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The fifth annual PUSD school quality survey is now open to all parents/guardians, staff and students in grades 6-12. We want to hear your thoughts on academic support, student support, family involvement, school leadership, safety and behavior, communication as well as social emotional learning/wellness. District office staff will be asked to address similar issues as they relate to their work environment and experience.
You can take the online survey from any computer, tablet, or smartphone. Students and staff should check their email for an invitation and survey link (invites will come from west@k12insights.com)! Parents/guardians as well as community members can participate in the survey using the following link: pusdedu.info/2023sqsurvey
The survey is offered in English, Spanish and Chinese and is open to all families and students in grades 6–12 to participate. All survey responses are strictly confidential.
Thank you! We look forward to your feedback.
Pleasanton Unified School District will conduct an auction of surplus assets beginning on or after Friday, March 31, 2023 and ending on or after Friday, April 14, 2023. The following items will be available for online auction on govdeals.com.
Public Notice: Notice of Auction of Surplus Assets
Pleasanton Unified School District
March 31st, 2023 – April 14th, 2023
Pleasanton Unified School District will conduct an auction of surplus assets beginning on or after Friday, March 31, 2023 and ending on or after Friday, April 14, 2023. The following items will be available for online auction on govdeals.com.
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Miscellaneous Vehicles
- Miscellaneous school surplus
Descriptions and auction information regarding these items and be found at www.govdeals.com/PleasantonUSD beginning on or after Friday, April 14, 2023.
Type this URL into your Internet browser, www.govdeals.com/PleasantonUSD and click on the item description as listed above to learn more about an item and to place an online bid for such item(s).
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PUSD schools and district office will be closed April 3-10.
Our schools and district office will be closed for Spring Break April 3-10. We will reopen on Tuesday, April 11.
Dear PUSD Community,
This week, our District Office buildings and schools are flying flags at half staff out of respect for the victims of the shooting in Nashville, Tennessee.
Our students may have a wide range of reactions to this tragedy. It will be important in the coming days and weeks for our families and staff to check in with our children and each other. If you or someone you know are in distress, it is important to reach out. PUSD has a list of Grief Support Resources available to you, and we partner with Care Solace to help individuals navigate and connect with needed mental health resources.
The following may be helpful as you navigate conversations in the days ahead:
- Create space to talk about what you and your students are feeling. Young people may not know how to respond and will be looking for your guidance
- Affirm their feelings. It’s okay to express feelings honestly. Tolerate their expressions, rather than dismissing them or discouraging the expression of feelings
- Affirm that their reaction is normal and you understand the way they feel
- Watch for signs of trouble such as aggression, withdrawal, etc.
- Help your students return to as normal of a routine as possible
Additionally, please find the following resources for guiding conversations and finding support.
- Talking to Children about the Shooting (The National Child Traumatic Stress Network)
- Talking to Children About Violence: Tips for Parents and Teachers (National Association of School Psychologists)
- Managing your distress in the aftermath of a shooting (American Psychological Association)
- Coping in the aftermath of a shooting (American Counseling Association)
- Hablarles a los niños sobre violencia: consejos para padres y educadores (infographic) - National Association of School Psychologists
- Explaining the News to our Kids - Common Sense Media
- PUSD Wellness Resources
In these final days before spring break, please be kind and patient with each other. Recognize that this tragedy is unsettling for everyone. Take time to check in with yourself and others around you. And know that each of our PUSD team members are here to support you.
Sincerely,
David Haglund, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
Kindergarten through second grade teachers are currently piloting a new phonics curriculum for adoption starting in the fall of 2023. Beginning March 27, 2023, parents/guardians, staff and community members will have an opportunity to preview and provide feedback on the instructional materials that are being reviewed and considered for District adoption. For more information, please see the community notice below.