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Message from Superintendent Jerry Almendarez: SAUSD Stands with Our Community

At SAUSD, our commitment to serving students and families knows no bounds. Our schools are safe havens for everyone, regardless of immigration status. We provide vital resources such as mental health services, legal assistance, and educational opportunities to ensure our campuses remain safe, inclusive, and welcoming spaces for learning and growth. Click here to learn more about SAUSD's unwavering support for our community—today, tomorrow, and always.

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Agenda for the Santa Ana Unified School District Special Board of Education Meeting - January 14, 2025

Click here to access the agenda, learn how to submit a request to address the Board of Education and watch the meeting live.

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Learn More About Spring 2025 CAASPP and ELPAC Testing

In SAUSD, there are many ways that we measure a child’s learning. Teachers use report card grades, classroom work, teacher observations, and end-of-year statewide test results to get a complete picture of students’ learning. For the 2025 spring administration of the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) and the Summative English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC), students will continue to take their assigned tests in-person. Click here for important information regarding these assessments.

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Passing of Former SAUSD Superintendent Dr. Al Mijares

It is with deep sadness that we at Santa Ana Unified School District (SAUSD) share the passing of Dr. Al Mijares, a visionary leader who served as our superintendent for more than 11 years (1994-2006). Dr. Mijares was a champion for education, dedicating his life to fostering academic achievement and student well-being across diverse communities, including Santa Ana. His leadership, compassion, and commitment to students have left an indelible mark on our district and beyond. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones during this difficult time. Dr. Mijares’ enduring legacy of kindness, integrity, and service will continue to inspire the SAUSD community for generations to come.

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SAUSD's 2025 Classified School Employees of the Year Have Been Announced!

On Jan. 8, 2025, SAUSD Board of Education Clerk Valerie Magdaleno, Deputy Superintendent Dr. Lorraine Perez, and other district leaders surprised five exceptional staff members with balloon bouquets and recognition as the 2025 Classified School Employees of the Year. The honorees—Rocio Dominguez, Catalina (Cathy) Herrera, Juan Contreras, Jr., Elia Guillen, and Hector Peña — were celebrated for their outstanding service and dedication to students and the community. They will be formally honored at a Board of Education meeting in May, with their names submitted for the county-level awards. Read more about their inspiring contributions!

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