Safety Update About Vallejo High School

VCUSD families,  At approximately 3:34 p.m. the Vallejo Police Department (VPD) responded to a shooting near Vallejo High School. Officers determined that an unknown person fired their firearm. A female juvenile was struck by at least one bullet and suffered a non-life-threatening injury.   At the time of the shooting, Vallejo High School students had already been dismissed for the day. Upon arrival, VPD officers located a juvenile who was shot at least once with a non-life-threatening wound. The juvenile was transported to a local hospital.    The motive and circumstances involving this incident remain under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Vallejo Police Department Detective Division at 707-648-4524. Vallejo High School will continue as scheduled tomorrow, Feb. 1, 2023, with a minimum day. The school will have enhanced security and a Vallejo Police Department presence.  We will have mental health providers ready to assist those students who need additional support at school. In addition, if parents would like the District to reach out to your student, please fill out the  form , and we will contact them shortly. There are also other mental health resources available at  vcusd.org/mentalhealth .  If your student sees something suspicious, please remind them to say something to any school staff member. Also, please talk with your child. Anything that our students might be aware of where there are problems or dangerous activities in our community we need to know about and act on. William Spalding Superintendent  Vallejo City Unified School District

Wednesday, Feb 01 2023

Puberty Education and Sexual Health Education - Pare...

Dear VCUSD Families, California state health standards starting in 5th grade and California Healthy Youth Act provide guidance that requires schools to provide education related to puberty, sexual development, sexual health and HIV prevention.  Parents have the right to review the curriculum that will be used in the classroom. In an effort to provide access to the curriculum for parents, virtual curriculum review sessions are being offered. Below, you will find registration information to attend the sessions. Parents of students in grades 6-12 may attend a session on January 12th. Parents of students in grade 5 may attend on January 17th. Pre-registration is required for the session you select. Information on how to join the meeting will be shared via email upon registration. Middle School & High School / escuela intermedia y escuela secondaria January 12th, 2023 / 12 de enero 2023 In English: Middle School & High School Parent Curriculum Review Night January 12, 2023,  6pm – 7:30pm Please register in advance for this meeting:  https://cardeaservices.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMsduupqjIoGNC-jsxdFppRy2jJD46HeCE2 After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. En Espanol: Revisión del currículo de educación sobre salud sexual para cuidadores de estudiantes en la secundaria y preparatoria  el 12 de enero, 2023 a las 06:30pm – 8pm Por favor inscríbase para esta reunión aquí: https://cardeaservices.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIqceGvrz4vG90W2BTjA5jfxnonXfWGWCvU Una vez que se haya registrado, recibirá un correo electrónico de confirmación con información sobre cómo unirse a la reunión.   Elementary (5th Grade)  Jan 17 Elementary In English: Elementary Puberty Education Parent Curriculum Review Night January 17, 2023: 6pm – 7:30pm Please register in advance for this meeting:  https://cardeaservices.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0pceuoqzoiGtWbdGKUmbkbNDLF-RsItQOS After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. En Espanol: R evisión del currículo de educación sobre pubertad para cuidadores de estudiantes en la primaria el 17 de enero, 2023 a las 06:30pm – 8pm Por favor inscríbase para esta reunión aquí: https://cardeaservices.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYvdOugqjgoG9YGsFl0amUP58JDNtm2GFpN Una vez que se haya registrado, recibirá un correo electrónico de confirmación con información sobre cómo unirse a la reunión. ​ If you have questions or are unable to register for the event, please email dbrever@vcusd.org for more information.  Thank you. [Wednesday, Jan 11 at 1:07 PM] Just a reminder to families about this curriculum review opportunity.

Thursday, Jan 05 2023

Solano Community College Vallejo Center Event

Good afternoon, VCUSD! Please join us tomorrow evening at Solano Community College Vallejo Center to learn more about the programs and services offered at the Vallejo Center. Guests will have the opportunity to meet faculty, tour the center and receive general information about the school.  Hope to see you there! 

Monday, Nov 14 2022

Documentary Screening and Panel Discussion Event on ...

