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Complete the 2025–26 Impact Aid Survey in PowerSchool Parent Portal
11/01/2025
The 2025–26 Impact Aid Survey is now available in the PowerSchool Parent Portal. All families must complete this short form by Friday, December 19, 2025.
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Take a Bite: Nutrition Updates for November
11/01/2025
Our salad bars are changing with the season! As we move into fall, you’ll notice richer colors and new flavors popping up — from deep orange persimmons to refreshing jicama.
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The Old Globe presents: Julius Caesar at CPMA
11/01/2025
CPMA Magnet Middle School is excited to announce The Old Globe will be visiting next month to present William Shakespeare's Julius Caesar "in the round" on Wednesday, November 19 at 6 p.m. in the Cathy Hickman Black Box Theatre. This FREE performance is open to all families, you do not need to attend CPMA to sign up for tickets.
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Celebrate Native American Heritage Month
11/01/2025
November is a time to honor and learn about the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of Native Americans – past, present, and future. Families are encouraged to take part in upcoming district and community events and explore educational resources that highlight Native American heritage and traditions.
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Choice Priority Enrollment Window for 2026-27 School Year Extended to November 15
10/23/2025
The Choice enrollment priority application deadline has been extended to November 15. Give your students options. Apply now for 2026–27 and explore programs beyond your neighborhood school: sdunified.org/choice
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Food Assistance Resources for Families in Need of Support
10/23/2025
We understand that recent federal funding uncertainties may be creating challenges for many families. If you need help accessing food or benefits, visit 211.org/get-help/food-programs-food-benefits to locate nearby food pantries, meal programs, and other local support services.
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Transitional Kindergarten Progress Reports 2025-2026
10/23/2025
As we approach the end of the first trimester, TK teachers will begin preparing progress reports to share with families. Your child’s teacher will be communicating details about Fall Parent-Teacher Conferences and how your child’s progress will be shared this year.
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Project Ujima - Student Voice
10/22/2025
Families are invited to an important and inspiring session focused on student voice. The in-person event on Thursday, Oct 30 at 5 p.m. will feature a student panel validating students' lived experiences and offering actionable family strategies to support student success.
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Student EXCEL Library Cards
10/21/2025
Help your students unlock a world of reading and research! Remind them to use their Student EXCEL Library Cards for free access to books, digital resources, and more through the San Diego Public Library.
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Nov. 3 – Literacy Network Meeting: Exploring Math Literacy & the New Math Curriculum
10/21/2025
Join this virtual session on Nov. 3 to explore simple, evidence-based ways to build students’ math literacy and make math meaningful.
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Digital Citizenship Week: October 20–24
10/18/2025
Support your child in becoming a thoughtful, responsible digital citizen. Find easy family tips, videos, and activities from Common Sense Media.
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Red Ribbon Week: Promoting Healthy Choices October 23–31, 2025
10/18/2025
Join us in encouraging students to make healthy, drug-free choices. Explore family resources and learn about the Voices for Change PSA contest.
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SDFC Day: Special Offer for SD Unified!
10/18/2025
Celebrate SDFC Day with a special 10% discount for San Diego Unified staff and families! On Tuesday, October 21, enjoy savings on all gear from SDFC’s official online store, Eighteen Threads
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2025 Special Olympics San Diego Youth Summit
10/18/2025
This unique event invites special education students to join peers from across the county for a fun day of inclusion, leadership, and friendship.
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Encourage Your Student to Enter the Break Free, Breathe Free PSA Contest
10/11/2025
Help your student share their voice! The 2025 Voices for Change PSA Contest challenges students to create a video or poster that raises awareness about the dangers of vaping, drugs, and alcohol while promoting healthy choices.
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CPMA Auditions – October 18
10/11/2025
Students can discover their creative spark at CPMA Magnet Middle School! Future 6th–8th graders can audition and get Choice enrollment help all in one place—Saturday, Oct. 18, 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m. at the CPMA Library in Clairemont.
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Students Speak Out for Climate Contest
10/11/2025
The Green Schools Conference is coming to San Diego this February—and students in grades 3–12 are invited to share their voices on climate change and environmental justice through the Students Speak Out for Climate Contest! Submit your essay or video by Jan. 5, 2026 for a chance to be recognized at the conference.
