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Wednesday, March 19, 2025

Dear RUSD,

Del Mar Mathletes 

Huge congratulations to our 7th and 8th grade Mathletes! The 7th grade team achieved 3rd place overall, while our 8th grade team took 1st place for the school year. A special recognition to the Bel Aire student who was also a valuable member of this fantastic team. We also extend a big thank you to all the wonderful parent volunteers.

LCAP Survey Input

Parents/Guardians, we would appreciate your feedback for how we can meet student needs academically and socially/emotionally. Click here to take the survey.

Parents/Guardians - We Need Your Nomination for Phoebe Hearst Awards - Please use this link to nominate an amazing educator! The link will close on March 30th. 

Principal Update - Almost 40 applications were received for the position of Reed Elementary Principal. On Thursday, a wide range of stakeholders will interview the top 7. We look forward to announcing our new leader soon.

Strategic Planning Collaborative - As you know, we began the first year of our 6-year Strategic Plan. I would like to hear a variety of perspectives about the progress we are making on the Strategic Plan and areas to improve. We will meet 2 times a school year. If you are interested in serving on a Strategic Planning Collaborative, please send me a simple email at kmcgrath@reedschools.org.

Parent Ed Events 

• Changing Perspectives, Tuesday, March 25 from 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM - Join Zoom Meeting 

  Meeting ID: 839 8500 4116

• Marin County SELPA Child and Family Resource Fair March 29 - Learn more here . 
• MCOE’s Upcoming Parent/ Caregiver Events - Register here.

Kind regards,

Dr. Kimberly McGrath
Superintendent
Reed Union School District
"We are even stronger together!"

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The Board of Trustees reviewed the following items at the RUSD Board Meeting on March 11:

• Board of Trustees Update – The Board of Trustees attended the JLAC Legislative Action Day in Sacramento on 2/26 where they shared the District’s prioritized legislative action needs and also heeded questions around Federal funding and reliance on reimbursements from the Federal government for school services.  The Board also reported on their recent activities including, attending an enriching site visit to Bel Aire and meetings with Bridge-the-Gap, the RUSD Foundation, and Actionaly.
• Youth Truth Survey Report Findings – Director of Student Services Mr. Brian Lynch reported on the recent results from the Youth Truth Survey which was sent to students, staff and families in the Fall of 2024.  Overall scores for culture, relationships and school safety remain strong.  District’s inclusion work is making a positive impact.  Parent participation has notably increased across all schools.  Opportunity exists to focus on key sub-groups for engagement, academic challenge, and instructional methods as well as continue to enhance parent communication & feedback, and staff professional development.
• Superintendent Update – District Superintendent Dr. Kimberly McGrath provided updates on artificial intelligence usage in the District, the food service RFP that will be sent in March, upcoming professional development, health curriculum, evaluating data management systems for RUSD, and negotiations.
• Approval of the 2024-2025 Second Interim Budget Report – Chief Business Official Dr. Chris Kim presented the 2024-2025 Second Interim Budget Report and the Board approved with a positive certification.
• Approval of the 2025-2026 RUSD Transportation Plan – Dr. Chris Kim also presented the RUSD Transportation Plan and the Board adopted the plan for the FY 2025-2026 school year.
• Survey to Assess Feasibility of a Bond Measure – Ms. Cathy Dominico from Capitol CFG presented information about engaging a public opinion survey firm to assess the feasibility of a General Obligation Bond measure to fund the District's high-priority facilities needs as identified in the Long-Range Facilities Plan. The Board approved next steps to engage with a survey firm.

The next regular Board meeting is scheduled for Tuesday April 15, 2025.

✨ Your School Needs You! PTA Positions Open ✨

Looking for a meaningful way to support your child’s school? Consider stepping into a PTA leadership role! These positions are 2-year terms, giving you time to make a real impact. No special skills needed—just a passion for helping our schools and students thrive!

Contact ANY MEMBER of the Nominating Committee or fill out this INQUIRY FORM if interested. 

For detailed job descriptions, email amy.dugdale@gmail.com or click HERE 

RUSD Mission & Vision: Each student will be challenged and inspired to reach their fullest intellectual, social-emotional and creative potential to positively impact the world.