Sent on behalf of VCUSD Superintendent William Spalding VCUSD community,  I wanted to invite you to an event tomorrow evening. In partnership with Watch Me Grow, we will host a screening event and panel discussion regarding the documentary  Resilience,  on Thursday, Oct. 27, at 5:30 p.m. in Jesse Bethel High School’s little theatre.  Researchers have  determined brain chemistry changes that can be  caused by abuse and neglect during childhood. As the documentary  Resilience  reveals, toxic stress can trigger hormones that wreak havoc on the brains and bodies of children, putting them at a greater risk for disease, homelessness, prison time, and early death. While the broader impacts of poverty worsen the risk, no segment of society is immune. Resilience, however, also chronicles the dawn of a movement determined to fight back. Trailblazers in pediatrics, education, and social welfare use cutting-edge science and field-tested therapies to protect children from the insidious effects of toxic stress—and the dark legacy of a childhood that no child would choose. If you are available, I hope you can attend this free event.  William Spalding Superintendent  Vallejo City Unified School District

Wednesday, Oct 26 2022

Jesse Bethel High School Update

Sent on behalf of VCUSD Superintendent William Spalding. VCUSD community,  I wanted to follow up with you to let you know how today went at Jesse Bethel High School. I spent most of my day at the high school, which went very smoothly.  Like I said in yesterday’s message, we called the rumors vague and unsubstantiated. There was no specific reference to the high school or threat, but we took it very seriously.  I encourage you to talk to your student, and if they feel unsafe at school, tell someone and not perpetuate any rumors on social media.  We will debrief after this incident and see what can be improved.  Thank you for your patience, partnership, and continued support of VCUSD.  Have a restful weekend.  William Spalding Superintendent Vallejo City Unified School District

Friday, Sep 30 2022

Jesse Bethel High School Safety Update

Sent on behalf of VCUSD Superintendent William Spalding. VCUSD,  As you know, social media posts were being circulated among our students today with a threat of violence against Jesse Bethel High School.  When we were made aware of the posts, we alerted Vallejo Police Department. They responded immediately to the school and with their assistance, we investigated the threats. After speaking to students and administrators, we found the rumors to be vague and unsubstantiated.  Out of an abundance of caution, we are working with Vallejo Police Department to have a presence on campus, and we are adding extra site safety and administrators to Jesse Bethel High School tomorrow.  We take threats of any nature very seriously. We are on high alert after everything that has happened in our community and nearby cities. Please remind your student that if they see or hear something unsafe, they should say something to a staff member. Perpetuating rumors on social media does not help us keep our schools safe–it only worsens things.  Thank you for your diligence during this time.  William Spalding Superintendent Vallejo City Unified School District 

Friday, Sep 30 2022

COVID-19 Update

Sent on behalf of Vallejo City Unified School District Superintendent William Spalding. Good morning, As you are aware, we have been closely tracking the levels of transmission of COVID-19 throughout the pandemic and have made adjustments to health protocols based on local and regional transmission and case trends. Recent weeks have seen significant reductions in the transmission of COVID-19 both in our school community and the region, and the CDC rating has moved into "green" or low transmissibility, where CDC does not recommend indoor mask mandates. In light of these changes, we will no longer require mask-wearing for staff and students, effective Wednesday, Sept. 21. However, we still highly recommend mask-wearing indoors as an effective prevention measure while COVID-19 is still with us, and otherwise practicing good hygiene techniques. In addition, we will continue to make masks and home tests available. We also highly recommend that staff and students stay current with vaccine boosters and take advantage of the new bivalent vaccine that includes protection against the more recent strains of the virus.  If your student does become infected with COVID-19, please inform the office staff. Staff can continue reporting their cases to human resources.  Finally, we will continue monitoring for transmission rates and the emergence of new strains and reserve the capability to return to masking requirements if necessary. Thank you for all your support and patience, and stay safe and healthy. William Spalding Superintendent Vallejo City Unified School District

