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Dear OUSD Families and Staff,
Orange Unified is committed to providing safe, secure, and peaceful schools where our students and staff have the opportunity to learn and grow. Recent changes in federal policy and ongoing discussions about possible immigration enforcement at schools are creating anxiety for many of our mixed-status families and those who care about them. We want to assure our community that we are committed to protecting the legal rights of all students and ensuring that our campuses remain the welcoming and inclusive places our students are entitled to.
In alignment with established law, Board Policies 5145.13 and 5145.3, and guidance from the California State Attorney General (view guidance here), we have developed clear protocols for our school leaders and staff to follow should immigration authorities request access to our schools or student records. Please reach out to your school’s principal if you have any questions or concerns about these protocols.
We want to take this opportunity to provide reassurance to all our families that changes in the federal administration’s policy do not take away students’ federal or state constitutional rights and protections to education. All students have a well-established legal right to education regardless of their family’s immigration status. Our charge is to educate students, and it is a duty we fulfill with honor and empathy, creating the leaders of tomorrow. Additional resources and guidance for families can be found in multiple languages at oag.ca.gov/immigrant/resources. It is truly an honor to serve all students.
Sincerely,
Michael L. Christensen
Superintendent of Schools
Orange Unified School District
Estimadas familias y personal de OUSD:
Orange Unified se compromete a proporcionar escuelas seguras y pacíficas donde nuestros estudiantes y personal tengan la oportunidad de aprender y crecer. Los recientes cambios en la política federal y las discusiones en curso sobre la posible aplicación de la ley de inmigración en las escuelas están creando ansiedad para muchas de nuestras familias de estatus mixto y aquellos que se preocupan por ellos. Queremos asegurar a nuestra comunidad que estamos comprometidos a proteger los derechos legales de todos los estudiantes y garantizar que nuestros planteles escolares sigan siendo los lugares acogedores e inclusivos a los que nuestros estudiantes tienen derecho.
En conformidad con la ley establecida, los reglamentos del Consejo Escolar 5145.13 y 5145.3, y la guía del Fiscal General del Estado de California (ver guía aquí), hemos desarrollado procedimientos claros para que nuestros líderes escolares y el personal sigan en caso de que las autoridades de inmigración soliciten acceso a nuestras escuelas o registros de los estudiantes. Por favor, póngase en contacto con el director de su escuela si tiene alguna pregunta o inquietud acerca de estos protocolos.
Queremos aprovechar esta oportunidad para tranquilizar a todas nuestras familias en el sentido de que los cambios en la política de la administración federal no quitan a los estudiantes sus derechos y protecciones constitucionales federales o estatales a la educación. Todos los estudiantes tienen un derecho legal bien establecido a la educación, independientemente del estatus migratorio de su familia. Nuestro deber es educar a los estudiantes, y lo cumplimos con honor y empatía, creando los líderes del mañana. Recursos adicionales y orientación para las familias se pueden encontrar en varios idiomas en oag.ca.gov/immigrant/resources. Es un verdadero honor servir a todos los estudiantes.
Atentamente,
Michael L. Christensen
Superintendente de Escuelas
Orange Unified School District
In this month's newsletter, a message from Superintendent Christensen, an update on Measure S including videos on El Modena and Villa Park, a notice of vacancy for the Measure S Citizens' Oversight Committee, and highlights of the OHS Community Showcase. To read more, go to https://secure.smore.com/n/k54hm.
En el boletín de este mes, un mensaje del Superintendente Christensen, una actualización sobre la Medida S que incluye videos sobre El Modena y Villa Park, un aviso de vacante para el Comité de Supervisión Ciudadana de la Medida S y aspectos destacados de la Exposición Comunitaria de OHS. Para leer más, vaya a https://secure.smore.com/n/3w1kq.
In this month's newsletter, a message from Superintendent Christensen, highlights of the 2024 California School Dashboard, OUSD's Special Education Inclusive Strategic Plan Program receiving the 2024 Golden Bell Award, OUSD schools named in the U.S. News & World Report Nation's Top Schools, and much more! Go to https://secure.smore.com/n/cup6g to read all about it!
En el boletín informativo de este mes, un mensaje del Superintendente Christensen, lo más destacado del Panel Escolar de California 2024, el Programa del Plan Estratégico Inclusivo de Educación Especial de OUSD que recibió el Premio Golden Bell 2024, las escuelas de OUSD nombradas como las mejores escuelas del país en U.S. News & World Report y mucho más ! ¡Vaya a https://secure.smore.com/n/cup6g para leer todo al respecto!
The latest Orange Unified newsletter, which includes a message from Superintendent Christensen, various school honors, and upcoming events, is available online at https://secure.smore.com/n/qf2tb
El último boletín de Orange Unified, que incluye un mensaje del Superintendente Christensen, varios honores escolares y próximos eventos, está disponible en línea en https://secure.smore.com/n/375gf
The latest Orange Unified newsletter which includes end-of-year news and 2023 Graduation information, is available online at https://secure.smore.com/n/k1ea2.
El último boletín de Orange Unified, que incluye noticias de fin de año e información sobre la graduación de 2023, está disponible en línea en https://secure.smore.com/n/vctr5.
The latest Orange Unified newsletter, which includes a message from Superintendent Gonzalez, the latest Measure S video update, various school honors, and upcoming events, is available online at https://secure.smore.com/n/ugsy7.
El último boletín de Orange Unified, que incluye un mensaje del Superintendente González, la última actualización en video de la Medida Svarios honores escolares y próximos eventos, está disponible en línea en https://secure.smore.com/n/ugsy7.
The February Message from Superintendent Gonzalez is available online at https://www.smore.com/n/umqb1 and includes:
El Mensaje de febrero de Superintendente Gonzalez está disponible en línea en https://www.smore.com/n/aqh1b y incluye:
The latest message from Superintendent Gonzalez, includes our 2024 High School Showcases, student recognitions, and enrollment information, is available online at https://www.smore.com/bspzq.
El último mensaje del Superintendente González, que incluye nuestras exhibiciones de escuelas secundarias de 2024, reconocimientos de estudiantes e información de inscripción, está disponible en línea en https://www.smore.com/18bnh.
The latest Orange Unified newsletter, which includes a message from Superintendent Gonzalez, various school honors, and upcoming events, is available online at https://secure.smore.com/n/rwmbk
El último boletín de Orange Unified, que incluye un mensaje del Superintendente González, varios honores escolares y próximos eventos, está disponible en línea en https://secure.smore.com/n/zftk0
The latest Orange Unified newsletter, which includes a message from Superintendent Gonzalez, awards and recognitions, CIF athletics news and other autumn celebrations, is available online at https://www.smore.com/acm3t
El último boletín informativo del Distrito Unificado de Orange, que incluye un mensaje del Superintendente González, premios y reconocimientos, noticias deportivas de CIF y otras celebraciones de otoño., está disponible en línea en https://www.smore.com/rwd5pa.
The latest Orange Unified newsletter, which includes a message from Superintendent Gonzalez, various school honors, and upcoming events, is available online at https://www.smore.com/yeur2.
El último boletín de Orange Unified, que incluye un mensaje del Superintendente González, varios honores escolares y próximos eventos, está disponible en línea en https://www.smore.com/5z6sd.
The latest Orange Unified newsletter which includes a Measure S Phase II update and district news highlights, is available online at https://www.smore.com/6a1f9.
El último boletín informativo del Distrito Unificado de Orange que incluye una actualización de la Fase II de la Medida S y noticias destacadas del distrito, está disponible en línea en https://www.smore.com/cvhbf.
The latest Orange Unified newsletter, which includes a message from Superintendent Gonzalez, various school honors, and upcoming events, is available online at https://www.smore.com/yeur2.
El último boletín de Orange Unified, que incluye un mensaje del Superintendente González, varios honores escolares y próximos eventos, está disponible en línea en https://www.smore.com/5z6sd.
