Thursday, May 22, 2025

Hancock Elementary and Hoover Elementary to Reopen Friday, May 23

Good afternoon,

 

School will reopen at Hancock and Miller Elementary.  The two messages pasted below are what was sent to families at those schools.  Thank you.  James  

 

Email Subject: Hancock Elementary To Reopen Friday, May 23rd 

Dear Hancock Elementary Families,

We want to provide you with an update on the latest information regarding the plane crash that occurred early this morning near Hancock Elementary.

Hancock Elementary will reopen Friday, May 23rd with a regular school schedule. We are grateful to welcome students back and are taking every precaution to ensure a safe and supportive environment.

To help with arrival and dismissal, we kindly ask families to use an alternative route to access the school campus:

  • Drive westbound on Gurnard Street from Santo Road
  • Turn left (southbound) onto Taussig Street
  • Continue to the school

To exit, please reverse this route. San Diego Unified School Police will be onsite to assist with traffic flow.

We also invite families to join us for a parent meeting tomorrow morning at 7:45 a.m. in the school auditorium. This will be an opportunity to hear more about the situation, the support in place, and to ask questions.

District counselors will be onsite to support students, staff, and families. These services will continue as long as needed to help our community heal and move forward.

As Miller Elementary concludes its role as a temporary evacuation center, all donations and support efforts will shift to Hancock Elementary Friday.  Please note that Miller will no longer be accepting donations, and no donations should be dropped off at Hancock.   

We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to the first responders for their unwavering dedication to the safety of the public and our schools. We also want to thank the collective efforts of the Miller Elementary and Hancock Elementary staff for spending the day supporting our families at Miller. Their swift actions have been critical in supporting our community today

We appreciate your understanding, flexibility, and compassion as we work together through this difficult time. Thank you for being such an important part of the Hancock community.

With gratitude,

Fabiola Bagula, Ph.D.

Superintendent (Interim)
San Diego Unified School District

 

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Email Subject: Miller Elementary To Reopen Friday May 23rd 

Dear Miller Elementary Families,

Miller Elementary will reopen Friday, May 23rd with a regular school schedule. 

Thursday was a difficult day for many families, but I am proud of the way our school community joined with emergency responders, to support the students and families affected by the crash.  

Our efforts to support you will continue Friday when District counselors will be on campus to support students, staff and parents. The counselors will continue to provide support as needed. Please be assured that we are doing everything possible to maintain our daily routine while supporting each other as we deal with this tragic event.

As Miller Elementary concludes its role as a temporary evacuation center, all donations and support efforts will shift to Hancock Elementary starting Friday. Please note that Miller will no longer be accepting donations, and no donations should be dropped off at Hancock.  

We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to the first responders for their unwavering dedication to the safety of the public and our schools. We also want to thank the collective efforts of the Miller Elementary and Hancock Elementary staff for spending the day supporting our families at Miller. Their swift actions have been critical in supporting our community today

Thank you for your patience, compassion, and continued support. Please know that we are doing everything possible to maintain a sense of normalcy while caring for one another as a school community.

With gratitude,

Fabiola Bagula, Ph.D.
Superintendent (Interim)
San Diego Unified School District

 

 

 

 

James Canning (He/Him)

Executive Director, Strategic Communications & Information

San Diego Unified School District

jcanning@sandi.net | www.sandiegounified.org

Mobile Phone: 313-580-2845

4100 Normal Street, San Diego, CA 92103

 

 

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Wednesday, May 21, 2025

NEWS RELEASE: Boone Elementary School Celebrates Opening of Joint-Use Field, Marking the 95th Field in the Play All Day Partnership

Event broll & photos, project fact sheets, and drone video of the field and campus can be found here.




FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                                                                                                                        Media Contacts:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      
Jamie Ries, 619-855-9283, jries@sandi.net  

                                                                                                                                                                                                        Samer Naji, 619-548-3388, snaji@sandi.net

 

 

 

Boone Elementary School Celebrates Opening of Joint-Use Field, Marking the 95th Field in the Play All Day Partnership

   

 

SAN DIEGO (May 21, 2025) - A new joint-use field at Boone Elementary School in Bay Terraces is officially open for student and public use, marking the 95th field in the Play All Day partnership between the San Diego Unified School District and the City of San Diego. 

