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Advisory Councils & Committees
Advisory councils and committees are composed of SFUSD families, students, staff, and community members and advise the Board of Education.
- African American Parent Advisory Council (AAPAC)
  The AAPAC works to develop resources that allow families to more actively support the academic instruction their children receive and engage with educators and administrators in the San Francisco Unified School District.
  - Events and Recordings
    Events hosted or sponsored by AAPAC
  - Recent Updates
    Recent Updates from AAPAC
  - Important Family Resources
    A list of resources available with their contact information for African American families.
- Arts Equity Committee
  The SFUSD Arts Equity Committee seeks advance social justice and student equity in arts education across the school district.
- Charter Schools Oversight Committee
  Learn about the Charter Schools Oversight Committee (CSOC), which was established by the SFUSD Board in order to regularly review key metrics related to the management of charter schools within SFUSD.
- Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC)
  SFUSD Bond Program Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC)
- District English Learners Advisory Committee (DELAC)
  The purpose of the District English Learners Advisory Committee (DELAC), or subcommittee on English learner education, is to advise the district's local governing board (e.g., in person, by letters/reports) on programs and services for English learners.
- English Learners Advisory Committee (ELAC)
  The English Learners Advisory Committee (ELAC) is a committee for parents or other community members who want to advocate for English Learners.
- Equity Audit & Action Planning Committee
  Equity Audit & Action Planning Committee
- High School Task Force
  The SFUSD High School Task Force will gather input from the community on SFUSD's high schools and provide recommendations on how to improve high school policies, practices and programs for better student outcomes. The task force will also examine admissio
- Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Mātua Advisory Council (MAC)
  Our commitment is to serve our Pacific Islander students and families in San Francisco Unified School District. It’s our Island way of living.
  - Meet Our Community & Educational Partners
    SFUSD is creating a Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Parent Advisory Council. Parents will be developed as leaders and serve as advisors to SFUSD and the NHPI/S support services.
  - Community Resources
    Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Community Resources - San Francisco
  - Meetings
    Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander MAC Announcements
- Parcel Tax Oversight Committee
  The Parcel Tax Oversight Committee advises the Board of Education and provides oversight on how SFUSD spends parcel taxes from the Quality Teacher & Education Act (QTEA) and the Living Wage for Educators Act and Proposition J of 2020.
  - Document Archives
    View archives of meeting documents for the Parcel Tax Oversight Committee.
- Parent Advisory Council (PAC)
  The Parent Advisory Council (PAC) was created by the San Francisco Board of Education as a formal way for family perspectives to be included in the district’s decision-making process. PAC members actively reach out to engage families in district policy di
- School Names Advisory Committee
  The School Names Advisory Committee has been responsible for considering the relevance of schools names, evaluating the appropriateness of these names when they honor historical figures, and making recommendations to the Board of Education for further act
- School Site Council (SSC)
  The School Site Council (SSC) is an elected or selected group representative of the school’s staff, parents, and in secondary schools, students.
- World Language Council
  The World Language Council is advisory in nature and makes suggestions on communications and policies related to language programs supported by Multilingual Pathways.
About AAALI
The African American Achievement and Leadership Initiative (AAALI) holds SFUSD departments and City agencies accountable for providing a high – quality educational experience to African American students, and provides a platform for African American stu
- Community Narratives
- AAALI Newsletters
  Subpage for African American Achievement & Leadership Initiative's Newsletters
- 2019-2020 Data
- Strategies
  Strategies supporting African American students and their families.
- Black History Resource Guide
About SFUSD
Every day we provide each and every student the quality instruction and equitable support required to thrive in the 21st century.
- Our Mission and Vision
  Every day we provide each and every student the quality instruction and equitable support required to thrive in the 21st century.
  - Strategic Plan
  - Our Core Values
    Learn about the core values that unite all SFUSD employees and that guide us through the challenges that come our wat.
  - Service Standards
  - Vision 2025
    Re-imagining public education for a new generation
    - Graduate Profile
      The SFUSD Graduate Profile defines the knowledge, skills, dispositions, and behaviors we expect our graduates to possess so they are prepared to thrive in life and career.
      - Superintendent's 21st Century Awards
        The Superintendent’s 21st Century Award is granted to six graduating SFUSD seniors who exemplify a particular strength in one or more of the characteristics of the SFUSD Graduate Profile.
        
        2022
        Each year, six graduating SFUSD seniors receive a scholarship for exemplifying characteristics of the Graduate Profile.
        
        2021
        Each year, six graduating SFUSD seniors receive a scholarship for exemplifying characteristics of the Graduate Profile.
        
