Sonia Torres

The Governing Board adopted a resolution recognizing Teacher Appreciation Week and the Day of the Teacher. The resolution expresses formal appreciation for the dedication and commitment of certificated staff, including teachers, counselors, nurses, librarians, psychologists, and speech pathologists, in educating and supporting students.

This School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) outlines a strategic roadmap to maximize resources and enhance student achievement. It is structured around three core goals: ensuring all students, particularly English Learners, achieve grade level or higher in English Language Arts and Math through rigorous instruction; cultivating a strong school climate and engagement by valuing families and community partners; and addressing the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of all students to support optimal learning conditions. The plan specifically targets areas such as chronic absenteeism and suspension rates to foster a positive and effective educational environment.

The School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) for Lincoln Elementary School outlines strategies to maximize resources and enhance student achievement for all, including significant student performance groups. The plan focuses on three key goals: improving student achievement in English Language Arts and Mathematics, fostering a positive school climate and engagement through increased family involvement and reduced absenteeism, and meeting the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students by promoting well-being, arts integration, and extracurricular opportunities. It aims to prepare students for college and careers by inspiring achievement and building character within a student-centered environment.

The School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) for Newark Middle School outlines a strategic roadmap to enhance student achievement and close achievement gaps. The plan focuses on improving academic outcomes for all students, with particular emphasis on Multilingual Learners, Long-Term English Learners, Hispanic, Socioeconomically Disadvantaged students, Students with Disabilities, and Homeless students in English Language Arts and Mathematics. Key priorities include fostering a student-centered environment with academic rigor, character development, innovation, and community, alongside addressing chronic absenteeism and suspension rates. The SPSA emphasizes data-informed decision-making, equity, and continuous improvement through regular review by the School Site Council, aligning with the Newark Unified School District's Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) goals for academic achievement, college and career readiness, social-emotional well-being, and student and family engagement.

The School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) for Birch Grove Primary School outlines a strategic roadmap to maximize resources and enhance student achievement by aligning with ESSA and LCAP requirements. The plan focuses on three core goals: improving student academic outcomes in English Language Arts and Mathematics, increasing family and community engagement to address chronic absenteeism and foster a positive school climate, and cultivating a supportive school culture and learning conditions through equitable student services and well-being initiatives. Key priorities include targeted interventions for English Learners and socioeconomically disadvantaged students, strengthening partnerships with families, and reducing chronic absenteeism across all student groups.