 

The Transitional Kindergarten-through-5th-Grade school celebrated Wednesday with a traditional Philippine folk dance called "Tinikling," a nod to Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a ceremonial ribbon cutting, and kickball. 

 

"We are thrilled to celebrate the 95th field in our Play All Day partnership, and even more thrilled that we're bringing green spaces to underserved communities, like the Bay Terraces community," said Dr. Sharon Whitehurst-Payne, Board of Education Trustee for San Diego Unified. 

 

Designed and constructed with the Boone Elementary School Whole Site Modernization project, the joint-use field features a grass playfield, an asphalt walking/running track, trees, benches, a

drinking fountain, gates, and security fencing to separate the school from the public-use area.

 

As part of the Play All Day partnership, the joint-use field will be accessible to the community as a local park after school hours and during school breaks.

 

"This field has already supported our goals around increasing social emotional wellness and school and community connectedness," said Cheryl Pham, Principal of Boone Elementary School. "We hope students and families can enjoy the field after school as well."  

 

The Whole Site Modernization project at Boone Elementary School included the construction of a new student services facility addition, interior and exterior renovations, and the removal of nine portable classroom buildings.

 

Three existing classroom facilities underwent renovations to provide two kindergarten classrooms, modern technology, new furniture, and updated security. Existing student services offices were renovated to create a safe and secure main campus entryway, a staff lounge, and student support spaces.

 

Additional upgrades were made to the student serving areas in the multipurpose building and

Restrooms. Exterior improvements include a renovated play area, refreshed landscaping, newly installed solar photovoltaic panels, and this new joint-use field.

 

ABOUT BOONE ELEMENTARY 

Serving the community for 60 years and counting, Boone offers a Dual Language Immersion program that enables students to become bilingual, biliterate, and culturally aware. It offers programs in Visual and Performing Arts through a media arts program and music instruction for 4th and 5th-grade students.

 

To read other recent bond program stories, please visit: https://www.sandiegounified.org/about/newscenter/school_bond_program

 

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Tuesday, May 20, 2025

MEDIA ADVISORY: Boone Elementary Students to Celebrate Opening of New Joint-Use Field, Marking the 95th Field in the Play All Day Partnership

 

 



MEDIA ADVISORY

 

Boone Elementary Students to Celebrate Opening of New Joint-Use Field, Marking the 95th Field in the Play All Day Partnership

 

 

Tuesday, May 20, 2025

 

WHAT:           

Boone Elementary School students will celebrate the opening of their new joint-use field with kickball and a traditional Philippine folk dance known as "Tinikling," a nod to Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. The field marks the 95th field in the Play All Day partnership between the San Diego Unified School District and the City of San Diego. 

 

WHEN:           

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 

9:00 - 9:45 a.m. 

 

WHERE:        

Boone Elementary School 

7330 Brookhaven Rd.

San Diego, CA 92114

 

*See the event location map with the media staging area below. 

 

VISUALS:      

9:00 – 9:10 a.m. - Tinikling Dance Performance at the new amphitheater 

9:15 – 9:25 a.m. – Podium Speaking Portion on new field (short walk from the amphitheater) 

9:25 – 9:30 a.m. - Ribbon Cutting, Photo Opps. 

9:30 – 9:45 a.m.- Students playing kickball, Media 1-1s 

 

Project fact sheets and drone video of the field and campus can be found here

 

SPEAKERS 

Dr. Sharon Whitehurst-Payne, Board of Education Trustee, San Diego Unified 

Cheryl Pham, Principal, Boone Elementary School 

Nobuko Doran, Long-time Staff Member, Boone Elementary School

Zoey Jingco, 5th-Grade Student and ASB President

 

BACKGROUND:

Located in the Bay Terraces neighborhood of San Diego, Boone Elementary School has been serving the community for more than 60 years. 

Currently accommodating students from Transitional Kindergarten through 5th Grade, Boone offers a Dual Language Immersion program that enables students to become bilingual, biliterate, and culturally aware. It offers programs in Visual and Performing Arts through a media arts program and music instruction for 4th and 5th-grade students. 

Designed and constructed with the Boone Elementary School Whole Site Modernization project, the joint-use field features a grass playfield, an asphalt walking/running track, trees, benches, a drinking fountain, gates, and security fencing to separate the school from the public-use area.