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You’re invited! District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC)
10/11/2025
We’re excited to invite all families, staff, and community members to our second DELAC meeting of the 2025–26 school year on Thursday, Oct. 16.
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Great California ShakeOut Drill – October 16
10/11/2025
Get ready to Drop, Cover, and Hold On! On Thursday, October 16 at 10:16 a.m., all San Diego Unified schools will take part in the Great California ShakeOut, a statewide earthquake preparedness drill.
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Call for Stories: Native American Heritage Month Feature
10/11/2025
San Diego Unified is celebrating Native American Heritage Month this November by inviting students, staff, and educators to be featured in our districtwide storytelling campaign – sign up by October 17 to participate.
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Family Celebration at Old Town's Dia de los Muertos!
10/11/2025
Celebrate creativity, culture, and community at San Diego Unified’s Old Town Día de los Muertos Exhibition—featuring student artwork, live performances, and family art activities on Friday, October 25, 1–3 PM. Free and open to all ages!
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Native American Heritage Month: Celebration Ceremony & Youth Conference
10/07/2025
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with San Diego Unified – join us Thu, Nov 13, 8:30 AM–3 PM at Centro Cultural de la Raza for a community ceremony, featuring Kumeyaay Bird Singers, speakers, Pow Wow dancers, flag presentation, and an Indigenous Youth Conference.
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Student Assessment Results Coming Soon
10/04/2025
Be on the lookout next week for an email with your child’s i-Ready (reading and math) or mCLASS (foundational reading) results from the fall assessment window.
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Keep Your Student’s Demographic Information Up-to-Date
10/04/2025
Keeping your contact details up-to-date allows our schools and district to communicate effectively with you, particularly during emergencies, urgent situations, or when sharing important updates about your child’s education. Learn how to make sure your school has accurate contact information.
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CAC General Meeting - Oct. 9 (Attention to families of students with IEPs)
10/04/2025
We hope to see you at 6:30 pm in person at Ballard Parent Center Auditorium. You will have an opportunity to hear from and learn about Neighborhood School Enrollment Options and a presentation from Jeffrey Hoffman “Reading Again”
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Take a Bite: Nutrition Updates for October
10/04/2025
Check out what’s new on your student’s salad bar this month and more!
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Event: Aspiring Pilot Seminar October 11th
10/04/2025
Is your child interested in the aviation industry or becoming a professional pilot? Check out this unique opportunity for students to learn more about the aviation industry and the different pathways to become a professional pilot, other than four universities.
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Parents as Partners Choice Application Workshops Oct. 6 & Oct. 16
10/04/2025
Thinking about school options for next year? Join our Parents as Partners Choice Workshop to learn about the Choice process and the priority enrollment window, which is open now through Nov. 3. Plus get your questions answered on the spot.
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A Message from Superintendent Dr. Fabi Bagula
10/02/2025
Superintendent Dr. Fabi Bagula shares this month’s video update with families—covering FAFSA, CHOICE enrollment, the new Family Resource Guide, and upcoming family engagement opportunities.
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Your Input is Wanted for the City of San Diego Community Recreation Needs Assessment
10/02/2025
The City of San Diego invites you to participate in a survey to share your input on City of San Diego parks, recreation programs, and services. This is your chance to help shape a more inclusive and equitable Parks and Recreation system that reflects the needs of all communities.
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Encourage Your Student to Join Fiddle Fest!
10/02/2025
Fiddle Fest is Back! Encourage your student to join this free, no-audition music event for violin, viola, cello, and bass players (grades 1–12). Registration due Oct. 6 — don’t miss this exciting opportunity!
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Recognizing LGBTQIA+ History Month
10/01/2025
LGBTQIA+ History Month is a time to reflect on the resilience, contributions, and rich history of the LGBTQIA+ community, and to ensure that these stories are represented in the curriculum our students learn from.
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Literacy Network: Explore Early Literacy - Sept. 29 @ 4 p.m.
09/27/2025
Families, educators, and community members are invited to come together to explore practical and evidence-based strategies to support early literacy—both at home and in the classroom! Let’s work in partnership to build strong foundations for every young reader.
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Family STEAM Night at Harold J Ballard Parent Center on Oct. 1 – For Point Loma & San Diego Clusters
09/27/2025
Bring your whole family for a fun STEAM evening! We will be learning about Light and Shadows.The activities are geared for our early learners in Preschool and TK, but all students are welcome.
