Announcing the New Laurel Dell Principal, Katie O'Do...

Announcing the New Laurel Dell Principal, Katie O'Donnell!  Dear Laurel Dell School Community, I am pleased to announce that at their meeting this evening, the San Rafael City Schools Board of Education approved Katie O’Donnell as the new Laurel Dell Elementary School Principal for the upcoming 2025-26 school year!  During the selection process, Ms. O’Donnell rose to the top as a champion for all students with an unwavering commitment to their growth and success. She leads with a collaborative spirit to ensure that all students and staff thrive in supportive and dynamic learning environments. I am confident that she has the skills and qualities to further enrich the school community and ensure academic excellence in partnership with teachers, staff and families.  We are fortunate that Ms. O’Donnell is already well-known and familiar with the Laurel Dell community. She has been a proud teacher at the school for four years, and she affectionately refers to Laurel Dell as her second home. She has built positive relationships with students, families and staff, and has been committed to fostering an environment where all feel valued, supported and inspired to succeed. She will officially assume the role of Laurel Dell principal on July 1, 2025. I would like to share some of Ms. O’Donnell’s own words about why she’s looking forward to this opportunity: I’m incredibly honored and excited to be named Laurel Dell’s new principal. This school is more than just a place of learning— it’s a strong, vibrant community. I feel fortunate to work alongside such a dedicated staff and supportive families, and I’m looking forward to building on the relationships that make Laurel Dell so special. Together, I know we can continue to create a school environment where every student thrives. Ms. O’Donnell’s experience expands her time at Laurel Dell - she has been an educator within SRCS for over 20 years and has served in various leadership roles such as instructional coach; mentor teacher; teacher in charge; and president of the teacher union. She has honed her skills and shared her valuable perspective through many District committees and initiatives, including our teacher evaluation system, equity work, curriculum reviews and more. Throughout her time at Laurel Dell and SRCS, Ms. O’Donnell has gained the insight and experience that allows her to understand our students’ needs and how to make an impact in their achievement and engagement. She is known for her strong organizational skills, systems-oriented approach, excellent instructional practices, thoughtful collaboration skills and creative problem-solving abilities.  I strongly believe that Ms. O’Donnell’s deep understanding of the Laurel Dell community, combined with her strong instructional experience and immense passion for students, make her the ideal leader for Laurel Dell.  Please join me in congratulating her!    Sincerely, Carmen Diaz Ghysels Superintendent  San Rafael City Schools www.srcs.org  |  communications@srcs.org 310 Nova Albion Way, San Rafael, CA 9490

Tuesday, Apr 22 2025

From the SRCS Superintendent: Tragic News Regarding ...

Tragic News Regarding Fatal Car Accident Dear SRCS Community, I am writing about a tragedy affecting our greater Marin community. You may have heard about the deeply heartbreaking news of the severe car accident this past weekend involving six students from Archie Williams High School; four students tragically died as a result of the accident, and two remain in the hospital. Our sincere condolences and sympathies go out to all their families and friends. The Tamalpais Union High School District has been sharing information with their community; below is one of their recent updates.  We recognize that in a community such as ours, there are many connections to those involved and many of our own youth may need support. Furthermore, tragedies such as these are immensely difficult to process, and everyone responds differently. It is in these times that we do best by coming together with compassion and understanding. While some of our mental health staff are graciously supporting schools in the Tam and other nearby districts, I want to assure you that our Wellness Centers and our elementary and middle schools have services available for any student or staff member who would like to speak with someone. Here are some resources from the National Association of School Psychologists with tips and information for coping with loss and here is a guide for understanding teen grief and how to provide support.  The message below also has some helpful resources.  I know our entire SRCS community joins me in keeping the students and their families in your thoughts and sending compassion, care and support to the Tam community and all those impacted.  Sincerely, Carmen Diaz Ghysels Superintendent  April 20, 2025 Dear Tam District Community Earlier this weekend, we shared the heartbreaking news that six Archie Williams students were involved in a severe car accident. We are heartbroken to confirm that four students tragically died as a result of the accident, and two remain in the hospital. With consent from their families, we can share that Archie Williams students Elsa Laremont Stranczek and Marley Barclay survived the accident. Elsa remains in critical condition and Marley is stable but still in critical condition as well. Both are surrounded by the care and support of their families.  We are deeply saddened to confirm the deaths of four incredible young lives: 9th grader Olive Koren, and 10th graders Josalynn Osborn, Sienna Katz, and Ada Kepley. Words cannot fully express the sorrow we feel. Our hearts are with their families, friends, classmates, and the entire Archie Williams community as we grieve together. This is a time of immense pain for our school and district family. Counseling and grief support services are available this week and in the weeks ahead for all students and staff across Tam District schools. We strongly encourage anyone who is struggling to seek support—no one should navigate this alone.  In moments like these, the strength of our community is found in how we care for one another. Please continue to hold all six students, their families, and the entire Archie Williams community in your hearts as we move through this tragedy with love and compassion. In Community, Tara Taupier Superintendent Tamalpais Union High School District Resources: Grief Support: Hospice by the Bay Grief Support: Bay Area Community Resources North Marin Community Services Huckleberry Youth Services Addressing Grief in Children Talking with Children About Grief San Rafael City Schools www.srcs.org  |  communications@srcs.org 310 Nova Albion Way, San Rafael, CA 9490