As part of the Play All Day partnership with the City of San Diego, the joint-use park will be accessible to the community as a local park after school hours and during school breaks.

PARKING:    

MEDIA CONTACTS: 

Jamie Ries, Information Services Specialist, San Diego Unified, (619) 855-9283, jries@sandi.net

Samer Naji, Facilities Communications Supervisor, San Diego Unified, (619) 548-3388, snaji@sandi.net.

 

 

Friday, May 16, 2025

SATURDAY: SD UNIFIED STUDENTS ELIGIBLE FOR UP TO $1,500 IN UNCLAIMED COLLEGE FUNDS

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE         Media Contact:

                                                                  James Canning, jcanning@sandi.net, 313-580-2845

                                                                 Mike Murad, mmurad@sandi.net, 619-925-4790

                                                                                     

SD UNIFIED STUDENTS ELIGIBLE FOR UP TO $1,500 IN UNCLAIMED COLLEGE FUNDS
San Diego Unified’s 3rd CalKIDS Money Festival This Year Aims to Connect Thousands More Students with Millions in Available College Funding

 

SAN DIEGO (May 16, 2025) — As summer approaches and college acceptance letters arrive in mailboxes across San Diego, San Diego Unified School District will host its third CalKIDS Money Festival of the school year on Saturday, May 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Crawford High School. This event continues the district's ongoing initiative to help families and students access unclaimed college funds, building on the momentum of two successful Money Festivals held earlier this academic year. So far, over 300 students have received access to more than $150,000 in accounts opened through this program.

 

The third Money Festival in this series aims to help even more families access thousands of dollars in college funds. Organizers anticipate over 100 families will attend this event, where students can claim state-provided college savings funds already earmarked specifically for them. 

 

"Our responsibility to our students doesn't end at graduation," said Dr. Fabi Bagula, San Diego Unified School District Superintendent (Interim). "This initiative ensures that even after students leave our district, we continue supporting their journey toward higher education. Helping them access these funds is a tangible expression of our belief in their potential and our commitment to their future success."

 

"With college decisions being finalized and summer approaching, this is the perfect time for San Diego families to claim money that's already been set aside for their educational future," added Dr. Sharon Whitehurst-Payne, Trustee, San Diego Unified School District Board of Education. "Most of our students don't realize they qualify for these funds, which require no essays, recommendation letters or minimum GPA requirements."

 

The CalKIDS program, California's automatic scholarship initiative and the nation's largest child development account program, provides eligible California public school students with scholarships worth up to $1,500 to ease financial barriers to higher education. Students in second through 12th grades who meet specific criteria can access significant benefits, including $1,500 for foster youth and homeless students.

 

The event location at Crawford High School is particularly significant as it houses the district's newcomer center designed to support refugee students, ensuring these vulnerable populations can also access available educational funding.

 

The Money Festival will also feature on-site assistance from district staff in providing Statewide Student Identifier Numbers (SSID); CalKIDS program representatives to answer questions; appearances by the San Diego Unified superintendent and board trustee; local representatives and community partner organizations; translation services; comprehensive family resources; car show, live music performances and family activities; and free refreshments while supplies last.

 

To claim the money, students need only their SSID from their school and can then claim their account on the CalKIDS website. The entire process takes just minutes.

Event Details:

  • Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025
  • Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
  • Location: Crawford High School, 4191 Colts Way, San Diego, CA 92115

 

BROLL: Fall CalKIDS Harvest Money Festival: here

 

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James Canning (He/Him)

Executive Director, Strategic Communications & Information

San Diego Unified School District

jcanning@sandi.net | www.sandiegounified.org

Mobile Phone: 313-580-2845

4100 Normal Street, San Diego, CA 92103

 

 

Note: I may send and respond to emails outside of my normal workday or workweek. Please do not feel obligated to reply outside of your normal work schedule. Thank you.

