ELPAC Testing for TK-5th Grade English Learners will take place from March 31 - April 4.

Please mark your calendars! (ELPAC) is a state-required test used to measure the English language proficiency of students whose primary language is not English.

SAUSD Spring Break - No School, April 7 - April 11| School will Resume on Monday, April 14th. 2025

We wish all our Garfield families a restful and enjoyable spring break!

Exciting News! Enrollment is Now OPEN for the Engage 360 Fall 2025-2026 After School Program (Registration: MARCH 24 - APRIL 4 ) |¡Buenas noticias! ¡Ya están abiertas las inscripciones para el programa extraescolar Engage 360 ​​Otoño 2025-2026!

We encourage all interested families to sign up early to guarantee a spot in this great program. Click here for detailed information.

Reminder: Friday, March 28th is a Modified Day |Recodatorio: el viernes 28 de marzo es un dÍa modificado

Parents and guardians, please make sure to pick up your child(ren) on time.

Save the Date: Garfield School Open House on Thursday, March 27th, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Open House is a great opportunity for parents/guardians to visit classrooms, and see all the work students have done! We hope you'll join us!

Save the Dates! Garfield Scholastic Book Fair – March 24-28, 2025

Please mark your calendars for our upcoming Book Fair!

Save the Date! | Parent-Teacher Conference Week – Modified Days March 10-14| ¡Reserva la fecha! | Semana de conferencias de padres y maestros: días modificados del 10 al 14 de marzo

We encourage all parents to attend, as it is a special opportunity to receive individual feedback on your child.

Read Across America Week at Garfield! | March 3-7

Enjoy a fun Spirit Week with daily dress-up themes March 3-7!

Daylight Savings Time Begins Sunday, March 9th, 2025

Remember to set your clocks forward one hour at 2:00 am on Sunday. You may lose an hour of sleep, but you'll gain an hour of daylight in the evening.

Learn More About Spring 2025 California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) and Summative English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC) | | Obtenga más información sobre la primavera de 2025 (CAASPP) y (ELPAC)

For the 2025 Spring administration of the CAASPP and the ELPAC, SAUSD students will continue to take their assigned tests in-person. Click here for important information regarding these tests and link to the practice test.

SAUSD DAC/DELAC Parent Meeting at the District Office, Monday, February 24 @ 9:00-11:00am | Reunión de padres de SAUSD DAC/DELAC en la oficina del distrito, lunes 24 de febrero de 9:00 a 11:00 a. m.

Celebrating National School Counseling Week, Feruary 3-7, 2025

We will celebrate for National School Counseling Week! Join us each day to recognize the amazing support they provide to our students, families, and staff.

The 2025-2026 SCHOOL OF CHOICE (Open Enrollment) Window began on Nov. 13th, 2024 and will close on Feb. 28th, 2025 |El período de ESCUELA DE ELECCIÓN (Inscripción abierta) 2025-2026 comenzó el 13 de noviembre de 2024 y cerrará el 28 de febrero de 2025

Reminder: Parents, take action now if you plan to consider this option for your child!

Santa Ana USD Prepares Staff for ICE Agent Encounters on Campus

SAUSD has created a training tutorial to help staff understand the proper procedures if ICE officers arrive on campus. District officials acknowledge that students and parents are concerned due to recent immigration policy changes and aim to ensure a safe and supportive environment for all.

Boca de Oro Festival 2025 – This Saturday, March 1st in Downtown Santa Ana from 2 PM to 10 PM for a Day of Art, Culture, and Creativity!

Experience the Magic of Boca de Oro! More than an arts festival, it’s a lively celebration of culture, creativity, and community. Free & family-friendly—come join the fun!

Lincoln's Day Holiday - No School, Monday, February 10th, 2025

No school in observance of President's Day.

Washington's Day Holiday - No School, Monday, February 17th, 2025

No school in observance of President's Day.

SAUSD Student Free Day (K-12), Friday, February 21st, 2025

Please mark your calendars!

SAUSD Elementary Breakfast & Lunch Menus for the Month of February 2025

Martin Luther King Jr. Day - Holiday, Monday, January 20th, 2025

Martin Luther King Day is a federal holiday to celebrates the life and achievements of Martin Luther King Jr.