Superintendent's Weekly Update Sept. 7, 2022
Dear WJUSD Families, Staff, and Community,
I hope you had a restful Labor Day weekend!
Thank you for helping keep each other safe by taking proper precautions during the excessive heat conditions in our area.
I look forward to meeting you during one of the upcoming Superintendent’s Meet and Greets. The first one of the school year is this Tuesday, Sept. 13! Hope to see you there!
The following Weekly Update includes:
- Safety Plans During Heat Advisory
- Potential for Power Outages
- College Fair Sept. 8
- Superintendent Meet and Greet Sept. 13
- SEPAC Advisory Meeting Sept. 13
- Yolo County Youth Commission
- WJUSD in the News
Have a great week!
Respectfully,
Elodia Ortega-Lampkin
Superintendent
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Safety Plans During Heat Advisory
Our plans to protect students and staff from the current heat wave include:
- No outdoor activities after 10:30 a.m. (including recess and P.E.).
- Cafeterias, gyms, and libraries will be open for students during lunch.
- Any planned outdoor activities will be moved indoors or rescheduled (school events, sports, after-school programs, etc.).
- Sports practices will be modified by start times and/or activity level. This may affect games and matches that have been scheduled.
- Please look for communication from your student's coach regarding specific changes.
- Air conditioners will be adjusted to accommodate our nighttime employees.
- We have drinking fountains available and we highly encourage students and staff to bring a water bottle to help stay hydrated.
Please contact your school if you have specific questions regarding any activities or events that may be affected by these modifications.
We will continue monitoring the forecast for the duration of the heat advisory. Thank you and we appreciate your support.
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Potential for Power Outages
During excessive weather conditions there is always the potential of power outages (storms, strong winds, fires, excessive heat, etc.).
In the event of a prolonged power outage at school, families will be notified through ParentSquare. As always, the safety of our students and staff is our number one priority. We will do everything possible to keep schools open safely and work closely with local energy officials to assess and monitor the situation.
In rare cases, this could include closing school earlier in the day and families would be notified immediately.
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Come to the WJUSD College Fair
Meet college representatives and learn about programs and scholarships available. More than 50 representatives from local and out-of-state colleges and universities.
Thursday, Sept. 8
Woodland High School Gym
6 - 8 p.m.
PHS: For more information call (503) 661-4600 or maira.villegas@wjusd.org
WHS: For more information call (503) 661-5415 or monica.garcia@wjusd.org
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NEXT WEEK: Superintendent Meet and Greet, Sept. 13
You are invited to attend a Superintendent Meet-and-Greet event this year. This is another opportunity to connect with Superintendent Elodia Ortega-Lampkin, get updates about our school District, and share your hopes and dreams for your students.
All times are 6 - 7 p.m. Light refreshments will be served.
- Tuesday, Sept. 13, at Whitehead Elementary School
- Tuesday, Sept. 27, at Lee Middle School
- Tuesday, Oct. 4, at Freeman Elementary School
- Tuesday, Oct. 11, at Douglass Middle School
- Tuesday, Oct. 18, at Tafoya Elementary School
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SEPAC Advisory Meetings
We are committed to continuing facilitating opportunities for community feedback and engagement for our families with special needs students.
Our Special Education Parent Advisory Committee (SEPAC) is one of the ways we can ensure these opportunities for community engagement. This group of parents and community members meets regularly as an advisory group focused on students with special needs and Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
We welcome and encourage your participation again this year!
Dates:
Sept. 13, 2022
Nov. 8, 2022
Feb. 7, 2023
April 25, 2023
Time: 5 - 6 p.m.
Location: WJUSD District Office, 435 Sixth St., Board Room
For more information contact Rebecca Foster, Special Education Director, at rebecca.foster@wjusd.org
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Teenagers: Join the Yolo County Youth Commission
Are you passionate about making a difference for your community?
Then join the Yolo Youth Commission! As a commissioner, you will get to make a difference by working alongside local leaders to make decisions about where funds go to support youth development and empowerment. Make a positive impact for youth so we can all thrive!
Who can join?
Youth who are between the ages of 13-18 and reside in Yolo County are welcome to apply!
What will the commission look like?
The Youth Commission will consist of 15 members appointed to a one-year term.
For more information contact: Drucella Miranda, Youth Development Program Specialist, at drucella.miranda@ycoe.org.
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WJUSD in the News
Jimena Izquierdo, a 12-year-old Douglass Middle School student, took first place after wowing judges with her powerful voice and stage presence.
“Now that we have completed the districtwide facilities assessment, we can begin moving forward with important projects that will modernize classrooms, improve school security, and address the most immediate infrastructure needs at all of our schools.”
- Board of Trustees President Jake Whitaker
