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Welcome back, SFUSD high schoolers!
We’re excited to kick off a brand-new school year with you. This newsletter is your go-to spot to stay up to date on opportunities, resources, and events happening in the school district and beyond. Keep an eye out each issue, twice a semester, for ways to get involved, stay connected, and make the most of your high school experience!
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STUDENT ADVISORY COUNCIL UPDATES AND HIGHLIGHTS |
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The Student Advisory Council (SAC) has convened for their first two meetings this year at the main district office. They've begun the foundational work of advocating and inspiring change for the betterment of the students of the San Francisco Unified School District. Follow @SFUSDSAC on Instagram to stay up to date.
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Over the summer, the Student Advisory Council (SAC) conducted its first ever Teacher Help Out! Through this summer initiative SAC members went to school sites all across the city to help teachers and staff prepare for the 2025-26 school year.
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COUNSELING AND CAREER READINESS |
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Hello, SFUSD high school students!
From the Division of College & Career Readiness, our counselors at Counseling & Post-Secondary Success wish you a great year! We hope the new school year has brought new adventures, new learnings, and new connections, and we look forward to encouraging your growth and being a resource to you along the way! Check out these resources and events and visit the website for more: https://www.sfusd.edu/CPSS
- Mariana Chavez-Picazo, Counseling & Post-Secondary Supervisor
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Discover City College of San Francisco Day
When: Saturday, Oct. 18, 12 pm-2 pm
Where: Ocean Campus, HBB 140
This community event for 12th graders and their families will showcase CCSF's amazing departments, programs, and resources. Campus tours will be available. Spanish and Chinese language presentations will be provided. This is a free and informative day to learn all about what CCSF has to offer as a post-secondary path after high school.
Find out more information and register online.
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Cash For College Evening Events for Seniors
Cash for College is an initiative of the California Student Aid Commission. Learn how to fill out your financial aid application (FAFSA or CA Dream Act) for the 2026-27 school year! Advisors from will guide you through the process and help answer any questions. Interpretation available.
Find workshop dates and locations online.
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Taking Care of Your Mental Health is Our Priority!
As you continue to navigate the new school year, your School Counselors want to remind you that they are here to partner with you to ensure you have a positive learning and social experience in school. As we recognize September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, we remind you to reach out to your school counselor, Wellness Center, teachers or administrators for support and to talk things through if you are experiencing any personal challenges. Talking about your feelings takes courage, and it also builds hope, even if you're feeling anxious or hopeless. From talking to someone close to you or someone who is trained, help is available.
Call or text 988, or chat 988lifeline.org or explore the resources to access support.
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Apply to DELAC Youth Leaders Program - $600 Fellowship Stipend
The DELAC Youth Leaders Program empowers Multilingual Learner students to uplift their voices and advocate for equity and inclusion across the district. Youth leaders will collaborate with district staff, participate in leadership development activities, and contribute their insights to improve programs and services for Multilingual Learner students.
Participants will gain experience in leadership, policy advocacy, public speaking, and cultural competency.
Fellowship Stipend: Students may earn up to $600 per semester for successful participation and completion of program requirements.
Application Deadline: Oct. 15, 2025
Application link: bit.ly/DELACyouth
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Fall 2025 Pre-Registration Card Design Contest
Want to show off your creativity and make an impact? The Department of Elections is looking for a brand-new design for its pre-registration info card—a card handed out at events to remind teens that they can pre-register to vote before turning 18.
Who can enter: All 9–12 graders
Why it matters: Your design will be seen by students all over the city and help more young people get ready to vote.
Contest opens: Sept. 29, 2025
Design submission deadline: Oct. 20, 2025
Winner announced: Oct. 29, 2025
Learn more about contest details.
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Youth Art Exchange's FREE Classes and Workshops for SFUSD High Schoolers
Youth Art Exchange is offering free classes in animation, architecture, dark room photography, music production, fashion design, mural arts and more for SFUSD high school students.
Eligible grades: 9-12
When: Class dates vary
Registration closes week of Sept. 29, 2025. Register for classes online. |
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Mission Graduates College Connect Program Application Now Open
College Connect is a Mission Graduates program serving students who will be among the first in their families to obtain and complete a college education. Collect Connect is a program for students living in San Francisco's Mission or Excelsior Districts to support students from junior year of high school through college and their first jobs.
Students receive one-on-one support, college application help, financial aid and career planning advice.
Eligible grades: 11th graders
Application closes Oct.10, 2025. Apply online with Mission Graduates. |
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#WeAreSFUSD
“After entering Galileo, I managed to make my first straight A’s from pure determination but also the amazing relationships and mentors that I've had the opportunity to build a rapport with. Specifically, my 9th and 10th grade English teacher, mentors from SFUSD, and so many other people and peers. The people I've met have shown me so much passion and kindness, which gave me the ability to recognize how your identity and self-worth are made up of so many different aspects that cannot be confined by or determined from boundaries in academics or mental barriers.”
- Compassion, Senior at Galileo Academy of Science and Technology
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Student and Family Services Division |
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Expulsions/Suspensions
Student Attendance Review Board
Records Requests |
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Transcript & Work Permit Office |
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Student transcripts
Work Permits
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Student Nutrition Services |
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Breakfast + Lunch program
Free meals for all students
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Transportation for students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
General Education busing
Transportation bus service for paid, athletic, and art program trips
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Student enrollment
Language assessments
Address change
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555 Franklin Street
1520 Oakdale Avenue
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Don’t see what you’re looking for and need assistance? Contact Student Family School Resource Link
Call 415-340-1716 * or email sflink@sfusd.edu or see the Contact Us page
*Hours of operation for the phone are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (Closed from 12 p.m - 1 p.m every day). Phones will also be closed on school holidays. Callers can leave a voicemail at all hours. |
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