May 8, 2026
Weekly Superintendent Update 5.8.26
Dear Sierra Unified Community,This week marks Staff Appreciation Week, and I want to take a moment to recognize the incredible people who make Sierra Unified such a special place for students and f...
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SIERRA UNIFIED DISTRICT ANNOUNCEMENTS
DISTRICT STATEMENT ON SIERRA HIGH SCHOOL TREES
SIERRA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT – March 27, 2026
Following a thorough evaluation by a certified arborist, Sierra Unified School District has determined that two non-native oak trees located on the Sierra High School campus—including the oak tree near the cafeteria—are in a state of decline due to disease and pose a safety risk.
Based on this professional assessment, the District will move forward with the removal of both trees. While we understand that these trees may hold meaning for members of the Tollhouse community, the safety of our students, staff, and visitors must remain our highest priority.
This decision follows careful review and due diligence, including an independent assessment of the trees’ health and structural integrity. The findings made clear that preservation is not a viable long-term option without compromising safety.
As part of ongoing campus improvements and construction, the District is committed to thoughtful replanting efforts. We will prioritize the introduction of native tree species that are better suited to the local environment and can thrive safely for generations to come.
Sierra Unified remains committed to responsible stewardship of its campuses—balancing safety, environmental considerations, and the long-term needs of our school community.
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DISTRICT STATEMENT ON SIERRA HIGH SCHOOL TREES
Read Across America
Recap of Read Across America Day at Foothill Elementary!
Read Across America Day at Foothill Elementary! Sierra Unified celebrated a fantastic day of stories and smiles! A huge thank you to our community volunteers and the three incredible students who stepped up as guest readers to inspire their younger classmates. Special thanks to our guest readers: Gabi Watt, Rylee Osterberg, Layne Gilbert, Kinley Ferguson, Cortney Burke, James Hoak, Christy B, Avery Bernhardt, Eleanor Rakis-Garabedian, Reyna Tolman, Isaiah Sampson, and Jamie S. Events like this strengthen our school community and spark a lifelong love of reading. Thank you to our staff, teachers, and volunteers for making this day so special! Happy Read Across America Day, Sierra Unified! #ReadAcrossAmerica #SierraUnified #FoothillElementary #LoveOfReading
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May 7, 2026
✨ Staff Appreciation Week ✨
This week, we are proudly celebrating the incredible educators, staff, and leaders of Sierra Unified School District. Every day, our team goes above and beyond to inspire curiosity, support growth,...
May 1, 2026
Happy School Principals’ Day! 🍎
Today we recognize and celebrate the incredible principals of Sierra Unified School District. Your leadership, dedication, and commitment to our students, staff, and families make a lasting differe...
April 29, 2026
MATHEMATICS & STATISTICS AWARENESS MONTH
2-4-6-8, who do we appreciate?It’s a terrific time to recognize math teachers who helped you understand a concept orlearn a lesson. April is Mathematics & Statistics Awareness Month!We want to ...
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Offering a Mountain of opportunities.
In this mountain community, students are able to explore multiple areas of interest with the choice to pursue academics, athletics, the arts, and co-curricular activities simultaneously.
It’s true.
Our district will never be the biggest, but that doesn’t stop us from striving to be the best— our Sierra Best. It’s this commitment to excellence that is instilled in our children helping them to spread their wings and become the best that they can be.
Our Total # of Students
may be small compared to other districts but we pride ourselves on things like opportunity, academic choice, creative thought, ideas and ingenuity, and caring for others. These are the things we consider big and we create the space for our students to live them out each and every day.
Excellence in education
is our goal for every student. We use a systematic approach to data from assessments to evaluate student progress in every course, adjusting as needed while delivering a comprehensive curriculum. With smaller class sizes, SUSD students get an essential boost: more focused time with their teachers.
