion is targeted for Spring 2023.   SAN LEANDRO HIGH SCHOOL QUAD The heart of the San Leandro High School Pirate Ship got a major makeover and is already filled with students, staff, and community! The completion of this project marks the first phase of major renovations to the SLHS main campus, which will soon include a new gymnasium and a modernized south entrance to the campus.   NEW SHADE STRUCTURES New shade structures are now complete at all eight elementary schools! This additional protection from the elements is being used for mealtimes and outdoor learning to take full advantage of the beautiful year-round weather in San Leandro. New shade structures are scheduled to be installed at both middle schools in time for the 2023-24 school year, with additional shade structures on the drawing board for SLHS. This photo is from the new courtyard at McKinley Elementary.     Don't miss our monthly project updates at this link. San Leandro Unified School District | 835 E. 14th Street, Suite 200, San Leandro, CA 94577 Phone: (510) 667-3500 | Fax: (510) 667-6234 Email:  communications@slusd.us

    Wednesday, Oct 19 2022

  • Free Halloween Scavenger Hunt for Families From the ...

    Tuesday, Oct 18 2022

  • Press Release: Alameda County Registrar of Voters Se...

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Alameda County Registrar of Voters Sends Notice of Correction for SLUSD Governing Board Election on November 8, 2022 SAN LEANDRO, CA – The San Leandro Unified School District is sharing information regarding a Notice of Correction issued by the Alameda County Registrar of Voters.  Due to an inadvertent omission on certain ballots for the Governing Board Member Area 2 contest, the Alameda County Registrar of Voters has notified the district that they will send a supplemental ballot with a return envelope and candidate statement of qualifications for the contested school board seat to voters residing in SLUSD Areas 1, 3, 4, 5, and 6.  Area 2 voters were not affected by the omission and will not receive a supplemental ballot. If you have any questions about your ballot, please call the Registrar of  Voters’ Office at (510) 272-6973 or 1 (800) 834-6454. About the San Leandro Unified School District The San Leandro Unified School District operates a comprehensive TK-12 program and an adult school at 13 campuses throughout San Leandro. The district educates its students by utilizing state-of-the-art technologies and innovative teaching strategies to help students achieve academic excellence and become collaborative and competitive in a global society. For more information, visit  www.slusd.us . CONTACT:  Keziah Moss, Director of Community & Employee Engagement, (510) 667-6202,  kmoss@slusd.us  

    Friday, Oct 14 2022

  • Family Learning Series TONIGHT at 5 PM! Topic: Deali...

    Wednesday, October 12, 5:00 - 6:00 pm • Topic: Dealing with Bullies There are more ways than ever for children and teens to experience bullying.  It can take place at school, in the neighborhood, or online. Bullying affects both the children who are being bullied and the adults who care for that child. During this interactive session, Blaze Consulting will use the Family Landing Pad, a virtual space for SLUSD parents and caregivers to talk about their own experiences caring for children and teens.  We will explore both perspectives.  We will look at how you can support your child if they are being bullied, and we will acknowledge the harm it causes the parent/caregivers as well.  Finally, we will look for tools of resilience to rise above this challenge.  Come ready to hear what other parents are trying and to offer your experience. The session is open to all San Leandro parents/caregivers with TK-12th grade students. Raffle Prizes! Spanish and Chinese translations will be provided.  Join Zoom Meeting https://slusd-us.zoom.us/j/88233983061?pwd=YU03ZDUzam5rY2FURm0wQkVGWThRUT09 [Wednesday, Oct 12 at 4:46 PM] Starting in 15 minutes! Join us!

    Wednesday, Oct 12 2022