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August 2025: Friendship Month - (R.O.C.K.) Respect, Ownership, Cooperation & Kindness

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Back to School Message

Please CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to read the welcome back letter from our principal, Mr. Kohout.

Congratulations to Ivieeh Flores!

Congratulations to our very own Ivieeh Flores for accepting the Dodgers Reading Champions challenge! She read over 3000 minutes this summer and was recognized by the LA Dodgers for her achievement. Way to ROCK Ivieeh!!

Candidate Application for Provisional Appointment to the Board of Education Trustee Area 2

The Board of Education is seeking qualified, interested individuals to fill the vacancy on the AUSD Board of Education for Trustee Area 2. If you are interested, please CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to download the application packet. Submit all completed requirements no later than Monday, August 25, 2025 at 3:00pm.

Ken Tang Steps Down from AUSD Board; Creates Trustee Area 2 Vacancy

Following his recent election to the California Teachers Association's Board of Directors (District L), Mr. Kenneth Tang has stepped down from the AUSD Board of Education.

Please join us on August 26, 2025 at 6:00pm as we congratulate him on his new position and thank him for his dedicated service to the AUSD Community.

AUSD is seeking qualified, interested candidates to fill the vacancy for Trustee Area 2. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to download the Announcement of the Vacancy.

Please complete the Alternative Income Form

Help ensure AUSD receives the maximum amount of federal funds for our schools by completing the Alternative Income Form (AIF). The collection of household income information is a necessary step for AUSD to receive federal funds for the school your child attends. ALL families should complete the Alternative Income Form (AIF), irrespective of their household income. One AIF is needed for each student. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to download the flyer (in multiple languages) or visit www.tinyurl.com/AIFdirections.

Join the Los Angeles Dodgers and Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation 9th annual Dodgers Reading Championship Challenge!

Donations for Alhambra USD Wildfire Victims

Members of the community have asked how they can help students and staff members who have lost their homes in the recent wildfires. The Greater Los Angeles Educational Foundation is collecting funds to support fire relief efforts throughout LA County. Donors may designate funds for a SPECIFIC DISTRICT. To ensure funds are directed specifically to our local community, please make sure to designate your donation for the ALHAMBRA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT or ALHAMBRA USD (not just “AUSD”). CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to access the donation page. Thank you!

Alhambra USD's Dr. Denise Jaramillo Named Los Angeles County Superintendent of the Year

Congratulations to our own Dr. Denise Jaramillo, who was named Los Angeles County's 2024 Superintendent of the Year. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to read about this well-deserved recognition for AUSD's Superintendent!

Seeking Game Changer Nominations

AUSD is proud to continue celebrating the exceptional contributions of its staff members through the Game Changers recognition program. Each month, we shine a spotlight on two individuals who go above and beyond to make a positive contribution to the lives of students, colleagues, and the broader community. Please CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to learn more about the Game Changer program or to nominate a deserving employee.