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We are getting close to Spring Break and I think everyone is just about ready!  It’s not hard to feel the cycle of a school year.  It’s a funny profession.  We are driven by calendars and bells.  There is a routine to our work that is predictable regardless of external factors.  We aren’t far from the start of “banquet season” and celebrations.  That also means promotions, graduations, and a lot of other things that wrap up a school year.

Read More about Superintendent's Update - March 28, 2025

I met with our Superintendent’s Student Advisory group this week for the second time. As I told them, the time spent with students is always the best part of my job. I also spent time with the Paly High School Principal’s Student Advisory group. Together, they filled in gaps and connected dots that should have been more obvious.  I appreciate our students and their willingness to speak for themselves. For this update, I am going to focus on the theme of mental health and wellness through the lens of our students. 

Read More about Superintendent's Update - March 21, 2025

I have asked our team members to clarify PAUSD policies and protocols regarding immigration officers and our schools. The technical response is found below my comments. The most important part of the message is that we want our students and families to feel safe. We took additional time to review our policies and protocols with our administrative teams and office staff before communicating broadly.

Read More about Superintendent's Update - February 7, 2025