The latest Orange Unified newsletter which includes end-of-year news and 2023 Graduation information, is available online at https://www.smore.com/sp84v.
El último boletín de Orange Unified, que incluye noticias de fin de año e información sobre la graduación de 2023, está disponible en línea en https://www.smore.com/1hexw
The latest Orange Unified newsletter is available online at https://www.smore.com/g0q3y and includes:
El último boletín de Orange Unified está disponible en línea en https://www.smore.com/9bjsk y incluye:
The latest message from Orange Unified is online at https://www.smore.com/mp78a and includes information about:
El último boletín de Orange Unified está disponible en línea en https://www.smore.com/kt5yz y incluye:
The latest Orange Unified newsletter is available online https://www.smore.com/t2q3b at and includes:
El último boletín de Orange Unified está disponible en línea en https://www.smore.com/xvnq2 y incluye:
The latest Orange Unified newsletter is available online at https://www.smore.com/7p19q and includes:
El último boletín de Orange Unified está disponible en línea en https://www.smore.com/918fq y incluye:
The latest Orange Unified newsletter is available online at https://www.smore.com/n68uqr and includes:
El último boletín de Orange Unified está disponible en línea en https://www.smore.com/cy06n y incluye:
The latest Orange Unified newsletter is available online at https://www.smore.com/ej2fs and includes:
El último boletín de Orange Unified está disponible en línea en https://www.smore.com/c8e4v y incluye:
The latest message from Interim Superintendent Velasquez is available online at https://www.smore.com/6q9cp and includes:
El último mensaje del superintendente interino Velásquez está disponible en línea en https://www.smore.com/1maxt y incluye:
The latest message from Interim Superintendent Velasquez is now available online at https://www.smore.com/jsbzu.
El último mensaje del superintendente interino Velásquez está disponible en línea en https://www.smore.com/c4eka.
Dear OUSD Community,
With regard to my last message, I want to assure you that the suspension of the Sora app is a temporary solution to the issues that the Trustees and I have been made aware of regarding that specific app. In no way is it my intention to ban books or impose censorship: My goal is to ensure that our students are protected from content that is not appropriate for their age level and to give parents the ability to control what types of content their children can access.
I am actively working with staff to see if Sora or another app can ensure that students have access to grade-level appropriate content and give parents the ability for oversight.
Digital libraries are an important resource for our students. It is my sincere hope to get a digital library in place – as soon as possible – that meets the needs of our families and keeps our kids safe.
Sincerely,
Edward Velasquez
Interim Superintendent
Orange Unified School District
Estimada comunidad de OUSD,
Con respecto a mi último mensaje, quiero asegurarles que la suspensión de la aplicación Sora es una solución temporal a los problemas de los que los Fideicomisarios y yo hemos sido informados con respecto a esa aplicación específica. De ninguna manera es mi intención prohibir libros o imponer censura: Mi objetivo es asegurar que nuestros estudiantes estén protegidos del contenido que no es apropiado para su nivel de edad y dar a los padres la capacidad de controlar qué tipos de contenido sus hijos puede acceder.
Estoy trabajando activamente con el personal para ver si Sora u otra aplicación puede garantizar que los estudiantes tengan acceso a contenido apropiado para el nivel de grado y brindar a los padres la capacidad de supervisión.
Las bibliotecas digitales son un recurso importante para nuestros estudiantes. Es mi sincero deseo tener una biblioteca digital, lo mas pronto posible, que satisfaga las necesidades de nuestras familias y mantenga seguros a nuestros niños.
Atentamente,
Edward Velásquez
Superintendente Interino
Distrito Escolar Unificado de Orange
The latest message from Interim Superintendent Velasquez is available online at https://www.smore.com/ahkgy and includes:
El último mensaje del superintendente interino Velásquez está disponible en línea en https://www.smore.com/fegwh y incluye:
A letter to the OUSD community from Interim Superintendent Edward Velasquez is available online at https://www.smore.com/6su4j
Una carta a la comunidad de OUSD del superintendente interino Edward Velásquez está disponible en línea en https://www.smore.com/0mjqb
The latest message from the Superintendent is available online at https://www.smore.com/eu2n5 and includes:
El último mensaje de la Superintendente está disponible en línea en https://www.smore.com/ma2g7 y incluye:
This week’s message from the Superintendent is available online at https://www.smore.com/2p1fh and includes:
El mensaje de esta semana del la Superintendente está disponible en línea en https://www.smore.com/gkcz6 y incluye:
This week’s message from the Superintendent is available online at https://www.smore.com/1mju3 and includes:
El mensaje de esta semana del la Superintendente está disponible en línea en https://www.smore.com/brktp y incluye:
This week’s message from the Superintendent is available online at https://www.smore.com/t75j1 and includes:
El mensaje de esta semana del la Superintendente está disponible en línea en https://www.smore.com/h4j72 y incluye:
The latest message from the Superintendent is available online at https://www.smore.com/yu8vt and includes:
El último mensaje del la Superintendente queue está ahora en línea en https://www.smore.com/s8fyr y incluye:
The latest message from the Superintendent is available online at https://www.smore.com/z3sph and includes:
El último mensaje del la Superintendente queue está ahora en línea en https://www.smore.com/r5uqk y incluye:
The latest message from the Superintendent is available online at https://www.smore.com/fdhe0 and includes:
El último mensaje del la Superintendente queue está ahora en https://www.smore.com/abnfr línea en y incluye:
The latest message from the Superintendent is now online at https://www.smore.com/4gt1d and includes:
El último mensaje del la Superintendente queue está ahora en línea en https://www.smore.com/fn35sp y incluye:
The latest message from the Superintendent is now online at https://www.smore.com/32ncv and includes:
El último mensaje del la Superintendente queue está ahora en línea en https://www.smore.com/e2gbs y incluye:
Welcome to the new school year! Here is the latest message from the Superintendent is now online at https://www.smore.com/84su7 and includes:
¡Bienvenidos al nuevo año escolar! Aquí está el último mensaje del la Superintendente queue está ahora en línea en https://www.smore.com/rfwq5 y incluye:
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen is now online at https://www.smore.com/v13b7 and includes:
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen está ahora en línea en https://www.smore.com/71pac y incluye:
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen is now online at https://www.smore.com/q1ch2 and includes
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen está ahora en línea en https://www.smore.com/2abst y incluye
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, which includes information regarding school safety plans and security measures, is now available at https://www.smore.com/adz8s.
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen que incluye información sobre planes y medidas de seguridad escolar, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/5z6w2n.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including links to resources on how to communicate about tragic events with your children, is now available at https://www.smore.com/293jn.
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, incluyendo enlaces a recursos sobre cómo comunicarse sobre eventos trágicos con sus hijos, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/6cake.
The latest message from Dr. Hansen, including wellness resources in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month is available at https://www.smore.com/975u0
El último mensaje del Dr. Hansen, que incluye recursos de bienestar en reconocimiento del Mes de Concientización Sobre la Salud Mental, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/7nm9r
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen is now available at https://www.smore.com/63cun.
Content includes:
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen está disponible en https://www.smore.com/8nhmg.
Los contenidos incluyen:
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including staff recognitions, school celebrations and announcements of our newest award-winning schools, is now available at https://www.smore.com/qzjw1h.
La última mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, incluyendo reconocimientos del personal, celebraciones escolares y anuncios de nuestras nuevas escuelas galardonadas, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/6s1a9.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including information about yesterday’s update from CDPH, a thank you to our volunteers, and a few of the recognitions shared at last night’s board meeting, is now available at https://www.smore.com/ap1uj.
