AUSD CONNECTION
NEWS FROM ALHAMBRA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Dear AUSD Community,
This time of year is always an exciting time for us as it brings about a season of celebrations around the District. From recent gatherings to upcoming events, our schools and organizations continue to shine with celebrations that honor our students' accomplishments and recognize the dedication of our valued partners.
The last few weeks have been filled with Lunar New Year performances and festivities around AUSD, culminating in the Asian American Association’s (AAA) annual dinner last Friday evening. We enjoyed a sumptuous 10-course dinner and talented lion dancers while honoring three outstanding scholarship recipients (Alton Zhang, AHS; Eva Wong, MKHS; and Vivian Nguyen, SGHS), who were each awarded $1,000 to pursue their educational endeavors. (Please scroll further down to see some highlights of the joyous event, filled with laughter, delicious food, and rich cultural traditions.)
Next Friday, our PTAs celebrate almost 80 Honorary Service Award (HSA) recipients at their annual dinner. PTAs are essential to the success of our schools, and we look forward to joining PTA in expressing gratitude to the support and commitment of individuals who truly make a difference in the lives of our students. I am thrilled to announce that both Repetto School and Granada School are in the final stages of organizing new PTA units. By the end of this school year, ALL AUSD schools will have an active PTA - an accomplishment of which we are extremely proud! Thank you to the parents who are volunteering to serve in leadership roles in these reactivated PTAs, and to everyone who worked so hard to make this happen. We are looking forward to having these two schools join us in celebrating their own HSAs next year!
Before you know it, the Alhambra Latino Association's (ALA) Scholarship Dinner & Dance will be upon us, offering yet another chance to celebrate our diversity and unity as a community. This festive event will not only be a celebration of culture but also of the achievements of another group of outstanding AUSD young scholars. Save the date (May 3rd) and we will share more information as it becomes available.
Events put on by our partner organizations raise funds to provide scholarships to our students and/or provide support for site/district programs and activities. Throughout these gatherings, we honor not only our students' achievements but also the invaluable contributions of our partners who work tirelessly to enrich the educational experience of every child in our district. Their dedication and collaboration are a testament to the strength of our collective spirit, and are key reasons AUSD continues to thrive and succeed.
As we come together in celebration, let us cherish these moments of joy and camaraderie. Together, we will continue to foster an inclusive and supportive environment where every student can flourish and reach their full potential. Thank you for your ongoing support and participation in our community's festivities. I look forward to seeing you at these upcoming events and continuing to celebrate the incredible achievements of our students and partners.
Warmest regards,
Denise R. Jaramillo, Ed.D.
Superintendent
2024-25 Dual Language Immersion Program
We are accepting applications for the 2024-25 TK-8th grade Spanish and Mandarin Dual Language Immersion programs.
This is your opportunity to give your child the gift of bilingualism and give them an advantage in the world.
Access detailed information on the AUSD website HERE and/or watch an informational video HERE.
AUSD College & Career Workshop
All 9th - 12th grade families are invited to attend our College & Career Workshops.
Our next presentation will be on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 from 7:00pm - 8:00pm.
Click HERE to register. Find out about Dual Enrollment and College Promise.
STEM News
Each month the AUSD STEM teachers for the primary grades put out a monthly newsletter highlighting each school's STEM projects.
Click HERE or on the flyer to view our February Newsletter.
LCAP Parent Advisory Committee Meeting - In Person
Please join us Monday, March 18th at 6:45pm for the next Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) meeting IN-PERSON! This meeting will be an interactive opportunity for you to provide input and feedback on the 2024-2025 LCAP Plan. Click HERE or on the flyer for details.
Educational Technology Resource Site
We are excited to share our updated Support Site for AUSD families. The site is filled with educational technology resources for all grade levels. You will also find information related to our 1:1 student device program. We believe that by empowering our students with the right technological resources and support, we are setting the foundation for a more engaging, effective, and inclusive learning environment.
