Superintendent Community Update

Dear JUHSD Community,

Next week will bring the beginning of September! As we enter this new month, the energy and possibilities for the school year are evident across our District. The strength of our educational community plays a crucial role in the success of our students and the district as a whole, and I want to extend my gratitude to each of you for fostering this supportive environment!

Last week, we kicked off the Back to School Night events at Jefferson and continued at Westmoor and Terra Nova this week. It was wonderful to see the engaging presentations, explore the classrooms, and observe the vibrant interactions between our dedicated staff, students, and their families. The positive and nurturing atmosphere within our schools is inspiring, and I’m looking forward to visiting our other campuses for their Back to School Night events in the coming weeks.

As we head into the Labor Day weekend, I encourage everyone to take a moment to relax, recharge, and enjoy some well-deserved time off!

Remember that my door is always open, and I am here to support you.

Warm regards,

Toni Presta

Superintendent

@superintendent_tonipresta

In observance of the Labor Day Holiday all JUHSD sites will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2024

Oceana, Thornton, and the Adult Transition Program will be hosting their Back to School Nights in September, Mark you calendars!

Don't miss this chance to meet your student's teachers and staff, along with collecting information on school programs, schedules, upcoming events, and more! To find your student's Back to School Night info, please click on their school's name:

Oceana High School

Thornton High School

The evening kicked off with a fantastic performance by the Terra Nova Band, followed by Principal Carey sharing highlights of TN’s incredible programs, athletics, and academics.

In front of the gym, the Terra Nova Boosters, Terra Nova Educational Foundation, and PTA set up informative tables, ensuring families could connect and learn more about the Terra Nova community. The night was filled with energy and enthusiasm, and classroom presentations further showcased the excellence that Terra Nova offers.

Superintendent Presta and Associate Superintendent Basuino attended Westmoor High School’s Back to School Night! Principal Dr. McAlister kicked off the evening with an inspiring message about striving for excellence. Attendees had the chance to explore Counseling and Wellness informational tables and attend engaging classroom presentations. It was a fantastic opportunity to start the school year strong!

Congratulations to Ryan Chou, Westmoor High School and Bethany Zhao, Oceana High School for being appointed to San Mateo County’s Youth Commission for 2024-25. The Youth Commission strives to address issues affecting youth in San Mateo County and close the gap between adult and youth perspectives. The Youth Commission increases awareness of and advocates for youth issues, advises the Board of Supervisors, presents policy recommendations, and creates projects that serve the community.

We wish to inform you that the Jefferson Union High School District will administer the PSAT/NMSQT for interested 11th grade students and the SAT for 12th-grade students at your school sites. You will receive information directly from your school regarding testing dates.

Transition Services is a coordinated set of activities for a student, based on individual student’s needs, preferences, and interests, that promotes movement from school to post-school activities program for students in Special Education ages 16-22. It is designed to promote career awareness and exploration while students complete their secondary education program.

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• Hats off to Art - Win a $500 Serramonte Shopping Spree - Due September 30th
• The Gates Scholarship Due September 15th
• Youth Creating Change - Youth Council Application Due September 16th
• Soluna App - Mental Health Coaching
• Oportunidad de grupo focal: IDD-TRANSFORM en Español

• BRAIN Foundation 5k, 10k run 9/15 at 8:30 am
  
• Contribute Effectively to Your Youth’s Transition to Adulthood Plan 9/11 at 6:30 pm
• Panel Discussion with Postsecondary Education Options 9/18 at 6:30 pm
• Fostering Self-Advocacy Before, During, After Transition to Adulthood 9/24 at 6:30 pm
• Driver to Passenger: Parents Role Shifts with Transition to Adulthood 9/25 at 6:30 pm
• Disability Resource Fair 9/22 11 - 2 pm in Fremont
• Neurodevelopmental Research Survey for Youth and parents of 13 - 24 years
• Overview of Special Education Services, IEP Process, Section 504, and Due Process -- Conceptos básicos de los servicios de educación especial, proceso del IEP, sección 504 y debido proceso 9/9 at 4 pm