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AUSD Response to Laguna Woods, CA Shooting

Tragically, there were actually TWO acts of racially-motivated shootings this weekend. The Board of Education and Superintendent have issued a statement in response to the second incident at a Laguna Woods church in Orange County, CA. (The letter is in the process of being translated and will be linked when it is ready.)

AUSD Response to Buffalo, NY Shooting

The Board of Education and Superintendent have issued a statement in response to the horrific and racist mass killing that recently occurred in Buffalo, NY. As a society, we must (and will) do better. (05/20 Update: Translations Added)

May 18th - AUSD Employee Appreciation Day

The Alhambra Unified School District has declared Wednesday, May 18th as AUSD's Employee Appreciation Day. We are thankful for all of our dedicated employees! They are amazing and we are so fortunate to have them as part of our team. Please CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to download a copy of the official resolution.

Accepting May Game Changer Nominations!

CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to nominate a deserving AUSD employee for recognition. These will be the last Game Changers for the 2021-22 school year. The deadline is May 20th!

Enroll NOW for Transitional Kindergarten

Parents of FOUR-YEAR-OLDS: If your child will turn FIVE between September 2nd and February 2nd, s/he is eligible for our Transitional Kindergarten Program! Please share this information with friends/neighbors who have four-year-olds to make sure they are aware! CLICK ON THE HEADLINE for more information and/or to enroll.

Latest TikTok Challenge Warning

Please CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to access a copy of the Superintendent's letter regarding the latest, potentially dangerous, TikTok Challenge. (02-27 Update: Translations Added)

Registration for AUSD Adventures (ASES) is NOW OPEN!

Parents can register through the Parent Portal for ALL TK-8 AUSD students (including those at Brightwood). CLICK ON THE HEADLINE for more information or to register.

2022-2023 Student Calendar

At the February 22nd Board of Education meeting, the student calendar for next year was approved. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to download a copy.

INDOOR Masking Policy Reminder

Effective March 11th at 11:59pm, indoor masking at schools is strongly recommended, but NO LONGER REQUIRED. Please speak with your child about this upcoming change and remind him/her about respecting the choices of other students. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to read the March 11th DPH Media Release of the revised TK-12 school guidance.

Resources about Ukraine

Please CLICK ON THE HEADLING to download a letter from Superintendent Jaramillo regarding the attack on Ukraine, including resources to help parents support their children's questions and concerns. (03/09/22: Translations have been added.)

Beginning March 14th, Volunteers Can Return to Campus

We are excited to welcome volunteers back to our school campuses, beginning Monday, March 14th. Volunteers must follow all pre-pandemic requirements, be fully vaccinated, and adhere to all DPH guidelines. (CLICK ON HEADLINE for a list of requirements.) Please contact your child's school o for more information and/or to verify if you are currently cleared to volunteer.

Updated Masking Policies - Effective March 14, 2022

The AUSD indoor masking policy will be updated, effective Friday, March 11th at 11:59pm. Beginning, MONDAY, MARCH 14TH, indoor masking will be strongly recommended, but not required. CLICK THE HEADLINE to download a copy of the letter that was sent home to parents informing them of these changes. (03/02/22: Updated with translations)

Board of Education Resolutions - February 22, 2022

At the February 22nd Board of Education meeting, the Board adopted resolutions for African American/Black History Month & National PTA Founders Day. Please CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to download copies of the final signed resolutions.

LA County DPH Updated Orders - NO CHANGES to Schools

You may have heard that the LA County Department of Public Health (DPH) will be modifying their health order in SOME establishments for indoor masking, beginning Friday, February 25th. Please be aware that these changes DO NOT AFFECT INDOOR MASKING AT SCHOOLS. We will notify you if there are changes to the masking requirements on school campuses. To read the entire DPH news release, please CLICK ON THE HEADLINE.

OUTDOOR Masking Update - February 16, 2022

In accordance with updated Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (DPH) guidance, masks will NO LONGER BE REQUIRED OUTDOORS at TK-12 schools, effective tomorrow, Wednesday, February 16th (but they are still recommended).

INDOOR masking requirements REMAIN in place, but California DPH will reassess on February 28th and LA County DPH will follow up soon after.

For more information, please CLICK ON THE HEADLINE.

(We will share any additional updates as they are announced.)

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