High School (9th - 12th Grades) Information News Summary

Families: Encourage Your Student to Apply for the 2026–27 Student Board Member Election

Mon, 11 May 2026 16:36:00 GMT

Families, encourage your student to consider running for a district leadership role. Applications are now open for the 2026–27 Student Board Member election, giving students the chance to represent their peers and help shape important decisions.

Project Ujima Celebration & Summer Learning (TK-12th to College)

Sat, 09 May 2026 15:25:00 GMT

Please join us at Project Ujima for a dynamic end-of-year celebration that blends recognition, reflection, and forward-thinking learning. This engaging event is designed for students in grades TK–12, including those transitioning to college, and focuses on maintaining momentum through the summer while preparing for the next level of academic success.

New Achievement Level Descriptors for CAASPP

Sat, 09 May 2026 15:13:00 GMT

Students in grades 3-8 and 11 take the California Smarter Balanced Assessments every Spring. This year, the California Dept of Education has changed the Achievement Level Descriptors. If you have children who have taken this assessment in the past, you will notice that the results no longer say "Exceeded, Met, Nearly Met or Did not meet Standard". For more information you can visit the CAASP-ELPAC website. Here you can view a video explaining the change and reason for it as well as view other resources.

Honors Art Show 2026

Sat, 09 May 2026 14:52:00 GMT

The VAPA Honors Art Show is now on view May 2–23, 2026 at the Comic-Con Museum (2131 Pan American Plaza, San Diego, CA 92101). This juried exhibition features outstanding student artwork from across the district, highlighting creativity, artistic voice, and diverse perspectives in visual and media arts. A reception will be held on May 16, 2026 from 1:00–3:00 PM, and all are welcome to attend!

Monthly Wellness Tips for Families- May 2026

Sat, 09 May 2026 14:42:00 GMT

The May family wellness tips focus on "Taking care of my body, my mind, and the connections we have with our friends, family, and community." As we observe Mental Health Awareness Month, we invite you to explore the resources & supports, fun ways to spend quality time together, and participate in free local events that celebrate our diverse culture and promote well-being! We hope these tools help your family create "Moments that Matter" throughout the month of May!

Update: Vendor Cybersecurity Incident

Fri, 08 May 2026 20:20:00 GMT

Our school district was notified on May 5, 2026 that Instructure (Canvas), a vendor some San Diego Unified middle and high schools use to manage assignments and grades, was the target of a worldwide cybersecurity incident. Instructure has informed us no passwords, dates of birth, government identifiers or financial information were involved. Our school district was not a direct target. Our Information Technology Department is in communication with Instructure and has reinforced our expectations about upholding the highest data security standards.

Complete the LCFF Form to Help Support Your Child’s School

Fri, 08 May 2026 20:07:00 GMT

San Diego Unified is asking families to complete the Local Control Funding Formula, or LCFF, form for the 2026-27 school year. The information collected through this short form helps ensure schools receive all of the state funding for which they are eligible.

Join San Diego Unified at the 2026 San Diego Pride Parade

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:41:00 GMT

Students, staff and families are invited to walk with the San Diego Unified contingent in the 2026 San Diego Pride Parade this July. Join us as we celebrate and support our LGBTQIA+ students, staff, families and community members.