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Xello Family Webinar Session
09/27/2025
Xello is an online platform preparing our students to be college and career-ready! Learn more about the platform and how you can support your students with their exploration of their strengths, interests and values.
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September Harvest of the Month: Emerald Beaut Plums
09/20/2025
This September, our students are enjoying the crisp, golden-green Emerald Beaut Plums, sourced locally from Kingsburg Orchards in California’s Central Valley. Learn more!
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24th Annual NPIEN Education Conference – Oct 24–25
09/20/2025
Join this free event for educators, students and families - featuring educator sessions, college and career resource fair, and cultural dance performances from area schools.
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CPMA Auditions
09/20/2025
CPMA (Creative Performing Media Arts) Magnet Middle School is seeking future 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students who are interested in learning through the arts. Auditions and choice enrollment sign-up assistance will be offered at one convenient time and place: Saturday, September 27th from 9:00am - 1:00pm at the CPMA Library, located in Clairemont.
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New Dual Language Program at Miramar Ranch Elementary
09/20/2025
Give your child the gift of language! Miramar Ranch’s new Spanish Immersion Program still has imited spots available for next year—enroll now!
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Choice Enrollment Window Opens Monday, Sept. 22
09/20/2025
The Choice enrollment window is open Sept 22–Nov 3! Apply now for 2026–27 and explore programs beyond your neighborhood school: sdunified.org/choice
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Take Action – Review the Family Resource Guide in Parent Portal
09/19/2025
San Diego Unified has released the 2025-26 Family Resource Guide (formerly Facts for Parents). Log in to your ParentPortal to review and complete the necessary forms.
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Celebrating Latinx Heritage Month
09/12/2025
Sept 15–Oct 15, explore our Educational Resource Guide at home and follow us on social for student & staff stories.
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You’re Invited! District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) Kickoff
09/12/2025
Join us for the first DELAC session of the 2025–26 school year on Thursday, September 18, 4:30–6 p.m. In-person or via Zoom.
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SDSCPA Auditions
09/11/2025
Is your student interested in pursuing the arts? Share this information about auditions for the San Diego School of Creative and Performing Arts (SDSCPA) happening on Saturday, September 27th from 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. for middle school students and October 18th from 9am-1pm for high school.
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Protecting Our Students: A Family Preparedness Care Package
09/09/2025
At San Diego Unified, we wholeheartedly embrace our commitment to providing safe, stable, nurturing, and welcoming environments for all students and staff. Here are resources available to support families.
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Have You Moved Recently?
09/05/2025
Families can now lookup the District schools serving their home address using an updated School Finder tool. See what’s new.
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CA State Preschool Program Parent Handbook
09/05/2025
Parents with children in the CA State Preschool Program (CSPP) should review this handbook to learn about important program policies.
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SUN Bucks Summer Food Program Renewed For Kids in 2025! Application Deadline - Sept. 2
08/29/2025
This is a reminder that if your child qualifies for free or reduced-price meals at school, they may also be eligible for California’s SUN Bucks (Summer EBT) program. This program provides a $120 grocery benefit per eligible child to support families during the summer.
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Eureka Math Overview for Families - Grades TK - 5th
08/29/2025
Join us for an engaging Eureka Math overview session for families of students in grades TK–5. This is a great opportunity to better understand your child’s math journey and learn ways to help them succeed.
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Look Out for Your Annual English Learner Notification Letter
08/28/2025
Starting August 28, families of English learners will receive their Annual Parent Notification Letter by email through PowerSchool. If no email is on file, a printed copy will be sent home with your child. Learn more about your student’s EL status, test results, and program placement.
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Latinx/e Heritage Month-Students Encouraged to Share Their Story!
08/22/2025
Latinx/e Heritage Month is coming up, and now–more than ever–we want to uplift the diverse and beautiful voices of our community to celebrate our stories & brilliance! Interest form for your child to be featured is due Wednesday, August 27.
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K-2 Reading Risk Screener Notification
08/22/2025
Schools will screen students in kindergarten through second grade to help identify early signs of reading difficulties.
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AI Literacy for Families – Join the Virtual Workshop August 27 or 28
08/19/2025
Help your child thrive in the age of AI! Please join San Diego Unified for an engaging, easy-to-understand workshop on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Generative AI.