        2020
    - Ten Big Shifts
      Here are ten big shifts we want to see between now and 2025 for Vision 2025.
    - Vision Essentials
- Board of Education
  The Board of Education consists of seven elected commissioners. The Board of Education is responsible for establishing educational goals and standards; approving curriculum; setting the district budget, which is independent of the city's budget; confirmin
  - Board of Education Meetings
    Unless otherwise noticed, Regular meetings are held every 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month. All Regular and Committee meetings are open to the public.
    - 2023 Meeting Documents
      Get meeting agendas and video recordings from Board of Education meetings in 2023.
    - 2022 Meeting Documents
      Get meeting agendas and video recordings from Board of Education meetings in 2022.
    - 2021 Meeting Documents
      Get meeting agendas and video recordings from Board of Education meetings in 2021.
    - 2020 Meeting Documents
      Get meeting agendas, audio recordings, and k-resolution outcomes from Board of Education meetings in 2020.
    - Meeting Documents Archive
      Archive of Board of Education meeting agendas, audio recordings, and administratively- and Board-approved k-resolutions.
  - Board of Education Resources
    Board of Education Resources, Board Docs, Meeting Archives and BOE Meetings,
    - Continuous Improvement for Effective Governance
      In May 2022, the Board of Education and Superintendent Matt Wayne committed to becoming a highly effective governance team focused on student outcomes. Over the next two years, the Board will participate in joint training sessions with the superintendent
    - Effectiveness Procedure Explainer
      The school board’s procedures, and, therefore, its time is not focused on student learning. That needs to change because when the board isn’t focused on students, neither is the district. To change that, the board needs to update its procedures.
    - Oct. 15 Board of Education Workshop
      As part of the Board of Education's effort to improve governance effectiveness, we gathered input from the community and used it to refine the district’s vision, values, goals and guardrails at our Oct. 15 workshop.
  - Standing, Ad Hoc and Joint Committees
    View committee members and find the schedule for Board of Education standing, ad hoc and joint committee meetings.
  - Election Commission Appointee
    The San Francisco Board of Education has an appointment to the Elections Commission that is currently vacant. We are seeking candidates for appointment to the Commission.
- Our Team
  Meet the people working to make SFUSD great
  - Superintendent
    As superintendent of the San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD), Dr. Matt Wayne serves as the top executive of the seventh largest school district in California and the third largest employer in San Francisco. Guided by Vision 2025, a blueprint
    - Listening and Learning Town Halls
      As part of his 117-day plan, SFUSD Superintendent Dr. Matt Wayne will be engaging in a listening tour to meet the SFUSD community, listen to their experiences, needs, feedback, input and questions, and understand SFUSD’s strengths and needs.
    - Superintendent's Remarks
      Read the superintendent's remarks from regular Board of Education meetings.
      - April 26, 2022
        April 26, 2022 Superintendent's Remarks
      - April 12, 2022
        Read the superintendent's remarks from the April 12, 2022 regular Board of Education meeting. Includes updates about Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, LGBTQ Pride Month, Bike & Roll to School Week is April 18 - April 22, Health and Safety Update on Maski
      - March 22, 2022
        Read the superintendent's remarks from the March 22, 2022 regular Board of Education meeting. Includes updates on Ruth Asawa School of the Arts Mock Trial, Aptos Middle School STEAM program, school assignments, LGBTQ Student Services workshops, and Health
      - March 8, 2022
        Read the superintendent's remarks from the March 8, 2022 regular Board of Education meeting. Includes updates on rapid test kits, National School Social Worker Week, National School Breakfast Week, and Women's History Month.
  - Leadership Team
    Meet Superintendent Matt Wayne, the deputy superintendents, and division chiefs.
    - Assistant Superintendents
      Meet our assistant superintendents and learn which schools they supervise. The assistant superintendents are part of LEAD (Leadership Equity Achievement Design), and each assistant superintendent oversees a cohort of schools.
      - Interim Asst. Supt. of Elementary Schools and Cohort 3
        Tamitrice Rice-Mitchell is the interim assistant superintendent of elementary schools and assistant superintendent of Cohort 3.
      - Asst. Supt. of Elementary Schools Cohort 1
        Ana de Arce is the assistant superintendent of Cohort 1.
      - Asst. Supt. of Elementary Schools Cohort 2
        Wesley Tang is the assistant superintendent of Cohort 2.
      - Interim Asst. Supt. of Elementary Schools Cohort 4
        Jason Hannon is the interim assistant superintendent of Cohort 4.
      - Asst. Supt. of Elementary Schools Cohort 5
        Dr. E’leva Hughes Gibson is the assistant superintendent of Cohort 5.
      - Interim Asst. Supt. of Middle Schools
        Han Phung is the interim assistant superintendent of middle schools at SFUSD.
      - Interim Asst. Supt. of High Schools
        Davina Goldwasser is the interim assistant superintendent of high schools at SFUSD.
    - Division Heads
      Meet SFUSD's division heads.
      - Interim Associate Superintendent for Business Services
        Dr. Candi Clark is the Interim Associate Superintendent for Business Services at SFUSD.
      - Head of Academics
        Dr. Nicole Priestly serves as the Head of Academics for SFUSD. Dr. Priestly has over twenty-five years of experience in education, including an extensive background in instructional leadership. She has elementary classroom experience as well as experience
      - Interim Head of Communications and External Affairs
        Hong Mei Pang is the Interim Head of Communications and External Affairs.
      - Head of Facilities
        Dawn Kamalanathan joined SFUSD following twelve years with the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department (SFRPD), where she had served as the Director of Planning and Capital Management. She has many years of experience in city management, capital and
      - Interim Head Financial Officer
        Anne Marie Gordon serves as SFUSD's Interim Head Financial Officer.
      - Head General Counsel
        Danielle Houck serves as the general counsel to the San Francisco Unified School District. In this position, Ms. Houck works collaboratively with the Board of Education, the superintendent and district staff offering legal advice and counsel, while provid
      - Head of Human Resources
        Kristin Bijur came to this role after working as a classroom teacher for nine years, a school leader for eight years, and the Director and then Executive Director for Leadership Development in SFUSD for eight years.
      - Interim Head of Labor Relations
        Sam Bass is the Interim Head of Labor Relations.
      - Interim Head, Policy & Operations
        Jennifer LeBarre - Interim Head, Policy & Operations
      - Head of Research, Planning and Assessment
        Ritu Khanna is San Francisco Unified School District's Head of Research, Planning, and Assessment. The Research, Planning and Assessment Department is responsible for providing, analyzing and interpreting data, and for supporting data-driven decision maki
      - Head of Special Education
        Before becoming Head of Special Education, Jean Robertson was the principal at Glen Park School. Prior to that, Jean was a supervisor in the Special Education Department, Division of Instruction, Innovation and Social Justice for one year and the Principa
      - Head of Staff
        Learn more about the Head of Staff for the San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD).
      - Head of Student and Family Services
        Mele Lau-Smith grew up in San Francisco and attended SFUSD public schools. She raised four children on her own and was an SFUSD parent for 20 years. Mele has over 30 years of experience in both the public health sector and school districts with a particu
      - Head of Technology
        Melissa Dodd serves as the Head of Technology for SFUSD. Ms. Dodd is charged with leading the district's technology vision and digital district plan, Building a Digital District, which articulates the district’s strategy to transform learning with technol
  - Employee Recognition
    SFUSD's RAVE Awards recognize some of our outstanding employees. Learn more about how to nominate an employee or team for recognition and see past nominees and winners.
    - RAVE Nominees
      Rave nominees
    - RAVE Winners
      rave winners
    - RAVE FAQs
- Budget and LCAP
  Each year, the Superintendent seeks feedback from schools, district departments, the unions and the community. This input is used to develop a budget proposal based on the amount of funding it can expect from the state and other sources. Our Board of Educ
  - Schools Receive 2023-24 Capacities
    SFUSD is determining how many seats will be available at each school for the 2023-24 school year.
  - 2021 Budget Balancing
    Learn about SFUSD's budget balancing process for 2021.
    - Frequently Asked Questions
      Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about balancing the 2021 budget.
  - LCAP Task Force
    SFUSD staff, district advisory committees, labor partners and community organizations work collaboratively as the LCAP Task Force.
  - Early Literacy Support Block (ELSB) Grant
    San Francisco Unified School District applied and received the California Department of Education Early Literacy Support Block (ELSB) Grant. View literacy action plans and combined budget.
  - Grants Dashboard
    Grant Tracker Master
- Facts at a Glance
  Look up facts and data about SFUSD, such as enrollment, what neighborhoods students are from, and more.
- News
  Find out about the latest happenings at SFUSD, read news stories about SFUSD, read the Superintendent's column, and more.
  - Press Releases
    Find out what's happening at SFUSD
  - Media Coverage of SFUSD
    Recent news coverage about SFUSD
    - KALW Radio Poets
  - From the Desk of the Superintendent
    Read SFUSD Superintendent Dr. Matt Wayne's biweekly column from local newspapers, published in English, Spanish and Cantonese. (Please note that all postings prior to August 2022 are by previous SFUSD Superintendent Dr. Vincent Matthews)
  - Newsletters
    Read issues of our monthly newsletters to the SFUSD community.
  - SFUSD Blog
    Read the latest stories about what's happening at the San Francisco Unified School District
- Contact Us
  Find contact resources, including information about our schools, our departments, and the administrative staff directory. This page includes information on how to request student records, employee records, and public records.
  - Staff Directory
    View SFUSD administrative staff and department directories. These directories do not list teachers and may not reflect all current staff or current contact information.
  - Departments
    Find an SFUSD department in this directory
    - Organizational Charts
      View organizational charts (org charts) of SFUSD divisions and departments.
Before and After School Programs
Find out more about SFUSD's before and after school programs, including ExCEL
- ExCEL After School Programs
  The ExCEL After School Programs mission is to create and sustain "safe havens" at public schools where students and community members can access expanded learning opportunities and integrated education, health, social service, and cultural programs in the
- After School Programs
  The 21st Century Community Learning Centers, ASES, and ASSETS programs provide a safe place for students to go after school, as well as opportunities for education and enrichment.
- Lead Agencies
  ExCEL partners with local agencies (CBO Partners) to deliver quality after school programs to our school sites.
- Quality Action Plan: The Bus
  Our ExCEL programs strive to create high quality school based afterschool experiences for youth. We imagine ourselves as a vehicle—supporting young people on their academic, social, and emotional journeys.
- School Sites
  ExCEL operates 89 afterschool programs in elementary schools, K-8 schools, middle schools, and high schools in the various San Francisco neighborhoods.
- State and City Initiatives
  State and City Initiatives
BeWell
This the landing page for information about the BeWell Wellness Policy.
- Student Activity & Youth-Led Action
  Information about Students Action for wellness
  - Youth Teams
    Student led health programs
    - Nutrition Outreach Workers
      Nutrition Outreach Workers at Balboa High School, Lincoln High School, and Willie Brown Middle School carry out nutrition-focused wellness initiatives at their school sites. NOWs promote California Specialty Crops available at local Farmers’ Markets to
    - Water Task Force
      Water Task Force student leaders utilize a peer education model to promote drinking more water and less sugary beverages to other students at their schools. Water Ambassadors engage their peers through taste tests of fruit infused water, educational event
    - The Bigger Picture BeWell
      The Bigger Picture Project is led by Poet Mentors from Youth Speaks and is designed to support students to create poetry, rap and spoken word on the structural forces that lead to increased Type II Diabetes in marginalized communities, create school c
    - Black Student Union BeWell
      This collaboration between the Black Student Union (BSU) and the Be well committee at Ulloa Elementary School created school community and explored nutritional issues that affect the Black community including targeting of sugary products. Students mad
  - BeWell Student Leaders
    Get to know our BeWell student leaders
  - Opportunities for Students
    BeWell offers opportunities for students as well as partners with these programs who are looking for young San Franciscans to help make SF happy and healthy!
- Educator Resources
  Information about the Wellness Policy for Educators
  - Harvest of the Month
    Harvest of the Month celebrates the bounty and diversity of fruits and vegetables grown in California. Each month, we highlight a seasonal and locally sourced fruit or vegetable on our menus, through recipe videos, newsletters, giveaways, and more! Be
  - Cooking in the Classroom
    A resource page for educators wanting to cook in the classroom.
- Community Involvement
  Information about the Wellness Policy for Community Stakeholders.
- Family Engagement
  Community Involvement related to the wellness policy
- Staff Wellness
  This is a page dedicated to help school personnel with their own wellness needs.
- Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) Model
  Whole Child, Whole Community, Whole School Model
- Policies
  Listing of Wellness, Physical Education, and Health Education Policies
- Learn the Facts
- BeWell Chronicles
  The newsletter for the Wellness Policy
  - Fall 2019 Be Well Chronicles
- Contact Us
  Contact the Be Well team
Counseling and Post-Secondary Success
SFUSD Office of Counseling Resources and Information
- Students and Families
  page for students and families to access resources and support services
  - How to Access Your Unofficial Transcript
  - Are You Ready for Middle School?
    page for students and families on information about SFUSD middle schools and what to expect when transitioning from elementary to middle school
  - Are You Ready for High School?
    page for students and families on information about what is expected in an SFUSD high school and what is needed to be ready to transition from middle school to high school
  - Graduate High School
    page for students and families to access information on what is needed to graduate from a SFUSD high school
    - Taking courses outside of SFUSD: What do you need to know?
      page for students, families, and counselors to reference when considering taking non-SFUSD courses, courses outside of SFUSD (online classes, BYU, community college classes)
  - Life After High School
    page for students and families to access resources for life after high school (4-year college, university, 2-year college, community college, vocational school, work, career, financial aid, etc.)
    - College & Career Resources for Student with Learning Supports
      page with college and career resources for students with learning supports (e.g. IEP, 504)
  - Financial Aid & Scholarships
    page for students and families to access financial aid and scholarship information and resources
- Counseling Interns
  - Counseling Intern Placement Procedures
    page for prospective and continuing school counseling interns with SFUSD
COVID-19 Response Updates and Resources
Get updates for SFUSD families and students on our COVID-19 (coronavirus) response, such as resources for distance learning, plans for in-person learning, and more.
- Announcements & Updates
  Latest COVID-19 Updates for Families and Students from SFUSD
  - Board Presentations
    Learn more about policies for in-person learning and find Board of Education meeting presentations about the Return Safely Together plan.
- Health & Safety Guidelines
  View guidelines that students and families can take for a healthy and safe return to school during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  - Health & Safety Protocols FAQs
    Frequently asked questions about health and safety protocols for COVID-19 for the Fall 2021 return to in-person learning.
  - Daily Health Screening
    Before you leave home, please answer these daily health screening questions to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
  - Promoting Behaviors That Reduce Spread
    Promoting Behaviors that Reduce Spread: Face Masks and Cloth Face Coverings, Hand Washing or Sanitizing
  - Maintaining Healthy Environments
    Maintaining Healthy Environments: Cleaning and Disinfection, Ventilation, personal protective equipment (PPE) distribution at SFUSD school sites
    - Facilities FAQs
      Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about maintaining healthy environments and facilities, including information on ventilation.
  - When Someone Gets Sick
    Monitoring and Testing for COVID-19: If Someone Tests Positive for COVID-19, Close Contacts, Staff and Students at the School, Families and Staff Associated with the School, Cleaning and Disinfecting, Monitoring for Possible Outbreaks
    - Testing Positive, Group Contact Tracing, and Quarantine FAQs
      Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about group contact tracing, when someone gets sick, tests positive for COVID-19, has COVID-19 symptoms.
- COVID-19 Testing
  Learn more about COVID-19 testing for students, including on-site tests and at-home test kits.
  - Take-Home Molecular Test Kits
    Take-home self-swab molecular test kits from Color are available at school sites for SFUSD students and staff. Samples can be dropped off at any SFUSD school site, SFUSD Color mobile test sites, or central office drop-off locations.
  - At-Home Antigen Test Kits
    Learn more about using COVID-19 at-home antigen test kits and how to get free test kits from the federal government.
  - Monitoring & Testing for COVID-19 FAQs
    Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about monitoring and testing for COVID-19.
  - COVID-19 Testing Dashboard
    View a dashboard that shares COVID-19 testing data, including how many tests have been completed, the number of positive tests, and the rate of positive tests. This dashboard reflects COVID-19 positive cases that have been reported since January 3, 2023,
    - COVID-19 Testing Dashboard Archive (Fall, 2022)
      View COVID-19 testing data for SFUSD from August 17, 2022 - January 2, 2023
    - COVID-19 Testing Dashboard Archive (Spring & Summer, 2022)
      Below is COVID-19 case data for Spring & Summer Semester, 2022
    - COVID-19 Testing Dashboard Archive (Spring & Fall, 2021)
      View COVID-19 testing data for SFUSD from April 12th, 2021 - January 2nd, 2022
- COVID-19 Vaccine Resources
  Get resources on the COVID-19 vaccine, including a calendar of COVID-19 vaccination events, fact sheets, what to expect, and how to find out when you are eligible to get a vaccine.
  - Pediatric Vaccines (Ages 6mo-11y)
    Learn more about COVID-19 pediatric vaccines and boosters for children ages 6 months to 11 years.
  - COVID-19 Science & Vaccination FAQs
    Frequently asked questions about COVID-19 and COVID-19 vaccination.
- Frequently Asked Questions
  Frequently asked questions about SFUSD and COVID-19 (the novel coronavirus).
  - SF Loves Learning Show
    View archived footages of SFUSD's TV show on KTVU Plus
    - Past Seasons
    - Credits
  - Transition Back to In-Person School
    Going back to school or starting school for the first time can be an anxious and exciting time for children. Review these tips for supporting your child as they transition back to in-person school.
  - Fall 2021 School Reopening Town Halls
    Join SFUSD leaders and UCSF experts at a virtual town hall about health and safety during Fall 2021 school reopening on July 6, 7, and 8.
  - Staff Resources
    Get staff resources for the Spring 2021 return to in-person learning.
  - 2020-21 School Closure Dates
    Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent stay-at-home orders, SFUSD school sites were closed from March 16, 2020 through April 10, 2021. During this time, instruction was provided through remote learning.
Curriculum & Assessments
- Early Education
  Information about early education curriculum and assessments.
- Elementary School
  Information about elementary school curriculum and assessments.
  - English Language Arts
    Elementary English Language Arts
  - Mathematics
    Elementary school math curriculum, resources and information for parents of SFUSD students.
    - Kindergarten Math
      Landing page for parents to learn about Kindergarten Math
    - Grade 1 Math
      Landing page for parents to learn about Grade 1 Math
    - Grade 2 Math
      Landing page for parents to learn about Grade 2 Math
    - Grade 3 Math
      Landing page for parents to learn about Grade 3 Math
    - Grade 4 Math
      Landing page for parents to learn about Grade 4 Math
    - Grade 5 Math
      Landing page for parents to learn about Grade 5 Math
    - Grade 4-5 Math
      Overview of SFUSD multi-grade 4th and 5th grade math curriculum
  - Science
    Information for elementary school students and family members in SFUSD. Links to Amplify science on Clever. Information from the office of Curriculum and Instruction. "C&I Science"
- Middle School
  About Middle School Curriculum & Assessments
  - English Language Arts
    Middle School English/Language Arts
    - 6th Grade Family Letters
      Here you will find the family letters for 6th grade.
    - 7th Grade Family Letters
      Here you will find the family letters for 7th grade.
    - 8th Grade Family Letters
      Here you will find the family letters for 8th grade.
  - Mathematics
    Middle school math resources and information for parents of SFUSD students.
    - Grade 7 Math
      Landing page for parents to learn about Grade 7 Math
    - Grade 8 Math
      Landing page for parents to learn about Grade 8 Math
    - Grade 6 Math
      Landing page for parents to learn about Grade 6 Math
  - Science
    Information for middle school students and family members in SFUSD Science courses. Links to the Student edition of textbooks for grades 6, 7 and 8. Information from the office of Curriculum and Instruction. "C&I Science"
- High School
  High School Curriculum & Assessments
  - English/Language Arts
    Families can learn about English/Language Arts in High School.
  - Mathematics
    High school math resources and information for parents of SFUSD students.
    - Algebra 1
      Information about the SFUSD CCSS Algebra 1 course for SFUSD parents.
    - Geometry
      Landing page for parents to learn about high school geometry in SFUSD
    - Algebra 2
      Information about the SFUSD CCSS Algebra 2 course for parents and students.
    - Algebra 2 + Precalculus
      Information about the SFUSD Algebra 2 + Precalculus course for parents and students.
  - Science
    Information for high school students and family members in SFUSD Science courses. Links to the Student edition of textbooks for NGSS chemistry, physics and biology courses. Information from the office of Curriculum and Instruction. "C&I Science",
  - Career Technical Education (CTE)
    SFUSD CTE addresses barriers so that students from historically and systemically under-resourced communities have opportunities to access career exploration, practice and mastery of technical skills, and early-college course work. In partnership wit
    - Career Technical Education: CTE Programs
      With 53 programs at 14 high schools, CTE prepares students for jobs ranging from Biotech to Culinary to Engineering. Across all Pathways, students are developing their technical skills while also cultivating career skills like critical thinking, initiativ
    - Career Technical Education: Partners Resources
      Check out our Partner Resources to help plan your next work-based learning activity.
    - Career Technical Education: Events
      Career Technical Education is experiential, and interactive learning is core to our mission. Sign up for events like mock interviews, end-of-year senior capstone defense, and our Annual Career Pathways Showcase on this page.
    - Career Technical Education: Student Resources
      CTE students can complete the following tasks independently to be workforce ready!
    - Career Technical Education: Get Involved
      Learn about our current partnerships and how you can join us to prepare San Francisco's future workforce!
    - Career Technical Education: Contact Us
      Do you need more information or have questions about the CTE program? Connect to the right person on our team by learning more about us.
  - Credit Recovery
    The office of College and Career seeks to serve off-track and underrepresented students to achieve high school graduation and college success, as well as to prevent/reduce the number of off-track students
    - Online Learning for Credit Recovery
      Provides schools a flexible learning management system to improve student achievement. Courses are rigorous (UC a-g approved) and interactive, ensuring students are engaged in the learning process.
    - Summer School
      Summer School Classes for Credit Recovery, English Language Development and Senior Graduation
    - Evening and Saturday School
      Evening and Saturday school is offered during the Fall and Spring Semesters to high school students who need to retake a course for credit recovery.
  - Early College
    Earn college and high school credits through dual enrollment with Early College.
    - Applying to CCSF as a High School Student
      Apply to CCSF
  - Internships
    SFUSD Department of College and Career Programs offers various paid opportunities for SFUSD high school students.
    - Available Internships
      Offered through the Office of College and Career Readiness, a division of SFUSD Curriculum and Instruction.
      - Work Based Learning Summer Internships
        Internships in career sectors with industry partners
      - Future Educator Project
        Year round internships for high school youth
      - Health and Medical Internships
        Work in a Lab, Hospital or Senior Living Facility
      - Summer Career Exploration Program: Auto, Construction. or Law
        Join one of our Summer Career Exploration Programs (SCEP) in one of four exciting and in-demand career fields. Choose Automotive, Construction, Health, or Law as your focus and gain work experience and industry connections, while earning college credit th
- Subjects
  - Humanities
    Humanities
  - Science PK-12
    Learn about science curriculum, resources and information from prekindergarten through 12th grade. "C&I Science", "Curriculum and Instruction"
  - The Arts PK-12
    Learn about the visual and performing arts skills your student will learn in SFUSD from prekindergarten through graduation.
    - Dance
      Learn about the dance skills your student will learn in SFUSD from prekindergarten through graduation.
    - Digital Media Arts
    - Music
    - Theatre
    - Visual Arts
  - History/ Social Science + Ethnic Studies
    History/ Social Science page for information, content, links, and resources.
- Additional Learning Opportunities
Digital District Day
Learn more about the annual Digital District Day professional development event, including how to register to attend and other pertinent information.
- DDD Session Recordings
  Review the recordings of sessions offered during this year's 2022 Digital District Day event (DDD).
- Attendee resources
  Attendees can find information about how to join Digital District Day or DDD how to be paid for their time at DDD, and who to contact for further questions.
- Presenter resources
  This page is for presenters at our 2021 Digital District Day event.
Digital Portfolios
Learn about the use of Digital Portfolios in SFUSD
Digital Storytelling PLC
PLC focused on digital storytelling
The Root - DLeaF Program
Resources and information for SFUSD's Digital Learning Facilitator Program (DLeaF)
- Program Info & FAQs
  Information and FAQs for the DLeaF program
- Deeper Learning resources
  A primary focus of the DLeaF program is supporting site implementation of SFUSD's four (4) Deeper Learning Core Instructional Priorities: equitable access & demand, inquiry, collaboration, and assessment for learning.
  - Equitable Access & Demand
    A primary focus of the DLeaF program is supporting site implementation of SFUSD's four (4) Deeper Learning Core Instructional Priorities, including equitable access & demand.
  - Inquiry
    A primary focus of the DLeaF program is supporting site implementation of SFUSD's four (4) Deeper Learning Core Instructional Priorities, including inquiry.
  - Collaboration
    A primary focus of the DLeaF program is supporting site implementation of SFUSD's four (4) Deeper Learning Core Instructional Priorities, including collaboration.
  - Assessment for Learning
    A primary focus of the DLeaF program is supporting site implementation of SFUSD's four (4) Deeper Learning Core Instructional Priorities, including assessment for learning.
- Deeper Learning Portfolios
  All DLeaFs will take a deep dive into one Core Instructional Priority for the Fall and Spring of the 22-23 school year. At each DLeaF meeting, you will have an opportunity to build, reflect, share, and contribute to your individual DLeaF Portfolio whil
- Exhibition of Learning
  What DLeaFs will need to know about the Exhibition of Learning
- Digital Learning Opportunities
  Information about DLeaF Opportunities
- Cohort Collaboration
  Resources for cohort collaboration for the DLeaF program
  - EED cohort
    Information & resources for DLeaFs in the EED (early education) cohort
  - Cohort 1
    Information & resources for DLeaFs in cohort 1 schools
  - Cohort 2
    Information & resources for DLeaFs in cohort 2 schools
  - Cohort 3
    Information & resources for DLeaFs in cohort 3 schools
  - Cohort 4
    Information & resources for DLeaFs in cohort 4 schools
  - Cohort 5
    Information & resources for DLeaFs in cohort 5 schools
  - MS cohort
    Information & resources for DLeaFs in the MS (middle school) cohort
  - HS cohort
    Information & resources for DLeaFs in the HS (high school) cohort
- Digital Agency
  Resources for DLeaFs for Digital Agency week and Digital Agency certification
- Digital Learning Week - February 21-24, 2023
  Information & resources for Digital Learning Week, for both sites and DLeaFs
- DLSS Adoption
  SFUSD's Digital Learning Scope & Sequence provides educators with a grade-level breakdown of best practices and recommended digital tools for integrating tech within the core curriculum in support of 21st century learning. This page has resources for DLea
- Family Support & Device Management
  Resources and information for DLeaFs for helping families with technology and for managing devices, such as Chromebooks, at sites.
- Site PD Resources
  Professional development resources for DLeaFs to use & share at their sites
Doing Business with SFUSD
- Bids/RFP Process
- Current Informal Bids
  Current Informal Bids
- Current Invitations for Bids
  Current Invititions for bids, Current RFP, Current Informal Bids, CUPCCAA, Bids/RFP Process, Prequalified General Contractors and Subcontractors
  - Archived Bids
    Archived Bids
- Current RFPs, RFQs, RFOs & RFIs
  Current RFPs, RFQs, RFOs & RFIs
- Prequalified General Contractors and Subcontractors
  Prequalified General Contractors and Subcontractors
- Local Hiring Policy
- Prevailing Wage Rates & Other Labor Code Requirements
- Using and Renting SFUSD Facilities
  Using and Renting SFUSD Facilities
  - Using or Renting SFUSD Facilities
    Using or Renting SFUSD Facilities
- Real Estate
  The real estate department coordinates, develops, and administers lease agreements, facility use permits, license agreements, easement agreements, and collection of developer fees. The real estate department also acquires, sells, and leases property for t
- SFUSD CUPCCAA Program
  SFUSD CUPCCAA Program
  - CUPCCAA Invitations for Bids
    CUPCCAA Invitations for Bids
Early Education
The SFSUD Early Education Department operates classrooms across the city of San Francisco, including 11 early education schools (EES) that specialize solely in PreKindergarten (PK), Transitional Kindergarten (TK), PK, and Out-of-School Time (OST) programs
- Early Education Programs
  The Early Education Department offers programs for PreKindergarten, and Out of School Time (OST).
  - Shoestrings Children's Center
    Shoestrings Children's Center
    - Tour the Shoestrings Children's Center
      The structural design of our Shoestrings Children’s Center is both intentional and nurturing in order to provide children with a safe place to learn positive self-regulatory skills to thrive socially, emotionally and academically in their school setting
    - Shoestrings Resources
    - Shoestrings Referral Page
      Referring a child to the Shoestrings Program.
    - Shoestrings - Press and Media
- Prekindergarten
  With 36 locations throughout San Francisco and two schedule options, SFUSD offers a Prekindergarten program that works for your family. Qualifying families can also attend at low or no cost.
  - Cost & Fees
    SFUSD PreKindergarten has both subsidized and tuition-based options.
  - Schedule Options
    Schedule Options - Prekindergarten
  - Frequently Asked Questions
    Frequently Asked Questions - Prekindergarten
  - Assessments
    EED Assessments
  - How to Apply
    SFUSD has different types of early education programs that are available for families. We provide part-time and full-time programs for infants, toddlers, preschool, and school-aged children. We are able to provide different programs for your child becaus
- Out of School Time (OST) Program
  SFUSD’s Early Education Department launched the Out-Of-School Time (OST) Program to help children in transitional kindergarten (TK) through fifth grade use their free time by building on what they’ve learned during the school day, by developing new skills