 

Thursday, May 15, 2025

SD UNIFIED STUDENT TRUSTEES CALL TIK TOK’S CHROMEBOOK CHALLENGE WRONG, URGE FELLOW CLASSMATES NOT TO PARTICIPATE

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                        Media Contact:

                                                                                      James Canning, jcanning@sandi.net, 313-580-2845

                                                                                      Mike Murad, mmurad@sandi.net, 619-925-4790

                                                                                     

SD UNIFIED STUDENT TRUSTEES CALL TIKTOK'S CHROMEBOOK CHALLENGE WRONG, URGE FELLOW CLASSMATES NOT TO PARTICIPATE 

 

SAN DIEGO (MAY 15, 2025) – San Diego Unified School District is not immune to the Chromebook Challenge craze that is impacting school districts across the nation. Student Board of Education Trustees Joseph Cruz and Quinton Baldis are encouraging their classmates not to buy-in to the Chromebook craze because it's unsafe, irresponsible and wastes precious district resources.

 

As of Wednesday, it's known that at least 16 students from three different schools destroyed their San Diego Unified-issued Chromebook participating in the challenge. The estimated cost to replace a single Chromebook is $445, and the combined cost for the 16 destroyed is $7,120 to replace. Discipline for the students was handled by each school according to district policies, found here.  

 

"Truthfully, it's just dumb. These computers are lent to us so we can better learn," said Trustee Cruz, a Senior at Morse High School. "It's wasteful, dangerous, and everyone loses. I'm highly advising my classmates to not join in on this careless trend. We're better than this."

 

In some instances, across the country, students have stuck paperclips, pens, and other sharp objects in the ports of the Chromebooks, which causes a spark, and in some cases causes them to catch on fire.

 

"Online challenges are usually meant to be fun or support a good cause, but the Chromebook Challenge is unsafe and could hurt people if they cause a fire like we have seen has happened elsewhere,"  said Trustee Baldis, a Senior at Scripps Ranch High School. "I know some of our students already took part, but I am encouraging my classmates not to fall for it.  It's a bad idea." 

 

All 2nd, 6th and 9th grader students are assigned a Chromebook to keep with them throughout their school journey until they reach the next grade level where a new one is issued. Grades Transitional Kindergarten through 1st have Chromebooks in the classroom.

 

San Diego Unified will leverage its weekly newsletter to families and social media to encourage students not to take part in the Chromebook Challenge. Here is a link that San Diego Unified provides to families for technology support. 

 

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James Canning (He/Him)

Executive Director, Strategic Communications & Information

San Diego Unified School District

jcanning@sandi.net | www.sandiegounified.org

Mobile Phone: 313-580-2845

4100 Normal Street, San Diego, CA 92103

 

 

Note: I may send and respond to emails outside of my normal workday or workweek. Please do not feel obligated to reply outside of your normal work schedule. Thank you.

 

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

News Release: San Diego Unified Reaction to Governor Newsom's May Revise

 

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                        Media Contact:

Mike Murad, mmurad@sandi.net, 619-925-4790                            

James Canning, jcanning@sandi.net, 313-580-2845

                                                                                                                                                                           

SAN DIEGO UNIFIED REACTION TO GOVERNOR NEWSOM’S MAY REVISE

District Underscores Commitment to Minimize Classroom Impacts Related to State Budget Shortfall

 

SAN DIEGO (MAY 14, 2025) – As the San Diego Unified School District continues its work to finalize its balanced budget and present it to the Board of Education in June, the District is currently evaluating impacts following the May Revise presented this morning by Gov. Gavin Newsom. 

 

The Governor’s revision calls for a reduction of the estimated Proposition 98 funding, a component of the way schools are funded, across the 3-year budget window of $4.6B compared to the January Budget proposal. Despite this downward revision of Proposition 98, the May Revision maintains core programs, funds the statutory cost-of-living adjustment, and includes funding for TK expansion and Expanded Learning. These investments are critical to support lower classroom ratios in TK and provide all families with access to high-quality after-school programs. 

 

“The one thing we need to do more analysis on is that the budget holds on to $1.3 billion in education funding ‘just in case’ their estimates are wrong, which means right now it's not being used to support students,” said Superintendent (Interim) Dr. Fabi Bagula.We will continue to advocate for state leaders to ensure all available education funding is used to invest in the success of our students.   

 

“Students are at the center of everything we do, and we will navigate every decision through the lens of minimizing adverse impacts while continuing to provide robust opportunities socially, emotionally and academically for them to maximize their potential in the upcoming school year.”

