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Latinx Heritage Month
SUPERINTENDENT'S MESSAGE 
Dear SFUSD Families:
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This month, we’re joining the nation in celebrating Latinx Heritage Month to highlight the diversity, brilliance and beauty of the Latinx community. From offering robust language programs to creating humanizing learning experiences where educational content develops student capacity for knowledge (​and love) of self, SFUSD proudly strives to ensure that all students are seen and heard in their coursework, and that each student’s culture is celebrated.

 

Also this month, we are joining a nationwide effort to celebrate Attendance Awareness Month in September. Attendance Awareness Month is an opportunity to raise awareness about the connection of attendance with academic success and a sense of belonging at school. Please be on the lookout for resources that we will be sharing with families to spark discussion on how to have consistent attendance during the school year.

 

!Sí, se puede!

 

Dr. Matt Wayne

SFUSD Superintendent

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Featured in this month's Family Newsletter:
RESOURCES AND FEATURES
Back to School Week
 
These special events are happening at schools throughout September. They are a chance for family members, students, teachers, and other school staff to come together to learn about what’s planned for the year. Ask your school when their Back to School event takes place.
 
Enrollment Fair coming Oct. 21!
 
Come to the PreK-12 Enrollment Fair! Meet principals, teachers, and parents from all of our schools in one place! Learn about school programs! Food from Vegan Hood Chefs! Music! Giveaways! Enter to win grocery gift cards! And more! 
Board of Education Community Conversations 
 
The Board of Education is committed to engaging community members in the kind of two-way dialogue that can’t be accomplished in regular board meetings. To that end, this is a first in a series of community conversations to occur at regular intervals throughout SY 23-24. The meetings will be held on Sept. 30, Oct. 3, and Oct. 5.
 
2023-24 Academic Calendar 
 
Download the 2023-2024 school calendar today and keep track of holidays and school breaks. This calendar is also available online at sfusd.edu/calendars
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School Nutrition Update
 
Revolution Foods’ menus and nutritional information will no longer appear on SchoolCafe; the menu continues to be at sfusd.edu/menus and the allergen/nutritional information can be found at sfusd.edu/specialmeals.
 
Back to School ParentVUE/StudentVUE updates
 
Happy new school year! Here are updates you need to know about ParentVUE and StudentVUE.
Attendance Awareness Month (AAM) 
 
September is Attendance Awareness Month. Learn simple ways to help your student build good attendance habits this school year–and how SFUSD and the staff at your school are ready to provide support and connect you with resources.
¡VIVA! Latinx Heritage Month 2023
 
For Latinx Heritage Month, the San Francisco Public Library is showcasing a diverse array of exciting programs for all ages, from Spanish/bilingual storytimes, to author talks, to art and cultural presentations. Come enjoy with us. ¡Bienvenidos! 
COVID Protocols 
 
There have been no updates to SFUSD's COVID-19 protocols since Feb. 28. Learn about the COVID protocols that SFUSD will continue to follow. 
 
Suicide Prevention Month 
 
Suicide is a leading cause of death among youth. If you or someone you love is dealing with suicidal thoughts or mental health issues, here are some organizations that offer help.
Rosh Hashanah and
Yom Kippur 
 
Sept. 15 - 17 is Rosh Hashanah and Sept. 24 - 25 is Yom Kippur.
 
Shana Tova! 
Mexican Independence Day
 
Sept. 16 is Mexican Independence Day. 
 
 
¡Feliz Día de la Independencia de México!
Mid-Autumn Festival 
 
 
Sept. 29 is the Mid-Autumn Festival. 
 
 
中秋節快樂!
Back to School Highlights 
 
We are so happy to welcome our students back to school! 
SFUSD IN THE NEWS
Photo credit: CBS News Bay Area/KPIX
John O'Connell Teacher teaches students to be become Builders
 
Chris Wood is in his 12th year leading the construction trades program after decades getting his hands and boots dirty as a contractor.
 
 
TK students starting school at Mission Education Center 
 
Principal Carla Llewelyn-Vasquez says this new grade will help kids get ready for kindergarten and set the foundations for their academic success when fully rolled out by 2025.
 
WHO TO CONTACT
Department
Student and Family Services Division
Can help with...
Expulsions/Suspensions
Student Attendance Review Board
Records Requests 
Location and Contact
Phone: 415-340-1716 
Email: sflink@sfusd.edu
Transcript & Work Permit Office
Student transcripts
Work Permits
Phone: 415-750-4500
Email: transcripts@sfusd.edu
Student Nutrition Services
Breakfast + Lunch program
Free/reduced lunch applications
Pandemic EBT
Phone: 415-749-3604
Transportation Services
Transportation for students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
General Education busing  
Transportation bus service for paid, athletic, and art program trips
Phone: 415-695-5505
Enrollment Center 
Student enrollment
Language assessments
Address change

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