  - Enroll in an OST Program
    Enrollment information and forms for Early Education Out of School Time (OST) Program
Enroll in SFUSD Schools
Learn how and when to apply and enroll in school and how the student assignment process works.
- Discover Schools
  SFUSD offers a wide variety of high quality school programs. While every school is responsible for teaching our children using the same high academic standards, each school has unique features and services. Explore your school options to find out which sc
  - Student Success Stories
    Learn how students from all backgrounds found success in SFUSD.
  - Tips on Choosing Schools
    SFUSD offers many high quality school programs. Explore your options to find which schools will best meet your child’s needs.
  - School Videos
    Take a look at the brief 5 minute videos produced by each school.
  - School Tours
    How families can request in-person school tours
  - Available tools to help discover schools
    Test
- Apply to Schools
  Learn how to apply to SFUSD schools
  - Apply for 2023-2024 School Year
    Enroll in SFUSD schools for 2023-2024
  - Applying to Lowell High School
    Summary of the Admission Criteria and the Application Process for Lowell High School for the 2023-24 School Year.
  - Ruth Asawa School of the Arts
    The Ruth Asawa San Francisco School of the Arts is a public, audition-based, alternative high school in the San Francisco Unified School District committed to equity and excellence in the arts and academics for all of our community members.
  - Transitional Kindergarten
    Read more about the new age requirements and how you can apply for TK!
    - TK Eligibility Expansion
      More students are now eligible for Transitional Kindergarten (TK)
  - Enrolling Special Education Students
    Learn how to enroll in SFUSD's special education programs.
  - Apply for 2022-2023
    Enroll in SFUSD schools today for 2022-2023
    - Current Year Enrollment
      Information for families who still need to find a school for the 2022-23 school year.
  - Key Dates
    Key dates for enrolling for the 2023-2024 school year.
  - Required Documents
    List of documents needed to apply to SFUSD
  - Enrollment Requirements
    A list of required documents for applying to SFUSD
  - How to Submit Paper or PDF Forms and Applications
    Instructions on how to submit forms and applications to the Educational Placement Center by paper or PDF
  - Applicant Types
    SFUSD is committed to welcoming all students to provide them with excellent educational opportunities.
- Resources
  Information to support the enrollment process
  - Applications and Forms
    Forms, Videos, Enrollment Guide
  - School Start and End Times for 2022-23
    Start and end times for the 2022-23 school year.
  - Before and After School Programs
    View the list of before and after school programs available at SFUSD schools.
  - Language Assessments
    Information on language assessments for SFUSD language programs.
    - Enrolling English Learners
      Find SFUSD resources on who is an English Learner; how to enroll an English Learner in an SFUSD school; language assessment; language pathway options; English Learner reclassification; and Special Education for English Leaners.
  - Enrollment Guide
    The enrollment guide is your one-stop-shop for the enrollment process—it contains information on all our schools, details the enrollment process, and provides information about programs such as special education and language immersion.
  - Help Videos
    How-to videos, guides, and other enrollment resources.
  - Enrollment Workshops
    If you have questions about the enrollment process or want to live chat with a placement counselor, please join us for a workshop where placement counselors will explain the steps and answer your questions.
  - Decline Your Assignment
    How to decline your school assignment, cancel your enrollment application, or withdraw from your current school
  - Frequently Asked Questions
    Frequently asked questions regarding our Main Round AND Round 2 of assignment, Parentvue, and Charter Schools.
  - Glossary of Terms
    For families: Enrollment Terms and their definitions
- Student Assignment Policy
  Detailed information about the SFUSD Student Assignment Policy
  - Annual Enrollment Highlights
    Learn more about annual enrollment results
  - Tiebreakers
    Read more about tiebreakers and how these are ranked according to the school type and grade level.
    - City Wide Schools
      City-wide means there is no attendance area, and as a result city-wide schools and programs do not provide a tie-breaker for students who live near the school.
  - Ad Hoc Committee on Student Assignment
    The Ad Hoc Committee on Student Assignment is a subcommittee of the Board of Education. Each year, the Ad Hoc Committee on Student Assignment hosts a series of public working meetings with staff to monitor SFUSD’s student assignment policy.
  - Student Assignment Policy Community Workshops
    Information about the community information meetings on October 27, 28, and 29 and November 7 on the student assignment policy that the Board will vote on in December.
    - Student Assignment Policy Research Partnerships
      In support of SFUSD’s work to develop and implement a new Student Assignment Policy, the district has ongoing partnerships with four different research groups.
  - Timeline of New Student Assignment Policy
    A timeline of the policy development and implementation process
- Changes to Student Assignment for Elementary Schools
  Learn about SFUSD's new student assignment system for elementary schools that's going into effect starting school year 2026-2027
  - September 2022 Announcement
    In order to create maps of zones that reflect district priorities and portfolio decisions, the district has decided to extend the implementation timeline for the new elementary student assignment policy by one year, to 2026-27.
  - Frequently Asked Questions
    Answers to frequently asked questions about the new elementary school student assignment policy
  - Student Assignment Newsletter
    This newsletter will provide updates and share opportunities to join the conversation as we begin to implement the new policy.
  - Student Assignment Blog
    Stay up to date as SFUSD redesigns its elementary school assignment policy
  - Community Engagement
    A summary of the community engagement activities that SFUSD has conducted for the new assignment policy
  - Newsroom
    News coverage of SFUSD's new elementary school student assignment policy
- Contact Us
  Contact the Educational Placement Center and Early Education Department
ExCEL After School Programs HUB
The ExCEL After School Programs HUB is a site for Directors, Program Managers, Site Coordinators, and Fiscal Reps to find news and information regarding their programs.
- ExCEL Main Calendar
- ExCEL Staff, Schools & CBOs
  Schools and contact info for ExCEL team members
- Quality Action Plan: The QAP Journey
  Our journey to provide high quality After School Programs for SFUSD students.
- STEAM Communities of Practice
  This mandatory, monthly PD series focuses on facilitating activities that incorporate & strengthen students’ skills in Science, Technology, Arts, Engineering & Math - STEAM.
- ExCEL Manuals & Resources
  Find information and links to key documents for ExCEL After School Program Lead Agencies.
- Teaching about Race & Anti-Racism
  Resources for Teaching about Race, Anti-Racism & Violence
- Professional Development
  Resources for programs to enhance youth development skills and practices
  - Resources & Ideas from Colleagues
- ExCEL Evaluation Report SY21-22
  ExCEL Evaluation Report for School Year 2021-22
- Intent to Apply: 21st CCLC & ASSETs
  21 CCLC Intent to Apply
The Facilities Services Apprenticeship Program
The SFUSD Apprenticeship Program is a community and neighborhood engagement job training program.
Family-School Communications
Learn what tools and services schools use to communicate with families; sign up for notifications; and get resources and help for Family Portal, Google Classroom, and more.
- Student Portal (StudentVue)
  This is a guide to help students navigate and use StudentVue/
  - StudentVUE app updates
    a summary of app updates
  - StudentVue app features
    How to use your StudentVue account
- Family Portal (ParentVUE)
  Information on ParentVUE
  - ParentVUE app updates
    ParenVue App update
  - Activate Your Account
    Steps on how to activate your Family Portal (ParentVUE) account
  - Online Application
    The Online Application is now available for families applying for the 2023-24 school year. If you would like to submit a paper application, please visit www.sfusd.edu/enroll or contact the Educational Placement Center.
  - Device Request Form
    This doc will help guide families through the process of Device Request form.
  - ParentVUE Features
    - Family Portal Adventure
  - ➤ Update Your Contact Info
    How to update your email and phone number in Family Portal (ParentVUE)
  - ➤ View Student Email and Password
    How to view student's login info in ParentVUE
  - ➤ View Clever Badges (PK-2 Students)
  - ➤ ParentVUE Email Notifications
    ParentVUE Email Notifications
  - ➤ Email School Site Staff
  - ➤ Complete the Emergency Card Form
    How to Complete the Emergency Card Form in ParentVUE
  - ➤ View Documents and Letters
    Learn how to view placement letters, assignment letters, report cards, and other important documents in ParentVUE
  - ➤ ParentVUE Acknowledgements
    How to submit and download Family Rights Forms in ParentVUE Acknowledgements
  - ➤ View Assignments in ParentVUE
  - Frequently Asked Questions
    Frequently Asked Questions about ParentVUE or Family Portal
  - ParentVUE Known Issues
    Information and updates on ParentVUE performance issues affecting users
- Family Newsletters and Announcements
  Get the latest news from SFUSD from our weekly Family Announcements Bulletin (FAB) or our monthly Family Newsletter.
  - Family Email Newsletter Archive
    View past issues of our monthly family email newsletter.
- District and School Notifications
  When large group notifications must go out, SFUSD contacts families by phone, email and text message using a system called SchoolMessenger, which is one of the most widely used communications tools for PreK-12 districts. SFUSD and your school use SchoolMe
- I'm Not Receiving District Notifications
  What to do if you are not receiving notifications or communications from your school or from the district.
- Translation and Interpretation Services for Families
  Find out what translation and interpretation services are available for SFUSD families.
- About the SFUSD Website
  Get tips on how to navigate the SFUSD website. Speed up your ability to find the content you are seeking. This includes tips for both public and employee content.
  - How to Translate This Website
    Learn how to use the Google Translate widget to translate sfusd.edu into non-English languages.
Foster Youth Services Coordinating Program
The San Francisco Foster Youth Services Coordinating Program (FYSCP) strives to address the unique educational needs of foster youth by working collaboratively with youth, caregivers, schools, placing agencies, and other service providers. Who qualifi
- Programs and Services
  Schools can be an important source of stability for children in foster care. Short- and long-term benefits can be found when youth feel supported and successful in their educational achievements. The Foster Youth Services Coordinating Program (FYSCP) offe
- Events
  Foster Youth Services provides a wide range of resources to foster youth caregivers, including community and education resources for yourself and your child.
- Policies that Support Foster Youth
- Contacts
  Every district and County Office of Education has support for foster youth.
- Resources
  The following forms are provided by the Foster Youth Services CoordinatingProgram (FYSCP) for caregivers, service providers, court staff, youth and those interested in supporting permanency for foster youth.
Healthy Choices AmeriCorps
Healthy Choices AmeriCorps
- What We Do
  Healthy Choices AmeriCorps: What We Do
- Impact
  Healthy Choices AmeriCorps' Impact
- Get Involved
  Healthy Choices AmeriCorps is Hiring!
Health Education
SFUSD Health Education - information and support for mental health, substance use, healthy relationship, nutrition, fitness, safety and sexuality education in San Francisco Unified School District
- Elementary Health Education
  Landing page for Elementary Health Education
  - Elementary Curricula
    Information on Elementary Health Curricula
  - Health and Standards-Based Report Cards
    Health and Report Cards
- Middle Grade Health Education
  Resources for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade Health Education.
- High School Health Education
  This is the landing page for High School Health Education Resources
- Substance Use Education
  This is the landing page for substance abuse education for elementary, middle, and high school.
- Resources for Health Educators
  Resources for Health Educators
- Policies and Mandates
  health education policies and mandates
- Youth Outreach Workers
  This is the landing page for Health Education Programs
  - HS YOW Resources
    High School Youth Outreach Reseaources
- SHAB: Student Health Advisory Board
  Student Health Advisory Board
  - Public Service Announcement (PSA) Contest
    Anti-smoking/vaping Public Service Announcement Contest about for SFUSD Youth in 4th-12th grade.
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
Indian Education Program, Title VI
Culture, Knowledge, Pride, Identity
- Student Services & Resources
  Indian Education Program - Student Services & Resources
- Family Resources
  Indian Education Program - Family Resources
- 506 Forms
  506 forms
- Get Involved - Join PAC!
- Community Collaborators
  Indian Education Program - Community Collaborators
- Contact Us
  Indian Education Program - We Value Your Input
Info for Employees
Find information for current, former and prospective SFUSD employees.
- EMPowerSF
  A public-facing overview of EMPowerSF.
  - EMPowerSF Resolution Dashboard
    To address the payroll state of emergency, SFUSD is developing an EMPowerSF Resolution Dashboard to transparently communicate our progress in fixing the system.
- Benefits & Insurance Resources
  SFUSD employees: Find information on your benefits and insurance options, including WageWorks FSA, employee injuries and workers' compensation, and our Employee Assistance Program. This page includes links to benefits summaries by employee classification,
- Salary
  SFUSD job seekers: Find information on our competitive salaries and benefits.
- Labor Relations
  Find Labor Relations resources for SFUSD and its Bargaining Units, including labor union contracts/ collective bargaining agreements, salary schedules, etc.
  - Labor Contracts, MOUs & Salary Schedules
    Find SFUSD contracts, salary schedules, memorandum of understanding, and labor agreements for UESF, UASF, SEIU, IFPTE, LiUNA, IUOE, IBEW, IUPAT, Glaziers, Iron Workers, Carpenters, Teamster, Painters, Plumbers
  - Labor FAQs - Return to School
    Personnel & Labor Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) re: returning to school post-COVID
  - Negotiations Updates
    Find updates on negotiations between SFUSD and United Educators of San Francisco (UESF).
- National Board Support Program
  We provide supports for teachers going through National Board Certification. We also support National Board Certified Teachers (NBCTs) to grow their practice and leadership within our district.
  - Potential Candidates
    Information for people interested in National Board Certification.
  - Candidates for Certification
    Resources for Candidates for National Board Certification
  - National Board Certified Teachers
  - Maintenance of Certification
    Information for NCBTs who want to learn more about Maintenance of Certification (MOC) Process and what supports we offer.
- Professional Learning and Leadership
  The Professional Learning and Leadership team, within the Division of Professional Growth and Development, within the Department of Curriculum and Instruction.
  - 18 Paid PD Hours for SFUSD Educators!
    UESF certificated and classified educators receive a total of 18 hours of paid professional development each school year.
  - Teacher Leader Fellowship & Lesson Study in SFUSD
    The Teacher Leader Fellowship is a 1-4 years opportunity to grow your leadership, facilitation, and teaching practice.
    - Learn and Join The Teacher Leader Fellowship
      how to apply to teacher leader fellowship program
    - Project Based Learning Strand of the Teacher Leader Fellowship
      Project Based Learning Strand of the Teacher Leader Fellowship
  - Paraeducator Leadership Network
    Professional Learning, Mentoring, and Coaching for Paraeducators
    - Members of Our Paraeducator Leadership Network
      Bios of PLN
    - Paraeducator Institute
      The Paraeducator Institute is designed to support paraeducators to feel valued and supported and to allow paraeducators to engage in meaningful and relevant professional development.
  - SFUSD Administrator Micro-Grants
    Apply for up to $2500 to learn with other SFUSD administrators
  - Professional Learning and Development Team
    Meet the Professional Learning and Development (PLL) team that does such amazing work
Information for Job Seekers
Learn what it means to work at SFUSD and how to find and apply for job openings, including opportunities for teachers, administrators, paraeducators, classified staff, and substitutes. Also includes salary and benefits information. Current employees can a
- Administrator Careers
  Apply today through careers.sfusd.edu
- Certificated Careers
  Apply today through careers.sfusd.edu
  - Certificated Hiring Process
  - Credentialing
    Learn more about the credentials you need for certificated staff positions. This page includes information on who needs a credential, how to get a credential, credential contact information, and more.
    - Administrative Services credential
      Administrative Services credential
    - Clinical or Rehabilitative Services credentials
      Clinical or Rehabilitative Services credentials
    - Pupil Personnel Services credentials
      Pupil Personnel Services credentials
    - Teaching credentials
      Teaching credentials
      - Child Development Permits
        Child Development Permits
      - Credentials for Teaching English Learners
        Learn what credentials you need to teach English Learners.
      - Education Specialist Instruction credentials
        Education Specialist Instruction credentials
      - Single Subject credential
        Single Subject credential
      - Multiple Subject credential
        Multiple subject credential
    - School Nurse Services credential
      School Nurse Services credential
    - Services credentials
      Services credentials
    - Speech-Language Pathology Services credentials
      Speech-Language Pathology Services credentials
    - Substitute Credential
      If you do not already have a credential that authorizes you as a substitute teacher, you will need an Emergency 30 Day Substitute Permit.
    - Teacher Librarian Services credential
      Teacher Librarian Services credential
    - Vocational credentials
      Vocational credentials
    - Already have a credential and want to add another authorization?
      Additional authorizations
    - Have a credential from another state?
      Out-of-state credential?
    - Taught in Another Country?
      Out-of-country credential?
    - No credential?
      What if I currently don't have a credential?
  - Certificated Onboarding
  - Developing as an Educator
  - Routes to Teaching
    SFUSD offers a variety of programs to help you get on the path to social justice as a certificated educator! Please click on the cards below to learn more!
    - Pathway to Teaching
      Pathway to Teaching is an accelerated, accessible, inclusive, and practice-based teacher intern credentialing program. We are dedicated to meeting the need for impactful teachers and increasing the number of teachers of color in San Francisco. We aim to p
      - About Pathway to Teaching
        Learn more about the Pathway to Teaching program
      - Meet the Pathway Team
        Learn more about our team and alumni at Pathway to Teaching
      - Alumnx Profiles
        Get to Know Pathway Teachers!
      - Application + Eligibility
        Apply to Pathway to Teaching
      - Credential Program Requirements
      - Pathway Impact
        Pathway Impact Data
      - Pathway by the Numbers
        Pathway by the Numbers
      - Pathway In The News
        Stories about Pathway to Teaching
      - Contact Us
        Pathway to Teaching contact information
      - Frequently Asked Questions
        FAQ about Pathway to Teaching
  - Meet the Certificated Recruiting Team
    We provide proactive, strategic support to ensure Administrators recruit and retain high quality educators who will best serve SFUSD students.
- Paraeducator Careers
  Apply today through careers.sfusd.edu
- Substitute Opportunities
  Sub applications are now available.
- Classified/ Civil Service
  Apply today through careers.sfusd.edu
Instructional Reform Facilitator
The Instructional Reform Facilitator (IRF) is a strategic partner to SFUSD principals and a key member of instructional leadership teams in their role as a continuous school improvement coach.
Know Your Rights
Learn about your rights as a parent, family member or student and about SFUSD policies.
- Discrimination at Your School
  Learn about SFUSD's non-discrimination/harassment policies and the Uniform Complaint Procedure.
  - Administrative Regulation on Discrimination - 5145.3
    SFUSD Administrative Regulation 5145.3 on discrimination in schools.
  - Board Policy on Discrimination - Board Policy 5145.3
    The SFUSD Board of Education policy on discrimination in schools.
- No Fees for Essential School Activities
  All students have a right to take part in educational activities at school without paying a fee, deposit or other charge. An "educational activity" is an activity offered by a school or school district that is an integral part of a student's education, in
- Cyberbullying
  Information on what to do if a student is being bullied or harassed online.
- Sexual Harassment and Gender Discrimination (Title IX)
  Find more information about the policies that protect SFUSD students and staff from sexual harassment and gender-based discrimination.
  - Board Policy on Student Non-Discrimination/Harassment - Board Policy 5145.3
    SFUSD Board Policy 5145.3 on student non-discrimination/harassment.
  - Board Policy on Sexual Harassment
    SFUSD Board of Education Policy No. 5145.7 on sexual harassment.
  - Administrative Regulation on Sexual Harassment
    SFUSD Administrative Regulation No. 5145.7 on sexual harassment.
  - Title IX (Gender Equity) in Athletics
    Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ("Title IX") is most commonly known to apply to athletic opportunities. Title IX applies to all SFUSD schools and prohibits discrimination in all educational programs and activities, not just athletics. Athleti
- Bullying & Harassment
  What to do if a student is bullied
  - Administrative Regulation on Bullying
    SFUSD Administrative Regulation No. 5131.2 on bullying.
  - Board Policy on Bullying & Harassment
    SFUSD Board Policy No. 5131.2 on bullying & harassment
- Hate Motivated Behavior
  SFUSD is a community that celebrates our diversity, and believes its greatest strength of our community. We are committed to reducing prejudice and enhancing understanding between individuals and groups within our schools.
  - Administrative Regulation on Hate-Motivated Behavior
    SFUSD Administrative Regulation No. 5145.9 on hate-motivated behavior.
  - Administrative Regulation on Non-Binary, Transgender, and Gender Non-Conforming Students
    SFUSD Administrative Regulation on non-discrimination/harassment for non-binary, transgender, and gender non-conforming students.
  - Administrative Regulation on Non-Discrimination/Harassment
    SFUSD Administrative Regulation No. 5145.3 on non-discrimination/harassment
  - Board Policy on Hate-Motivated Behavior
    SFUSD Board Policy No. 5145.9 on hate-motivated behavior.
- ADA Facilities Access
  SFUSD promotes equality for people with disabilities through ensuring that our built environment is aligned with federal and state accessibility guidelines and standards. Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act ensures access to District facilitie
- Students' Right to Protest
  At SFUSD we support our students in taking action to address issues of concern to them. Please review our approach to walkouts, protests and demonstrations that occur during the regular school day.
  - Board Policy on Freedom of Speech/Expression
    SFUSD Board Policy 5145.2 on Freedom of Speech/Expression
- Parent's Rights
  SFUSD Parents have rights. Please see SFUSD Student Family Handbook for more details.
- The Right to Request Information
  At the beginning of each school year, local educational agencies receiving Title I funds are required to notify parents whose student(s) attend a Title I school that they may request, and the agency will provide the parents on request (and in a timely man
Learning
Learning from prekindergarten to 12th grade and beyond to college and career, inside the classroom and out.
- Language Programs
  Details about the languages students can study during their education in SFUSD, and in which schools and grades language courses are offered.
  - Seal of Biliteracy
    Explanation of how to attain the Seal of Biliteracy, which indicates proficiency in two languages
  - Spanish Language Programs
    Spanish language programs / classes offered in Transitional Kindergarten (TK), elementary, middle and high schools in San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD)
  - Cantonese Language Programs
    A description of Cantonese language programs / classes offered in Transitional Kindergarten (TK), elementary, middle and high schools in San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD)
    - Pre-Kindergarten Cantonese Dual Language
      Description of Pre-Kindergarten (Pre-K) Cantonese Dual Language
    - Kindergarten-5th Grade Cantonese Dual Language Immersion
      Details about Kindergarten-5th Grade Cantonese Dual Language Immersion
    - Kindergarten-8th Grade Cantonese Dual Language Immersion
      Details about Alice Fong Yu Chinese Immersion in Kindergarten-8th Grade.
    - Kindergarten-Grade 5 Cantonese Biliteracy
      Kindergarten-Grade 5 (K-5) Cantonese Biliteracy
    - 6th-8th Grade Cantonese Dual Language Immersion
      Details about what schools offer Cantonese-English Dual Language Immersion (DLI) in 6th-8th grades.
  - Mandarin Language Programs
    Mandarin Language Programs
    - Kindergarten-Grade 5 Mandarin Dual Language Immersion
      Kindergarten-Grade 5 Mandarin Dual Language Immersion
    - 6-8 Secondary Mandarin Dual Language Immersion
      6-8 Secondary Mandarin Dual Language Immersion
    - 6th-8th Grade Mandarin World Language
      Description of schools that have 6th-8th Grade (6-8) Mandarin World Language programs
    - 9th-12th Grade Mandarin World Language
      Details about what schools offer Mandarin World Language in 9th-12th grades (9-12)
  - Korean Dual Language Immersion
    K-8 Korean Dual Language Program at Claire Lilienthal School
  - Filipino Language Programs
    A description of Filipino Language Programs in SFUSD schools
    - K-5 Filipino Foreign Language in Elementary School
      K-5 Filipino Foreign Language in Elementary School
    - Feasibility Study: Filipino Dual Language Immersion at Bessie Carmichael
      Filipino Dual Language Immersion at Bessie Carmichael
  - Japanese Language Programs
    A description of Japanese Language Programs in SFUSD schools
    - Kindergarten-5th Grade Japanese World Language in Elementary School (WLES)
      Kindergarten-5th Grade Japanese World Language in Elementary School (WLES)
    - 6th-8th Grade Japanese World Language
      6-8 Japanese Middle School World Language
    - 9th-12th Grade Japanese World Language
      9th-12th Grade Japanese World Language
  - Arabic Language Programs
    A description of Arabic Language Programs in SFUSD schools
    - K-5 Arabic World Language in Elementary School
      K-5 Arabic World Language in Elementary School
    - Middle School Arabic Language Program
      Details about what schools offer Arabic Language Program
    - High School Arabic Language Program
      Details about what schools offer Arabic Language Program
  - Italian World Language
    Italian Program
  - French World Language
    9th-12th Grade French World Language
  - Hebrew World Language
    Hebrew 9-12 High School World Language
  - Latin World Language
    Latin High World Language Programs
  - Vietnamese Language Programs
    Vietnamese language programs / classes offered in Kindergarten, elementary, middle and high schools in San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD)
    - K-5 Vietnamese World Language in Elementary School
      K-5 Vietnamese World Language in Elementary School
    - Middle School Vietnamese Language Program
      Details about what schools offer Vietnamese language in 6-8th grades
- English Language Learners
  Informational guides in six languages, information about the English language test (ELPAC), English language development classes, reclassification after your student is fluent in English, joining a parent committee, and refugee safety and resources
  - Basis for English Learner Programs
    There are Federal and State laws that establish the rights of English Learners (ELs), and define the responsibilities of school districts serving them. In this section are some of the most pertinent Federal laws, court rulings, and State laws affecting th
  - English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC)
    This page describes the English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC), the mandated state test for determining English language proficiency (ELP).
  - English Language Development (ELD)
    This page describes Designated English Language Development (D-ELD) classes.
  - English Learner Guides
    English Learner Guides for families in 6 languages
  - New Plan for English Learners
    The Lau Consent Decree ended on June 30, 2019. The district has initiated a process to develop a new plan for English Learners over the next two years.
  - Summer Academy for Integrated Language Learning (SAILL)
    The Summer Academy for Integrated Language Learning (SAILL) is a five-week summer program dedicated to providing newcomer multilingual students an opportunity to earn additional high school credits, continue developing their English language skills, and a
    - SAILL Student Program
      Information about SAILL, a summer program for English Learners
    - SAILL Year 1 Curriculum
      Test
- Resources for Learning
  Learn more about student technology tools, school libraries, textbooks and classroom materials.
  - Approved Digital Tools & Apps for SFUSD Students
    Find apps approved for students in SFUSD to use, organized under specific categories. Click on the apps for additional information, including whether the app is free or paid, where to access the app, training resources, and available coaching and professi
    - Actively Learn
      Info & resources about Actively Learn
    - Adobe Creative Cloud Express
      Essential information, training, and curricular resources for Adobe Spark
    - Amplify
      Info and resources for Amplify, Elementary Science, C&I Science
    - Chrome Extensions
      The Department of Technology allows students to install Chromebook extensions from this list
    - Clever
      Learn all about Clever, SFUSD's single sign on portal for safe and secure access to all district apps.
    - Desmos
      Essential information, training, and curricular resources for Desmos
    - Dreambox
      Info and resources for Dreambox
    - Ed Puzzle
      Essential information, training, and curricular resources for Ed Puzzle
    - GeoGebra
      Essential information, training, and curricular resources for GeoGebra
    - Google Suite
      Learn more about using Google tools for instruction, productivity, and communication.
    - iSpire
      Information, curricular, and training resources for iSpire- a reading intervention app.
    - Kahoot
      Essential Information, training, and curricular resources for Kahoot
    - myON
      Info and resources for myON
    - Nearpod
      Essential information, training, and curricular resources for Nearpod
    - Padlet
      Essential information, training, and curricular resources for Padlet
    - Quill
      Basic information, tutorials, and curricular resources for Quill!
    - Read & Write
      Essential information, training, and curricular resources for Text Help - Read & Write
    - Screencastify
      Essential information and training resources for Screencastify
    - Seesaw
      Many classes in SFUSD, especially elementary schools, are using Seesaw as a platform for assignments and student creations. The following resources will support families in getting started with Seesaw.
      - The Seesaw Class App
        Learn the basic features and functions of how to use the Seesaw Class App creative portfolio and learning management system.
    - Showcase
      Essential information, training, and curricular resources for Showcase
    - Socrative
      Essential information, training, and curricular resources for Socrative
    - Soundtrap
      Essential information, training, and curricular resources for Soundtrap
    - Sutori
      Essential information, training, and curricular resources for Sutori
    - WeVideo
      Essential information, training, and curricular resources for WeVideo
    - Wonders ELD
      Designated ELD Instructional resources
    - Zoom
      Resources for students and families to get started with Zoom for virtual meetings
    - DoT's App Approval Process
      Learn more about the current process for requesting apps and digital learning tools to be approved by the district's strategic apps team.
    - Data Privacy at SFUSD
      SFUSD takes student data privacy and is in compliance with regard to state and federal requirements including COPPA, CIPA, FERPA, and SOPIPA with our district-approved online applications. Learn more about Data Privacy in SFUSD.
  - At Home Resources Resources to Support Student Learning
    Should your child have a short term absence from school, the information below provides an overview on at home learning resources using technology provided to all students in SFUSD.
  - Google Resources @ SFUSD
    Learn more about using Google tools for instruction, productivity, and communication.
    - Google for Instruction
      Make the most of Google tools with learners of all ages.
    - Google resources for staff
      Learn more about the G Suite (Google) for Education tools available to SFUSD staff for teaching, learning, organization, and communication.
      - Arts & Culture
        Learn more about how to use Google Arts & Culture in the classroom.
      - Calendar
        Learn more about how to use Google Calendar to organize yourself and students.
        