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August 18 & 21 Workshops – Learn How to Navigate the PowerSchool Parent Portal
08/15/2025
Join an upcoming webinar to learn how to use the Parent Portal to communicate with your child’s teacher, access grades, view attendance records, check test scores, and more.
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Arrive at School Safely – Traffic Safety Tips for Drivers and Students
08/12/2025
To help everyone stay safe on the roads for the new school year, we encourage all families to review these traffic safety tips.
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UPDATE:Learning Assessments Your Child is Given
08/12/2025
Learn about the assessments your child is given every year, including a helpful overview video and NEW grade level assessment calendar.
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Welcome, TK and Preschool Families!
08/09/2025
Here are some tips to help your child get ready for their first day, including suggestions for easing those first-day jitters. More details specific to your child’s school site will be shared at orientation or during the first week of school.
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Show Appreciation to a Standout Staff Member at Your Child’s School Through San Diego Unified's LOVE Note Initiative
08/09/2025
At San Diego Unified, we believe that every member of our school community matters—and that appreciation should be felt all year long. That’s why we created the LOVE Notes Initiative, a way to Live Our Values Every day, week, and month.
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Staying Safe in Hot Weather
08/09/2025
All educational spaces in our schools are air conditioned, but during periods of high heat, schools follow safety plans that may include adjusting schedules, limiting strenuous activities, and ensuring students stay cool and hydrated.
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Families, Welcome Back to San Diego Unified from Superintendent Fabi Bagula, Ph.D.
08/08/2025
Superintendent Fabi Bagula Ph.D. shares a welcome back message to families of San Diego Unified School District for the 2025-2026 school year.
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Student Transportation Bus Route Information Now in PowerSchool
08/07/2025
Student bus route information will now be available in the PowerSchool Parent/Student Portal.
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Access Resources for the New Elementary Math Curriculum: Eureka Math² (TK–5)
08/06/2025
This year, we’re implementing a new math curriculum for Transitional Kindergarten through 5th grade. Eureka Math² (EM2) is a comprehensive program designed to build strong math foundations, promote problem-solving, and help students see themselves as confident, capable mathematicians. Access resources to learn more and support your child’s learning.
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Learn About the 1:1 Program & Chromebook Care
08/05/2025
Join an upcoming Zoom series to learn about San Diego Unified’s 1 to 1 Initiative, Chromebook Care and Troubleshooting Tips.
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Ready, Set, Play & Learn
08/01/2025
There are still spots available in our free half-day Preschool and full-day Transitional Kindergarten (TK) programs. Enroll your littlest learner today!
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See What's on the Menu at the Sandi Coast Cafe
08/01/2025
School meals are FREE for all students, helping save you up to $1,800 per year, per child. Explore the nutritious options on your child's school menu this year!
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Access Your Child’s Free MTS Youth PRONTO Pass
07/31/2025
MTS offers a FREE bus pass to students 18 and younger that can be used to get to and from school.
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Share Your Back-to-School Photos on August 11
07/30/2025
Get featured on our social media accounts! Tag us in your back-to-school photos.
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August 8 @ 7:30 a.m. Watch Superintendent’s Welcome Back Message
07/30/2025
Tune in to the San Diego Unified YouTube Channel on August 8 at 7:30 a.m. to check out the welcome back message to families from Superintendent Fabi Bagula, Ph.D.
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Learn About the Statewide Tests Your Child May Take This Year
07/29/2025
Every year, California students take several statewide tests. When combined with other measures such as grades, class work, and teacher observations, these tests give families and teachers a more complete picture of their child’s learning. Learn more about the statewide tests your child may be taking this year.
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Back-to-School Health Resource Fair – Aug. 2
07/23/2025
Free backpack giveaway, health resources & screenings, fun activities and games, hosted by Assembly member Dr. LaShae Sharp-Collins. Saturday, August 2, 11am-2pm. Register by Friday, July 25.
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Military Family Resource Fair – Aug. 2
07/18/2025
Calling all military families! Don’t miss the annual Cammies to College event on August 2, featuring free backpacks and school supplies as well as community and educational resources.
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New Mobile Phones Policy Starts August 11
07/10/2025
Starting August 11, 2025, all students will be required to comply with a new phone-free school day policy during regular school hours.
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Updated Restorative Discipline Policy Starts in 2025-26 School Year
07/10/2025
For the 2025-26 school year, students will be subject to an updated Restorative Discipline policy.
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