La última mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, incluida información sobre la actualización de ayer de CDPH, un agradecimiento a nuestros voluntarios y algunos de los reconocimientos compartidos en la reunión de la junta de anoche , está disponible en https://www.smore.com/35nha.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including highlights from school and district events, is now available at https://www.smore.com/72zx4
La última mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, incluyendo aspectos destacados de eventos escolares y del distrito, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/pmyhd
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including upcoming events, our community “Principal for a Day” event, and our National Merit Scholar Finalists, is available at https://www.smore.com/dq6mg.
La última mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, que incluye los próximos eventos importantes, el evento "Director por un Día" de nuestra comunidad y nuestros finalistas de National Merit Scholar, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/491d6.
The latest communication from Superintendent Hansen, which includes information about the upcoming changes to mask mandates in schools from the California Department of Public Health, is available at https://www.smore.com/gkcua.
La última comunicación del Superintendente Hansen, que incluye información sobre los próximos cambios de los mandatos de mascarillas en las escuelas del Departamento de Salud Pública de California, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/xdum8.
The latest communication from Superintendent Hansen, which includes information about new guidance from the California Department of Public Health is available at https://www.smore.com/cxw350.
La última comunicación del Superintendente Hansen, que incluye información sobre la nueva
orientación del Departamento de Salud Pública de California está disponible en https://www.smore.com/0dz78.
The latest communication from Superintendent Hansen, wishing our families a Happy New Year, is now available at https://www.smore.com/vqpew.
La última comunicación del Superintendente Hansen, deseando a nuestras familias un feliz año nuevo, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/fzj2w.
The latest communication from Superintendent Hansen, which includes a video message wishing all our families a wonderful break, is now available at https://www.smore.com/f97ke.
La última comunicación del Superintendente Hansen, que incluye un mensaje en video deseando a todas nuestras familias un maravilloso Descanso, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/d1erf.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including information about the latest guidance from CDPH, an update on Measure S, and a peek into some of the wonderful things happening in our schools is now available online at https://smore.com/2e94g
El mensaje más reciente del Superintendente Hansen, que incluye información sobre la guía más reciente del CDPH, una actualización de la Medida S y un vistazo a algunas de las cosas maravillosas que suceden en nuestras escuelas, ahora está disponible en línea en https://www.smore.com/3nhd0
This week’s message from Superintendent Hansen, which includes information about Governor Newsom’s vaccine mandate and celebrates various activities occurring in our schools, is now available at https://www.smore.com/q2t31.
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, que incluye información sobre el mandato de vacunas del gobernador Newsom y celebra varias actividades que ocurren en nuestras escuelas, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/2qj9z.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including an update on Governor Newsom's vaccine mandate and the availability of Board of Education Meeting recordings online, is now available at https://www.smore.com/s106q.
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, incluida una actualización sobre el mandato de vacunas del gobernador Newsom y la disponibilidad de grabaciones en línea de las reuniones del Consejo de Educación, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/3jfa9.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including our HEPA Filter Air Purifier Procurement video and Facilities Master Plan update, is now available at https://www.smore.com/hnd5a.
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, incluido nuestro video de adquisición de filtros HEPA y la actualización del Plan Maestro de Instalaciones, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/ebfw9.
This week’s message from Superintendent Hansen, includes Anaheim Hills ES named as a National Blue Ribbon School, 21-22 Student School Board Members, and our National Merit Scholarship Commended Students, is now available at https://www.smore.com/5xb1q.
El mensaje de esta semana de Superintendente Hansen incluye Anaheim Hills ES nombrada como Escuela Nacional de Cinta Azul, 21-22 miembros Estudiantil de la Mesa Escolar y nuestros estudiantes Elogiados de Becas de Mérito Nacional, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/s0x3p.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, which includes a call for community input regarding COVID Relief/LCAP Funding, our National Merit Semifinalists, and the Microsoft Office Advantage program, is now available at https://www.smore.com/xemkg.
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, que que incluye una solicitud de opiniónes de la comunidad sobre la financiación de COVID Relief/LCAP, nuestros semifinalistas de mérito nacional y la programa de Microsoft 365 Advantage, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/8fbzq.
This week’s message from Superintendent Hansen, including information about COVID testing for students, a video on the new El Modena Aquatics Center, and our OC Parenting Readers’ Choice Award, is now available at https://www.smore.com/zfv9e.
El mensaje de esta semana del Superintendente Hansen, incluido información sobre las pruebas de COVID para estudiantes, un video sobre el nuevo Centro Acuático de El Modena y nuestro premio OC Parenting Readers ’Choice Award, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/jtky1.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, which includes information about our COVID-19 testing clinics, an update on Measure S, and some great news from our sites, is now available at https://www.smore.com/r4tb2.
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, que incluye información sobre nuestras clínicas de pruebas de COVID-19, una actualización sobre la Medida S y algunas buenas noticias de nuestros sitios, ahora está disponible en https://www.smore.com/vp86z.
This week’s message from Superintendent Hansen, including her 2021-2022 welcome video, information about the new school year, and a link to the 2021-2022 Safety & Health-Driven Plan, is now available at https://www.smore.com/txk7b.
El mensaje de esta semana del Superintendente Hansen, incluido su video de bienvenida 2021-2022, información sobre el nuevo año escolar y un enlace al Plan Basado por La Seguridad y La Salud 2021-2022, ya está disponible en https://www.smore.com/0px3t.
This week’s message from Superintendent Hansen, including our 2021-2022 Safety & Health-Driven Plan, information about free meals for all students, and the Class of 2021 Graduation Survey, is now available at https://www.smore.com/yr61v.
El mensaje de esta semana del Superintendente Hansen, que incluye nuestro 2021-2022 Plan Basado por la Seguridad y la Salud, información sobre comidas gratis para todos los estudiantes y la Encuesta de Graduación de la Clase de 2021, ya está disponible en https://www.smore.com/y0w1k.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including an update on guidance from CDPH and information about enrollment for the 2021-2022 school year, is now available at https://www.smore.com/emu91
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen incluido la Actualización de la guía de CDPH y información sobre la inscripción para el año escolar 2021-2022, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/kxrv7.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including news about our successful OPEB Bond Sale and its savings for OUSD, review of proposed TK-12 instructional materials, and link to take our communications survey, is now available at https://www.smore.com/zb0p8
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen incluido noticias sobre nuestra exitosa Venta de Bonos OPEB y sus ahorros para OUSD, revisión de materiales instructivos propuestos para TK-12 y el enlace para tomar nuestra encuesta de comunicaciones, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/g2xzf.
A heartfelt, year-end message from Superintendent Hansen, including our Leadership Team Orange Scholarship winners and links to all our 2021 High School Graduation videos, is now available at https://www.smore.com/umn6b.
Un sincero mensaje de fin de año del Superintendente Hansen, incluidos los ganadores de la Beca de Liderazgo Orange, y los enlaces de todas los Ceremonias de Graduación, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/mpwua.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including a Measure S facilities update, celebrating our retirees, and High School Academic Achievement Recognitions, is now available at https://www.smore.com/w31jq9.
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen incluido un actualización de las instalaciones de la Medida S, celebrando a nuestros jubilados y reconocimientos al logro académico de las escuela secundarias, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/meagc.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including an update on athletics, Transitional Kindergarten (TK) enrollment, and other school news, is now available at https://www.smore.com/bds61.
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, incluido actualización sobre atletismo, inscripción de Kindergarten de Transición (TK) y otras noticias escolares, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/82e6q.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including information about the College for Kids Summer program, the Employees of the Year Celebration, and the latest news from our schools, is now available at https://www.smore.com/rxsgf
El último mensaje del superintendente Hansen, que incluye información sobre el programa de verano College for Kids, la celebración de los Empleados del Año y las últimas noticias de nuestras escuelas, ya está disponible en https://www.smore.com/n84x9.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including information about a summer enrichment opportunity and graduation update, is now available online at https://www.smore.com/edxka
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, que incluye información sobre una oportunidad de enriquecimiento de verano y actualización de graduación, ahora está disponible en línea en https://www.smore.com/da1sm
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including plans for graduation, CARES child care summer & fall program enrollment, and other news, is now available at https://www.smore.com/empa9.
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, incluido los planes para la graduación, la inscripción al programa de verano y otoño de cuidado infantil CARES y otras noticias, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/yzrpg.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including school highlights, OC Register “Artist of the Year” nominees, and our Community Volunteer Celebration video, is now available at https://www.smore.com/ctrzg.
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, incluido foco en las escuelas, los nominados del “Artista del Año” de OC Register y nuestro video de Celebración de Voluntarios de la Comunidad, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/tvhuz.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including an update on school athletics, school highlights, and district employment opportunities, is now available at https://www.smore.com/4hyax.
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, incluido una actualización sobre los deportes escolares, foco en las escuelas y oportunidades de empleo en el distrito, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/p86my.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including information about graduation, the upcoming school year, and our 2021 Employees of the Year, is now available at https://www.smore.com/6afb4.
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, que incluye información sobre la graduación, el próximo año escolar y nuestros Empleados del Año 2021, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/j8vy6.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including highlights from State Superintendent Tony Thurmond’s special visit for Read Across America Day and our district-wide “Principal of the Day" event, is now available at https://www.smore.com/cb8ju.
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, incluido la visita especial del Superintendente Estatal Tony Thurmond para el Día de la Lectura de América y nuestro evento "Director del Día" en todo el distrito, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/afvt9.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including an update on school athletics, school highlights, and district employment opportunities, is now available at https://www.smore.com/neram.
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, incluido una actualización sobre los deportes escolares, foco en las escuelas y oportunidades de empleo en el distrito, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/sqbxd.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including an update on facilities projects, COVID-19 testing for middle school students, and our 2021 National Merit Finalists, is now available at https://www.smore.com/0fr5e
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, incluido una actualización sobre los proyectos de las instalaciones, las pruebas COVID-19 para estudiantes de secundaria y nuestros finalistas del Mérito Nacional de 2021, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/jxh2q
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including the Every Student Succeeding Award winner, our Employee of the Month, and link to our 100th Day of School Gallery, is now available at https://www.smore.com/f05dy
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, incluido el ganador del premio Every Student Succeeding Award, nuestro Empleado del mes, y el enlace a nuestra Galería de los 100 días de clases, ya está disponible en https://www.smore.com/mtqbw
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including information about joining our Equity Task Force, an update on voluntary COVID-19 testing for 9-12 grade students, and a "Thank You" to our school counselors, is now available at https://www.smore.com/rvx8b
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, que incluye información sobre cómo unirse al Grupo de Trabajo de Equidad, una actualización sobre las pruebas voluntarias de COVID-19 para estudiantes de grados 9-12 y un "Gracias" a nuestros consejeros escolares., está disponible en https://www.smore.com/wszef
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including news about our recent Town Hall meetings, winners of the PTA “Reflections” Art Contest, and COVID-19 updates, is now available at https://www.smore.com/eu5x9.
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, con noticias sobre nuestras Reuniónes de Municipalidad recientes, los ganadores del Concurso de Arte “Reflections” del PTA y las actualizaciones de COVID-19, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/t7ph3.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including an update on Measure S projects, announcement of five ERP Honor Roll Schools, and COVID-19 vaccination update, is now available at https://www.smore.com/nvsdj.
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, que incluye una actualización sobre los proyectos de la Medida S, el anuncio de cinco Escuelas con Lista de Honor de ERP y la actualización de la vacunación COVID-19, ahora está disponible en https://www.smore.com/x5hsc.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including links to our Facilities Master Plan Town Hall presentations, Child Care Interest Survey, and annual LCAP Parent Survey, is now available at https://www.smore.com/fq0j6.
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, incluyendo enlaces para los presentaciones de los Reuniónes de Municipalidad del Plan Maestro de Instalaciones, encuesta de interés de CARES y el encuesta LCAP para padres, está disponible en https://www.smore.com/cbtq9.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including updates on Measure S and our upcoming Facilities Master Plan Town Hall Meetings, is now available at https://www.smore.com/p6u5c.
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, incluyendo una actualización sobre la Medida S y nuestros Reuniónes Virtual de Municipalidad del Plan Maestro de Instalaciones, ya está disponible en https://www.smore.com/qhbpc.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including an update on Measure S and youth sports guidance, is now available at https://www.smore.com/khu5m.
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, incluyendo una actualización sobre la Medida S y la dirección sobre deportes juveniles, ya está disponible en https://www.smore.com/pym6j.
The latest message from Dr. Hansen, including information about athletics and a message from OUSD nurses, is now available at https://www.smore.com/eaq05s
El último mensaje del Dr. Hansen, que incluye información deportiva y un mensaje de las enfermeras de OUSD, ya está disponible en https://www.smore.com/zg82r
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including an update regarding in-person instruction and our upcoming Facilities Master Plan Town Hall meetings, is now available at https://www.smore.com/udbn2
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, que incluye una actualización de la instrucción en persona y nuestras próximas Reuniones Virtuales de Municipalidad del Plan Maestro de Instalaciones, ya está disponible en https://www.smore.com/s10vk
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including our COVID-19 update and safety tips for Thanksgiving celebrations, is now available at https://www.smore.com/xmc0b
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, que incluye nuestra actualización de COVID-19 y consejos de seguridad para las celebraciones del Día de Acción de Gracias, ya está disponible en https://www.smore.com/na259
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including video highlights of both Orange High School’s new STEM Complex and the Little Theater renovation, along with a COVID-19 update, is now available at https://www.smore.com/cy9t7
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, que incluye videos del nuevo complejo STEM de Orange High School y la renovación del Little Theater, junto con una actualización de COVID-19, ya está disponible en https://www.smore.com/6cwk3
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including Measure S updates, report card information, and the high school Phase 2 survey, is now available at https://www.smore.com/9we5g
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, incluyendo actualizaciones de Measure S, información de la tarjeta de informe, y la encuesta de la Fase 2 de la escuela secundaria, ya está disponible en https://www.smore.com/emyw8
We are excited to celebrate Fred Kelly Stadium’s Virtual Grand Opening and Orange High School’s Measure S STEM Complex! Read more about these wonderful milestones in the latest message from Superintendent Hansen at https://www.smore.com/g5f4y
¡Estamos emocionados de celebrar la Gran Inauguración Virtual del Estadio Fred Kelly y el Complejo STEM de Orange High School de la Medida S! Lea más sobre estos maravillosos hitos en el último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen en https://www.smore.com/61msy.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, which includes information about the transition to on-campus learning at our high schools, can be found online at https://www.smore.com/fd8pt
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, que incluye información sobre la transición al aprendizaje en en nuestras escuelas preparatorias se puede encontrar en línea en https://www.smore.com/dspjx
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, which includes information about our new COVID-19 Dashboard, can be found online at https://www.smore.com/t6xnf
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, que incluye información sobre el nuevo Tablero de Información COVID-19 se puede encontrar en línea en https://www.smore.com/87kb0
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, which highlights this week’s return to on-campus learning and has information about PTA’s Reflections Art Program, can be found online at https://www.smore.com/zxt09
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, que destaca el regreso de esta semana al aprendizaje en el campus y tiene información sobre el Programa de Arte Reflections de la PTA, se puede encontrar en línea en https://www.smore.com/d8nw0
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, which includes plans and dates for Phase 2 on-campus instruction, can be found in her newsletter at https://www.smore.com/fp70n
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, incluyendo planes y fechas para la instrucción en escuela para Fase 2, se encuenta en su boletín en https://www.smore.com/wt3my
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, which includes an update on transitioning to Phase 2, can be found in her newsletter at https://www.smore.com/ephzr
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, incluyendo actualizaciónes del transición a la Fase 2, se encuenta en su boletín en https://www.smore.com/ursdq
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, which includes information about the COVID-19 Watch List Update, can be found in her newsletter at https://www.smore.com/ktpuv.
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, incluyendo información sobre el Actualización de la Lista de Vigilancia de COVID-19, se encuenta en su boletín en https://www.smore.com/7sx9w.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, which includes information about the start of our 2020-2021 school year can be found in her newsletter at https://www.smore.com/fhds2.
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, incluyendo información sobre el inicio de nuestro año escolar 2020-2021 se encuenta en su boletín en https://www.smore.com/y1uax.
The OUSD Board of Education voted 7-0 to approve the 2020-2021 OUSD Re-imagining Schools/Health & Safety-Driven Reopening Plan at their regular meeting on July 23. The plan prepares us to pivot between 100% distance learning, blended (elementary only), and full-day on-campus instruction for the 2020-2021 school year, as public health guidelines permit and in accordance with all mandated public health and safety protocols. More information, including an instructional model commitment form for families, is online in the latest message from Superintendent Hansen: https://www.smore.com/w79hx.
El Consejo Directivo de Educación de OUSD votó 7-0 para aprobar el 2020-2021 OUSD Plan de Reapertura de las Escuelas / Reestructuración Guiado por la Salud y la Seguridad en su junta regular el 23 de julio. El plan nos prepara para pivotar entre el 100% de la educación a distancia y instrucción de día completo en la escuela para el año escolar 2020-2021, según lo permitan las pautas de salud pública y de acuerdo con todos los protocolos obligatorios de salud pública y seguridad. En el último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen se encuentra en línea más información, incluido un formulario de compromiso de modelo de instrucción para familias: https://www.smore.com/np9kw.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including plans to reopen schools in fall, can be found in her newsletter at https://www.smore.com/36dnt
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, incluida la planificación de reabrir escuelas en otoño,se puede encontrar en su boletín en https://www.smore.com/3xu4v
A message from Superintendent Hansen addressing Governor Newsom's announcement today is now available at https://smore.com/gwmcy.
Un mensaje del Superintendente Hansen hablando sobre el anuncio del Gobernador Newsom hoy ya está disponible en https://www.smore.com/83hgv.
The latest message from Superintendent Hansen, including a few updates and information about today's graduation premiere events, is now available at https://www.smore.com/gvtcs
El último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, que incluye algunas actualizaciones e información sobre los eventos de estreno de graduación de hoy, ya está disponible en https://www.smore.com/3gkfu
For information about educational options for the 2020-2021 school year and ways we're celebrating our Class of 2020, please read the latest message from Superintendent Hansen at https://www.smore.com/4gbqx
Para obtener información sobre las opciones educativas para el año escolar 2020-2021 y las formas en que celebramos nuestra Clase de 2020, lea el último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen en https://www.smore.com/au196
The troubling events of recent days demand our attention and thoughtful response as we work to teach future generations and ensure they have the knowledge, skills, and confidence to build a more equitable world. More from Superintendent Hansen’s latest message is available online at https://www.smore.com/2hxw6
Los acontecimientos preocupantes de los últimos días exigen nuestra atención y respuesta reflexiva mientras trabajamos a enseñar generaciones futuras y asegurar que ellos tengan el conocimiento, habilidades, y confianza para construir un mundo mas equitativo. Más información del último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen está disponible en línea en https://www.smore.com/zc9uw
Message from the Superintendent: Reimagining OUSD Schools as We Reopen for Students - With less than three weeks before summer break and plans for graduations and promotions set, multi-department teams have been focusing on plans to return to site-based instruction when the new school year begins. More: https://www.smore.com/7bsfa
Mensaje del Superintendente: Reimaginando las escuelas de OUSD a medida que reabrimos para los estudiantes - Con menos de tres semanas antes de las vacaciones de verano y los planes para las graduaciones y las promociones establecidas, los equipos de varios departamentos se han centrado en los planes para regresar a la instrucción de enseñanza basados en los sitios cuando comience el nuevo año escolar. Más: https://www.smore.com/v52jq
It's hard to believe that two months have passed since we transitioned to distance learning! Although our school buildings are closed, we want to stay connected to our families during these challenging times. Please click the link to learn about plans for graduation as well as access a link to our community survey. https://www.smore.com/t346v
¡Es difícil creer que hayan pasado dos meses desde que hicimos la transición al aprendizaje a distancia! Aunque los edificios de nuestra escuela están cerrados, queremos estar conectados con nuestras familias durante estos tiempos difíciles. Haga clic en el enlace para conocer los planes de graduación y acceder a un enlace a nuestra encuesta comunitaria. https://www.smore.com/rqudp
In celebration of California Day of the Teacher and Teacher Appreciation Week, please check out the latest message from Superintendent Hansen at https://www.smore.com/tkg0b
Para celebrar el Día del Maestro de California y la Semana de Apreciación de Maestros, lee el último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen a https://www.smore.com/ybvp3
For the latest update on the upcoming school year, including links to the interim grading policy, distance learning policy, school closure resources and more, please check out the latest message from Superintendent Hansen at https://www.smore.com/g2w0c
Para obtener la última actualización sobre el próximo año escolar, incluidos los enlaces a la política de calificaciones provisionales, la política de aprendizaje a distancia, los recursos para el cierre de escuelas y más, consulte el último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen a https://www.smore.com/ejz38
As mentioned by Dr. Hansen in her video last week, here are details about changes to the grading policy and the Class of 2020 year-end activities: https://www.smore.com/qpa20
Como mencionó la Dra. Hansen en su video la semana pasada, aquí hay detalles sobre los cambios en la política de calificaciones y las actividades de fin de año de la Clase 2020: https://www.smore.com/hp7ms
A message from Superintendent Hansen addressing Governor Newsom's announcement yesterday is available online at: https://www.smore.com/mra9b
Un mensaje del Superintendente Hansen abordando el anuncio del Gobernador Newsom ayer está disponible en línea en https://www.smore.com/621ed
Check out the latest message from Superintendent Hansen, which includes links to Answers to Frequently Asked Questions Regarding School Closure and our #OUSDstrong gallery: https://www.smore.com/ygj6t
Vea el último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen, que incluye enlaces a Respuestas a preguntas frecuentes sobre el cierre de escuelas y nuestra galería #OUSDstrong: https://www.smore.com/84k03
Please find Superintendent Hansen's latest message to the community, addressing the announcement made by Governor Newsom last night, at https://www.smore.com/0ceyt
Encuentre el último mensaje del Superintendente Hansen a la comunidad, respondiendo al anuncio hecho por el Gobernador Newsom anoche, en https://www.smore.com/ft5b9
Please find the latest update from Superintendent Hansen, including information about the Education Center/District Office and tips to talk to kids about COVID-19, at https://www.smore.com/adyvq
Encuentre la última actualización del Superintendente Hansen, incluida información sobre el Centro de Educación / Oficina del Distrito y consejos para hablar con los niños sobre COVID-19, en https://www.smore.com/7np95
Dear Orange Unified School District Community,
The safety and health of our students and employees are our number one priority. Based on the new guidance from the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) regarding “mass gatherings” and the need for social distancing, effective immediately all the following school related activities will be suspended until the end of Spring Break (April 6) or pending further guidance.
CDC recommends that travelers avoid all nonessential travel to the following destinations. Entry of foreign nationals from these destinations has been suspended.
For more information: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/index.html
Intended to slow the spread of COVID-19, the updated policy from the California Department of Public Health says “non-essential” gatherings must be limited to no more than 250 people. Smaller events can proceed only if organizers can implement social distancing of 6 feet apart. This guidance does not apply to activities such as attendance at regular school classes, work, or essential services per the CDPH guidelines
I want to clarify that no student, staff member or person associated with OUSD has tested positive for the Coronavirus. It is based on the CDPH Guidance that we are suspending all large gatherings and practicing social distancing measures.
If you have any questions regarding school events, please contact your principal for further direction. Regular school classes and activities will continue unless further guidance is received.
We understand that parents may decide to keep their students home in this situation, however, the standard absence policies apply at this time. Please keep up to date on our notifications regarding online learning and home instruction activities which are under development and will be posted to the website at www.orangeusd.org/COVID-19-information.
Thank you for your partnership with our schools. Working together we can protect the health of our community and provide accurate information.
Gunn Marie Hansen, Ph.D.
Superintendent of Schools
Orange Unified School District
Estimada Comunidad del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Orange:
La seguridad y la salud de nuestros estudiantes y empleados es nuestra prioridad número uno. Basado en la nueva guía del Departamento de Salud Pública de California (CDPH) con respecto a las "reuniones masivas" y la necesidad de distanciamiento social, efectivo inmediatamente, todas las actividades relacionadas con la escuela serán suspendidas hasta el final de las vacaciones de primavera (6 de abril) o hasta que recibamos más dirección.
• Se posponen todas las reuniones grandes de estudiantes y personal, también visitas fuera de la escuela de los estudiantes y el personal a lugares públicos donde se pueden reunir multitud de personas: se suspenderán los viajes de campo, las conferencias y los viajes.
• Los eventos de los estudiantes en las escuelas y las competiciones deportivas pueden continuar en este momento, pero sin espectadores (hasta que recibimos nuevo aviso).
• Se suspende todo uso de las instalaciones escolares por parte de organizaciones externas.
• Cualquier persona que haya viajado fuera del país (especificado por el Centro de Control de Enfermedades) en los últimos 14 días no está permitido en las escuelas o en las oficinas administrativas.
El CDC recomienda que los viajeros eviten todos los viajes no esenciales a los siguientes destinos. Se ha suspendido la entrada de extranjeros desde estos destinos.
China (Aviso de Salud para Viaje Nivel 3)
Irán (Aviso de Salud para Viaje Nivel 3)
La mayor parte de Europa (Aviso de Salud para Viaje Nivel 3)
Para más información: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/index.html
Con la intención de prevenir la propagación de COVID-19, la póliza actualizada del Departamento de Salud Pública de California dice que las reuniones "no esenciales" deben limitarse a no más de 250 personas. Los eventos más pequeños pueden continuar solo si los organizadores pueden implementar un distanciamiento social de 6 pies de distancia. Esta guía no se aplica a actividades como la asistencia a clases regulares de la escuela, el trabajo o los servicios esenciales según las guías de CDPH.
Yo quiero aclarar que ningún estudiante, miembro del personal o persona asociada con OUSD ha tenido un diagnóstico positivo de Coronavirus. Se basa en la Guía del CDPH que estamos suspendiendo todas las reuniones grandes y practicando medidas de distanciamiento social.
Si tiene cualquier pregunta sobre los eventos escolares, comuníquese con su director/a para obtener más dirección. Las clases y actividades escolares regulares continuarán a menos que se reciba más recomendaciones.
Entendemos que los padres pueden decidir mantener a sus estudiantes en casa en esta situación, sin embargo, las pólizas de ausencia estándar se aplican en este momento. Manténgase actualizado sobre nuestras notificaciones sobre el aprendizaje en línea y las actividades de instrucción en el hogar que están en desarrollo y se publicarán en el sitio web en www.orangeusd.org/COVID-19-information.
Gracias por su asociación con nuestras escuelas. Trabajando juntos podemos proteger la salud de nuestra comunidad y proporcionar información precisa.
Gunn Marie Hansen, Ph.D.
Superintendente de Escuelas
August 2019
Dear Parents and Community Members,
Welcome to Orange Unified School District! The new school year brings with it a new mission, vision, core values, strategic initiatives, and Graduate Profile to guide the district’s focus over the next five years. This new strategic plan – The Orange Unified EDGE - was created in a collaborative process that included staff, community members, parents, students, business partners, and service organizations. With a focus on Excellence in academics and leadership, Dedicated and engaged communication, Genuine wellness and safety, and Efficient utilization of fiscal capital, The Orange Unified EDGE was designed to propel Orange Unified’s academic programs, community outreach efforts, student and staff support systems, and efficiency to the next level.
Measure S construction is underway at each of our four comprehensive high schools, and we look forward to seeing our new Science Complexes come to fruition. We are now in the Measure S Phase II design stage and are working to determine how to most effectively and efficiently utilize $100 million for additional campus upgrades and classroom modernization.
Facilities district-wide are also being revitalized and updated to support our school site programs and expanded CTE Pathways, which are now offered throughout our secondary schools. We continue to prepare students for successful college, career, and Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) experiences through technology-integrated learning and by providing a rigorous instructional program that engages all students in deeper levels of collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity.
Student attendance is important, and we’d like to encourage families to schedule vacations and doctor appointments off-hours or at the end of the day whenever possible. For students who do miss instructional time, we now offer a Saturday Enrichment Academy to help supplement classroom learning. Please contact your school if you are interested in learning more about this opportunity for students to regain lost instruction.
The success of each student is a collaborative effort between all stakeholders in the process of teaching and learning. Award-winning schools and academic success are a direct result of the hard work and dedication of Orange Unified staff in partnership with our parents and the OUSD community. I encourage each of you to work with your child’s teachers and principal to help foster a positive educational experience.
Please stay up-to-date on Measure S construction, the progress of our innovative educational programs, and other important district communication by visiting www.orangeusd.org and following us on social media.
July 2019
Students from Canyon, El Modena, Orange, Richland, and Villa Park High Schools, along with graduates from Parkside Education Center, had the once in a lifetime opportunity to graduate from Angel Stadium. Family and friends cheered from the stands while Orange Unified’s 2,183 Class of 2019 graduates were each featured on the stadium’s LED display before taking the stage between first and second base.
Class of 2019 students were also honored for outstanding academic achievement, including 404 Seals of Biliteracy given to students proficient in two or more languages, 669 Golden State Seal Merit Diplomas earned by students who demonstrated mastery of at least six high school curriculum subject areas, and 764 students who completed a CTE Pathway. Each school also recognized students with the highest cumulative academic grade point average, which ranged from 4.7 to 5.0857.
“Congratulations to all of our graduates! We wish them the best as they move on to the next chapter in their lives,” said Superintendent Gunn Marie Hansen, Ph.D. “We also want to recognize the contributions of our students’ families and mentors toward their academic achievements and ongoing success. Thank you for being our valued partners in education.”
Orange Unified’s graduation ceremonies took place at Angel Stadium this year because Fred Kelly Stadium is currently undergoing a $23 million renovation. Additional construction is underway on $288 million in Measure S modernizations, including state-of-the-art STEM classrooms being built on each of the district’s four comprehensive high school campuses. These facility investments will provide long-term benefits to our students and add points-of-pride in our community.
MAY 2019
The Orange Unified School District engaged in meaningful dialogue with over 90 stakeholders during the Strategic Planning Event at Chapman University on Monday, May 13 and Tuesday, May 14. The District embarked on a well-planned process to develop a new Vision, Mission, Core Values, Strategic Initiatives, and Graduate Profile to define innovative learning opportunities to ensure all students excel into the future with college and careers. Overwhelming positive feedback has been received from the staff, community, parents, students, business partners and service organizations regarding their involvement in this event. Staff is now involved in implementation planning, and the writing team is busy synthesizing themes for the components of the Strategic Plan. During the summer, the OUSD Board of Education will have a Study Session to provide input to the plan and take action to approve it. The Board will also assist in identifying measurable indicators of success. The Roll Out of the OUSD Strategic Plan will be in the 2019-2020 school year making it meaningful, teachable, and visible in all OUSD Schools. Stay tuned for more information on the Orange Unified Strategic Plan!
April 2019
California State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond visited Jordan Elementary School and inspired staff with his life story exemplifying the power of public education, turned story time for K-2 students into a wonderful teaching moment about kindness, explored the innovative opportunities offered to students in Jordan’s STREAM Lab, and engaged in a conversation with District leadership to address how the state can better support Orange Unified schools by reforming the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) to make it more equitable.
Elected to serve as California’s top K-12 educator this past November, Thurmond also used the appearance as an opportunity to reinforce his vision for public education, stating, “Our kids are more than a number. They are more than a test score. We need to show them that they are number one and we start by increasing funding for districts like Orange and schools like Jordan.”
This funding allows for the creation of specialized programs and school wide improvements that are critically important since nearly 89 percent of its 422 students are currently eligible for the free/reduced lunch program, based on their socioeconomically disadvantaged status, and nearly 64 percent of the students are identified as English language learners.
Invited to visit Jordan’s campus by Principal Lorena Rubio, Superintendent Thurmond received a grand welcome from students and teachers alike. Thurmond began his visit in the school’s library, where he was welcomed by OUSD Trustees Kris Erickson, Brenda Lebsack, Kathryn Moffat and Andrea Yamasaki, along with OUSD’s executive leadership team, Orange Unified Education Association, representatives the Orange County Department of Education, Jordan’s parent volunteers, and community members.
Thurmond later donned an oversized Cat in the Hat top hat and delighted more than 60 students from Jordan’s TK, special education, first and second grade classes with his animated reading of two books the students had chosen. What could have been the simple telling of stories quickly transformed into highly engaging teaching moments about self-esteem, kindness and acceptance, with enthusiastic students chiming in on how to champion positivity and kindness.
“Jordan Elementary is a wonderful example of our OUSD schools. We have raised achievement levels and the students are excelling, but there are always opportunities for us to get better,” said OUSD Superintendent of Schools Gunn Marie Hansen, Ph.D. “Today we have a unique chance to tell that story to Mr. Thurmond. He has always been an advocate for schools like Jordan and the programs that make them successful. We are going to utilize the opportunity to speak with him directly about additional resources to take that success further.”
More information about Jordan Elementary School is available online at https://www.orangeusd.org/jordan-academy
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• To see video of the Superintendent Thurmond’s visit to Jordan Elementary School, click here.
December 2018
It is an exciting time in Orange Unified as student achievement continues to increase, athletic teams are competing at higher levels, and work is underway to construct new facilities at our four high schools. Our motto for this school year is Building Success because it perfectly reflects the great strides we are making in every measurable aspect of our academics, facilities and operations.
OUSD students are thriving as we continue to launch new programs to prepare them for successful college, career, and Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM) experiences. We are providing students with unique opportunities starting in elementary school and building upon those experiences through our middle school programs, high school career pathways, and early college classes. Each step builds our students’ skills and knowledge to set them up for success beyond our doors.
While Measure S is allowing us to build state-of-the-art STEM classrooms at our high schools, OUSD has also invested additional funds to improve school athletic facilities. From new playing fields and all-weather tracks, to tennis courts and new learning spaces, we are creating campus environments that are exciting for students and a source of pride for our communities. We are grateful for the hundreds of dedicated volunteers who worked diligently to ensure the passage of Measure S in 2016 and to the voters in the communities that we serve for agreeing that our students deserve modernized facilities.
Visit www.OrangeUSD.org for news and updates on construction, facilities updates, and signature practices our schools are using to prepare students for future careers and college. We think you will agree that OUSD is truly Building Success.
Excellent schools and modern facilities are critical to quality neighborhoods and have a direct correlation with higher property values. Voters within the Orange Unified School District (OUSD) community recognized this fact when they approved Measure S by 62.5% in 2016. The centerpiece of the bond is the improvement our four aging comprehensive high school facilities with the construction of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) labs and the investment of state-of-the-art computer technology and science equipment. The construction has already begun on the new science building at Orange High School. The new science centers at Villa Park, Canyon and El Modena High Schools will begin later this year and in early 2019.
Because OUSD is fiscally conservative, we used our top AAA credit rating and a competitive bidding process between underwriters to save $4.7 million compared to original projections. These savings were directly passed on to our local taxpayers and will allow us to stretch our dollars to further repair and modernize our high schools.
The Measure S bond is not only overseen by OUSD’s Board of Education, but also by an appointed independent Citizens Oversight Committee. Committee members include small business owners, a retired banker, the President and CEO of the Orange County Taxpayers Association, current and former elected officials from our cities and county, a PTA representative and a public finance attorney. These financial professionals and community stakeholders have a deep understanding of bonds, taxes, and economics. They are required by law to review annual, independent financial and performance audits of the bond program. In addition, the District staff are in constant contact with legal counsel and external auditors to ensure program expenditures are in compliance with Measure S and adhering to the contract made with our community.
In addition, to modernizing our high schools’ science labs, career training facilities, libraries and computer systems, Measure S requires the school district to set aside other, non-bond monies, to ensure funding will be available for ongoing maintenance of the facilities to protect the taxpayers’ investment.
None of the bond money goes toward salaries or benefits of any teachers or administrators.
On March 8, 2018, the chairperson of the Citizens Oversight Committee, Villa Park Councilwoman Diana Fascenelli, delivered the Annual Fiscal and Performance Audit of the operations related to the Measure S bond and reported that everything was in order. Like our Board of Education meetings, the Citizen Oversight Committee meetings are open to the public, the agendas and minutes are posted to our website, and all are welcome to attend.
We pride ourselves on our transparency and accountability. All presentations and monthly progress reports regarding the expenditures for Measure S are posted to the District’s website at www.orangeusd.org/measure-s.
With the passage of Measure S, the District is now eligible for state matching funds. With the appointment of our new, highly experienced Chief Business Officer, David Rivera, the District has prioritized obtaining additional funding from the state of up to $60 million to provide even more improvements to our campuses. Prior to passing Measure S, these funds were being awarded to other districts because OUSD lacked the required matching funds. As the Superintendent, it is one of my top priorities to provide efficient and effective management to ensure quality facilities for our high school students. With the oversight and involvement of both the publicly elected Board members and the Citizens Oversight Committee, we are keeping the projects on time and under budget.
Since joining the OUSD family in 2010, I have had countless conversations with current and former students, parents, and community stakeholders about our aging facilities. Our students and communities deserve school facilities that parallel any in Orange County. Measure S projects and the additional investments being made on our campuses will have long-lasting community benefits, enhance the educational environment, and improve property values.
Orange Unified School District, in partnership with our taxpayers, is building a vision that address the needs of our students and our community for the next 50 years.
August 2018
Dear Parents and Community Members,
Welcome to Orange Unified School District! It is an exciting time within the District as we begin modernization of current facilities and construction of state-of-the-art science centers at each comprehensive high school. OUSD’s Facilities & Maintenance Departments are also updating our athletic fields and will be starting the process to renovate Fred Kelly Stadium. You will see a lot of construction at our schools, so please check our website for updates on facilities and Measure S schedules.
We are also excited to be launching new programs and services, continuing to prepare students for successful college, career and Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM) experiences. Orange Unified Schools provide a balanced instructional experience with continual innovation to ensure our students are able to compete in the global marketplace. The District’s teachers and principals are providing a rigorous instructional program that engages all students in deeper levels of collaboration, critical thinking and creativity. We believe that “what’s best for our students comes first and foremost,” and we continue to push for greater levels of success within our organization.
This coming school year will provide more personalized learning opportunities than at any other time in the history of the District. Our comprehensive Career Technical Education (CTE) program offers students classes in digital music, aviation, computer aided design (CAD), finance and business, robotics, marketing, fire science, crime scene investigation, marketing, and film making, just to name a few. In addition to these secondary course offerings, the District will be facilitating an expanded CTE program in our middle schools next year.
Award-winning schools and academic success are due to the dedicated and talented people who contribute throughout the planning and implementation of strategic goals. Every one of our dedicated employees strives to lead the District to greater levels of achievement. Orange USD faculty members are lifelong learners, demonstrating high levels of care and commitment to student academic and socio-emotional needs. Support staff serves in multiple capacities to ensure successful day-to-day operations, and the leadership team acknowledges the value of professional development and service to students and families. Our community and business leaders are also committed to the excellent education provided by the Orange Unified team - as evidenced in their overwhelming support for Measure S - which we are now seeing come to life on our high school campuses. The success of each and every student is a collaborative effort between all stakeholders in the process of teaching and learning.
Parental and community support are essential for maximizing the learning experience of students. I encourage each of you to work in partnership with teachers and principals to provide students with positive educational experiences. Additionally, I urge you to provide input to our annual LCAP development process by sharing feedback at your school.
Please stay up-to-date on Measure S construction, the progress of our innovative educational programs, and other important District communications by visiting the website at www.orangeusd.org and following us on social media.
April 2018
Overview of Educational Technology Department Programs
Orange Unified School District has a cutting edge Educational Technology Department that offers professional development programs to increase access to and promote purposeful integration of technology in classrooms across the district. The team support teachers as they move through their initial emerging use of technology to fully integrated implementation in a student-driven classroom. All of our programs meet teachers where they are at in this continuum to support their further development.
In 2013, the iTeach program began. This program provides classroom teachers with iPads to enhance classroom instruction and student learning. The purpose of this program is to facilitate and inspire student learning and creativity, design & develop digital age learning experiences and assessments, model digital age work and learning, and engage in professional growth and leadership This process is facilitated by an instructional coach who works with the teacher each week for approximately 12 weeks as the teacher completes tasks to create a blended learning environment.
The eBadge program began in 2014 to provide teachers with one device that allowed them to explore and learn. Over three years, teachers had the opportunity to explore Chromebooks, HP Streams, and mini iPads. This program required all teachers to demonstrate fluency with the device by completing requirements focused on classroom integration and digital work.
That same year, iLearn began to increase classroom access to technology. This program provides a loaner cart to teacher teams to be used daily in the classroom. The devices allow teachers the opportunity to create 21st century, blended learning environments where students will develop technology skills for college and career readiness. Teachers choose their area of interest and guide their own professional development while utilzing the cart.
In 2015, the 1:1 program kicked off to increase access and integration in our schools. Instructional coaches work with teachers daily at their school sites and in their classroom to build best practices for classroom instruction and to help teachers move along the technology use continuum through personalized professional learning plans. The program continues to expand each year, and next year the team will move to supporting the entire school’s technology initiatives.
Last year, the iPilot program was introduced to provide teachers the opportunity to receive a variety of instructional technology tools for their classroom use in exchange for providing feedback on lesson integration. This program has allowed our teachers to access coding devices, drones, and various other tools.
Next year, the technology will introduce the iLead program. This program will allow our teachers to design their professional development through a grant writing process focused on student achievement. The teachers will identify a need, implement a solution, and work through the collaborative cycle of effective instruction with an instructional coach to improve student achievement. As this program continues to grow, we will foster a collaborative culture at school sites and across the district focused on sharing best practices for improving student achievement.
March 5, 2018
Dear OUSD Parents and Community Partners –
The impact of the recent school shooting in Parkland, Florida has reverberated on school campuses throughout the nation, prompting concerns about school safety.
Many of our students have expressed an intention to participate in a publicized nationwide school walkout for 17 minutes - starting at 10:00 a.m. on March 14 - in response to gun violence and in remembrance of the 17 Florida victims. The nationwide walkout is student-driven and voluntary. The event is not sponsored by Orange Unified School District nor any of its schools. However, principals, District staff and student leaders are meeting to ensure a peaceful event should students decide to participate.
Orange Unified respects the First Amendment rights of our students to support a cause and express their opinions provided they adhere to District and school guidelines:
To further student safety, individuals who are not on official school business will not be allowed on campus to participate in the walkout. As is our current protocol, all visitors or school volunteers must check in with the school’s front office. Our number one priority at Orange Unified is the safety and well-being of all our students.
OUSD has received legal guidance from the Orange County Department of Education that school districts may provide appropriate time-and-place alternatives to ensure minimal disruption of the instructional process. Principals from schools that are aware of planned student walkouts will be contacting their parent communities in the coming week to provide information about their campus. We understand how important and impactful this issue is to children and families, and we encourage honest and frank conversations with your children.
OUSD will be holding an Active Shooter Response Training for Parents on Tuesday, March 6, from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. in the gym at Canyon High School, 220 S. Imperial Highway, Anaheim. Please note, this event features mature content and is not suitable for children. We encourage parents to attend tomorrow’s presentation where law enforcement representatives will be available to discuss student safety
Thank you for your continued support of our schools and community.
Sincerely,
Gunn Marie Hansen, Ph.D.
Superintendent of Schools
Click HERE for a PDF of the Superintendent's official letter.
Leer la carta en Español aqui.
February 15, 2018
Dear OUSD Community:
We are all deeply saddened by yesterday's school shooting tragedy at the Broward County High School. As a collective school community, we mourn for the lives lost and those affected by this tragic event.
Today, you may notice police vehicles on or in the vicinity of your campus. This is not necessary indicative of a problem, but law enforcement agencies serving our schools often plan increased presence on the day after such a devastating incident to show solidarity and commitment to school safety. The Orange Unified School District tremendously values the partnership with our local law enforcement, fire/rescue and first responders.
Rest assured that the District takes school safety seriously and there are strong emergency plans in place at all schools and support sites where our protocols are consistently practiced and refined. Below are some resources you may wish to use and share if questions come up regarding a national crises and the social emotional impact on students.
http://www.ocde.us/Search/results.aspx?k=school%20shooting%20response
http://newsroom. ocde.us/five-things-to-keep-in-mind-when-helpinq-kids-cope-with-crisis/
We value the hard work of school staff to provide a safe and secure learning environment. Please do not hesitate to contact District staff for any support!
Kindest regards,
Gunn Marie Hansen, Ph.D.
See the Superintendent's letter by CLICKING HERE.
Additional Resources:
Talking to Children About Violence
Talking to Children About Violence: Infographic
Talking to Children About Violence: Spanish
Managing Strong Emotional Reactions
15 de febrero del 2018
Estimada comunidad del OUSD:
Estamos profundamente entristecidos por el trágico tiroteo escolar ocurrido ayer en la escuela Broward County. Como parte de una comunidad escolar unida, lamentamos la perdida de tantas vidas y nos unimos al sufrimiento de todos los afectados por esta tragedia.
Hoy ustedes notarán algunas patrullas de policía cerca de su escuela. Esto no significa que hay un problema, sino que las agencias protectoras incrementan su presencia en los planteles escolar el día después de una tragedia, para demostrar su solidaridad y compromiso de mantener las escuelas seguras. El Distrito Escolar Unificado de Orange valora enormemente la asociación con las agencias protectoras locales, los bomberos y los rescatistas.
Le aseguramos que el Distrito toma muy en serio la seguridad y tiene un plan de emergencia establecido en todas las escuelas y sitios educativos, el cual practicamos y mejoramos constantemente. Abajo encontrará algunos recursos que puede usar y compartir si tiene preguntas referentes a crisis nacionales y el impacto social y emocional en los estudiantes.
http://www.ocde.us/Search/results.aspx?k=school%20shooting%20response
http://newsroom. ocde.us/five-things-to-keep-in-mind-when-helpinq-kids-cope-with-crisis/
Nosotros valoramos el gran esfuerzo que el personal escolar hace para mantener un ambiente de aprendizaje seguro y protegido. Por favor comuníquese con el personal del Distracto si necesita apoyo.
Cordialmente,
Gunn Marie Hansen, PH.D.
Vea la carta oficial de la Superintendente. PRESIONE AQUI