        Appointment scheduling
        Google Calendar now offers improved appointment scheduling features. Learn more about these features to use appointment scheduling with families, staff, and even students.
      - Chat
        Learn more about how to use Google Chat to instant message (DM) colleagues and to create chat rooms for projects & teams.
      - Chrome Canvas
        Learn more about how to use Chrome Canvas to make quick doodles, take notes, and express yourself.
      - Chrome
        Learn more about how to use SFUSD’s recommended browser, Google Chrome.
      - Classroom
        Learn more about how to use Google Classroom to organize information and resources for students or for colleagues.
        
        Distance learning guidance for Classroom
        District-wide guidance on Google Classroom to standardize student and family experiences & expectations.
        
        New semester, new Classroom
        Learn how to start your spring semester with a fresh, clean slate in Google Classroom.
      - Docs
        Learn more about using Google Docs at SFUSD
      - Drawings
        Learn more about using Google Drawings at SFUSD
      - Drive
        Learn more about using Google Drive at SFUSD
        
        Google Drive & leaving SFUSD
        Learn how to prepare for leaving SFUSD when it comes to your Google Drive files and Google Classroom assignments.
      - Earth
        Learn more about how to use Google Earth.
      - Forms
        Learn more about how to use Google Forms to collect information, create engaging activities, and create a space for student voice.
      - Gmail
        Learn more about how to use Gmail to communicate effectively and streamline your own workflows.
      - Jamboard
        Learn more about how to use Google Jamboard for digital white boarding and collaborative brainstorming.
      - Keep
        Learn more about how to use Google Keep to take notes, capture ideas, and organize yourself.
      - Meet
        Learn more about how to use Google Meet to meet with families, collaborate with colleagues, or interact with students.
      - My Maps
        Learn more about how to use Google My Maps to enable students to create geographically-linked multimedia projects.
      - Sheets
        Learn more about how to use Google Sheets to collect, manage, and analyze data & information.
      - Sites
        Learn more about how to use Google Sites to synthesize information, showcase student work through digital portfolios, and offer a space for student voice & expression.
      - Slides
        Learn more about how to use Google Slides to present & share information, create collaborative & interactive spaces for students, and build slideshows.
      - YouTube
        Learn more about the learning potential of YouTube.
        
        Sharing videos with students
        There are many ways to share videos with students. Learn more about different options and methods for sharing videos.
      - Approved add-ons
        See a list of SFUSD's approved add-on tools for Docs, Sheets, and Slides
      - Other/Not Listed
        Learn more about some of the Google tools *not* enabled at SFUSD.
    - Google resources for families
      For students and families to feel more comfortable using Google tools.
      - Logging into Google
      - Gmail (email)
      - Google Calendar
      - Google Classroom
        Information about Google Classroom for students and families
        
        Google Classroom: Guardian Email Summaries
        Information for families about guardian email summaries from Google Classroom
      - Google Docs
        
        Docs' built-in translation tool
      - Google Drawings
      - Google Drive
      - Google Jamboard
      - Google Meet
      - Google My Maps
      - Google Slides
      - Chrome Canvas
    - Google tool access by grade levels
      View which apps are accessible to different grade levels and groups in SFUSD
    - Other approved digital learning tools
  - Seesaw @ SFUSD
    Teachers, students, administrators, and families can all learn more about the features of Seesaw using the Seesaw @SFUSD pages. Teachers will be able to look for specific content by subject and grade level while admin will be able to learn how to utilize
    - Teachers & Staff Learning Hub
      Want to learn how to use Seesaw in your classroom? find self-paces online learning modules, quick 5 minute tutorials based on topic, and/or learn how to become a Seesaw Ambassador!
    - Seesaw & the Curriculum
      Access Seesaw Lesson Activities by SFUSD's Core Instructional Priority or Subject.
      - PK-TK - 2nd Grade Lesson Activities by Core Instructional Priority
        Seesaw Lesson Activities for PK-TK - 2nd Grade by Core Instructional Priorities. Search for Lesson Activities from SFUSD staff, Seesaw Ambassadors, and additional community members.
      - 3rd - 5th Grade Lesson Activities by Core Instructional Priority
        Seesaw Lesson Activities for 3rd - 5th Grade by Core Instructional Priorities. Search for Lesson Activities from SFUSD staff, Seesaw Ambassadors, and additional community members.
      - 6th - 8th Grade Lesson Activities by Core Instructional Priority
        Seesaw Lesson Activities for 6th - 8th Grade by Core Instructional Priorities. Search for Lesson Activities from SFUSD staff, Seesaw Ambassadors, and additional community members.
      - 9th - 12th Grade Lesson Activities by Core Instructional Priority
        Seesaw Lesson Activities for 9th - 12th Grade by Core Instructional Priorities. Search for Lesson Activities from SFUSD staff, Seesaw Ambassadors, and additional community members.
      - ELA - English Language Arts Lesson Activities by Grade Level
        Seesaw Lesson Activity for English Language Arts lesson by Grade Level. Search for Lesson Activities from SFUSD staff, Seesaw Ambassadors, and additional community members.
      - Math Lesson Activities by Grade Level
        Seesaw Lesson Activity for Math lesson by Grade Level. Search for Lesson Activities from SFUSD staff, Seesaw Ambassadors, and additional community members.
      - Science Lesson Activities by Grade Level
        Seesaw Lesson Activity for Science lesson by Grade Level. Search for Lesson Activities from SFUSD staff, Seesaw Ambassadors, and additional community members.
      - Social Studies - Humanities Lesson Activities by Grade Level
        Seesaw Lesson Activity for Social Studies/Humanities lesson by Grade Level. Search for Lesson Activities from SFUSD staff, Seesaw Ambassadors, and additional community members.
      - SEL/Health Lesson Activities by Grade Level
        Seesaw Lesson Activity for SEL/Health lesson by Grade Level. Search for Lesson Activities from SFUSD staff, Seesaw Ambassadors, and additional community members.
      - Computer Science Lesson Activities by Grade Level
        Seesaw Lesson Activity for Computer Science lesson by Grade Level. Search for Lesson Activities from SFUSD staff, Seesaw Ambassadors, and additional community members.
      - Digital Agency Lesson Activities by Grade Level
        Seesaw Lesson Activity for Digital Agency lesson by Grade Level. Search for Lesson Activities from SFUSD staff, Seesaw Ambassadors, and additional community members.
      - Lesson Activities for Art
        Seesaw Lesson Activity for Art lessons by Grade Level. Search for Lesson Activities from SFUSD staff, Seesaw Ambassadors, and additional community members.
  - Short-Term Independent Study
    Short-term independent study is available for students who are missing school for a limited period of time, for example as a result of COVID-19 quarantine or isolation.
- New Approaches to Learning
  Find out how we're redesigning learning in and out of the classroom.
  - Digital Learning in SFUSD
    This page highlights the programs and resources offered by SFUSD's Digital Learning Team.
    - DLE About Us
      Bios and introductions to the staff on the Digital Learning and Enablement (DLE) team at the SFUSD Department of Technology (DoT)
  - Deeper Learning
    Resources and information about Deeper Learning
    - Core Instructional Priorities
      Core instructional priorities of deeper learning for SFUSD
    - Key Culture Premises
      Key culture premises of deeper learning in SFUSD
    - PLC: Demonstration of Learning
      Resources and information for the Demonstration of Learning PLC
    - Graduate Profile
      How deeper learning helps prepare students to meet SFUSD's Graduate Profile
    - More Deeper Learning in SFUSD
      Exhibition resources and examples of Deeper Learning in SFUSD
  - QTEA Innovation Awards
    The QTEA Innovation Awards aim to reward schools which have demonstrated achievement and to help them develop innovative practices for hard-working staff at these schools to employ in support of student achievement.
    - QTEA Impact and Innovation Awards
      The QTEA Impact Awards grant funding to specific projects or efforts at school sites. The Innovation Awards are designed to provide resources and guidance to help a school investigate and design a solution to an equity challenge facing the site.
      - Quality Teacher Education Act - Impact Awards
        The Quality Teacher Education Act (QTEA) passed in 2008 and included provision to recognize and reward schools for excellence. That was the genesis for the Impact Awards where schools now have the opportunity to apply for funding for projects that have po
    - 2019-2020
    - 2018-2019
      - Abraham Lincoln High School
      - Bret Harte Middle School
      - Buena Vista Horace Mann
      - County Community School
      - Francis Scott Key
      - George Washington Carver
      - Herbert Hoover
      - James Denman Middle School
      - John McLaren
      - Jose Ortega
        Jose Ortega
      - Mission High
        Mission High
      - Roosevelt Middle School
      - Sheridan Elementary School
        Sheridan Elementary School
      - The Academy
        The Academy
      - Willie L Brown Jr Middle School
        Willie L Brown Jr Middle School
    - 2017-2018
      2017-2018 Innovation Awards
      - Aptos Middle School
        Aptos Middle School 2017-2018 Innovation Awards
      - Balboa High School
        Balboa High School 2017-2018 Innovation Awards
      - Civic Center Secondary School
        Civic Center Secondary School 2017-2018 Innovation Awards
      - Commodore Sloat Elementary School
        Commodore Sloat Elementary School 2017-2018 Innovation Awards
      - César Chávez Elementary School
        César Chávez Elementary School 2017-2018 Innovation Awards
      - Francis Scott Key Elementary School
        Francis Scott Key Elementary School 2017-2018 Innovation Awards
      - Hillcrest Elementary School
        Hillcrest Elementary School 2017-2018 Innovation Awards
      - Independence High School
        Independence High School 2017-2018 Innovation Awards
      - John McLaren Early Education School
        John McLaren Early Education School 2017-2018 Innovation Awards
      - Leonard R. Flynn Elementary School
        Leonard R. Flynn Elementary School 2017-2018 Innovation Awards
      - Sheridan Elementary School
        Sheridan Elementary School 2017-2018 Innovation Awards
      - The Academy San Francisco High School
        The Academy San Francisco High School 2017-2018 Innovation Awards
      - Visitacion Valley Middle School
        Visitacion Valley Middle School 2017-2018 Innovation Awards
      - Wallenberg High School
        Wallenberg High School 2017-2018 Innovation Awards
    - 2016-2017
      2016-2017 Innovation Awards
      - Buena Vista Horace Mann
        Buena Vista Horace Mann 2016-2017 Innovation Awards
      - E.R. Taylor Elementary School
        E.R. Taylor Elementary School 2016-2017 Innovation Awards
      - Everett Middle School
        Everett Middle School 2016-2017 Innovation Awards
      - George Washington Carver Elementary School
        George Washington Carver Elementary School 2016-2017 Innovation Awards
      - Glen Park Elementary School
        Glen Park Elementary School 2016-2017 Innovation Awards
      - Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academy
        Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academy 2016-2017 Innovation Awards
      - Herbert Hoover Middle School
        Herbert Hoover Middle School 2016-2017 Innovation Awards
      - Independence High School
        Independence High School 2016-2017 Innovation Awards
      - John Muir Elementary School
        John Muir Elementary School 2016-2017 Innovation Awards
      - Leonard Flynn Elementary School
        Leonard Flynn Elementary School 2016-2017 Innovation Awards
      - Marshall Elementary School
        Marshall Elementary School 2016-2017 Innovation Awards
      - Martin Luther King Middle School
        Martin Luther King Middle School 2016-2017 Innovation Awards
      - Mission High School
        Mission High School 2016-2017 Innovation Awards
      - Paul Revere Middle School
        Paul Revere Middle School 2016-2017 Innovation Awards
      - San Francisco International High School
        San Francisco International High School 2016-2017 Innovation Awards
      - The Academy San Francisco High School
        The Academy San Francisco High School 2016-2017 Innovation Awards
      - Visitacion Valley Middle School
        Visitacion Valley Middle School 2016-2017 Innovation Awards
    - 2015-2016
      2015-2016 Innovation Awards
LGBTQ Student Services
Support and services for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ) students.
- About Us
  Learn more about LGBTQ Student Services.
- Our Responsibility
  Read more about LGBTQ student rights.
- What We Do
  An overview of programs provided by LGBTQ Support Services.
  - Genders & Sexualities Alliances
    Extracurricular LGBTQ student clubs.
  - QGroups
    Confidential psycho-educational groups for LGBTQ+ students.
  - Queer Trans Advisory Council
    High School LGBTQ+ student leaders from across SFUSD.
  - Student Conferences
    District-wide LGBTQ+ student conferences
- Community Resources
  Community resources for LGBTQ+ students and families.
Mentoring for Success
Mentoring for Success
- About Us
  About Mentoring for Success
  - Staff
    Mentoring for Success Staff
  - Schools
    Mentoring for Success Schools
  - Partners
    Mentoring for Success Partners
- I Want to Be a Mentor
  I Want to Be a Mentor
  - How Mentoring Works
    How Mentoring Works
    - Impact
      The Impact of Mentoring
    - The Mentoring Relationship
      The Mentoring Relationship
    - Mentor Agreement
      Mentor Agreement
    - Mentor Appreciation
      Mentor Appreciation
  - Mentor Guidelines
    Mentor Guidelines
  - Sign Up
    Sign Up to Be a Mentor
- I Want a Mentor
  I Want a Mentor
- I Am a Mentor
  I Am a Mentor
  - Orientation and Training
    Mentoring for Success Orientation and Training
  - Match Support
    Mentoring Match Support
    - Getting Started
      Getting Started with Mentoring
    - Mentor-Mentee Relationship Cycle
      Mentor-Mentee Relationship Cycle
    - Setting Limits
      Setting Limits with Your Mentee
    - Related Links
      Related Links for Match Support
    - Need Help?
      Need Help with Mentoring?
  - Match Activity Ideas
    Match Activity Ideas
    - In the School
      Match Activity Ideas in School
    - During School Breaks
      Match Activity Ideas During School Breaks
    - In the Community
      Match Activity Ideas in the Community
- Mentor Coordinator
  Mentor Coordinator
- What's New with Us
  See What's New with Mentoring for Success
- Partner with us!
  Become a Community Partner with Mentoring for Success
Middle Grades Redesign Initiative
- Initiate Wonder
- Resources
- FAQ
- Get Involved
Mission Bay Hub
Learn about the new Mission Bay Linked Learning Hub
- About the Hub
  Link to About the Hub content
  - The Basics
    Basic Info about the Hub
  - A Space that Inspires
    Concept Images for the new Hub
  - Location and Partnerships
    Business, industry partnerships
- About Our Team
  Learn about our team of Student Ambassadors, SFUSD staff, and partners that are leading this work
  - Our SFUSD Team
    Our SFUSD team leading the development and implementation of the Hub
  - Our Student Ambassadors
    Student voices and leadership have been front and center throughout this process. They ensure that the vision for the truly is with the students at the center.
  - Our UCSF Core Team
    UCSF Core Team helping lead the Mission Bay Hub
- About our 2022-23 Pilot
  Learn about what we have planned for our January - May 2023 Pilot
New-to-SF Enrollment
About SFUSD's New-to-SF Enrollment Process
Nutrition & School Meals
Student Nutrition Services SFUSD.
- Menus
  School food menus
- Multipurpose Family Income Form
  Apply for SFUSD School Eligibility Benefits and Meal Payment Multipurpose Family Income Form 2022-2023 Multipurpose Family Income Form is available now at SchoolCafe.com
- Nutrition Guidelines & Wellness Policy
  Nutrition Guidelines & Wellness Policy
- Special Dietary Needs
  Guide to Special Dietary Needs at SFUSD
- Other Food Resources
  Other food resources during COVID-19
- Donate
  Donate to school meals
- Careers
  Links to open positions at Student Nutrition Services.
- Contact Us
  Contact Student Nutrition Services
PEEF Home Page
The Public Education Enrichment Fund (PEEF) supports education programs for San Francisco’s youth. One-third of the total PEEF fund is allocated to the City of San Francisco’s Office of Early Care and Education for preschool support. The remaining two-thi
- PEEF CAC
  The Public Education Enrichment Fund Community Advisory Council (PEEF CAC) serves as a conduit for informing as well as receiving input from SFUSD stakeholders (students, parents, staff, and other community members) in order to assist the Superintendent a
- PEEF ARCHIVE
  Archive of documents, plans, and reports related to the Public Education Enrichment Fund (PEEF).
Personalized Learning Environments
The Personalized Learning Environments pilot seeks to create models for technology-enabled personalized learning environments that transform and deepen student learning for our African American and focal students.
Programa de Educación Migrante
- Meet our MEP Staff
- Programs and Services
- Resources & CBOs
Reclassification of English Learners
Explanation of reclassification of English learners
Report a Concern
Find out how to report a concern to the Student Family School Resource Link
- Steps to Writing an Effective Complaint
  Learn how to file an effective complaint
- Williams Complaint
  A Williams Complaint allows a student, family, teacher, or any member of the public, to file grievances regarding K-12 schools for insufficient textbooks and instructional materials; teacher vacancy or misassignment; and facility conditions.
  - Administrative Regulation on Williams Complaints
    SFUSD Administrative Regulation No. 1312.4 - Williams Complaint Procedures
- Uniform Complaint Procedure
  SFUSD utilizes the Uniform Complaint Procedure to investigate and resolve complaints related to the following: unlawful discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying based on actual or perceived disability, gender, gender identity, gender expressi
  - Administrative Regulation on Uniform Complaint Procedure
    SFUSD Administrative Regulation No. 1312.3 on uniform complaint procedure
  - Board Policy on Uniform Complaint Procedure
    SFUSD Board Policy No. 1312.3 on uniform complaint procedure.
Research, Planning and Assessment Department
RPA: AAO & READ.
- Assessing Student Learning
  Information on assessing student learning at SFUSD
  - Preparing for Participation in Remote Testing for Spring 2023
    All students in grades 3-8 and grades 11-12 will participate in assessments that are part of the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) and English Learner students in grades TK-12 will also participate in the English Language
    - Installing the CA Secure Browser for Windows
      State testing (CAASPP and ELPAC) requires a secure browser installation.
    - Installing the CA Secure Browser for Mac
      State testing (CAASPP and ELPAC) requires the use of a secure browser
  - District Assessments for Families
    District Assessments for Families
  - State Assessments for Families
    State Assessments
  - State Alternate Assessments
    State Alt Assessments
- Data for Accountability and Analysis
  SFUSD's approach to using data for accountability and analysis.
  - Public Data Dashboard: Frequently Asked Questions
    Public Dashboard FAQ
    - General Dashboard FAQ
      Public Dashboard FAQ
    - Using the Dashboard FAQ
      Public Dashboard FAQ
    - Understanding the Data FAQ
      Public Dashboard FAQ
  - Selected Data Report Highlights
    Selected Highlights
- Learning from Research and Evaluation
  Learning from Research and Evaluation
  - External Research Syntheses
    Table of important External Research Syntheses for research.
  - External Research Repositories
    External Research Repositories
  - Educational Research for COVID-19 Response
    This page summarizes some of the available educational research on responding to the challenges of COVID-19.
  - Research and Evaluation Conducted in SFUSD
    Selected reports on research and evaluation conducted in, with, or by SFUSD.
- Conducting External Research and Evaluation
  The Research and Evaluation Process
  - Research Partnerships
    research partnerships at SFUSD
  - FAQ about SFUSD's research process
    FAQ about SFUSD's research process
RISE-SF: Refugee and Immigrant Solidarity in Education
Support and resources for refugee and immigrant students and families.
- About RISE-SF
  More information on the history and staff of RISE-SF.
- Contact RISE-SF
  Contact information for RISE-SF program
Schools
Explore Schools
- Schools and the Community
  Learn how our schools contribute to the community and tap into community resources
- 2023 High School Graduation Ceremonies
  Find out when high schools will be holding their 2022-2023 graduation ceremonies.
School Facilities Bond Program
Local Funding for Schools: San Franciscans know the value of education, and everyone plays an important role in educating our city’s children. Because of your support, more of our students are flourishing.
- Bond Programs
  General Obligation Bonds: A general obligation bond is a type of municipal bond that relies on tax revenue to repay the bond holder. General obligation bonds are a relatively safe way to provide states and local governments with funds for community improv
  - 2016 Bond Program
    Information about SFUSD's 2016 Bond Program
    - Department of Technology Projects
      Information about Department of Technology projects in the 2016 Bond
    - School Construction
      Information about Bond Modernization and New Construction Projects
      - AP Giannini Middle School
        Information about construction progress at AP Giannini Middle School.
      - Buena Vista Horace Mann Modernization
        Information about the modernization project at Buena Vista Horace Mann
      - Claire Lilienthal School Scott Campus
        Claire Lilienthal School Scott Campus Modernization
      - Clarendon Elementary School
        Clarendon Elementary School Modernization
      - Dr. Charles Drew Elementary School
        Dr. Charles Drew Elementary School Modernization
      - Garfield Elementary School
        Garfield Elementary School modernization
      - George Washington High School
        George Washington High School - Seismic Improvement Project
      - Harvey Milk Elementary School
        Harvey Milk Elementary School Modernization
      - Hillcrest Elementary School
        Information about construction progress at Hillcrest Elementary School.
        
