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The San Marcos Unified School District 2022-23 Annual Report is now available!
05/30/2023
View the digital flipbook now
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NOTICE: San Diego County Educational Facilities Authority No. 2 Meeting
05/26/2023
Meeting to take place Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at 1:30 p.m. at San Marcos Unified School District
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SMUSD Year in Review annual event
05/23/2023
You're Invited to join us virtually via live stream!
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Mission Hills High Senior Awarded National Merit Scholarship
05/19/2023
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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Free transit for youth is here!
04/25/2022
Get the Youth Opportunity Pass beginning May 1st
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Finalists for the national 2022 Modeling the Future Challenge include Mission Hills High School student
04/06/2022
Ashwin Bardhwaj to compete in national mathematical modeling competition
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Mission Hills High School senior to represent San Diego for California Youth of Year Title
04/06/2022
Ernie Montano already won the San Diego County Youth of the Year title and now moves to State level
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Student-built Wounded Warrior home opens
04/06/2022
San Marcos High School woodworking students serve the community by building veterans a home
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San Marcos High School JROTC Team to Compete in National Academic Bowl Championship
03/12/2022
Cadets advance to compete in in Washington, D.C.
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Yamaha Honors Anastasia Homes in 40 Under 40 Music Educators
03/02/2022
San Elijo Middle School, Director of Bands, named 40 under 40
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E-bike Safety
03/01/2022
SMUSD, City of San Marcos & law enforcement work together to keep kids safe
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Pima Medical Institute Partners with Twin Oaks High School to Launch Veterinary Assistant Program
10/19/2021
Pima Medical Institute partners with Twin Oaks High School, to launch a new Veterinary Assistant Program.
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San Marcos Unified School District welcomes, promotes key leaders
10/12/2021
In honor of the Week of the School Administrator, taking place October 10-16, 2021, the San Marcos Unified School District (SMUSD) is pleased to announce the addition and promotion of key leaders in the district.
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COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics in SMUSD
Next vaccination clinic this Saturday the 18th at La Mirada Academy - Walk-ins welcome!
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Home Internet and WiFi Resources
Emergency broadband funding and local resources for home internet and WiFi services
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