Santa Ana Unified School District 2020-2021 School Year to Begin on Monday, August 17th, 2020

Earlier this month, the District announced that it would pivot entirely to a remote learning model to start the school year out of concern for the safety of students, staff and the overall school community. The District will continue to work with the community to ensure that all students have access to the technology they need to continue learning at home safely.

Free COVID-19 testing: Tuesday, July 28th, 2020 at Valley High School

SAUSD in partnership with Latino Health Access, CARE Ambulance, the OC Health Care Agency, and other organizations are offering another free COVID-19 testing opportunity. The free testing will take place on Tuesday, July 28, 2020 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Santa Ana Valley High School, located at 1801 S. Greenville St. By appointment only. Please visit https://oc.fulgentgenetics.com/ to register.

Press Release: Santa Ana Unified School District to start school year entirely via distance learning

Santa Ana Unified School District will pivot entirely to distance learning to start the upcoming school year out of concern for the safety and well being of the entire school community. This decision comes as the number of COVID-19 cases throughout Santa Ana, and across California and the rest of the country continues to climb at an alarming rate. Thus, a full distance learning model is the safest option for SAUSD students, parents, and staff.

Garfield Parent Survey - Resuming Instruction in 2020-2021

Have a Great Summer! We're looking forward to seeing everyone back for the first day of school on Monday, August 10th, 2020. Stay well and be safe!

SAUSD Board of Education Approves Comprehensive Plan for Safely Resuming Instruction for 2020-21 School Year

The plan includes provisions for in-person instruction, virtual learning, and hybrid models, and is designed to prioritize the safety and well-being of students and staff.

** Video (5/28/20): Update from Santa Ana Unified School District Superintendent Jerry Almendarez

Superintendent Jerry Almendarez has recorded a new message for the community about how SAUSD is preparing for the start of the new school year on Aug. 10, 2020 in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Please click to watch.

SURVEY FOR RE-OPENING OF SCHOOL IN FALL OF 2020

Santa Ana Unified School District is seeking feedback from parents regarding the re-opening of school in Fall 2020. Please click here to provide your input on a range of topics, including class sizes, staggered schedules, full-time virtual learning and more.

Santa Ana Unified School District Renews Commitment to Providing Free and Healthy Meals to Children with Launch of Summer Meal Service On May 29th, 2020.

With the current school year ending on May 28, 2020, SAUSD is continuing to provide for the nutritional needs of local children by hosting its free summer meal program from May 29 to July 31, 2020

SSC Meeting, Wednesday May 27 at 2:00

** 5/4/20 Message from Superintendent Almendarez to Santa Ana Unified School District Community Regarding Confirmed COVID-19 Case.

SAUSD Launches ‘Chromebook Exchange Thursdays’ to Service Students’ Broken Devices

SAUSD Launches ‘Chromebook Exchange Thursdays’ to Service Students’ Broken Devices Chromebook Exchange/Repair Thursdays will be held by appointment only on Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 12 noon at the District Office, 1601 E. Chestnut Ave. Call for an appointment.

4/22/20 Santa Ana Unified School District Superintendent Jerry Almendarez Records COVID-19 Video Update for Community

Superintendent Almendarez has recorded a new message for the SAUSD community regarding temporary campus closures, grading, graduations and more.

Meal Service Extended through May 28, 2020.

Meals will continue to be served from 11 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at the following 13 locations, while supplies last. Student I.D. numbers are required for enrolled students; I.D. numbers from non-SAUSD institutions will also be accepted. A student's first and last name may be used in place of an I.D. number

4/20/20 Santa Ana Unified School District Launches 'SAUSD Helpline' to Address Community Questions During Temporary Campus Closures

SAUSD is launching an 'SAUSD Helpline' to assist the community with general questions during this time of temporary campus closures regarding resources, enrollment, mental health services, enrichment packets and more.

4/17/20 Letter to Garfield Families From District Superintendent

SAUSD Community Resources Newsletter: Week of April 17, 2020

The SAUSD Family and Community Engagement (FACE) team has created a new Community Resources newsletter for the Week of April 17, 2020 covering help hotlines, domestic violence resources, educational resources and more. To read it, click here.

4/16/20: SAUSD COVID-19 Temporary School Closure Update Newsletter

A special COVID-19 update edition of the SAUSD eBlast is out. In it, you can find information on free meals, virtual enrichment classes, assistance hotlines and more.

4/15/20 School Closure Update from SAUSD Superintendent Jerry Almendarez

Important update by Santa Ana Unified School District Superintendent Jerry Almendarez regarding cancellation of on-campus instruction through May 28, 2020, the end of the 2019-20 academic year. Click here to read his message in English and Spanish.

3/31/20 Important Update from SAUSD Superintendent Jerry Almendarez Regarding Meal Service

Important update by Santa Ana Unified School District Superintendent Jerry Almendarez regarding new meal service changes that are being made to improve traffic flow & social distancing at pick up sites. Watch the video in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese.