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SLUSD Update
Setting the Stage for Success in the New School Year
August 19, 2024
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Dear San Leandro Unified Staff and Families,
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Welcome back to a new school year filled with excitement and promise! As we kick off this year, I am thrilled to share that our district is growing and thriving, with more staff than ever returning for another year, demonstrating the strong sense of belonging that defines our community.
In this month's newsletter, you'll find essential updates on San Leandro Unified's many services and programs. Also, we want to celebrate the many facility improvements over the summer. We are especially excited to welcome our community into the new state-of-the-art gymnasium at San Leandro High School this fall. This incredible facility is a true community treasure, made possible by the unwavering support of San Leandro voters who passed our facilities bonds—thank you!
We have all enjoyed seeing our schools filled with the smiling faces of our students over these past several days. Your support is the cornerstone of our success, and together, we'll make this year one of our best yet.
Thank you, and let's make it a great year!
Warm regards,
Dr. Mike McLaughlin
Superintendent
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Super Summer Construction
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Summer construction in SLUSD brings another wave of transformation to the local educational landscape. The past summer was undoubtedly a time of building bright futures for SLUSD! |
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- Fresh exterior painting to brighten and protect our buildings
- Upgraded playground surfaces for enhanced safety and play
- New flooring installed throughout classrooms and common areas
- Roofing replacements to ensure a weatherproof learning environment
- Renovated restroom facilities for improved comfort and hygiene
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- Exterior painting projects completed, refreshing the look of our campuses
- Roofing upgrades to extend the lifespan of our buildings
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Free Breakfast & Lunch for All Students
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All students, regardless of income status, can enjoy school breakfast and lunch at no cost! Encourage your student to take advantage of this delicious opportunity while you save on home food costs. Start the day right—come in and get fueled for school! Check out our meal menus online, including vegetarian and vegan options. For mouthwatering updates, follow our food services program on Instagram @slusd_food! |
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Regular school attendance is crucial for student success. Each day in class builds upon the last, helping students stay on track with their learning, develop essential skills, and build strong connections with peers and teachers. Consistent attendance improves academic outcomes and nurtures a sense of responsibility and community. Every day counts!
NEW! Starting soon, you will receive a Weekly Attendance Update in your email each week to keep you up-to-date on your child’s weekly attendance as we partner with you to keep absences from adding up!
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Mental Health & Wellness Supports
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Mental health and well-being are crucial to success, so SLUSD partners with Care Solace to offer extra support. Students, staff, and families can use Care Solace to find verified mental health and substance use treatment options tailored to their needs, available 24/7/365 in any language. To access Care Solace:
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Back to School Nights Coming Soon!
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Mark your calendars for an excellent opportunity to see inside our schools and classrooms across the district! We celebrate Back to School throughout September on the following dates. Look for more specific information from your school.
- Elementary - Thursday, September 5
- Middle Schools - Thursday, September 12
- San Leandro High School - Thursday, September 19
- Lincoln High School - Thursday, September 26
- San Leandro Virtual Academy - Thursday, September 26
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SLUSD Family Learning Series is Back!
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Wednesday, August 28⋅5:00 – 6:00pm
TOPIC: Welcome to Parent Landing Pad Monthly Series
The Parent Landing Pad allows parents/caregivers to connect, share, and be heard. Our opening session of the Family Landing Pad series provides an overview of the virtual series. YOU ARE NOT ALONE! What support do you need as a parent to prevent burnout, feeling overwhelmed, and disconnection from others? Join other parents for an hour to offer ideas for support and receive support, too. The session is open to all San Leandro parents/caregivers with TK-12th grade students. Raffle Prizes! Spanish and Chinese translations will be provided.
Wednesday, September 11⋅5:00 – 6:00pm
TOPIC: Parent Guilt
Parents and caregivers face many demands—managing housework, jobs, homework, and self-care. A single critical comment can spark parental guilt, leading to self-doubt. In this interactive session, we’ll explore parental guilt and how to counter the shame from constant self-criticism. Open to all San Leandro parents/caregivers with TK-12 students. Raffle prizes available! Spanish and Chinese translations provided.
Single/Co-Parenting Family Landing Pad Series
Tuesday, September 24⋅5:30 – 6:30pm
The Family Landing Pad is a virtual space for SLUSD families to share their experiences of balancing mental, emotional, physical, and financial responsibilities. Blaze Consulting will lead sessions to reframe stress into opportunities, helping families thrive. It is open to single and co-parenting families with TK-12 students. Raffle prizes are available! Spanish and Chinese translations are provided.
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Support the San Leandro Education Foundation (SLED)
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The San Leandro Education Foundation (SLED) is happy to start the new school year supporting our district by funding various education enrichment activities, such as Teacher Mini-Grants, Field Trips, Girls on the Run, science festivals, and more.
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Need a Chromebook for Homework?
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You can check out an optional SLUSD Chromebook for your student(s) to use at home for the school year. Distribution will start soon, so look for information from your school for more details. |
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San Leandro Unified School District
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