Caregiver Education Webinar Series 3: "Don't Blow It"
The Community Empowerment Team from AUSD’s Student Support Services Division would like to invite you to our last webinar of the Caregiver Education Webinar Series, "Don't Blow It" that will take place Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. via zoom and cover content related to 9-12th grade. To register, click HERE. For more information, visit: www.ausd.us/gateway. We hope to see you there!
Family STEAM Night - March 6th
(Note for parents/caregivers of grade 5: We are aware the Puberty Talk Parent Night is occurring the same evening. It will be streaming at Family STEAM night, so your family can attend both!)
PACES: Parent and Caregiver Empowerment Summit
SAVE THE DATE! Please join the SSS division for this special day of workshops that aim to empower parents and caregivers as they support the overall well-being of our children.
Join us on Saturday, May 4th from 8:30am-12:00pm at San Gabriel High School 801 S. Ramona St., San Gabriel. For more information or to register, please click HERE.
Community Schools News
The eligibility threshold for Community Schools has been updated, and we have four additional schools that may qualify for funding.
The District will be submitting applications on behalf of Alhambra High School and Emery Park, Fremont, and Garfield Elementary Schools. We will update you when we hear back from the State! 🤞
Change to Permit Application Process
We are temporarily reverting back to paper applications for the permit process. Parents who are interested in applying for a permit for their child should click HERE to go to the Permits page of the AUSD website to download a fillable PDF application and/or to get more information. Once the application is complete, parents will need to email it (along with the required documentation) to transferpermit@ausd.us. Thank you for your patience as we change over to a new online permit system.
On Saturday, Alhambra High School FBLA competed at Westlake High School for their Section Competition, with multiple AHS students placing in the Top 10 of their events. Congratulations to our AHS students on your wins and thank you for all of your hard work. Also, thank you to advisor Susan Andia for all her hard work and guidance with FBLA.
On February 6th, Monterey Park police officers Araceli Munoz, Daiv Castellano and Kyrene Beltran visited Ynez School third grade students to give presentations on street and bike safety. The officers distributed reflective bracelets and helmets, and students learned how to crossing the street safely & how to be safe when using their bicycles and scooters. Thank you, City of Monterey Park!
Congratulations to the latest group of Alhambra Unified School District GLAD (Guided Language Acquisition Design) graduates from February 9th. We are excited to see these teachers put their new training into action.
Page-To-Stage is a long-standing partnership project between MKHS and Brightwood School. Each year, Brightwood fourth-grade students write original stories. Then, MKHS Advanced Drama students, under the guidance of Ms. Page Phillips create vignettes based on those stories. The high school students write, stage, and rehearse these short plays, which are set to original pieces of music composed by orchestra students (under the direction of Mr. Justin Lee). Congratulations to this year's selected Brightwood fourth-grade authors: Samuel Lam, Josephine Lee & Joshua Lee!
Congratulations to Ms. Lindsay Gilbert, principal of Northrup School. Ms. Gilbert was named AUSD’s latest recipient of the "Excellence in Leadership" award for all the hard work, dedication, and leadership she demonstrates daily with the students, families, and staff members of Northrup School. Fun Fact: Did you know...Ms. Gilbert's mother, Marsha Gilbert was also principal of Northup, and Ms. Gilbert actually spent time in the principal's office...in her baby carrier.
Congratulations to these Alhambra High School students who excelled at the recent SkillsUSA Regional Competition. Julian Corona received GOLD in Medical Terminology and Jadin Kennedy placed 9th in Medical Math. Thank you to Lisa Lau (Academy Lead for the Academy of Health Sciences) for sharing the news with us.
On Friday, February 15th, Brightwood students enjoyed a STEM (Science-Technology-Engineering-Mathematics) Fair, courtesy of JPL (Jet Propulsion Laboratory) and Mr. Michael Hillman, sixth grade science teacher. The students visited two booths hosted by JPL which included a model rover, while Mr. Hillman and his students ran a penny boat demonstration and competition.
The community is invited to support Brightwood School as they present their enchanting production of Into the Woods Jr. (music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim). Mark your calendars for April 25th & 26th at 6:00pm to witness the magic unfold on stage. This performance promises to be a treat for all ages. Tickets are available at the door for just $2, so don't miss out on this opportunity to experience the talent and creativity of Brightwood's young performers.