        Hillcrest ES New Building
        Hillcrest ES New Building page
        
        Hillcrest ES Modernization
        Hillcrest ES Modernization page
      - Lafayette Elementary School
        Modernization of Lafayette Elementary School.
      - Marina Middle School
        Marina Middle School modernization
      - Mission Bay School
        Information about the new Mission Bay School design and construction process progress.
      - Sheridan Elementary School
        Sheridan Elementary School Modernization
      - Thurgood Marshall Academic High School
        Information about construction progress at Thurgood Marshall Academic High School.
      - Tule Elk Park Early Education School
        Tule Elk Park EES project page
        
        Tule Elk Park Early Education School New Building
        Tule Elk Park EES New Building
        
        Tule Elk Park Early Education School Modernization
        Tule Elk Park EES Modernization
    - Student Nutrition Services Projects
      Information about Student Nutrition Services projects in the 2016 Bond
    - Schoolyard Improvements
      Find information about Schoolyard Improvement projects at SFUSD
      - Outdoor Learning Construction
        Information about Outdoor Learning construction projects
  - 2011 Bond Program
    Information about SFUSD's 2011 Bond Program
    - School Construction
      Information about Bond Modernization and New Construction Projects
      - Daniel Webster Elementary School
        Daniel Webster Elementary School Modernization
      - El Dorado Elementary School
        El Dorado Elementary School Modernization
      - Frank McCoppin Elementary School
        Frank McCoppin Elementary School Modernization
      - George Peabody Elementary School
        George Peabody Elementary School Modernization
      - Ida B. Wells High School
        Ida B. Wells High School Modernization
      - James Lick Middle School
        James Lick Middle School Modernization
      - Jose Ortega Elementary School
        Jose Ortega Elementary School Modernization
      - Junipero Serra Elementary School
        Junipero Serra Elementary School Modernization
      - Longfellow Elementary School
        Longfellow Elementary School Modernization
      - Lowell High School
        Lowell High School Modernization
      - McKinley Elementary School
        McKinley Elementary School Modernization
      - Miraloma Elementary School
        Miraloma Elementary School Modernization
      - Monroe Elementary School
        Monroe Elementary School Modernization
      - Phillip and Sala Burton Academic High School
        Phillip and Sala Burton Academic High School Modernization
      - Presidio Middle School
        Presidio Middle School Modernization
      - Redding Elementary School
        Redding Elementary School Modernization
      - Robert Louis Stevenson Elementary School
        Robert Louis Stevenson Elementary School Modernization
      - Starr King Elementary School
        Starr King Elementary School Modernization
      - Sunnyside Elementary School
        Sunnyside Elementary School Modernization
      - Visitacion Valley Middle School
        Visitacion Valley Middle School Modernization
      - Willie L. Brown Jr. Middle School
        Willie L. Brown Jr. Middle School Modernization
      - Yick Wo Elementary School
        Yick Wo Elementary School Modernization
    - Schoolyard Improvements
      Find information about Schoolyard Improvement projects at SFUSD
  - 2006 Bond Program
    Information about SFUSD's 2006 Bond Program
    - School Construction
      Information about Bond Modernization and New Construction Projects
    - Schoolyard Improvements
      Find information about Schoolyard Improvement projects at SFUSD
- Financial Information
  Overview of Bond program financial reporting, including annual reports and independent audits
  - Financial Reports
    Find the archives of financial reports by fiscal year.
  - Independent Bond Program Audits
    Financial and Performance Audit Reports
  - Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC)
    SFUSD Bond Program Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC)
- Working With the Bond Program
  Visit the links below to view SFUSD construction bid opportunities. Bond project advertising opportunities will appear here.
- Bond Program FAQs
  Frequently asked questions about the SFUSD Bond Programs.
- Documents + Presentations
  General documents and presentations from the Bond Program
- Contact Information
  Who to contact for more information or general questions about the Bond Program
School Libraries
Resources for SFUSD School Libraries
- Library Databases K-5
  Subscription Databases
- Library Databases K-8
  Library Databases K-8
- Library Databases 6-8
  To use any of these resources away from school, ask your librarian for usernames and passwords
- Library Databases 9-12
  Links to databases and other research tools for SFUSD 9-12 students and teachers
School Planning Summit
The School Planning Summit provides the opportunity to work together as a team on your School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) - your academic plan and budget.
Senior Citizen Exemption Office
Senior Exemption Office
- Contact Information
  Contact Information
Services
Services for SFUSD students and families.
- Health & Wellness
  SFUSD, education, health, public schools
  - Health Requirements
    Learn what the health requirements to enroll a student in school are, including immunization requirements and tuberculosis (TB) clearance.
  - MPX (Monkeypox)
    The San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) has provided MPX (formerly known as "monkeypox") guidance for schools, childcare, and youth programs. SFUSD is already implementing health and safety measures to prevent the spread of MPX in our school
  - School Health Manual - Table of Contents
    A manual with health related resources
    - Section A - Resources for Emergencies & Injuries at School
      Resources for Emergencies and Injuries Occurring at School
    - Section B - Emergency Card Procedure & Emergency Care Plans
      Emergency Card Procedure & Emergency Care Plans
    - Section C - Medication Administration
      Medication Administration
    - Section D - Student and Family Services Division (SFSD) Services
      Student and Family Services Division (SFSD) Services
    - Section E - Immunization/Health Forms Requirement
      Immunization/Health Forms Requirement
    - Section F - School Health Mandates
      School Health Mandates
    - Section G - Communicable Diseases & School-Age Illnesses
      Communicable Diseases & School-Age Illnesses
    - Section H - Sensitive Issues/Confidentiality/Child Abuse Reporting
      Sensitive Issues/Confidentiality/Child Abuse Reporting
- Safety & Emergency
  San Francisco Unified School District is continuously planning and preparing for emergencies that could interrupt the school day for students. We want to make sure that you are fully informed of our Emergency Operations Plan.
  - Student Safety and Parent Notification
  - Air Quality
    As the frequency and duration of wildfires in California increases, the smoke from these wildfires can negatively impact the air quality for San Francisco and the Bay Area. SFUSD monitors the air quality for the City and County of San Francisco.
  - Water Testing
- Student Services
  Find out how to request a transcript, make up credits, request transportation, or learn about available counseling services.
  - Transcripts, Student Records & Work Permits
    Learn how to request high school transcripts, replacement diplomas, education verifications, or proof of enrollment.
  - Transportation
    Learn more about the services that the SFUSD Transportation Department provides.
    - General Education Transportation Services
      Request for General Education Transportation Services
    - Alternatives to Yellow Bus Transportation
      Find other transportation options, including public transportation, carpooling, biking, and walking. Includes information about the free Muni (bus) passes program.
    - School Bus Passenger Safety Guidelines
      School Bus Passenger Safety Guidelines
    - Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Transportation Services
      If a student has been designated as needing ‘curb-to-curb’ transportation services, transportation will be provided from the curb of the student’s home to school and return back home.
- Student Support Programs
  Overview of student support and services
  - SFCOE Triennial Plan
    Triennial plan for expelled and at risk youth for the San Francisco County Office of Education.
  - Suicide Prevention
    Read SFUSD's suicide prevention policy and get resources.
- Family Supports & Services
  Learn about the services we offer to families, and how we support and partner with families.
  - Student Family School Resource Link
    Providing access to district information for students, families, and school staff through online request form, email or phone line.
  - Family Resources for Talking about Race & Social Justice in the U.S.
    SFUSD staff have compiled a brief list of books, articles, videos, websites and other resources for families to explore race and social justice with children of different ages.
  - Immigration Policy & Resources
    Learn about resources, supports and policies for immigrant families and students.
- Youth Leadership Programs
  See how our youth leaders are supporting health and wellness in our district through student action
  - Internships & Work Experience
    Students have opportunities to join a number of groups and projects related to health and nutrition. See below for opportunities
  - Bring Change to Mind
    Youth-led mental health awareness clubs
  - SFSD Youth Outreach Projects
    See the projects youth leaders have been doing to improve health and wellness in their communities
Services for Students & Families
Program pages and resources for staff
SFUSD AVID
College and Career Readiness Program for First Generation College Students
- SFUSD AVID Programs
- SFUSD AVID Research and Data
- SFUSD AVID Students
  Learn more about how students are traditionally recruited to AVID
- SFUSD AVID Tutors
  Learn more about how to become an AVID tutor
SFUSD Fa'aSāmoa Initiative (FASI)
Learn about SFUSD's Fa'aSāmoa Initiative
- FASI Monthly Newsletters
  FASI Newsletter
SF Wellness Initiative
The San Francisco Wellness Initiative is a groundbreaking program dedicated to improving the health, well-being and academic success of the city’s 16,000 public high school students at 19 campuses.
- About Us
  About San Francisco Wellness Initiative
  - Our History
    Wellness Initiative History
  - Our Mission
    Wellness Initiative Mission
  - Contact
    Who to contact for the wellness initiative program support
- Our Schools
  wellness centers in schools
  - SF Wellness High Schools
    SF Wellness High Schools
- Our Programs
  How wellness centers work
  - Our Students
    Students of the wellness initiative
  - Wellness Center Staff
    Meet our Wellness center staff!
  - Wellness Center Student Interns
    Youth Leadership
  - Family Resources
    What families need to know!
  - Results & Impact
    The data shows the positive impact of wellness centers.
- Our Partners
  Community Base Organization that help wellness serve specific students.
  - Our Community Partners
    Community-based partners expand our capacity to reach students on site with services targeting specific student populations.
  - Integrated SFUSD Support
    In collaboration with Student Family Services Division programs.
- Support Us
  Help us ensure that students succeed by supporting us to serve students.
SFUSD Family Partnership
Family partnership is a key ingredient to educational equity and student success.
- Family Partnership Team
  Meet the SFUSD Family Partnership Team.
- Set the Tone - Family
  Learn how families can support in "setting the tone" for family partnership at their school site.
- Set the Tone - Staff
  Learn how staff can "set the tone" for family partnership at their school site.
- Share Power and Decision Making - Family
  Learn how to share power and decision making to support family partnership
- Share Power and Decision Making - Staff
  Learn how staff can share power and decision making in support of family partnership
- Support Navigating SFUSD - Staff
  Learn how staff can support navigating SFUSD to support family partnership
- Support Navigating SFUSD - Family
  Learn how to navigate SFUSD to support family partnership
- Toolkits
  The Family Liaison position focuses on strengthening family partnership at a school site level in support of student education. The Family Liaison works to support culturally and linguistically diverse family groups in school activities and acts as a reso
- Newsletter Subscription & Archive
  Subscribe to the SFUSD Family Partnership Press, a monthly newsletter, and find past issues.
- School FAQs
  Frequently Asked Questions related to SFUSD Family Partnership
- Family FAQs
  SFUSD Family Partnership Family FAQs
- Link Student Learning Between Home and School - Staff
  Learn how staff can link student learning between home and school to support student success.
- Link Student Learning Between Home and School - Family
  Learn how families can link student learning between home and school to support family partnership
SFUSD Student Advisory Council (SAC)
Welcome to the SFUSD SAC page
- The Cabinet
  SAC - The Cabinet
- Projects
  Student Advisory Council - Projects
Shared Schoolyard Program
Welcome to the Shared Schoolyard Program Community Initiative, a joint partnership between the City and County of San Francisco, San Francisco Unified School District and Community Partners.
- Shared Schoolyard Resources
  Programming details and schedules for the offerings from Community Based Organizations at Shared Schoolyard Project sites.
Shoestrings - Meet the Team Members
Shoestrings is a Trans-disciplinary team of providers taking a holistic approach to supporting students.
Special Education Services
Special Education resources on services, enrollment, records and assessment for students with disabilities.
- Acronyms & Glossary of Terms
  Special Education Acronyms and Glossary of Terms and Definitions
- Calendar of Events & News
  Read about SFUSD special education updates, community events and special education in the news.
- Community Advisory Committee for Special Education (CAC)
  Special Education CAC - Parent and Community members who advocate for special education students
- Dispute Resolution Options
  How to file a special education complaint or grievance
  - Alternative Dispute Resolution
    Description of Alternative Dispute Resolution Services at SFUSD in partnership with the Bar Association of San Francisco
  - Mediation Only
    Those seeking only a mediation may access one of the Request for Mediation Only forms. Visit the Special Education Self-Help pages for more information on mediations not related to due process hearings.
  - Formal Due Process
    Information about special education due process hearings and compliance complaints
- Early Childhood Special Education Services
  SFUSD Early Childhood Special Education
- IEPs, 504s and SSTs
  What type of support is available for my student? SFUSD Students who need help can receive an SST, a 504 or an IEP as appropriate.
  - Assessments for Special Education
    Learn how to get your child assessed for special education and IEP services
  - Individual Education Program (IEP) Guide
    Websites and IEP Resources for Families of Students with Disabilities
  - IEP Resources and Articles
    IEP Resources, Articles and Tips for Caregivers
  - Section 504
    Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Resources for accommodations to support kids with learning disabilities in school.
- Inclusion Resources
  Inclusion Resources for schools staff, parents and community members
  - Inclusive Schools Week
    Inclusive Schools Week is a national event that raises awareness and reduces the stigma of special education
  - Inclusion & Disability Recommended Reading
    Books about inclusion and disability representation
- Parent Rights and Procedural Safeguards
  Special Education Parent Rights and Procedural Safeguards
- Policy & Procedure Handbook, Local Plans, CCEIS & Compliance
  Special Education Policy and Procedure Handbook and CDE Plans and Reports including the Local Plan and CCEIS Plans.
  - CCEIS - Comprehensive Coordinated Early Intervening Services
    Learn about SFUSDs plans to address disproportionality in special education
  - SFUSD Special Education Policy & Procedure Handbook
    SFUSD Special Education Policies & Procedure Handbook - DRAFT
- Resources for Families
  Special Education Resources for families and students
  - Covid Recovery Services FAQ
    Frequently Asked Questions Relating to Covid Recovery Services
    - Covid 19 & Distance Learning Resources for Special Education
      Special education distance learning resources and information about community resources for individuals with disabilites
      - Return to In-Person Learning Special Education FAQs
        Return to In-Person Learning Frequently Asked Questions FAQs for Special Education
      - Autism Resources During Covid 19
        A round up of Autism Resources from Autism Speaks
      - SFUSD Special Education Distance Learning FAQs
        Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about special education for the return to in-person learning and during distance learning and school closures due to COVID-19 (coronavirus).
  - Extended School Year
    Extended School Year is a summer program for qualifying special education students
  - Community Based Organizations
    Community Based Organizations for Students with Disabilities in San Francisco
  - Educational Surrogates
    Find information about becoming an educational surrogate or an education rights holder for a Foster Youth.
  - Family Guide for English Learners with IEPs
    This document provides information about family partnership and support for english learners during the IEP process.
  - Special Education Classroom Descriptions and Locations
    List of Special Day Classes in SFUSD (Autism, Mild/Mod, Mod/Severe, SOAR, etc)
  - Mental Health Resources
    Mental Health Resources for students and families
  - Residential Travel Reimbursement
    Residential Travel reimbursement documents for parents in english, spanish and chinese
- Transition - Resources for Students Aged 14-22
  Information about special education programs for students aged 14-22
- Contact Us
  Learn how to contact the Special Education Department, how to file a special education complaint, and who your special education supervisor contact is.
Students and Families Experiencing Homelessness (SAFEH)
Supports, services, and resources for students and families experiencing homelessness
- Rights & Policies
  Summaries of state and federal laws as well as SFUSD policies that support and protect SAFEH.
- Resources for Students & Families
  San Francisco has a various resources available for students and families who are experiencing homelessness.
Students and Families Impacted by Incarceration
Student and Family Handbook
The Student and Family Handbook is a way to understand the rights that you have in the district. It is also a place where the district outlines our expectations for students and families.
- Chapter 1: Welcome
  This chapter provides an introduction to the handbook and some important tools to navigate the district. You will find information about the school board, a contact list for the district, and the district calendar of holidays and key events for the year.
  - 1.1 How to Use This Handbook
    The Student and Family Handbook (we use the term family to include parents, caregivers and guardians) is a resource for all SFUSD stakeholders. This handbook is a way to understand the rights that you have in the district. It is a place where the district
    - 1.1.1 What Are These Legal Codes?
      Throughout the handbook, you will see citations of different types of legal codes. The information in these codes is legally required to be shared with you, and the code citations are helpful reference points for you to understand the source of the rule —
  - 1.2 Overview of Notifications
    At the beginning of the school year, the District provides notification to parents/guardians/caregivers regarding various rights and responsibilities. These notice requirements are embedded throughout this Handbook and/or are listed on this page.
  - 1.3 Overview of Forms
    View a list of forms in the Student and Family Handbook.
  - 1.4 Superintendent Letter
    Superintendent Letter
  - 1.5 SFUSD Board of Education
    The Board of Education is composed of seven members, elected at large to serve four-year terms. It is subject to local, state, and federal laws. The board determines policy for all public schools, from Kindergarten through twelfth grade (TK–12) in the San
  - 1.6 Get in Contact With Us
    fill this in
    - 1.6.1 Directory of SFUSD Departments
      Please visit www.sfusd.edu/departments for a list of commonly contacted departments and department websites.
    - 1.6.2 SchoolMessenger
      Parents-Guardians in SFUSD are automatically opted-in to SchoolMessenger, which is used to send families essential SFUSD district information as well as school-specific information. The messages come in the form of calls, text notifications, and email.
    - 1.6.3 How to Update Family Contact Information
      Families can update their contact information through the Family Portal ParentVue at portal.sfusd.edu or by contacting their school’s main office. More about ParentVue in chapter 3.4.3. For more information on technology in SFUSD and to access step-b
    - 1.6.4 Being Prepared for the Event of an Emergency
      Here at SFUSD, safety is our priority. Find out how your family can be prepared in the event of an emergency at or near your child’s school, or learn about how we communicate with families during an emergency.
    - 1.6.5 SFUSD Safe School Line (Helpline)
      The Safe School Line aims to make our school community safer by providing three ways for students to report incidents of harassment, violence, and intimidation – via email, telephone, or an online form.
    - 1.6.6 Community Hotlines
      Community Hotlines
  - 1.7 Annual Calendar
    View the school calendar
- Chapter 2: SFUSD's Commitment to Families and Students
  This chapter outlines the mission and vision that guide SFUSD’s work and the graduate profile of the competencies and knowledge that we seek for all of our students. This chapter can help you understand the core values and goals that underpin our work a
  - 2.1 District Mission and Vision
    Each and every student who attends SFUSD schools will discover their spark, along with a strong sense of self and purpose. Each and every student will graduate from high school ready for college and career and equipped with the skills, capacities and disp
  - 2.2 Graduate Profile
    SFUSD is committed to helping all students develop strong academic knowledge and skills, as well as a host of dispositions and behaviors, that increase their curiosity and engagement, activate their full potential for learning, and prepare them for life,
  - 2.3 SFUSD Service Standards
    SFUSD's nine service standards fall under the categories of Honor, Understand, and Guide, or HUG for short. These HUG service standards help all SFUSD employees consistently provide high-quality service to our students, families, colleagues, and community
- Chapter 3: Family Resources and Rights
  The rights of families (the term we use to include parents, caregivers and guardians) are outlined in this chapter. This includes information about access to information and student data, enrollment and the district’s health, wellness and nutrition serv
  - 3.1 Family and Community Partnership
    The Community Schools & Family Partnerships Office provides support to school sites, families, district staff, and community partners to create strong partnerships to support students.
  - 3.2 Family Leadership Opportunities
    We believe that the collective and collaborative work of all stakeholders will achieve academic success for all students. School Site Councils (SSCs) and parent/community advisory committees such as the School Advisory Committees (SACs) and English Learn
  - 3.3 Parent Rights
    3.3 Parent Rights
    - 3.3.1 Right To Be Included in the Educational Process
      Under state law, parents/guardians of enrolled students have the right to be included in the educational process and to have access to the system on behalf of their children.
    - 3.3.2 Responsibility to Notify Existence of Court Orders
      3.3.2 Responsibility to notify school site administrator about existence of any court orders that affect school attendance.
    - 3.3.3 Volunteers and Visitors
      All visitors to a school, including parents, must sign in at the main office and receive proper authorization to be in the school. Visitors may be asked by the school site staff to display their passes as requested.
    - 3.3.4 Gender Discrimination and Sexual Harassment
      Title IX of the Civil Rights Act provides that “no person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Fe
    - 3.3.5 Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) 2015
      The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA): The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) took full effect in 2018 to replace the No Child Left Behind Act in modifying the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA).
    - 3.3.6 Prohibition Against Charging Student Fees
      California law prohibits public schools from charging student fees for public education, unless the fee is specifically authorized under the law. (SFUSD Board Policy 3260)
    - 3.3.7 Form: Cal Grant Applicant Opt Out Form
      Download the Cal Grant Applicant Opt Out Form
    - 3.3.8 Form: Kindergarten To College Opt-Out Form
      Download the Kindergarten To College Opt-Out Form
    - 3.3.9 Form: FAFSA or California Dream Act Opt Out Form
      3.3.9 Form: FAFSA or California Dream Act Opt Out Form
    - 3.3.10: Citizenship/Undocumented Families: Know Your Educational Rights
      3.3.10: Citizenship/Undocumented Families: Know Your Educational Rights
  - 3.4 Information / Data Access, Rights, and Privacy
    3.4 Information / Data Access, Rights, and Privacy
    - 3.4.1 Student Records and Privacy Rights
      The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords 1) Parents of students 17 and younger; and 2) Parents of students 18 and older if the student is dependent for tax purposes on certain rights with respect to the student’s education records.
    - 3.4.2 Access to Student Records
      Full access to student records is granted to: a) Parents/guardians/caregivers of students age 17 and younger; b) Parents/guardians/caregivers of students age 18 and older if the student is dependent; c) Students age 16 or older or eligible students enroll
    - 3.4.3 Synergy Family Portal (ParentVUE)
      The Family Portal (ParentVUE) offers secure, private access to your student's school information, including assignments, grades, attendance, and teacher contact information. In the Family Portal you can see information for all your students on a single we
    - 3.4.4 Student Portal (StudentVUE)
      The Student Portal (StudentVUE) offers secure, private access to students’ school information. Using StudentVUE, students can see assignments, current grades and attendance, and contact teachers. To log in, use your SFUSD username and email address.
    - 3.4.5 Form: Student Acceptable Use Policy / Consent Form
      All families will be given a Student Acceptable Use Policy/Consent Form at the beginning of the year to be signed by the parent/guardian. Parents/guardians shall have the right to examine their child’s computer files, including electronic communications,
    - 3.4.6 Disclosure of Student Information on District Websites
      Student information is private and protected. No photographs and/or student work may be posted on the District website with any identifying information that can lead to the identification of the student, unless the parent/guardian has given their prior wr
    - 3.4.7 Notification: 3rd Party Use of Student Photos, Video, or Schoolwork
      Non-District media, community organizations or agencies may wish to interview, photograph, or film students. If you do not want your student to participate, please submit a written letter describing your request to your child’s School office. We will ma
    - 3.4.8 Form: District Use of Student Photographs/ Images/Schoolwork
      3.4.8 Form: Consent Form to Permit District to Use Student Photographs/Images/Schoolwork