Tuesday, Sep 20 2022

Follow Up On Yesterday's Events at Vallejo High School

Sent on behalf of Vallejo City Unified School District Superintendent William Spalding. Dear VCUSD families,  You are undoubtedly aware of yesterday’s incident outside of Vallejo High School. While we are still in shock about this horrific occurrence, knowing that our staff member will recover from non-life-threatening injuries brings us reassurance. The bravery displayed by our staff members in responding to help our students is a testament to the Vallejo City Unified School District’s (VCUSD) commitment to our students, community, and beyond.  I want to thank each of you for your confidence in VCUSD during a difficult moment. We must stay diligent regarding safety. Safety is our first priority, and we aim to ensure such within our learning environment by following security practices and protocols. Due to the partnership with the Vallejo Police Department (VPD), we will continue to strengthen our plans.   Additionally, mental health providers are ready to assist those students who need additional support at school. If parents would like the District to reach out to your student, please fill out the  form , and we will contact them shortly. There are also other mental health resources available at  vcusd.org/mentalhealth .  As Vallejo Police Department continues investigating the motive and circumstances, anyone with information is asked to contact the Vallejo Police Department Detective Division at 707-648-4524.  You will see an increased presence of site safety officers and VPD patrolling the area. If you see or hear of anything suspicious, please do not hesitate to contact the officers.  Again, I appreciate you. If you have any questions, please reach out. William Spalding Superintendent Vallejo City Unified School District

Thursday, Sep 15 2022

NOTICE OF VACANCY AND INTENT TO APPOINT A TRUSTEE FO...

NOTICE OF VACANCY AND INTENT TO APPOINT  BOARD OF EDUCATION MEMBER VALLEJO CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT The Board of Education of the Vallejo City Unified School District is seeking applicants to fill the Trustee Area 1 vacancy due to the “failure to elect,” a candidate after no person filed for candidacy for this area by the August 12, 2022, filing deadline of the Solano County Registrar of Voters. Applicants must have the following qualifications: They must be 18 years of age or older; They must reside within the Trustee Area 1 of the Vallejo City Unified School District They must be a registered voter Interested persons are invited to submit an application by October 7, 2022 , addressed to:  Rhonda Reason-Thomas, Executive Assistant to Superintendent William Spalding  Vallejo City Unified School District  665 Walnut Avenue  Vallejo, CA 94592 *No emailed applications. Please hand deliver, or U.S. Mail to arrive at VCUSD by the deadline date. The application can also be found online on our website,  https://www.vcusd.org/board   If you’re unsure you live within the boundaries of Trustee Area 1 of the Vallejo City Unified School District, please call the Solano County Registrar of Voters at 707 784-6675, between the hours of 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Applicants who submit completed applications will be contacted by Rhonda Reason-Thomas and will undergo a public interview process at a scheduled board meeting. The Board is interested in candidates who: Are supportive of the District’s mission, vision and goals; Are committed to excellence in providing educational opportunities for students; Will make decisions based on careful analysis of all data without regard to influence by special interest groups; Will work in a mutually supportive way with other Board members, the Superintendent and staff; Are willing to commit adequate time to Board meetings, Board development opportunities and related activities; Have a commitment to the school community as well as the general community representing all constituents of the District; Have demonstrated an interest in support for public education; Are committed and endorse the primary responsibility of a member in regards to policy making.

Wednesday, Sep 07 2022

Cooling Centers for Upcoming Heatwave

The upcoming heatwave is predicted to  warm  up throughout the holiday weekend, with the hottest days coming this Sunday through Tuesday.    In anticipation of the  extreme weather, the City of Vallejo partnered with Greater Vallejo Recreation District and  will be opening cooling center locations as follows:   Saturday, September 3, 2022 2 p.m.–7 p.m. Norman C. King Center ( 545 Magazine Street )   Sunday, September 4, 2022 2 p.m.–7 p.m. Norman C. King Center ( 545 Magazine Street )   Monday, September 5, 2022 2 p.m.–7 p.m.  Vallejo Room ( 505 Santa Clara Street )   As a reminder, all Solano County Library branches also operate as cooling centers. Visit  solanolibrary.com  for their hours of operation.    Visit  solanocounty.com/summerready  for more information.

Friday, Sep 02 2022