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National Merit $2500 Scholarship winners are the Finalists in each state judged to have the strongest combination of accomplishments, skills, and potential for success in rigorous college studies.

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State Superintendent Tony Thurmond Announces 2023 California Finalists for Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching

05/19/2023

San Marcos Middle School science teacher, Samantha Stickely, named a finalist!

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San Marcos Unified wins TWO Awards at the Classroom of the Future “Innovation in Education” Awards!

05/19/2023

Teachers Marci Davis & Chris Geldert bring home awards for their amazing programs

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BOARD BRIEF: Top things to know from the May 11, 2023 Board Meeting

05/12/2023

Advocacy Efforts, Administrative Announcements, Boundary Study, Upates from LMA and TSMP, Strategic Promise Data Update and more

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SMUSD Wins Three Race to Submit Awards

05/08/2023

Race to Submit is a program for high school seniors to complete a FAFSA financial aid application, which is the first step toward college success.

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SMUSD Homless Assistance Counselor recognized in statewide campaign

05/01/2023

Paulina Tamayo, Homeless Assistance Counselor, was recently announced as a winner of the 2022-23 FAFSA/CADAA Challenge for Students Experiencing Homelessness Challenge.

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We are excited to announce our Summer Camp 2023 offerings!

04/28/2023

Registration for Summer Camp will open online in EZ ChildTrack on Monday, May 8th at 8:00 am.

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KOC 2023-24 Registration and Enrollment Information

04/17/2023

Kids on Campus before & after school program NOW OPEN for Registration

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SMUSD in the news again for award-winning people & programs!

04/17/2023

KUSI News features Classroom of the Future Award &SMUSD Personal Finance classes during Financial Literacy Month

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Interdistrict Transfer Requests for the 2023-24 school year remain open!

04/11/2023

Transfer Requests NOW OPEN and enrollment dates for new & existing students now available

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An Investment in Personal Finance for Teens

04/05/2023

Students want to learn about personal finance...and hear about adults' money mistakes

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RISING STARS! The San Marcos Chamber & SMUSD team up to recognize students

03/21/2023

Monthly program at Palomar College spotlights standout students

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Dr. Andy Johnsen named 2023 Superintendent to Watch

03/07/2023

California School Public Relations Association awards SMUSD Superintendent for excellence in school communication leadership

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2023 COUNTY SCHOOL COUNSELORS OF THE YEAR RECEIVE SURPRISE AWARDS

02/15/2023

San Marcos Unified's Lezya Weglarz & The San Marcos Promise among award recipients

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San Marcos Elementary School threat & evacuation

02/09/2023

Sheriff's Office gives all clear, nothing suspicious found, suspect arrested

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A message from the Superintendent: Winter Update

02/08/2023

Becoming Future Ready, New Mental Health Program, Enrollment Dates & more

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The San Marcos Unified School District and the City of San Marcos launch new mental health program

01/21/2023

Let's Face It. Together. supports students & families with mental health resources

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Deputy Superintendent, Dr. Tiffany Campbell, named Lighthouse Award Winner!

01/20/2023

Dr. Campbell receives Equity Champion award from the San Diego County Office of Education

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The Knowledge Matters Campaign shines a light on SMUSD's high-quality science curricula

01/09/2023

SMUSD recognized as a pioneer in the adoption of high-quality science curricula and will serve as a model of implementation for schools systems nationwide.

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SMUSD welcomes new Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources

01/05/2023

Dr. Joel Garcia takes the helm of HR of San Marcos Unified

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San Diego County Office of Education shares Mental Health Resources for the Holidays

12/02/2022

Take care of yourself and those you love this holiday season

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Camp LEAD hopes to spread diversity and make schools safer

11/30/2022

SMUSD students learn leadership skills and create positive school culture

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A Message from the Superintendent: Fall Update

11/18/2022

Video Message, Diamond Safety Training, Portrait of a Graduate & Strategic Plan news

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Have you signed up for text messages?

11/09/2022

Opt-in today!

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San Marcos Unified teacher named one of the Top 100 Teachers by Norwegian Cruise Lines, Wins Vacation Giveaway

10/25/2022

Marci Davis has recently been named a winner of the Top 100 Teachers Contest presented by Norwegian Cruise Lines

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A message from the Superintendent

10/21/2022

Cold & Flu Season in Our Region

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FOX 5 NEWS: Former DEA agent educates students on dangers of fentanyl

10/20/2022

SMUSD Kicks Off Red Ribbon Week

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A Message from the Superintendent

10/11/2022

Warning of Rainbow Fentanyl

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FORTUNE MAGAZINE: San Marcos ranked one of the top “25 Best Places for Families to Live”

09/29/2022

Article cites top-ranked San Marcos Unified School District

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CALIFORNIA SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION: CSBA features San Marcos Unified's Portrait of a Graduate vision

09/29/2022

Board President Carlson shares about the transformative work of SMUSD

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FOX 5 NEWS: SMUSD helping teens get Future Ready through financial literacy

09/28/2022

San Marcos Unified leading the way bringing personal finance classes to students

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NEWS RELEASE: Moody’s Revised San Marcos Unified School District’s Rating

08/30/2022

Outlook Upgraded from Negative to Stable

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Hot Weather Operations are in place at SMUSD schools

08/30/2022

National Weather Service San Diego triggers Excessive Heat Warning

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The Coast News: Free Breakfast and Lunch for All Students at San Marcos Unified!

08/19/2022

2022-23 school year brings new program to schools for nutrition regardless of income

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SMUSD Families: Welcome Back to the 2022-23 School Year!

08/15/2022

A message from Superintendent Johnsen

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New Video: Summer Safety Drills

07/29/2022

Sheriff's Office and SMUSD team up for important drills while students and staff are out for the summer

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The Coast News: San Marcos Unified begins multiyear TK expansion process this fall

07/27/2022

Read the full story here

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Congratulations to our 2021-22 Employees of the Year!

06/27/2022

SMUSD honors stellar staff throughout the district

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Lezya Weglarz, SMUSD MTSS Coordinator, named as Chair of the largest School Counseling Associations in the nation

06/23/2022

Weglarz helps SMUSD schools strengthen their systems of support, while providing professional leadership & advocacy for the profession of school counseling throughout the state.

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SMUSD Graduating senior makes news for perfect attendance

06/06/2022

CBS 8 News highlights San Marcos High stduent Lindsey Frost for 2,353 days of school without missing a class

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Year In Review Special Meeting highlights accomplishments of students & staff

05/25/2022

SMUSD presentation included student talent & performances, release of the District Annual Report and sharing the vision for the future

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