  - 3.5 Special Education
    3.5 Special Education
    - 3.5.1 Special Education Quick Links
      This section includes information about assessments, raising and resolving issues related to special education, and contact information for the Special Education Services Ombudsperson. Additionally, throughout this handbook is further information related
    - 3.5.2 Special Education Assessment
      The SFUSD Department of Special Education Services offers assessment for students suspected of having a disability and provides services for those students identified as individuals with exceptional needs.
    - 3.5.3 Resolving Issues With the Local School District
      Federal and state laws provide several mechanisms for resolving issues with the local school district. You can find these on the Notice of Procedural Safeguards and Parents Rights provided at your Individualized Educational Program (IEP) meeting.
    - 3.5.4 Section 504
      3.5.4 Section 504
  - 3.6 LEP, EL, Immigrant and Undocumented Students and Families
    This section includes information about translation and interpretation services for families. It also outlines the district’s commitments to immigrant students and the rights of these students.
    - 3.6.1 Specific Table of Contents
      This section includes information about translation and interpretation services for families. It also outlines the district’s commitments to immigrant students and the rights of these students. There is additional information throughout this handbook t
    - 3.6.2 Free Translation and Interpretation Services
      Translation & Interpretation Services provides translation of district documents provided to parents; and interpretation at events such as Board meetings, special education meetings, or for other communications where school site translation or interpretat
    - 3.6.3 Form: Primary Language Assistance Request Form - School Site
      Primary Language Assistance Request Form for School Sites
    - 3.6.4 Form: Primary Language Assistance Request Form - Central Office Department
      Primary Language Assistance Request Form - Central Office Department
    - 3.6.5 Form: Translation/Interpretation Services Complaint Form
      Translation/Interpretation Services Complaint Form
    - 3.6.6 Rights of Undocumented Students
      The San Francisco Unified School District is a safe haven for all students regardless of citizenship status. Every student has the right to attend school regardless of the immigration status of the child or of the child’s family members. All students, i
    - 3.6.7 Notification: Commitment to Education of All Immigrant Children and Opposition to ICE Raids
      On April 24, 2007, the Board of Education adopted SFUSD Board Resolution No. 74-24A2, Commitment to Education of All Immigrant Children and Opposition to Recent ICE Raids. In the Resolution, the Board of Education stated its commitment to provide a publ
    - 3.6.8 Form: Language Program Request Form
      If the school your student is enrolled in does not offer a particular language program, you may submit a request by completing the Language Program Request Form.
  - 3.7 Building a Safe School Environment
    - 3.7.1 Support Services for LGBTQ Youth
      Since 1990, LGBTQ Student Services aims to provide school sites the resources and district support to meet the needs of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning youth and families.
    - 3.7.2 Transgender Youth, Non-Binary and Gender Non-Conforming Youth
      Learn about transgender, non-binary and gender non-conforming students’ rights
    - 3.7.3 Violence-Prevention Education and Events
    - 3.7.4 Anti-Slur Policy
    - 3.7.5 Student Mentor Program
      The SFUSD Student Mentor Program (Mentoring for Success) is a school based mentoring program that provides students with highly qualified and effective mentors who engage students in asset building activities to build skills for school success, improved a
    - 3.7.6 Mandatory Reports to Child Protective Services
    - 3.7.7 School Employee Code of Conduct with Students
  - 3.8 Enrollment
    - 3.8.1 Choice Enrollment Process
    - 3.8.2 Enrollment Procedures
      The Educational Placement Center (EPC) is the Welcome Center for families on the road to education in SFUSD. EPC has a number of Placement Counselors who can help you with the entire enrollment process whether your child is new to SFUSD or already attend
    - 3.8.3 Enrollment and Rights of Foster Youth
      Learn about enrollment and rights of foster youth.
    - 3.8.4 Enrollment Rights of Students Experiencing Homelessness (SAFEH)
      A homeless student has the right to continue their education in the school of origin through the duration of homelessness.
    - 3.8.5 English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC)
      State and federal law require that school districts administer a state test of English language proficiency to students whose primary language is other than English. The ELPAC has replaced the California English Language Development Test (CELDT) and is al
    - 3.8.6 School Transfers / Change of Program Eligibility
      Transfers during the school year are disruptive for students and schools and will generally not be accepted. Transfers are not permitted after the first week of September except in limited circumstances.
    - 3.8.7 Residency Requirement for Students
    - 3.8.8 Interdistrict Permit Requests
      A parent/guardian who is a resident of San Francisco and wishes for their child to attend a public school outside of San Francisco must submit an interdistrict permit to the Educational Placement Center (EPC).
    - 3.8.9 Enrollment of Student Expelled From Other School Districts
    - 3.8.10 Attendance Options: Alternative Schools in Educational Programs
      State law authorizes all school districts to provide for alternative schools.
    - 3.8.11 Form: School Health Form for School Entry - Grades TK/K-12
      Download the School Health Form for School Entry Grades TK/K-12
  - 3.9 Nutrition, Health, and Wellness
    - 3.9.1 SFUSD Wellness Policy
      The SFUSD Wellness Policy Program’s vision is to promote an environment that makes the healthy choice the easy and most desirable choice for students, staff, and families
    - 3.9.2 Physical Education
      All students in grades K-9 participate in physical education (PE) classes. California Education Code section 51210(g) requires that all students in grades 1 through 6 receive a minimum of 200 minutes of Physical Education instruction every ten days—that
    - 3.9.3 Physical Education Minutes: Complaint Form
      3.9.3 Physical Education Minutes: Complaint Form
    - 3.9.4 School Meals by Student Nutrition Services (SNS)
      Student Nutrition Services (SNS) is committed to providing students the equitable support they need to succeed in the classroom and beyond, by keeping them nourished along the way. We strive to create a student-centered, equitable, and financially stable
    - 3.9.5 Resources for Health and Wellness
      Families can find a wealth of resources at SFUSD schools to support their children’s health, development, safety, and academic success
    - 3.9.6 Nurses and Health Programs at Schools
      School District Nurses attend to individual student health as well as school-wide health issues. They are trained to recognize and respond to a wide range of health and behavioral concerns that may affect a child’s academic achievement and attendance, as
    - 3.9.7 Health Insurance Options
      You may contact your school social worker, school district nurse, or high school Wellness Program for help connecting with community health services and health insurance, including Medi-Cal.
    - 3.9.8 Tobacco and E-Cigarette-Free campus
      The San Francisco Unified School District requires its campuses to be tobacco and electronic vaping products-free. SFUSD prohibits the use of tobacco and electronic vaping products, at any time, in district-owned or leased buildings, on district propert
    - 3.9.9 Condom Availability Program
      As part of a comprehensive effort to prevent HIV infection (Human Immunodeficiency Virus), the cause of AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome), other STIs (Sexually Transmitted Infections) and pregnancy, students at all SFUSD middle and high schools
    - 3.9.10 Counseling, Psychological and Social Services
      SFUSD School Social Workers, School Nurses, and Wellness Programs provide counseling and student support groups for children and youth who are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, or other risk factors for violence and/or substance use.
    - 3.9.11 Notification: CA LEA Billing Option Program
      San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD), in cooperation with the California Departments of Health Services and Education, has a program to allow the District to be reimbursed with federal Medicaid dollars for selected health services (such as, but n
    - 3.9.12 Notifications: Health Screenings and Services
      3.9.12 Notifications: Health Screenings and Services
    - 3.9.13 Form: Oral Health Assessment Form
      3.9.13 Form: Oral Health Assessment Form
    - 3.9.14 Notification: Type 2 Diabetes Information
      Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes in adults. Until a few years ago, type 2 diabetes was rare in children, but it is becoming more common, especially for overweight teens.
    - 3.9.15 Notification: SFUSD Youth Risk Behavior Survey
      SFUSD’s Student and Family Services Division, in cooperation with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the California Department of Education, will administer the Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) in grades 6 through 12 in 2022-23. Survey re
    - 3.9.16 Notification: Healthy Schools Act of 2000 Pesticide Notification
      The California Healthy Schools Act of 2000 requires all California school districts notify parents and guardians about the use of pesticides in schools.
    - 3.9.17 Form: Request for Individual Pesticide Application Notification
      3.9.17 Form: Request for Individual Pesticide Application Notification
    - 3.9.18 Notification: Notice of Asbestos Inspections
      In compliance with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) regulations mandated by the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act of 1986 (AHERA), the SFUSD has performed inspections of all District buildings housing K-12 classrooms which were const
  - 3.10 Medication and Emergency Care Plan Forms
    3.10 Medication and Emergency Care Plan Forms
    - 3.10.1 Form: Student Emergency / Medical Information Card
      3.10.1 Form: Student Emergency / Medical Information Card
    - 3.10.2 Notification: Administration of Student Medications at School
      SFUSD recognizes that your child may occasionally need to take medication during school hours. In order to provide a safe and supportive environment for this, SFUSD has developed a policy regarding the dispensing of medications in school.
    - 3.10.3 Notification: Medication Administration Protocol
      Protocols for administering medication at school.
    - 3.10.4 Form: Individualized Health Plans Info and Emergency Care Plan
      Students with chronic health conditions like asthma, diabetes, allergies, and seizure disorders will need health services at school, such as appropriate procedures, medication or emergency response. Individualized health plans and emergency care plans p
    - 3.10.5 Form: Medication Form
      3.10.5 Form: Medication Form (one medication per form)
    - 3.10.6 Form: Allergy Emergency Care Plan
      3.10.6 Form: Allergy Emergency Care Plan
    - 3.10.7 Form: Medical Form for Epinephrine Auto Injector
      3.10.7 Form: Medical Form for Epinephrine Auto Injector
    - 3.10.8 Form: Asthma Emergency Care Plan
      3.10.8 Form: Asthma Emergency Care Plan
    - 3.10.9 Form: Asthma Medication Form
      3.10.9 Form: Asthma Medication Form (one medication per form)
    - 3.10.10 Form: Diabetes Emergency Care Plan
      3.10.10 Form: Diabetes Emergency Care Plan
    - 3.10.11 Form: Seizure Emergency Care Plan
      3.10.11 Form: Seizure Emergency Care Plan
    - 3.10.12 Form: Physician Authorization for Administration of EASM
      3.10.12 Form: Physician Authorization for Administration of Emergency Anti-Seizure Medication (EASM)
  - 3.11 Multipurpose Family Income Form for School Benefits
    Submit the Multipurpose Family Income Form to apply for your student to receive free or reduced-price school benefits
- Chapter 4: Student Academic Expectations
  The district’s academic policies and expectations are detailed in this chapter. The chapter outlines attendance guidelines and how the district works with families when a student has many absences. It includes academic policies, including grading, promo
  - 4.1 Attendance Guidelines
    - 4.1.1 Importance of Attendance
      California law requires that children between the ages of 6 and 18 attend school every day. It is the parent/caregiver’s responsibility to ensure that their child gets to school every day.
    - 4.1.2 Recommendations for Temporary School Exclusion Due to Illness
      Chapter 4.1.2: Recommendations for Temporary School Exclusion Due to Illness
    - 4.1.3 What Parents/Caregivers Should Do When a Student Will Be Absent
    - 4.1.4 Excused and Unexcused Absences
      Verification of student absences is accepted only from parents/guardians/caregivers, or the student if they are 18 years old or older.
    - 4.1.5 What Happens if a Student has Many Unexcused Absences?
      If a student has unexcused absences, the school will send letters home, call the student’s home, and request meetings with the parent/guardian to develop an action plan and identify any support services the family needs to help the student get to school.
    - 4.1.6 Mandatory Report: Juvenile Court Probation
      Satisfactory school attendance and school behavior are typically conditions set forth by the court as a condition of probation.
  - 4.2 Academic Guidelines
    - 4.2.1 Academic Honesty
    - 4.2.2 Dropping Courses
    - 4.2.3 Excused Absences/Tardies
    - 4.2.4 Homework
    - 4.2.5 Grading Period
    - 4.2.6 Grading Policy
    - 4.2.7 Middle and High School Grades
    - 4.2.8 Progress Reports and Report Cards
    - 4.2.9 Student Accountability Report Cards (SARC)
    - 4.2.10 Independent Study
      The Board of Education authorizes Independent Study as an optional alternative instructional strategy by which students may reach curriculum objectives and fulfill graduation requirements. Three types of Independent study are offered within SFUSD.
    - 4.2.11 Extended Learning and Support for High School Students
    - 4.2.12 Graduation Activities Participation
      4.2.12 Graduation Activities Participation
    - 4.2.13 Advanced Placement (AP) Test Fee Reimbursement Program
  - 4.3 Promotion and Retention
    Students shall progress through the grade levels by demonstrating growth in learning and meeting grade-level standards of expected student achievement.
  - 4.4 Curriculum and Instruction
    - 4.4.1 Social Emotional Learning
    - 4.4.2 Health Education Curriculum
      Health Education is part of the required instructional program at all grade levels in San Francisco schools. The goals of health education are to supplement and reinforce discussions about health in the home and to teach knowledge and skills necessary fo
    - 4.4.3 ExCEL After School Programs
    - 4.4.4 Common Core State Standards
    - 4.4.5 CAASPP Testing
      The California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) is the statewide assessment system used by California public schools. CAASPP provides information that can be used to monitor student progress and ensure that all students leave high s
    - 4.4.6 Visual and Performing Arts
      The San Francisco community has long supported arts education, recognizing the value of arts and creativity in providing each and every student with a quality arts education experience.
  - 4.5 High School Graduation Requirements
    - 4.5.1 College and Career Readiness
      SFUSD prepares and supports all students for post-secondary education and a competitive, fulfilling career pathway. All students including individuals with special learning, physical, or language needs should prepare for a career and for post-secondary ed
    - 4.5.2 Credits and Course Requirements
      Students must complete a minimum of the following numbers of courses in the subjects specified, each course having duration of one year, unless otherwise specified. These credits may be achieved through traditional classes or alternative means that have b
    - 4.5.3 Alternatives to High School Diploma
  - 4.6 CSU and UC Admission Requirements
    4.6 California State University and University of California Admission Requirements
  - 4.7 Activities and Athletics
  - 4.8 Work Permits
    Students ages 14 through 17 are required by law to possess a Work Permit in order to be employed.
  - 4.9 Technology Resources
    The district’s technology policies, expectations as well as resources and tools are detailed in this chapter.
    - 4.9.1 SFUSD Google Suite for Education
      Our district uses Google Suite for Education to communicate, collaborate, and learn. Students are provided with an SFUSD Google account that allows them to access SFUSD email, documents, and many other learning tools.
    - 4.9.2 Digital Learning Systems for Students
    - 4.9.3 SFUSD Digital Backpack and Clever
      Digital Backpack is how SFUSD students access district-approved learning applications, and those applications are usually accessed via a tool called Clever.
    - 4.9.4 Notice of Virtual Meetings
    - 4.9.5 Notice of Educational Applications/Tools
      The Departments of Technology, Curriculum & Instruction, and Special Education have identified some valuable educational tools that we need a guardian's permission to use with your student. The purpose of this notice is to inform parents/guardians/careg
- Chapter 5: Student Behavior
  This chapter outlines SFUSD’s expectations for student behavior. This chapter details the principles that SFUSD expects to guide the behaviors of students, staff and parents/caregivers. It provides information about the rights and responsibilities of thes
  - 5.1 Guiding Principles
  - 5.2 Student Bill of Rights and Responsibilities
    - 5.2.1 Student Bill of Rights
    - 5.2.2 Student Responsibilities
  - 5.3 General Expectations of Behavior
  - 5.4 State and Federal Behavior Policies
  - 5.5 SFUSD Behavior Policies
    - 5.5.1 Dress/Appearance Standards
    - 5.5.2 School Uniforms
      SFUSD Board of Education Policy on School Uniforms
    - 5.5.3 Open/Closed School Campus (Leaving Campus During Lunch)
      All elementary and middle schools shall have closed campuses for the safety and welfare of all students. In order to give high school students an opportunity to demonstrate responsibility, independent judgment, and positive citizenship, each high school
    - 5.5.4 Students Using Automobiles To and From School
      All students using automobiles to drive to and from school shall be required to file with the principal of the school written permission from their parent/guardian/caregiver to do so.
    - 5.5.5 Bus Safety Rules
      Riding the yellow school bus to and from school is a privilege. Students must obey the rules or lose the privilege.
    - 5.5.6 Rules on Public Transportation
      San Francisco Unified School District students are expected to observe the above rules when riding public transportation.
    - 5.5.7 Skateboards, Skates, Scooters, and Bicycles
      To ensure the safety of all students, skateboards, hover-boards, skates, scooters and bicycles may not be used during school hours while on school ground.
    - 5.5.8 Internet Use and Safety—Administrative Regulation for Students
      The San Francisco Unified School District (“District”) provides computers, computer network and Internet Services to students for the specific and limited purpose of achieving the District’s goals and accomplishing its educational purposes. The District
- Chapter 6: Student Discipline
  - 6.1 The Safe and Supportive Schools Resolution
    In spring of 2014, the Board of Education adopted the Safe and Supportive Schools Resolution (SSSR). Through this resolution, SFUSD has committed to providing staff with tools to positively engage students through full implementation of School-Wide Posi
  - 6.2 Interventions and Supports for Behavior
    - 6.2.1 Glossary: Key Behavior Supports and Interventions at SFUSD
      Many school-wide supports and interventions at SFUSD enhance a sense of positive community within schools, teach conflict resolution, and build skills that foster positive student behavior, and are implemented in culturally responsive ways. Definitions o
    - 6.2.2 Overview of the Three Tiered Behavioral Matrices
      The District has worked with school and community stakeholders to develop three tiered behavioral matrices, required by Board Policy 5144 (Discipline) and 5144.1(Suspension and Expulsion/Due Process) to offer alternatives to suspension referral. These ma
    - 6.2.3 Matrix of Supports/Interventions for Defiance and Disruptive Behaviors
      Refer to the matrix in response to defiance and disruptive behaviors.
    - 6.2.4 Matrix of Supports/Interventions for Serious Behaviors
      Refer to the discipline matrix in response to serious behaviors.
    - 6.2.5 Matrix for Behavior Requiring Intensive Intervention
      Refer to the discipline matrix in response to behaviors requiring intensive intervention.
    - 6.2.6 Additional Recommended Interventions and Supports: Special Populations
      6.2.6 Additional Recommended Interventions and Supports: Special Populations
    - 6.2.7 Contact Information to Access Services/Support
      How familes (the term family is used to include parents, caregivers and guardians) can reach out directly to request support for their student(s)
  - 6.3 Disciplinary Guidelines on Suspensions and Expulsions
    - 6.3.1 Alternatives to Suspension
    - 6.3.2 Definitions of Prohibited Behaviors
      6.3.2 Definitions of Prohibited Behaviors
    - 6.3.3 Prohibited Suspensions
    - 6.3.4 Suspension Due Process
    - 6.3.5 Suspension Appeals
      You can appeal a suspension on one or more of the reasons outlined below.
    - 6.3.6 Expulsion Regulations and Procedures
      California State Education Code mandates that any students who commit the following offenses be immediately suspended from school and referred for expulsion.
    - 6.3.7 Suspension and Expulsion Procedures for Special Education Students
      Generally, school officials may suspend a student who qualifies for special education using the same procedures as with general education students. Special education students are not exempt from the disciplinary standards that apply to all students.
  - 6.4 Interactions with the Police and Law Enforcement
    - 6.4.1 Mandatory Reports to Police by School Site Administrator or Designee
    - 6.4.2 Notification of Parents Upon Student’s Removal by Police
    - 6.4.3 Police Contact and Intervention
    - 6.4.4 “Know Your Rights for Youth in San Francisco” Brochure
      6.4.4 “Know Your Rights for Youth in San Francisco” Brochure
- Chapter 7: Complaint Policies and Procedures
  - 7.1 Nondiscrimination Statement
    The Board of Education desires to provide a safe school environment that allows all students equal access and opportunities in the District's academic and other educational support programs, services, and activities.
  - 7.2 Complaint Procedures Overview Chart
    The chart below provides a broad overview of the types of complaint processes available to address concerns.
  - 7.3 Uniform Complaint Procedures
    The District shall investigate and resolve complaints alleging violations of federal or state laws or regulations governing specific educational programs, the prohibition against requiring students to pay fees, deposits or other charges for participating
  - 7.4 Williams Uniform Complaint Procedures
    Complaints related to sufficiency of textbooks or instructional materials, emergency or urgent facilities conditions that pose a threat to the health or safety of students or staff, and teacher vacancies and misassignment and certain EED health and safety
  - 7.5 Bullying and Harassment
    District employees shall establish student safety as a high priority and shall not tolerate bullying of any student. No individual or group shall, through physical, written, verbal, or other means, harass, sexually harass, threaten, intimidate, retaliate,
  - 7.6 Sexual Harassment
    The Board prohibits sexual harassment of students by other students, employees or other persons, at school or at school-sponsored or school-related activities.
  - 7.7 Hate Motivated Behavior
    The Board policy affirms the right of every student to be protected from hate-motivated behavior. Behavior or statements that degrade an individual on the basis of their race, ethnicity, culture, heritage, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual ori
  - 7.8 Americans with Disabilities Act - Facility / Physical Access Complaint Procedure
    SFUSD promotes equality for people with disabilities through ensuring that our built environment is aligned with federal and state accessibility guidelines and standards. Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act ensures access to District faciliti
  - 7.9 Section 504 Process Grievance and Free and Appropriate Public Education
    Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is a civil rights law that generally protects students with disabilities from discrimination and provides eligible students with a free and appropriate public education (FAPE). The receipt of FAPE for eligib
  - 7.10 Complaints Regarding State Preschool Health and Safety Issues in Preschool Programs Exempt from Licensing
    Complaints Regarding State Preschool Health and Safety Issues in Preschool Programs Exempt from Licensing
  - 7.11 Special Education Disputes
    7.11 Special Education Disputes
  - 7.12 Complaint Forms
    7.12 Complaint Forms
Student and Family Learning Resources
Find resources to support continuity of learning through potential disruptions.
- Pre-K - TK
  - Health and Social Emotional Activities
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  - Pre-Writing
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  - Students with Disabilities
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    PK/TK Resources for Visual & Performing Arts
- Kindergarten
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    Kindergarten - Math
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  - Students with Disabilities
    Kindergarten - Resources for Students who Receive Special Education Services
  - Resources for Visual & Performing Arts
- First Grade
- 2nd Grade
  - Health and Social Emotional
    Second Grade - Health and Social Emotional Activities
  - Reading
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  - Students with Disabilities
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- 3rd - 5th Grade
- 6th - 12th Grade
Student Intervention Team
The Student Intervention Team (SIT) recruits, trains and supervises a yearly cohort of approximately 40-50 graduate-level clinical interns.
Technology Resources for Families
Information and resources from the Department of Technology for SFUSD families.
- Technology Tools for Family Partnership
  A space for SFUSD Families to learn more about the Digital Learning and Digital Communication tools that their child and childs educator will be using to promote home school connections.
- Internet Access
  Information about how to get internet access for students in Grade 4 and above who need the internet for doing homework.
  - Verizon Orbic Hotspot
    Need help learning to use your new Verizon Orbic hotspot? This page contains the essentials to get you started.
- Devices
  Information on how to get or return a district device for your child.
- Digital Backpack
  Information about how to access Digital Backpack tools during COVID-19 school closures.
- FAQs
  Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about district technology
- Family Technology Tutorial Videos
  View these family technology tutorial videos to get started. This page organizes the content of the SFUSD Family Technology Tutorials YouTube Playlist (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzdPtbV7hJLL9sd4Bi8qk7F5sbyjFYTIX) by topic/tool and by language
- Family Webinars
  To assist families in access the tools and resources they need SFUSD has created family webinars for families and students to help guide them in accessing tools and applications for distance learning
- Virtual Meetings
  Virtual Meetings

