School Closure Plan Update, 3/27/2020

Dear DMUSD Families, I hope this finds your family healthy and happy! This past week has been a whirlwind of activity behind the scenes in our District! We have an amazing team districtwide – people who are committed, engaged, and optimistic about the steps we are taking to to support student learning. In just a very short period of time, so much has been done! Online learning platforms have been launched. Staff members have been learning how to teach remotely. Teachers have begun providing learning resources for students, and currently, we are planning for next steps in this phase of remote learning for our students. We anticipate having more opportunities for interaction and connectivity for students and teachers. Please read the linked attachment for more details.

Governing Board of Trustees March 25, 2020 Meeting Canceled

The Governing Board of Trustees Regular Meeting of March 25, 2020 has been canceled. A Governing Board of Trustees Special Meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, April 14, 2020. Details regarding this meeting are forthcoming.

District School Facilities and Grounds Closed

In an effort to help reduce the community transmission of COVID-19, and in alignment with the City of San Diego, all Del Mar Union School District school facilities and grounds are CLOSED until further notice.

DMUSD Message about Remote Learning

Notice of Extension of Public Review Period regarding a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Del Mar Heights School Rebuild Project

COVID-19 UPDATE, SCHOOL CLOSURE

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we move through this unprecedented time. You may be aware that Governor Gavin Newsom, in his update on the state's response to the Coronavirus, stated that it is unlikely that schools will open before the summer break. It is important to note that he offered an opinion and has not at this time issued an order for a state-mandated closure of schools. At this time, the opening and closing of schools is locally controlled by school district superintendents, based on guidance from the San Diego County Office of Education and the San Diego County Department of Health and Human Services Agency. Yesterday, in a guidance meeting for San Diego County Superintendents, Dr. Wilma Wooten, Department of Health and Human Services Public Health Officer, stated the current guidelines for San Diego County, which at this time are in place through March 31st. Based on this guidance, we are not planning to reopen DMUSD schools prior to Monday, April 13th. It is important to note that this may change, and if it does, we will provide notice right away. Please read the linked attachment for more details.

Important Video Message from the Superintendent

School Closure Plan Update - 3/16/2020

All of us are living through an unprecedented time as we work to keep our communities safe and healthy in the face of the coronavirus. For us, our highest priority continues to be the safety and well-being of our students during this uncertain and evolving health crisis. We are committed to consistent and clear communication with you throughout this time period, and this includes providing a clear understanding of what will happen to support our children and families. I want to assure you that we are here for our children and families. Please read the linked announcement for more details.

COVID-19 UPDATE, 3/13/2020, 12:45 pm - SCHOOL CLOSURES

All DMUSD schools will be closed from March 16 to March 27 in order to mitigate the potential transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19). Schools will be closed and children should stay home. We will remain in close contact with the San Diego County Office of Education and local public health officials throughout the duration of this closure and will provide updates to families as appropriate. All programs, including preschool and after school programs, are canceled while schools are closed. Please read the linked announcement for more details.

COVID-19 UPDATE, 3/13/2020, 10:20am - SCHOOL CLOSURES

In coordination with the San Diego County Office of Education and the County Department of Health, and in alignment with Los Angeles Unified School District, San Diego Unified School District, and local districts from around San Diego County, the Del Mar Union School District is providing preliminary notice of school closure for the entire district beginning Monday, March 16, 2020. This decision is in an abundance of caution and not due to any new information of increased risk or threat. Please see linked announcement for entire message.

COVID-19 Update, 3/12/2020

As of today, the California Department of Public Health has issued new guidelines recommending that all non-essential large gatherings be postponed as a precaution to slow the transmission of COVID-19. Please read the linked announcement for details.

COVID-19 Update, 3/9/2020

As we monitor the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) situation in San Diego County, we wanted to provide you with this important update that could impact our families as we approach Spring Break. Please read the linked announcement for more details.

COVID-19 Update, 3/5/2020

The health and safety of our students and staff continues to be our highest priority. We continue to closely monitor the 2019 novel coronavirus (now named COVID-19) situation and will provide updates as necessary. Please read the linked announcement for more details.

COVID-19 Update, 2/26/2020

The District is continuing to closely monitor the coronavirus (now named COVID-19) situation. Please read the linked announcement for more details.

Notice of Intent (NOI) to Adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Del Mar Heights School Rebuild Project

Spring Enrichment Late Registration Open

Low-enrolled classes have been canceled, available classes open for late registration. Classes begin Mar. 23, 2020, and are 8 weeks long.

DMUSD Schools Closed Monday, February 17, 2020 – Friday, February 21, 2020

District Office will be closed Monday, February 17 – Wednesday, February 19.

COVID-19 Update, 2/10/2020

Over the last several weeks, the Del Mar Union School District has followed the guidelines of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) to prevent the spread of the 2019 novel coronavirus. As recommended by the CDPH, students traveling from mainland China who have arrived in the United States since Monday, February 3 will be excluded from school for 14 days, beginning the day after they left China.

Spanish Language Immersion Program Parent Information Nights

With the start of the 2020-2021 school year, the Del Mar Union School District will begin offering a Spanish Language Immersion Program in kindergarten. Parent Information Nights are scheduled to provide program information for district families whose children are age eligible (turning 5 on or before September 1, 2020) for kindergarten in 2020-2021 and are interested in a Spanish Language Immersion Program for their child’s kindergarten through sixth grade school experience.

A Message From the Superintendent - Fall 2019

This Fall 2019 Edition of the Message from the Superintendent shares information on the DMUSD Great Learning Adventure, Measure MM, High Quality Education, World Language Program, and Upcoming District Events.

New this year, Before School Care!

Offered at all schools, beginning at 6:30 am.

Congratulations, DMUSD 2019 Site Teachers of the Year! Congratulations, DMUSD 2019 District Teacher of the Year!

Congratulations, Melissa Davis, Crystal Ellena, Louwana Spetter, Rachel Matteson, Katie Sullivan, Linda Newquist, Cat Gilbert, and Courtney Ridings!

Congratulations, DMUSD 2019 Site Classified Employees of the Year! Congratulations, DMUSD 2019 District Classified Employee of the Year!

Congratulations, Abraham Sanchez, Analisa Price, Kadrina Coffee, Holly Arber, Melinda Eng, Jason Billings, Manny Hernandez, Cristina Rusconi, Anne Yarnell, Jennifer Yamate, and Katie Artiano!