Cambrian Superintendent Update

Here in the Cambrian School District, we are so grateful for the support we receive from families like you, and the broader community. Being that today is Election Day, I wanted to share a bit of information with you that you may find helpful.

Look for Measure BB on your ballot today.

Measure BB is the continuation (with no changes) of Measure H, a parcel tax of $94.24 per-parcel/year approved by Cambrian School District voters in June 2018, which supports Transitional Kindergarten through eighth grade students by attracting and retaining quality teachers, continuing core programs in math, science, engineering, technology, reading, music and the arts. Maintaining class sizes and providing physical education programs that promote student health and fitness.

The resources gained from Measure BB include our ability to attract and retain highly qualified teachers and support staff who specialize in technology, as well as continuing funding for advanced and core programs in math, science, engineering and technology. Our mission is to support funding for advanced and core programs in reading, music and the arts and maintain manageable class sizes, and Measure BB helps make this possible. The funding will also provide ongoing training and skills development for teachers and staff and continue funding for physical education programs that promote student health and fitness.

A few Taxpayer Protections for Measure BB:

• All Measure BB funds stay local to support CSD instructional programs

• The State cannot take Measure BB funding away.

• No funds are allowed for administrators' salaries or pensions.

• Mandatory annual audits ensure the funds are used as promised.

• An exemption from the tax is available for senior property owners 65 years and older.

For find more information about Measure BB, visit our website at: www.cambriansd.org Thank you for your continued support of our students and staff here in the Cambrian School District.

Sincerely,

KRISTI SCHWIEBERT

Superintendent

Cambrian School District

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November 13th is World Kindness Day, a reminder to be kind to each other, ourselves, and our world. Acts of kindness, no matter how small, create a ripple effect of positivity and community.

Here’s how you can celebrate:

• Share your pledge to acts of kindness on social media with #worldkindnessday and #makekindnessthenorm.

• Visit the Random Acts of Kindness Foundation for ideas to incorporate more kindness into your life.

• Take a moment to care for your well-being. If you or someone you know needs support, Care Solace is here to help.

Cambrian School District provides complimentary, confidential coordination services through Care Solace to match you with the right mental health or substance use provider:

• Call: 888-515-0595 (Available 24/7/365 with multilingual support)

• Visit: caresolace.com/csd to search or click “Book Appointment.”

Let’s take a moment to text an old friend, treat someone (or ourselves) to a cup of coffee, and be a supportive ear as we close out the year.

The next meeting of the Cambrian School Board will be held Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024 at 7 p.m. Meetings are held in person at the Professional Development Center located at 4115 Jacksol Drive, San Jose, CA 95124 in Building 7, and can be viewed online as well. Agenda and login information will be available the week of the Nov. 7th meeting. The meeting is open to the public.