Abraham Lincoln High School
Abraham Lincoln High School
- School Info
  - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
    FAQ
  - Mission Statement & Schoolwide Learning Outcomes (SLO's)
  - Directions to ALHS
    alhs-Directions to ALHS
  - Administration
    alhs-Administration Overview
  - Counseling
    alhs-Faculty/Staff Rescources Page-Counseling Dept.-Counseling Overview
    - Wellness Center Resources
  - History of ALHS
    - Time Capsule Overview
      - 1940s
        
        Page 1
      - 1950s
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      - 1970s
      - 1980s
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  - Attendance Policy & Permit To Leave (PTL)
    Attendance Policy/Information for Lincoln High School.
  - School Site Council (SSC)
  - Yearbook (The ALHS Round-Up Yearbook)
    Yearbook (The ALHS Round-Up Yearbook)
  - CTE Academies
    We have 4 great CTE-funded academies to choose from!
    - Business Academy
      Business Academy Info
    - Digital Media Design (DMD) Academy
      Learn about the Digital Media Design (DMD) Academy.
      - AME Media Arts Intro
      - AME Media Arts 1
      - AME-Media Arts 2
        AME-Media Arts 2
    - Green Academy
      alhs-Green Academy
    - Teacher Academy
      Academies & Pathways Overview-Teacher Academy
  - Avid Program
  - Advanced Placement Program
  - Pathways
    Pathways at ALHS.
    - Biotechnology Pathway
- Students
  - After School Program
    - Staff and Teachers
    - Teen Cultural Center
  - AP Testing Registration
    Use the link on this page to register for AP (Advanced Placement) Exams.
  - ASB (Associated Student Body)
    - ASB Store
    - Dance Contracts
  - ALHS Clothing
    Alhs - Swag
  - Library
    - Library and Computer Labs
    - Hours and Policy
      alhs-Hours and Policy
    - Catalog
    - Databases and Reference
  - Lincoln Log
    - Lincoln Log Archive
      alhs-Lincoln Log Archive
  - Peer Resources
    - Mediation & Peer Resources
  - Wellness Center
    - ALHS Nurse's Health Page
      ALHS Nurse's Health Page
  - Clubs and Clubs Calendar
    alhs-Clubs Overview
- Faculty/Depts
  - Career Technical Education (CTE)
    Career Technical Education (CTE) Dept.
  - Dean's Dept.
  - English
    - ALHS Summer Reading List (Recommended)
  - Faculty/Staff
  - Faculty/Staff Resources Page
  - Health Education
  - JROTC
    alhs-The JROTC Department
    - Mustang Battalion
      alhs JROTC Mustang Battalion information
      - Battalion Staff 2019-2020
      - Companies 2019-2020
    - JROTC Teams
      alhs JROTC Teams
  - Mathematics
    alhs-The Mathematics Department
  - Physical Education
  - Science
  - Social Studies
    alhs-The Social Studies Department
  - Special Education
    alhs-The Special Education Department
  - Arts Department
    Arts Department
    - Special Programs
  - Wellness Center Dept.
  - World Languages
    About ALHS' World Languages Department.
- PTSA & Community
  - PTSA
    - PTSA Fundraising
      alhs-PTSA Fundraising
  - English Learners (ELAC)
- Athletics
  alhs-Athletics
  - Requirements For Participation
  - Forms
- Alumni
- Resources
  This page contains quick links for faculty.
AccessSFUSD: The Arc
Community based special education school serving students 18-22.
- About Us
  Learn more about the programming at AccessSFUSD: The Arc.
- Community Partners
  Community partners are the cornerstone of the programming at AccessSFUSD: The Arc
- FAQs
  Answers to frequently answered questions for AccessSFUSD: The Arc.
- Meet the Staff
  Meet the staff of AccessSFUSD: The Arc
- In the Media
  AccessSFUSD: The Arc in the media
A.P. Giannini Middle School
Information about A.P. Giannini Middle School in SFUSD
- Learning
  Curriculum • Assessments • Language pathways • Special education • Before and after school programs • Library
  - Subjects
    - English/ELA
      Information
    - Garden
    - Mathematics
      Information
    - Physical Education
      The A.P. Giannini Physical Education Department follows the California PE Content Standards and focuses on the respective theme of each grade level: cooperation, decision-making, and problem solving.
    - Science
      Information
    - Social Studies
      Information
    - APG Electives
      APG Electives, APG Visual and Performing Arts, APG AVID, APG Computer Science, Current Elective System
      - AVID
      - Computer Science
      - Arts
        Information
        
        Art
        Check out galleries of physical and electronic art projects by APG Students
        
        Chalk the Walk Gallery
        Student Chalk the Walk Art
        
        Fall 2020 Digital Art
        Gallery of Fall 2020 digital art
        
        Inclusion Week 2020 Student Art
        Gallery of student art celebrating Inclusion Week 2020
        
