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Welcome to the debut edition of the FUSDigest – a triannual, community newsletter designed to help keep you informed of what’s happening throughout

the District (Digest: english | español | 中文)

District News:

EDUCATE * CHALLENGE * INSPIRE

FUSDigest Fremont Unified School District Winter 2018 Volume 1, Edition 1

New Buildings Open on Three Campuses

Several new classroom buildings are open for business around FUSD thanks to voter-approved Measure E. Read more about new additions to Brookvale

Elementary, Patterson Elementary and American High School.

FUSD Named in New York Times Article

FUSD was recently mentioned in a New York Times feature as one of the nation's 'Most Effective School Districts' when it comes to growth in test scores in grades 3-8. Read the feature on the New York Times website.

FUSD Breaks Ground on New Elementary School

On September 27th, FUSD did something it hadn’t done in 25 years – broke ground on a brand new school in south Fremont. Read the full story about the

future Lila Bringhurst Elementary School on the District website.

FUSD Students Impress with ACT and CAASPP Scores

Students from the FUSD turned in another impressive performance in the third year of the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP). Read about FUSD students’ performance on the District website.

175 FUSD Students Named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists

FUSD high school students were once again well-represented among the approximately 16,000 National Merit Scholarship semifinalists for 2018. Read

more on the District website.

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FUSD Community Gathers for Make a Difference Day

Our thanks to all the students, parents, families and community members who gathered at several FUSD schools for Make a Difference Day October

28th. See photos on the District’s Facebook page.

FUSD-Washington Hospital Partner to Provide Athletic Trainers

FUSD and Washington Hospital have teamed up to ensure all of the district's high school student-athletes will have access to certified athletic

trainers this fall. Read more courtesy of the East Bay Times.

FUSD Schools Rally in Support of Wildfire Victims

Several FUSD school rallied to assist those affected by wildfires in Napa and Sonoma Counties including Chadbourne Elementary, Glenmoor Elementary, Weibel Elementary and American High School. Thank you to everyone who

stepped up to help those in need!

FUSD/Gomes Elementary Featured in Alameda County TK Video

The Alameda County Office of Education visited Gomes Elementary August 28th as part of a video feature on Transitional Kindergarten programs in the

County. Watch the video on Alameda County’s website.

Vallejo Mill’s Erik Mortensen Named KRON 4’s ‘Teacher of the Week’

Vallejo Mill Elementary 5th-grade Teacher Erik Mortensen got a surprise

phone call during class September 26th. Read the story and see video on the

District website.

US Physics Team Featuring MSJHS Student Finish 8th in World

Last summer, the 2017 U.S. Physics Team - featuring Mission San Jose HS's Michelle Song - finished 8th at the International Physics Olympiad in

Indonesia. Read more on the Physics Teachers website.

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District Notes: Parent Satisfaction Survey – Parents & Guardians asked to provide their feedback on FUSD

programs and services in the District’s annual Parent Satisfaction Survey - english | español | 中文

Report Card Feedback - FUSD is in the process of developing new elementary report cards designed

to provide families with detailed information about a student's progress toward mastering individual standards. We are asking parents and guardians to complete a quick online survey to share feedback. We are also holding an in-person focus group for families and community members on Tuesday, February 13th from 6-7 p.m. at the district office. If interested, please RSVP on the link at the end of the survey.

Measure I Citizens’ Oversight Committee Vacancy – The Measure I Citizens’ Oversight

Committee was formed in January 2017 with the purpose of providing independent oversight to ensure that the revenue received by the District is spent in accordance with the commitment made to the voters of Fremont. Currently there is one vacant position for the senior member category (above 65 years). Applications and instructions are available on Fremont Unified School District’s website. Measure I is an annual tax of $73 per parcel that will generate approximately $4.3 million annually for nine years. These funds support core programs in math, science and reading, retain highly qualified teachers, keep school libraries open, and protect student safety and security, to name a few.

Measure I Parcel Tax Senior Exemption – Applications are now available for seniors living

within FUSD boundaries to file for an exemption from the Measure I Parcel Tax. This is for FIRST-TIME applicants only. If you applied in 2016 0r 2017 you are automatically exempt for the duration of the Measure.

FUSD Hiring Bus Drivers – Training is provided for qualified applicants. Apply online, or call 510-

657-1450 x13102 for more information.

Bus Passes For Sale – School bus passes are available for purchase online at

www.myschoolbucks.com or in person at the Transportation Department office, located at 43770 S. Grimmer Blvd., Fremont, CA 94538. Bus pass office hours are Monday to Thursday from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm. For additional information, call (510) 657-1450.

Curb-to-Curb Bus Rider Attendance – As a reminder, parents of special education students who

receive curb-to-curb school bus transportation services should notify Transportation Department Dispatch if their students will not ride the bus on any given day or if they wish to cancel service. Dispatch may be reached at (510) 657-1450 ext. 13147.

FUSD Child Find – Do you know a child with special needs? FUSD actively seeks out and accepts

referrals to assess children who may have a disability. Learn more on the District website. Mission Valley

SELPA schedule of events.

‘For More Information’ Links:

Board Meeting Highlights (Summary of Recent Board Decisions):

September 13th, 2017 September 27th, 2017 October 11th, 2017 October 25th, 2017 November 15th, 2017 December 13th, 2017

California School Dashboard (How to read your student’s report)- Information

FUSD First Interim Budget Report - Presentation

Community Conversations (FUSD’s local cable television show):

Teacher of the Year New Principals Where Everyone Belongs Building Bridges Budget Update

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Upcoming Events: Feb. 5th Joint Meeting w/Fremont City Council 5:30pm

Feb. 5th Walters Math Pathways Information Night 6:00pm

Feb. 6th Mission San Jose HS Pool Groundbreaking 3:30pm

Feb. 14th Board Meeting 6:00pm

Feb. 19th President’s Day No School

Feb. 28th Board Meeting 6:00pm

March 6th Thornton Math Pathways Information Night 6:00pm

March 14th Board Meeting 6:00pm

March 28th Board Meeting 6:00pm

March 30 – April 6th Spring Break No School

April 18th Board Meeting 6:00pm

Full District Calendar

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