 

Up to this point, the District has already solved for a $112M deficit through a number of strategies, including:

  • Advocated the need for critical funding on behalf of our students and families both in Sacramento and Washington D.C.
  • Provided an early retirement incentive which was accepted by nearly 1,000 employees
  • Secured a unanimous vote by the Board of Education on March 11, 2025 to positively certify the Second Interim Financial Report for the 2025-26 budget which included a strategy of no layoffs and an expected positive fund balance increase of about $19 million in the District’s General Fund Unrestricted resources. 
  • Pursued ways to increase revenue:
    • Increased LCFF income survey completion.
    • Focused efforts on more accurate attendance projections.
    • Leveraged and expanded philanthropic outreach to expand funding opportunities. 

 

The District will now focus its efforts on eliminating any additional shortfall resulting from the May Revise and finalize a balanced budget that will be presented to the Board in June.  

 

To learn more about San Diego Unified’s budget development process, click here.

 

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Thanks,

 

Mike

 

Mike Murad

Public Information Coordinator

San Diego Unified School District

mmurad@sandi.net | www.sandiegounified.org

Mobile Phone: 619-925-4790

4100 Normal Street, San Diego, CA 92103

 

 

FOR THURSDAY: PADRES & SAN DIEGO UNIFIED HIT A HOME RUN WITH SECOND YEAR OF BE A PRO AND ALWAYS GO’ ATTENDANCE CHALLENGE

 

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                        Media Contact: 

Tara McNamara, 619-559-6596, tmcnamara@sandi.net 

James Canning, 313-580-2845, jcanning@sandi.net 

 

EDITOR NOTE: The celebration for the winning school to be held Thursday, May 15 at 11 a.m. at Hamilton Elementary School. It will feature a surprise visit from special guests - pitcher Jeremiah Estrada and the Friar mascot. Parking located at 4376 Quince St, San Diego, CA 92105. (map) Media are invited to attend and cover the event.

 

PADRES & SAN DIEGO UNIFIED HIT A HOME RUN WITH SECOND YEAR OF 'BE A PRO AND ALWAYS GO' ATTENDANCE CHALLENGE
More than 75% of participating schools improved attendance—Hamilton Elementary led with a 1.29% jump, and Knox Middle boosted rates by 0.6% during the 8-week campaign 

 

SAN DIEGO (MAY 14, 2025) – The San Diego Unified School District is proud to once again celebrate the incredible success of its schools in the 2025 'Be A Pro and Always Go' Attendance Challenge, in partnership with the San Diego Padres. Over an 8-week period this spring, a time when attendance typically declines, 35 out of 46 participating schools increased their attendance—a remarkable achievement for students, staff, and families.

 

Top honors went to Hamilton Elementary School and Knox Middle School, the two schools that posted the most significant improvements in their categories. Hamilton Elementary led all schools with a 1.29% increase in attendance, while Knox Middle School saw an impressive .6% boost. 

 

"Improved attendance is about more than just numbers—it's about making sure every child has access to the learning, relationships, and opportunities they deserve," said Dr. Fabi Bagula, Superintendent (Interim). "This challenge shows what we can accomplish when we all work together to support our students. We're grateful to the Padres for helping us spotlight the importance of showing up."

 

Other standout performers in the challenge included Linda Vista Elementary (+.42%), Hardy Elementary (+0.41%), Zamorano Elementary (+0.40%), and Horton Elementary (+.40%). Across the district, more than 75% of participating schools improved attendance during the campaign period.

 

"The Padres are proud to team up with San Diego Unified to inspire students to be present and engaged every day," said Tom Seidler, Padres Executive Vice President of Community & International Impact. "This program not only benefits schools across the district in achieving their academic goals and increased financial support, but it also promotes student success both in and out of the classroom at a time that is influential in shaping the future of these young lives."

 

The challenge, designed to encourage consistent attendance in the final stretch of the school year, delivered measurable academic and fiscal impacts. Improved attendance helps students stay connected and on track academically while helping the district recover critical state funding. Each 1% increase in district-wide attendance represents over $10 million in potential state revenue.

 

Students at the top-performing schools were rewarded with tickets to the Padres' upcoming Memorial Day game vs the Miami Marlins and a special Padres-themed celebration. The event for Hamilton Elementary, featuring a surprise visit from special guests including Padres pitcher Jeremiah Estrada and the Swingin' Friar, will take place at the school on Thursday, May 15 at 11 a.m.