Los Amigos De Fremont & the Fremont PTA have partnered together to bring 123 Andres (Andres Salguero and Christina Sanabriato) for lively and interactive performances in both English and Spanish. The return visit of the Grammy-winning musicians 123 Andres to Fremont School was on Friday, February 23rd. They also spoke about their instruments and different rhythms of music.
We are excited to announce that voting for Southern California News Group's 2024 Readers Choice Awards is now OPEN! Vote for your child's school, Alhambra Unified School District, and/or the Alhambra Educational Foundation by March 17th at 11:59pm. Vote at: https://sgvn.bestinvoting.com.
Save the Date!
The Annual PTA Founders Day Awards Dinner and Silent Auction is happening in just ONE WEEK. This year's Founders Day Awards Dinner and Silent Auction will be held on March 8, 2024 at the Hilton Los Angeles/San Gabriel Hotel. Tickets are $60.00 per person. Contact your school's PTA to purchase your tickets to this event. Please join us!
Congratulations to all the 2024 award recipients! Please visit @AlhambraUSD on Facebook and Instagram, where we have spotlighted all of this year's the honorees.
Attention AUSD Artists! Submit your artwork for possible recognition by Congresswoman Judy Chu’s office for this year's Congressional Art Competition: "ARTISTIC DISCOVERY". Scholarship prizes will be awarded to the TOP 5 winners, and the first prize winner will receive a trip to Washington, D.C. and have their work displayed in the U.S. Capitol. Click HERE for more information, including rules and regulations (or contact Maile Plan at 626-304-2124 or maile.plan@mail.house.gov). Submissions are due March 8, 2024 - just ONE WEEK AWAY!
Alhambra Educational Foundation (AEF)
Alhambra Latino Association (ALA)
Asian American Association (AAA)
Adopt-A-Camper Program - PLEASE DONATE!
Alhambra Unified School District is partnering with AEF to launch the Adopt-A-Camper program. Every AUSD sixth grader will be given the opportunity to go to science camp this spring, starting on March 11th. PLEASE help AUSD/AEF fund this new annual tradition by making a donation through AEF.
Use this LINK to donate. Thank you in advance for your generosity. More information is available from Superintendent Dr. Jaramillo's letter that was sent home on February 7th (linked below).
ALA Scholarship
The Alhambra Latino Association (ALA) 2024 Scholarship Applications are now available!
AUSD seniors will have from December through March 15, 2024 to submit their application packets. Click HERE to apply
Save the Date!
Please join the Alhambra Latino Association at their Scholarship Awards Dinner & Dance. This year ALA will be honoring Assistant Superintendent Janet Lees and AUSD High School Scholarship Recipients. The dinner & dance will be held on Friday, May 3, 2024 at 5:30pm at Almansor Court in Alhambra. More information will be provided in future newsletters.
AHS Theater Boosters and Thespians present: Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID. Performance dates and times are Fridays, April 19th & 27th at 6:30pm and Saturdays, April 20th, & 27th at 6:30pm and Saturday, April 27th at 11:00am.
Ticket prices are $20 adults and $15 students/child. To purchase tickets online, please go to: alhambratheaterboosters.ludus.com.
MKHS Theatre Company is proud to announce its spring musical: MEAN GIRLS. Performance dates are Fridays, March 8th & 15th at 7:00pm and Saturdays, March 9th & 16th at 2:00pm.
Tickets are $15 online and presale from the Student Bank or $20 at the door. To purchase tickets online, please go to: mkhs.myschoolcentral.com.
SGHS Theater presents it's spring musical: IN THE HEIGHTS. Performance dates and times are Fridays, April 12th & April 19th at 6:30pm, Saturdays, April 13th & April 19th at 2:00pm and Wednesday, April 17th at 4:00pm.
Join them on Saturday, April 13th for their Barrio Block Party at 12:00pm and the PAY-WHAT-YOU-CAN Performance at 2:00pm.
Ticket prices are $15 general and $10 students. To purchase tickets online, please go to: sghsdrama.ludus.com.
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