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Our students spread kindness through grades K-5.
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![Field Day June 5th. Graphics of water, beach ball, sun, sunglasses, and watermelon.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745558230/sanjuanedu/kgcsvkyra4o3fznadudt/FieldDayTN.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745558230/sanjuanedu/kgcsvkyra4o3fznadudt/FieldDayTN.jpg","width":512}])
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about Field Day: June 5
![5th Grade Promotion, June 9. 9:00-10:00 a.m. Illustration of students with graduation caps and diplomas.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745594697/sanjuanedu/fovsdflti3pwewhkwyst/5thGradePromotionTN.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745594697/sanjuanedu/fovsdflti3pwewhkwyst/5thGradePromotionTN.jpg","width":512}])
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about 5th Grade Promotion: June 9
![Kindergarten Promotion June 6, 8:30-9:30 a.m.. Illustration of children with caps, gowns, and diplomas.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746568870/sanjuanedu/wi4xslesx89gmd39mvxh/KindergartenPromotionTN_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746568870/sanjuanedu/wi4xslesx89gmd39mvxh/KindergartenPromotionTN_1.jpg","width":512}])
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about Kindergarten Promotion: June 4
![Whitney Avenue Elementary Presents: Talent Show! June 2, 8:00-9:30 a.m. Neon sign background with stars.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745591623/sanjuanedu/ku4q0nrzrq90egwbloow/TalentShowTN.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745591623/sanjuanedu/ku4q0nrzrq90egwbloow/TalentShowTN.jpg","width":512}])
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about Talent Show: June 2
![Memorial Day: No school. May 26. Background image of American flag.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745557434/sanjuanedu/jrb0al2rodbppgklkbgp/MemorialDayTN.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745557434/sanjuanedu/jrb0al2rodbppgklkbgp/MemorialDayTN.jpg","width":512}])
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about Memorial Day: No School
![Whitney PTA interest. Contact: owenciprisandmom@gmail.com. Illustration of person in front of audience pointing at a chart.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1743118950/sanjuanedu/j7gjoeholxeggkjcxv2t/PTATN.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1743118950/sanjuanedu/j7gjoeholxeggkjcxv2t/PTATN.jpg","width":512}])
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about Join our PTA today!
![A note from Superintendent Bassanelli March 15, 2024 with photo of superintendent]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747867365/sanjuanedu/bkog9jaabimzq1yagpdh/SupmessageGraphicforFinalsite_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747867365/sanjuanedu/bkog9jaabimzq1yagpdh/SupmessageGraphicforFinalsite_1.jpg","width":512}])
As we approach the conclusion of the 2024-25 school year, I am filled with pride as I reflect on the remarkable achievements of our students. Their dedication, creativity and resilience embody the core values of our district's Strategic Plan, focusing on voice, resilience and innovation.
![Anvitha Samineni holding her certificate received at the 2025 California State Seal of Biliteracy Recognition Ceremony]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747350570/sanjuanedu/o6omuc3smonsnxtqry72/AnvithaSamineniThumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747350570/sanjuanedu/o6omuc3smonsnxtqry72/AnvithaSamineniThumbnail.png","width":512}])
Anvitha Samineni, a 12th grader from Mira Loma High School, was in the spotlight as a student speaker at the Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE) 2025 California State Seal of Biliteracy Recognition Ceremony.
Samineni was one of the over 400 students across the San Juan Unified School District to receive the California State Seal of Biliteracy.
Upcoming Events
![Growing Together. Collectively Strong. Individually Nurtured. with three images of students in collage]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731012231/sanjuanedu/uw3zwrqzsjv6ekfnfp3i/GrowingTogetherShowcaseGraphic.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731012231/sanjuanedu/uw3zwrqzsjv6ekfnfp3i/GrowingTogetherShowcaseGraphic.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1731012231/sanjuanedu/uw3zwrqzsjv6ekfnfp3i/GrowingTogetherShowcaseGraphic.png","width":800}])
Access San Juan Unified's 2024-29 Strategic Plan.
![Teacher working with young student at table]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1688334333/sanjuanedu/wr9vrwhhp5qgeqybf0j8/TKstudentandteacher.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1688334333/sanjuanedu/wr9vrwhhp5qgeqybf0j8/TKstudentandteacher.png","width":512}])
San Juan Unified uses an equity lens to target and eliminate barriers for all students.
![Bus driver]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1688355379/sanjuanedu/t4smum4rrgv6l4o9x7ya/Busdriver.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1688355379/sanjuanedu/t4smum4rrgv6l4o9x7ya/Busdriver.png","width":512}])
If you want to be a part of a diverse school district committed to ensuring each student's success - we want to meet you.
![Arden Middle School new campus]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1680814556/sanjuanedu/embt8qkf4ctx0p805jbh/017028_INT014_HI.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1680814556/sanjuanedu/embt8qkf4ctx0p805jbh/017028_INT014_HI.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1680814556/sanjuanedu/embt8qkf4ctx0p805jbh/017028_INT014_HI.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1680814556/sanjuanedu/embt8qkf4ctx0p805jbh/017028_INT014_HI.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1680814556/sanjuanedu/embt8qkf4ctx0p805jbh/017028_INT014_HI.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1680814556/sanjuanedu/embt8qkf4ctx0p805jbh/017028_INT014_HI.jpg","width":2200}])
San Juan Unified School District is invested in providing 21st-century learning opportunities for all students.
![Kindergarten students raising hands]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1680812300/sanjuanedu/k3jlsynybqoqop0z2uc0/IMG_9642.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1680812300/sanjuanedu/k3jlsynybqoqop0z2uc0/IMG_9642.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1680812300/sanjuanedu/k3jlsynybqoqop0z2uc0/IMG_9642.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1680812300/sanjuanedu/k3jlsynybqoqop0z2uc0/IMG_9642.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1680812300/sanjuanedu/k3jlsynybqoqop0z2uc0/IMG_9642.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1680812300/sanjuanedu/k3jlsynybqoqop0z2uc0/IMG_9642.jpg","width":2200}])
The San Juan Education Foundation supports and advances excellent education for all students in San Juan Unified.
![Stack of books at a library]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1685478582/sanjuanedu/nqqhiprtm6ufx1xmuxjv/Stackofbooks.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1685478582/sanjuanedu/nqqhiprtm6ufx1xmuxjv/Stackofbooks.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1685478582/sanjuanedu/nqqhiprtm6ufx1xmuxjv/Stackofbooks.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1685478582/sanjuanedu/nqqhiprtm6ufx1xmuxjv/Stackofbooks.png","width":1080}])
Learn about curriculum and instructional materials adoption throughout the district.