"Our entire Hamilton community rallied behind this challenge, and the results speak for themselves," said Hamilton Elementary Principal Dr. Brittany Daley. "We used everything from daily encouragement, data analysis, and student created campaigns to school-wide recognition and Padres-themed prizes to keep students motivated. It's been a fun and meaningful way to reinforce the importance of being in school every day."

Since the pandemic, schools nationwide have experienced unprecedented increases in chronic absenteeism. Contributing factors include COVID-19 and other illnesses, mental health challenges, housing and food insecurities, transportation issues, and economic pressures.

San Diego Unified is committed to identifying the root causes of chronic absenteeism, and is working to implement solutions and strategies to support families so all students can regularly attend school and excel.

To learn more about the campaign visit www.sandiegounified.org/alwaysgo, and to learn more about San Diego Unified School District visit www.sandiegounified.org.

 

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James Canning (He/Him)

Executive Director, Strategic Communications & Information

San Diego Unified School District

jcanning@sandi.net | www.sandiegounified.org

Mobile Phone: 313-580-2845

4100 Normal Street, San Diego, CA 92103

 

 

Note: I may send and respond to emails outside of my normal workday or workweek. Please do not feel obligated to reply outside of your normal work schedule. Thank you.

 

Wednesday, May 7, 2025

Media Advisory: 300 Rockets to be Launched by Taft Middle School Students at Fiesta Island

 

 

MEDIA ADVISORY

 

300 ROCKETS TO BE LAUNCHED BY TAFT MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS

Hands-On STEAM Project at Fiesta Island Fuels Interest in Science

WHAT: Taft Middle School students are reaching new heights at the Second Annual Rocket Launch. Students in grades 6–8 have designed, built, and branded their own model rockets, each featuring a custom logo. The rockets are expected to soar up to 1000 feet in the air in a visual display of student creativity and Science Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM) learning. (Editor Note: Link to videos/images of students working on rockets, past launches)

WHY:  This engaging project combines science, engineering, art, and teamwork, giving students a real world application of classroom concepts, with an emphasis on aerospace engineering and the cutting edge field of rocketry.  The event showcases San Diego Unified’s commitment to hands-on, high-interest learning experiences that inspire the next generation of STEAM  innovators. 

WHEN: Friday, May 9, 2025, 10:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.

LAUNCH SCHEDULE: 

  • 10:45 a.m. Media are encouraged to arrive for setup and student interviews. Please check-in at the Taft tent by the entry gate.
  • 11:15am: Synchronized countdown and rocket launch. 

WHERE:  Fiesta Island, Fiesta Island Aerial

WHO (interviews available):

  • Taft Middle School 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students
  • Hortencia E. Garcia-Rubio, Principal, Taft Middle School (bilingual)
  • Ms. Cara White, 8th Grade Science teacher
  • John Pacente, Vocational Steamworks Director & Industry Partners
  • Taft teachers and staff
  • Families of Taft Middle School students 

VISUALS:

  • 300 colorful, student-designed rockets blasting off
  • Interviews with bilingual Taft Middle School students 
  • Custom logo created by student featured on each rocket

 

BACKGROUND: Over the course of two weeks, Taft Middle School students worked in small teams to design, build, and prepare model rockets. The hands-on project gives students the opportunity to explore concepts in science, engineering, and design thinking. Following the launch at Fiesta Island, each team will document their process and create a short video to reflect on their experience and share what they learned. 

Taft Middle School is proud to offer a Spanish Dual Language Immersion (SLIM) program, where students engage in a one-period, balanced literacy course taught entirely in Spanish. The course is designed to develop independent, critical readers, writers, listeners, and speakers, while fostering a deeper appreciation of the histories and cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. As part of the SLIM program, students study science concepts in Spanish while also expanding their knowledge of Spanish grammar and its practical applications.

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Media Contacts and RSVP to: James Canning, 313-580-2845, jcanning@sandi.net, or Mike Murad, 619-925-4790, mmurad@sandi.net

 

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Thanks,

 

Mike

 

Mike Murad

Public Information Coordinator

San Diego Unified School District

mmurad@sandi.net | www.sandiegounified.org

Mobile Phone: 619-925-4790

4100 Normal Street, San Diego, CA 92103