        Choir
        
        Drama
        
        Orchestra
  - Special Education
  - Help
  - ELPAC & State Testing
- Students
  - APG Wellness Center
    If you need a health check because your body is not feeling well, or you need a heart check because things are tough and you need to speak with someone, we are here to help!
  - Athletics
    For the 2021-2022 school year, we expect to begin the sports season on time in August! More details will follow when available.
    - Physical & Other Forms
      Preparticipation Physical Packet
    - Tryouts
      Athletic Tryouts Schedule
  - Counseling
    Meet our counseling team!
  - Extracurriculars
  - Student Government
  - Student Publications
    Student created newspaper, zines, and activities
- Families
  - Attendance
    Attendance related procedures
  - High School Enrollment
    Important dates for 8th grade students and families
  - Extended Day
    Before School | After School
    - After School Program
      The 3:35 - 6:30 PM schedule for the after school program.
    - Beacon Clubs
    - Before School Mandarin
      Mandarin Class
    - Before School Spanish
      Studenst are evaluated for the level that best suits them.
  - Family Portal
  - PTSA
  - Resources
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  - Family Wellness Support
    Wellness Support
- APG Library
  Links to SFUSD provided academic, subscription databases with content pre-selected for academic work such as research projects
  - How-To Videos
    Tech help and pointers to district resources for students, staff, and families
  - SF Public Library
    eBooks, Audiobooks, Movies, eMagazines, Databases & Homework Help
  - Digital Citizenship
    Links by grade level to the APG blended-learning format digital citizenship lessons based on the Common Sense Media curriculum
- About APG
  Letter from principal • Staff • Bell schedule • School policies • Events
  - Bell Schedule
    Bell schedule
  - Contact Us
    Contact information
  - Enrollment
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  - School Tours
    Interested in A.P. Giannini? Sign up for a virtual school tour.
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  - The Basics
    Attendance, Bells Schedule, Lost & Found, Menus
  - School Site Council (SSC)
    APG SSC
  - Transportation
    Information about school bus transportation
Alamo Elementary School
Alamo Elementary School
- About Our School
  - Bell Schedule
    Children in Kindergarten through second grade have recess and lunch separate from the older children in third, fourth and fifth grades.
  - Administration and Staff
    Meet the administration, teachers, and community teachers at Alamo
  - School Meals
    This page explains how to apply for free or reduced breakfast and lunch at Alamo
  - After School Programs
    This page contains information about the after school care provided on site at Alamo.
  - Stop, Drop & Go
    This page outlines the drop off procedure parents cannot park and walk their children to school
  - Vision and Mission
    Read about the guiding vision and mission of the administration at Alamo
  - School Tours
    Information about Alamo's school tours
- Programs
  - Physical Education
  - Visual and Performing Arts
  - Social Emotional Learning (SEL)
  - STEAM
    Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math offerings at Alamo
- Student Resources
  - Video Tutorials
  - Resources for Kindergarten
    These are apps and links for Alamo Kindergarten classes
  - Resources for 1st and 2nd Grade
  - Resources for 3rd Grade
  - Resources for 4th Grade
  - Resources for 5th Grade
  - Resources for Special Day Class, K-5
  - English Language Development (ELD) Support
  - Curriculum & Assessment
    Resources about the Alamo curriculum and how students are assessed.
  - Library
  - COVID-19
    Resources for Alamo families navigating the COVID-19 pandemic
- Families
  - Kindergarten Families
  - Alamo Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
    This page lists the current PTA officers and committee/event chairs
    - PTA Executive Board Responsibilities
  - School Site Council (SSC)
  - English Learner Advisory Committee
  - Committee Coordinators and Event Chairs
    This page lists the parents who lead the activities and events at Alamo
  - Events
  - Friends of Alamo School Foundation (FASF)
    This page explains the role of the Friends of Alamo School Foundation and lists the board members
- Communications
  - Family and Student Portals
  - ParentSquare
- Support Alamo
  - Invest in Alamo
    A Guide to Investing In Your Child’s Education
  - Stop, Drop & Go
  - Volunteer Opportunities
Alice Fong Yu Alternative School (K8)
Alice Fong Yu Alternative School (K8)
- About
  Alice Fong Yu Alternative School - 尤方玉屏學校 is the nation’s first Chinese immersion public school.
  - Staff directory
    Staff directory
  - School Hours
    School Hours
- Athletics
  Athletics documents
- Library
  Information and resources for our school library.
- School Tours
  Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:30am-11:00am.
- COMMUNITY
  The page describes PA activity and school community involment
Alvarado Elementary School
Alvarado Elementary School
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  - Welcome New Families
    Welcome letter, register, incoming students, parentsquare, room parents, drop off, afterschool
  - School Overview
    Art Music Ruth Asawa, Enrichments, PTA, Parents, Special Education, Transitional Kindergarten, TK, afterschool, Programs, curriculum
  - PTA Enrichment Program
    Parent community PTA, Art, ELAC, go green, library, art, science, technology, math, music, physical education
  - Afterschool Programs
    Mission Graduates, after school program, enrichment, literacy and math support, project-based learning,
  - Bell Schedule
    Bell Schedule
  - Tours
    School tours virtual visit
- Learning
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  - SSC
  - en español
- Alvarado Celebrations
Aptos Middle School
Aptos Middle School
- Home
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- Bell Schedules
  In-Person Learning Bell Schedules for the 2022-2023 School Year
- Aptos Tigers
  About Aptos
  - School Calendar
    View upcoming events at Aptos Middle School.
  - Staff Directory
    Meet our amazing Aptos staff.
  - Aptos Newsletter
    last updated 09/08/2022
- Families
  Information for families
  - Family Liaison
    TBA
  - 2023-2024 School Year Enrollment Workshop
    Apply for 2023-2024 School Year
  - ParentVUE
    ParentVUE Access
  - English Learners Advisory Council (ELAC)
    ELAC IS THE English Learner Advisory Council. All parents of English learners are invited to participate in this council. The Aptos Middle School 2021-22 ELAC meetings will take place in the Library Room 210; bi-monthly on a selected Wednesday evenings fr
  - Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
    Parent and Caregiver SEL Workshop Series
  - School Site Council (SSC)
    Each SFUSD school must have an elected School Site Council (SSC) to represent parents, students, community members, and school staff in the school governance process.
  - Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA)
    Aptos Middle School Parent Teacher Student Association
  - High School Information
    Information for rising 9th graders, parents, and guardians to learn about the "best fit" high school, the enrollment process, key dates, and helpful resources to help with the transition to high school.
- Students
  Information for students
  - Expectations and Policies
    TBA
  - Aptos Lunch Clubs
    Aptos Lunch Clubs 2022-23
  - Aptos Lunch Menu
    School Cafe
  - Electives Wheels
    Learn about which elective course you will be enrolled in next.
  - Mandarin Immersion Program
    Details of our Mandarin Immersion Program
  - Library
    Information about the school library and its resources
  - Aptos School Athletics
    Learn about athletic sports at Aptos.
  - CYC Aptos Beacon
    Information about the Beacon after school program at Aptos.
  - Wellness Center
    Usage and purpose of Aptos Wellness Center
  - Summer Programs
    2022 Summer Programs for Middle School Students
  - SBAC Testing Schedule
    SBAC Testing Week Schedule
  - StudentVUE
Argonne Early Education School
Argonne Early Education School
- Bell Schedule
  View the bell schedule for Argonne Early Education School.
- Families
- Programs
- Library
Argonne Elementary School
Argonne Elementary School
- Return to In-Person Learning
  Get more information about Argonne's return to in-person learning.
  - Arrival Procedures
    Procedures to follow for school arrival
  - Dismissal Procedures
    Procedures for Dismissal
- About
  Get to know Argonne Elementary School, including more information about our extended year calendar and staff.
  - Mission & Vision
    Argonne Elementary School's Mission and Vision
  - Principal's Welcome
    A welcome letter from Argonne Elementary's Principal Sheree Catingub.
  - Staff
    Meet Argonne Elementary School's staff
  - Extended Year
    A more detailed look into Argonne's extended year schedule.
  - School Tours
    Get info on touring Argonne ES.
  - Covid-19: Health & Safety
    Argonne ES Covid-19 protocols around the healthy & safety of our community.
- School Life
  Get the day-to-day info on Argonne Elementary including our welcome to new families, bell schedule, arrival and dismissal procedure, how to handle absences, school meals and our school calendar.
  - Welcome New Families
    How to stay connected with Argonne ES and our community along with helpful tips for incoming Kindergartners.
  - Bell Schedule
    Argonne ES bell schedule for 2021-2022
  - Arrival & Dismissal
    Argonne ES arrival and dismissal procedures.
  - Absences
    Argonne ES absences protocol.
  - School Meals
    Information on Argonne's school meals.
  - School Calendar
    See what events are coming up at Argonne Elementary School.
  - After-School Care
    Argonne ES offers three onsite after-school programs to make it easy for families who need after-school care.
- Support Argonne
  Learn how to support Argonne ES by donating to critical fundraisers.
- Student Resources
  Resources for Argonne ES students, including library, digital learning tools, enrichments, and programs.
  - Library
    Learn more about Argonne Elementary's library and SFUSD reading resources.
  - Enrichment Programs
    Argonne Elementary School enrichment programs.
- Family Involvement
  How Argonne ES families can get involved, whether with the PTO or volunteering.
  - School Site Council
    The Argonne ES School Site Council (SSC) is an elected body representing parents/guardians, students, community members and school staff in the school governance process.
  - English Learners Advisory Committee
    Learn more about Argonne ES English Learners Advisory Committee (ELAC).
Balboa High School
Balboa High School
- COVID-19 Resources
  Community resources for COVID-19 (last updated: January 3, 2022)
- PTSA
  PTSA information
  - Join
    join the PTSA
  - Cash Appeal
  - Fundraisers
- School Information
  Overview of School Information including Administration Information, School Policies, Pathways, Schoolwide Learning Outcomes, Departments, History, and School Site Council (SSC) and ELAC.
  - Welcome
    Welcome
  - Balboa Administration Team
    Here is some information on Balboa High School's Administration Team.
  - School Map
    Here you will find our School Map which includes classroom numbers for your reference.
  - Departments
    Here is an overview of all our Departments.
    - English
      Information for English Department
    - JROTC
      Information on Balboa JROTC Program
    - Mathematics
      Information about the Mathematics Department
    - PE and Health
      Information on our Physical Education and Health Department
    - Science
      Information about the Science Department
    - Social Studies
      History and Social Science Department classes and materials
    - Special Education
      Does your child need Special Education or assessment for Special Education? All children develop at different rates and in different ways. If you think that your child may have a disability, please see the San Francisco Unified School District main websi
    - Visual & Performing Arts
      Information on the VAPA Department
    - World Languages
      Information on the World Languages Department
  - English Language Advisory Committee (ELAC)
  - Pathways
    - CAST
    - Game Design Academy
    - Law Academy
    - PuLSe
    - WALC
  - School Site Council (SSC)
    Each SFUSD school must have an elected School Site Council (SSC) to represent parents, students, community members, and school staff in the school governance process.
  - School Tours
    School Tours overview
  - School Improvement Plans (WASC and SPSA)
    School Improvement Plans featuring WASC and SPSA information
  - Enrollment Fair and BTSN Resorces
    Welcome! Feel free to find resources for both our Back to School Night and Enrollment Fair Town Halls! This includes videos from the Town Halls in English, ASL, Spanish, and Chinese as well as Back to School Night's video and information for All Classes,
- Students
  Overview: StudentVUE Summer Assignments Bell Schedule Counseling Department School Policies Athletic Program Teen Clinic Wellness Center Cafeteria Menu After-School Program Clubs Student Council
  - Bell Schedule
    Bell Schedule
  - Clubs
    summary information
  - AP and Elective Fair
    AP and Elective Fair information
  - Counseling Department
    Links and resources related to the counseling department
  - School Policies
  - Student Government
    Student Association (SA) and Class Officer information here.
  - StudentVUE
  - A message from your teachers!
    A message from your teachers
- Families
  - After School Program
  - English Language Advisory Committee (ELAC)
  - ParentVUE
  - School Site Council (SSC)
    School Site Council (SSC)
- Library
  Reservations
  - Enrich
  - Book Club
    book club
- Technology
  Use these links to sign up for technology
- Athletics
  After School Sports Programs
  - Athletic Codes
  - Athletic Spectator Guidelines
  - Coaches Information
    Balboa Coaches Information
  - SPORTS
    - FALL
      - CROSS COUNTRY
        CROSS COUNTRY
      - FOOTBALL
        Information on the Balboa Buccaneers JV and Varsity Football Teams.
      - GIRLS' GOLF
        Girls's golf
      - GIRLS' TENNIS
        GIRLS' TENNIS
      - GIRLS' VOLLEYBALL
        GIRLS' VOLLEYBALL
      - CHEER
        CHEER
    - WINTER
      - BOY'S BASKETBALL
        BOYS BASKETBALL
      - BOY'S SOCCER
        BOY'S SOCCER
      - GIRLS' BASKETBALL
        GIRLS' BASKETBALL
      - GIRL'S SOCCER
        GIRL'S SOCCER
      - WRESTLING
        WRESTLING
    - SPRING
      - BADMINTON
        BADMINTON
      - BOYS' BASEBALL
        BOYS' BASEBALL
      - BOYS' GOLF
        BOYS' GOLF
      - BOYS' TENNIS
        BOYS' TENNIS
      - BOYS' VOLLEYBALL
        Boys' Volleyball
      - FENCING
        FENCING
      - FLAG FOOTBALL
        FLAG FOOTBALL
      - SOFTBALL
        SOFTBALL
      - SWIMMING
        SWIMMING
      - TRACK & FIELD
        TRACK & FIELD
  - Travel Directory
  - Athletic Calendar 2023
    Games for the month 2023
  - Weekly Practice/Game Schedule
    Weekly Practice/Game Schedule
- Wellness Center
  Information regarding Balboa high's on-campus clinic and wellness center
  - Wellness Staff, DPH Clinic Staff, and Office Hours
    How to connect with the Balboa Wellness Center Staff and Balboa DPH Clinic.
    - Wellness Center and Teen Clinic Office Hours
      Drop in hours for the Balboa Wellness Center and Teen Clinic
  - Balboa Wellness Referral Forms & Mental Health Resources
    Searching for Mental Health Resources and how to make a referral to the Balboa Wellness Center
  - Balboa Wellness Groups
    Are you looking for support groups or clubs that are associated with Wellness!?
    - Balboa Youth Outreach Workers (YOW's)
      Balboa Youth Outreach Workers (YOW's) homepage of activities and information.
    - Bal EmpowHer
      Information on EmpowHer group at Balboa and events hosted by the group.
  - LGBTQ + Community
    - LGBTQ Community Resources & Opportunities
      Information on where to find community resources for LGBTQ students ad families.
    - LGBTQ Groups at Balboa
      Information on groups offered for LGBTQ students and allies at Balboa.
    - LGBTQ Student Rights
  - Nurses Corner
  - SFUSD & Community Resources
  - Sexual Harassment and Gender Discrimination (Title IX)
    Information on Title IX and reporting process
  - Student Opportunities
    Information on where to find Wellness workshops, events, activities, as well as, work and internship opportunities for in the community for Balboa Students.
  - Virtual Suggestion Box
    If you have any suggestions for the Balboa Wellness Center fill out a virtual form
- Balboa Cares
Bay Street
Bessie Carmichael School PreK-8 Filipino Education Center
Bessie Carmichael School PreK-8 Filipino Education Center
- About
  Get to know more about our Bessie Carmichael community.
- Little Bessie (PreK-5)
  - Pre-Kindergarten & Transitional Kindergarten
    Meet our amazing Pre-K and TK staff!
  - K- 5 Teachers
    Meet our K - 5th grade staff.
  - K-5 Special Education
    Meet our amazing Little Bessie special education team.
  - Pk-5 Wellness
    Meet our amazing support providers and explore our wellness programs.
  - Little Bessie Library
- Big Bessie (6-8)
  Welcome to Big Bessie!
  - 6-8 Teachers
    Meet our amazing Big Bessie Teachers!
  - 6-8 Special Education
  - 6-8 Wellness
    Meet our middle school support staff and explore our wellness programming
    - I need help!
      Crisis Resources
  - Big Bessie Library
- Family Resources
  School Resources including weekly Food Bank, SFUSD and Community Resources, Staff Information
  - Social Emotional
  - Crisis Support
    Crisis Links and Resources
- Get Connected
  - Parent Groups
    Join a caregiver group at Bessie!
  - After School Programs
Bret Harte Elementary School
Bret Harte Elementary School
- About
  - Message from the Principal
    Message from the Principal
  - Mission/Vision
  - Program Highlights
    Some Program Highlights
  - After School Programs
    After School Programs
  - Staff
    Bret Harte Staff
    - Beacon
      BEACON Program Staff
    - Classroom Teachers
      Classroom Teachers
    - School Office
      School Office
    - Support Staff
      Support Staff
- Learning
  - Bell Schedule
    Bell schedule
  - Library
  - Online Resources
- Students
  - Special Education
    Special Education
  - Wellness Center
    Wellness Center
- Families
  - Food
    Meal Distribution
  - Housing
    Housing Resources
  - Tech Support
    Tech Support
  - Family Harte Beat Newsletter
    Family Harte Beat Newsletter
  - English Language Advisory Committee (ELAC)
  - Asylum workshops
    These are two opportunities for Spanish speaking families in asylum proceedings with immigration court.
- Calendar
Bryant Elementary School
Bryant Elementary School
- About
  - Bell Schedule
    bell schedule
  - After School Programs
    Details on after-school programs
  - Staff Roster
    Names and contact info for school personnel
  - Calendar
    School calendar
  - Why Bryant?
    Info about the school
  - Title IX
    Info on SFUSD's compliance with Title IX equitable treatment of all students
  - Vision
- Distance Learning Hub
  Welcome Bryant Families! Click on the link below and find your student's grade level to connect to their teacher's Google Classroom, a preview of a distance learning weekly schedule, and other resources to support you and your family during Distance Learn
- For Families
  - PTO
  - School Governance
    School Governance
  - FamilyVue Portal Login
  - School Meals
    School Meals
  - Community Sponsored Projects
    Details on community events for families
  - SBAC Practice Test
    Link to take a practice test from the Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium
- For Students
  For Students
- Get Involved
  Details on volunteer and donation opportunities
  - Donate
    Info for donors
  - Volunteer
    Info on volunteer opportunities
- Learning
  Resources for students, families and the community
  - Literacy Standards
    Info on reading levels and samples
  - Supporting Student Literacy at Home
    Suggested reading lists for different grade levels based on the Fountas & Pinnell Benchmark Assessment
  - Math & Science
  - Social Emotional Curriculum
  - Digital Citizenship
  - Teaching Tolerance
    Resources for teachers to create civil and inclusive school communities
  - Restorative Practices
- Library
  library
Buena Vista Horace Mann K-8 Community School
Buena Vista Horace Mann K-8 Community School
- About BVHM
- Bell Schedule
  Bell Schedule
- Library
C.A.R.E. Bayview
C.A.R.E. Buchanan
CIS at De Avila
Chinese Immersion School at De Avila
- Bell Schedule
  Bell Schedule
- About
  - Welcome
    Welcome to Chinese Immersion School at DeAvila
  - Vision and Mission
  - Why Chinese Immersion?
  - Why Cantonese First?
  - CIS Pledge & School Songs
    CIS Pledge & School Songs
  - School Tours
    Chinese Immersion School @ DeAvila School Tours
  - Staff
    Chinese Immersion School at DeAvila Staff
    - Principal
    - Secretary
    - Nurse
    - Kindergarten Teachers
    - First Grade Teachers
    - Second Grade Teachers
    - Third Grade Teachers
      Chinese Immersion School third grade teacher bios
    - Fourth Grade Teachers
      Chinese Immersion School fourth grade teacher bios
    - Fifth Grade Teachers
      Chinese Immersion School fifth grade teachers bios
    - Program Teachers
      Chinese Immersion School at DeAvila Program Teachers
    - Paraeducator
      Chinese Immersion School Paraeducator
- Programs
  - STEAM
  - Library
  - Gardening
    Gardening / Outdoor Education Program
  - Music
  - Art & Dance
  - Physical Education
  - Social Emotional Learning
  - BYMCA
- Families
  - School Lunch
  - Events
    Chinese Immersion School Parent Teacher Association for students and parents to participate.
    - CIS Events
      CIS School Events
    - PTA Events
      CIS Parent Teacher Association Host Events
  - School Site Council
    School Site Council (SSC)
  - English Literacy Advisory Committee (ELAC)
    English Literacy Advisory Committee (ELAC)
  - School Emergency Information
  - PTA
    Meet the Parent-Teach Association officers and chairs for 2022-2023
- Student Resources
  - Online Learning
    - Video Tutorials
    - Distance Learning Resources
      - Art
      - Chinese
      - Computer Science
      - English
      - Gardening
      - Keyboarding Skills
      - Math
        Math resources
      - Multi-Subject
      - Physical Education
      - Science
      - Social Studies
      - Virtual Field Trips
    - Library Resources
    - Frequently Asked Questions
  - Resources by Grade Level
    Lists of resources by grade level
    - Kindergarten Resources
      - Chinese - K
      - English - K
    - First Grade Resources
      - English - 1st Grade
      - Chinese - 1st Grade
        1st Grade vocabulary & audio
    - Second Grade Resources
      - Chinese - 2nd Grade
        2nd Grade Chinese Audio
    - Third Grade Resources
      - Chinese - 3rd Grade
        3rd Grade Chinese Audio
    - Fourth Grade Resources
    - Fifth Grade Resources
      - Chinese - 5th Grade
        5th Grade Chinese Audio
  - Resources for Learning Chinese
  - STEM Fair
  - Summer Studies
- Support CIS
Civic Center Secondary School
Civic Center Secondary School
- August 2021 Welcome Back Letter
  August 2021 Welcome Back Letter
- Families
  - Family Portal
  - San Francisco COVID Resources
- Students
- Wellness Center
  From Wellness
Claire Lilienthal (K-2 Campus)
Claire Lilienthal Alternative School (K-2 Madison Campus)
- Claire Lilienthal Alternative School K-8 Main Page
  Claire Lilienthal Alternative School K-8 Main Page
- Library
Claire Lilienthal Alternative School K-8
Claire Lilienthal Alternative School K-8
- Learning
  Curriculum, Assessments, Korean Immersion Program, Special Education, After School Programs, Library, Art Program
- Scott Bell Schedule
  Scott Bell Schedule
- Madison Bell Schedule
  Madison Bell Schedule
- Students and Families
- Library
Clarendon Alternative Elementary School
Clarendon Alternative Elementary School
- About
- Bell Schedule
- Library
Cleveland Elementary School
Cleveland Elementary School
- Library
- School Hours
  School Hours
Commodore Sloat Elementary School
Commodore Sloat Elementary School
- Library
  Information and resources for our school library.
- School Hours
  School Hours
Commodore Stockton Early Education School
Commodore Stockton Early Education School
- About
  - Principal’s Message
  - History
  - Staff
    Commodore Stockton Staff
- Programs
  - Preschool (PreK)
    Preschool (PreK)
  - Transitional Kindergarten (TK)
    Transitional Kindergarten (TK)
  - Out-of-School Time (OST)
    Out-of-School Time (OST)
- Calendar
  School Calendar for PreK, TK, and OST programs at Commodore Stockton Early Education School
- Families
  - ParentVUE
  - Family Council
    Family Council
  - Resources
- Get Involved
César Chávez Elementary School
César Chávez Elementary School
- Bell Schedule
  Bell Schedule
- Library
Daniel Webster Elementary School
Daniel Webster Elementary School
- About
  About Daniel Webster Elementary School.
  - Daniel Webster Bell Schedule
    The weekly schedule at Daniel Webster for the 2022-2023 school year
  - Calendar
    Calendar of school events and holidays
  - Williams Act
    Williams Act
  - Our Story
    Background and short history about Daniel Webster Elementary School
- Programs
  Programs at Daniel Webster Elementary School
  - Academics
    Academic programs at Daniel Webster.
  - Specials
    Special classes offered at Daniel Webster
  - SEL and Wellness
    Social Emotional Learning and Wellness programs offered at Daniel Webster.
  - Designated ELD
    English Language Development classes for English Language Learners (ELL)
  - Special education
    Special education
  - Library
    Information and resources for our school library.
  - Meals
    Meals and Snacks offered at Daniel Webster
  - After school care
    Before and after school care
- Daniel Webster Staff
  Bios and contact information for all teachers and staff members at Daniel Webster for the 2022-2023 school year
  - Directory
    Contact information for all teachers & staff at Daniel Webster
  - Principal
    Max Gardner
  - Classroom Teachers
    Teachers at Daniel Webster
  - Support Staff
    Staff at Daniel Webster Elementary School
- Families
  Family resources
  - Daniel Webster PTA
    Information about the PTA
  - Other Parent Committees
    Parental involvement at Daniel Webster
  - Volunteering
    Volunteering at Daniel Webster
  - Tours
    Tours at Daniel Webster
  - Daniel Webster Partners
    Daniel Webster Partners
  - Donations
    Donating to Daniel Webster
Dianne Feinstein Elementary School
- About Our School
  Dianne Feinstein Elementary School
- Students & Families
  Find information about school hours, meals, and other resources.
  - School Hours
    School Hours
  - Our Building
    Built in 2006
  - Wellness Center
    The Wellness Center at Diane Feinstein Elementary
    - Let's Move
      - Birthday Celebrations
  - Our Library
    the Library at Dianne Feinstein Elementary
  - School Meals
    Student Nutrition Services
  - Academic, Social, Emotional Development
    Dianne Feinstein develops the whole child
    - Restorative Practices
- Faculty & Staff
  Dianne Feinstein Faculty & Staff
  - Dr. Zaki, Principal
    Welcome to DFES, where Lion Love is everywhere!
- Family Engagement
  Learn how parents, guardians and caregivers can be involved in making our school the best place to learn and grow!
  - Our PTA
    PTA info at Dianne Feinstein Elementary
    - PTA Forms
  - SSC
  - Volunteer Options
    How to volunteer at Dianne Feinstein Elementary
  - Traffic Safety
    - Traffic Volunteer
- NewsLion Newsletter
  The NewsLion newsletter is sent every two weeks.
- Fundraising
  Redirect to off-site PTA intranet.
  - Direct Giving Campaign
    How to participate in the Dianne Feinstein Elementary Direct Giving Campaign
  - Auction
    The annual Auction and Gala at Dianne Feinstein Elementary
  - School Shop
    Get your Dianne Feinstein gear!
  - Dine Out
Dolores Huerta Elementary
Dolores Huerta Elementary School
- Library
- School Hours
  School Hours
- Virtual Enrollment Fair
  Virtual Enrollment Fair
Downtown Continuation High School
Downtown Continuation High School
- About
  Basic School Info
  - Vision and Mission
    Describes the mission and vision of Downtown High School.
  - Staff Directory
    A directory of all the staff of Downtown High School
  - Bell Schedule
    Bell Schedule for Downtown High School
  - Work At DHS!
    A listing of available teaching positions for the '22-'23 school year.
- Academics
  All academic programs available at Downtown High School
  - Project-Based Learning
    Downtown High School is a project-based school. We currently have 5 projects, Acting for Critical Transformations (ACT), Get Out and Learn (GOAL), Making Advertising and Designing as Empowerment (MADE), Music and Academics Resisting the System (MARS); and
  - Projects Fall 2022
    Descriptions of all 5 projects at Downtown High School: ACT, GOAL, MADE, MARS, WALC. Links to projects' external websites.
  - Earning Credits
    All the ways to earn credits at DHS.
  - DHS Critical Skills
    DHS Critical Academic and Behavioral Skills (The 4Cs) Embedded Across Projects
  - Library
    Information and resources for our school library.
- Counseling
  - College and Career

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