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Hazel HEART Telehealth Mental Health Services is now available.
Alhambra Unified School District is excited to announce our partnership with Hazel Health to provide HAZEL HEART telehealth mental health services for AUSD students. Telehealth mental health services are available AT HOME for any AUSD student. (At school services are forthcoming.) Parents can reach out directly to Hazel to sign the e-consent and to arrange for services for your child. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to get more information and/or sign up.
Congratulations to the May 2023 AUSD Game Changers
Congratulations to our MAY Game Changers (and the final ones for the 2022-23 school year): MaryFang (Classified Noon Duty Assistant at Northrup School) and Kimberly Morinaka (Instructional Specialist with Technology and Informational Services) We're happy to celebrate these two outstanding AUSD employees at the May 23rd Board Meeting!
Cafeteria Menus
Please CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to access the school cafeteria menus.
AUSD Game Changer nominations are now being accepted!
Our Game Changer employee recognition program will continue this year!
CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to award a deserving AUSD employee a "Beyond the Call of Duty" or "Spotlight" badge. Game Changers are selected each month from these employees.
CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to award a deserving AUSD employee a "Beyond the Call of Duty" or "Spotlight" badge. Game Changers are selected each month from these employees.
New Student Registration is OPEN!
We are now accepting new student registration for the 2023-24 school year, as well as permit applications. We also continue to accept applications for our Mandarin and Spanish Dual Language Immersion Programs. Please CLICK ON THE HEADLINE for more information or to begin the registration process.
Information about Advancing Alhambra Project
At the August 16th Board of Education meeting, the City of Alhambra presented: "Overview of the Interchange Improvement Concepts under consideration by the City of Alhambra as part of the City's 710 Mobility Improvement Projects." Community members who are interested in learning more about these projects (including the potential impact on Fremont Avenue and the surrounding areas - including Fremont School) should CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to access the Advancing Alhambra website for information and updates.
Alhambra USD Named San Gabriel Valley's FAVORITE SCHOOL DISTRICT
AUSD is grateful to the readers and advertisers ofthe Pasadena Star-News, San Gabriel Valley Tribune, and Whittier Daily News for voting us as the San Gabriel Valley's FAVORITE SCHOOL DISTRICT! This recognition is especially meaningful as we have watched with pride as our entire school community (staff, students, families, and local organizations) worked together to thrive during a time of unprecedented challenges. Please CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to see all of this year's Readers Choice Awardees.
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.
Welcome Back, AUSD -- TRANSLATIONS NOW AVAILBLE!
Welcome to the 2022-2023 school year! Please CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to download Superintendent Jaramillo's a welcome back letter to families. The letter includes updates for the 2022-23 school year, including our current COVID-19 protocols and procedures. We are excited to welcome our students back to our campuses next Tuesday, August 9th! (UPDATED 08/03: Linked letter now includes Chinese, Spanish, and Vietnamese translations)
School Safety Town Hall
Thank you to those of you who joined us at the August 4th Virtual Town Hall. Please CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to access a copy of the presentation slides. For more information about Gateway to Success, please visit: https://sites.google.com/ausd.us/gatewaytosuccess when it is ready.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR FREE MEAL SERVICES
Please CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to download a larger version of the graphic that contains important information/clarification regarding free meals for students at Mark Keppel High School, along with Brightwood, Fremont, Emery Park, Monterey Highlands, and Repetto Elementary Schools.
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.
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.)
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.
Upcoming Events
Community Event: City of Alhambra Memorial Day Ceremony
Time: 10 AM – 12 PM
Location: Alhambra Park, 500 N Palm Ave, Alhambra, CA 91801, USA
Community Event: ATA Food Pantry
Time: 9 AM – 12 PM
Location: Alhambra Teachers Association, 3030 W Main St, Alhambra, CA 91801, USA
Community Event: Third Annual San Gabriel Valley Pride Parade & Festival
Time: 8:30 AM – 12 PM
Location: Barnes Park, 350 S Mc Pherrin Ave, Monterey Park, CA 91754, USA
Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) Meeting
Time: 6:45 PM – 8 PM
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