Posts in Family Engagement
One Pager: SFUSD 2024–25 Audit: What parents should know?
One Pager: SFUSD 2024–25 Audit: What parents should know?

📄 New One Pager: SFUSD 2024–25 Audit — What Parents Should Know. We reviewed the SFUSD audit so families don’t have to dig through hundreds of pages.

Here’s what parents should know:

✔️ Immunization records

✔️ After-school (ELOP) enrollment and staffing

✔️ Transitional Kindergarten (TK) class size and ratios

✔️ Free/reduced lunch & English Learner documentation (LCFF funding)

✔️ Payroll and internal controls

The district has corrective actions in place, and families can help by checking student records and responding to school requests. 👀 Read the one-pager and stay informed. 📢 Families deserve clear, accessible information.

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SFUSD Budget Uproar: Board Says No to Cuts, But Are They Still Happening?
SFUSD Budget Uproar: Board Says No to Cuts, But Are They Still Happening?

Don't miss the critical update on SFUSD's budget! The School Board unanimously rejected the Fiscal Stabilization Plan, yet school sites are reporting that the very cuts outlined in that plan are being implemented. Find out what's really happening and why your engagement is more important than ever.

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Are We On The Right Path? Unpacking the SFUSD School Board's Strategic Direction
Are We On The Right Path? Unpacking the SFUSD School Board's Strategic Direction

Curious how our school board is doing — and what really moves student success? Read our latest blog to see the PPS‑SF findings on community values, open decision‑making, and fiscal stewardship — and why strengthening the board’s strategic direction is the urgent next step. Click to learn the three concrete actions we’re calling for and how you can show up at the next public meeting.

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Making School Choices?
Making School Choices?

Need help choosing a school? Read our new blog, "Making School Choices" — a quick, practical guide to comparing programs, culture, logistics, and supports so you can pick the best SFUSD fit for your child. Applications are due 01/30/2026 — read now and get step-by-step tips, a printable checklist, and answers to common questions. 

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Navigating Change: Your Essential Guide to SFUSD's Future – "Board Elevate Vol 4" is Here!
Navigating Change: Your Essential Guide to SFUSD's Future – "Board Elevate Vol 4" is Here!

SFUSD is proposing deep cuts — 201 staff positions, major program changes, and $50M+ in targeted savings. These moves could affect classroom size, mental‑health supports, and equity for vulnerable students. Read our clear, page‑by‑page breakdown and 3 concrete actions parents can take to protect students.

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School Closed 2025
School Closed 2025

As the new school year begins, students find an unexpected twist on the first day. Despite the usual excitement of returning to the classroom, an unexpected closure has turned the day into a humorous countdown to summer vacation. With school buses standing still and a playful lightning bolt across the announcement, this year's start promises to be memorable.

In a special piece written by Noah Sloss, PPS-SF Board Secretary, he reflects on the challenges and opportunities this unique start presents for our students. Dive into the blog to discover how this unique first day sets the tone for the year ahead!

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