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FREE COVID-19 Home Testing Kits
FREE COVID TEST KITS TODAY!! PLEASE STOP BY OUR PRUSSO CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER TO GET YOUR TODAY FROM 7:30 AM - 6:00PM
Tuesday, Nov 23 2021
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FREE COVID-19 Home Testing Kits
FREE COVID TEST KITS TODAY!! PLEASE STOP BY OUR PRUSSO CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER TO GET YOUR TODAY FROM 7:30 AM - 6:00PM
Tuesday, Nov 23 2021
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2022 National Counselor of the Year
Alma Lopez Named 2022 School Counselor of the Year by the American School Counselor Association ALEXANDRIA, VA – Alma Lopez, lead school counselor at California’s Livingston Middle School, has been named the 2022 School Counselor of the Year by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA). A graduate of California State University – Fresno, Lopez has been a school counselor for 15 years and serves as Livingston Union School District’s school counseling coordinator. The School Counselor of the Year award honors professionals who devote their careers to advocating for the nation’s students and addressing their academic, career and social/emotional development. Lopez embodies the full spirit of school counseling. “The deep commitment she has to her community, her relentless focus on providing equitable outcomes for her students and her implementation of a comprehensive school counseling program were evident throughout her application and interview process,” said Valerie Hardy, a member of the independent judging panel that selects the School Counselor of the Year finalists and winner of the award. “As a first-generation college attendee, Ms. Lopez serves as an inspiration for her students, her community and the profession.” All 804 students at Lopez’s rural school, which serves grades 6–8, receive free or reduced-price lunch. The 2,500-student district had only two school counselors when Lopez started working there; her advocacy efforts in 2015 contributed to the district’s decision to expand the number to five. “Ms. Lopez provides an excellent example of school counseling advocacy,” said Jill Cook, ASCA executive director. “By using data and articulating the impact of a comprehensive school counseling program, Ms. Lopez demonstrated the benefits of reducing student-to-school-counselor ratios, ultimately improving student outcomes.” “Alma is passionate about supporting our students in succeeding in middle school,” said Jorge Arteaga, Livingston Middle School principal. “As she plans and organizes support services, Alma always thinks of equity and access to ensure our neediest students get the support they need to be successful.” Superintendent Andrés Zamora said Lopez is “a positive, humble and strong advocate for school counseling programs.” She was the first to approach him about expanding the district’s school counseling services when the California Department of Education introduced a new funding model based on the concepts of local control. “She was diligent in advocating for the ASCA framework as a model to most effectively and directly impact students,” Zamora said, noting that, as a result, Livingston became Merced County’s first district to have full-time school counselors at all its elementary schools. Lopez, an ASCA Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP) reviewer, serves on the California Association of School Counselors Board of Directors. In 2018, she received the city of Livingston’s “You Make Us Proud Award” and also helped her school achieve RAMP status the same year. “What is unique and special about Ms. Lopez is her heart and the passion by which she serves our school community,” Zamora said. “She is a voice of reason, a kind human and the protector of students and their rights,” said Markella Tsatsaronis, Livingston Middle School teacher and athletic director. About the American School Counselor Association The American School Counselor Association (ASCA) is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) professional organization based in Alexandria, Va. ASCA promotes student success by expanding the image and influence of school counseling through leadership, advocacy, collaboration and systemic change. ASCA helps school counselors guide their students toward academic achievement, career planning and social/emotional development to help today’s students become tomorrow’s productive, contributing members of society. Founded in 1952, ASCA has a network of 50 state and territory associations and a membership of more than 41,000 school counseling professionals. For additional information on the American School Counselor Association, visit www.schoolcounselor.org.
Wednesday, Nov 17 2021
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College and Career Week
November 15th to the 19th is College and Career Week! Check out our flyer with the dress up day categories. Please explore the resource flyer with your student. It is never too early to plant the seed of post-secondary options. Virtual opportunities will be available for 4th-8th grade students after school, please read our flyer for more information.
Wednesday, Nov 10 2021
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Red Ribbon Week
This week, LUSD is celebrating Red Ribbon week. As you know, Red Ribbon week is about drug prevention. Please take time to review the resources found on this link and reach out to your child's school if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you.
Monday, Oct 25 2021
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National Library Card Sign-Up Month
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month! Get Your Library Card Today! Signing up for a library card is the first step on the path of academic achievement and lifelong learning. During the month of September, a FREE book will be given to students who sign up for a library card. To sign up, visit the Livingston Public Library at: 1212 Main Street, Livingston Phone: (209) 394-7330 Library Hours: Tuesdays - 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. (Gift card drawing every week if you come between 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Tuesdays) Thursdays - 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday - 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Note: A parent must be present for initial sign up and show proof of address or child can take card application home for parent to complete and return.
Saturday, Sep 25 2021