Monday, Apr 21 2025

SRCS Updates (April): News from around the District ...

Celebrating Student Success Last month, we proudly hosted our District’s Fourth Annual Reclassification Ceremony, and what a beautiful celebration it was! In total, 236 students were recognized for achieving fluency in English, marking a huge academic and personal milestone in their educational journey.  This event wasn’t just about language proficiency, it was a celebration of perseverance, identity and the power of multilingualism. Families, educators and community members came together in joyful recognition of our students' hard work and the rich linguistic and cultural diversity that strengthens our schools every day. Thank you to all our SRCS community for the role you play in students' success!  Students Explore Potential Career Pathways at the DO The SRCS District Office was thrilled to welcome Terra Linda High School students on April 17 to visit the various departments and learn about and see first hand the daily operations of a school district.  (Pictured right: Students with SRCS Superintendent Carmen Diaz Ghysels as they wrap-up their visit.) The TLHS students are in a "Careers in Education" course that is led by teacher David Tow. The class features hands-on opportunities designed for exploring careers in education, teaching, counseling, administration and student support services. Throughout the semester, students engage in practicum experiences, guest speaker interviews and professional development activities to gain real-world insight into the field. Students also get dual-enrollment credit through Sonoma State University. The course is one part of the District's career technical education (CTE) program. Update on SRCS' District-Wide Solar Photovoltaic Project SRCS is making progress in implementing solar photovoltaic (PV) systems across the District. This initiative is a significant step towards achieving long-term sustainability and generating cost savings for our schools. Starting this coming summer, we anticipate the systems will begin being installed at the following schools across the District - Venetia Valley, San Rafael High School and Terra Linda High School. ( Pictured right:  TLHS rendering) .  Click here for more background and information.  Monthly Tech Tips: Practical Tips for Easing Kids' Social Media Anxiety As Common Sense Media describes, teens text, tweet, snap and post like it's their job. In fact, about half of teens use social media every day, and for some, this means checking Instagram, TikTok or Snapchat dozens (or hundreds!) of times a day. While many teens find connecting with friends online a positive experience, social media can affect kids' mental health - especially tween girls. The tricky part for parents is identifying the tipping point between a healthy relationship to social media and its negative effects.  Read more from Common Sense Media to learn ways to help your child navigate social media life: English   |   Spanish   HeadsUp Carnival is April 26! Don't miss the HeadsUp Carnival on Saturday, April 26 from 11 am - 3 pm at San Rafael High School!  Carnival brings together every school in SRCS for an event celebrating all that’s great about our schools and our town. From dancing mascots to marching bands, from face-painting to pupusas, there is something for everyone to enjoy at our annual party of the year. Admission is free. Every Day Counts As we move farther along in the school year, please remember that attendance still matters! Every day of school is an important opportunity for students to learn and connect to peers and their teachers. Particularly in the spring months, there are important group projects, field trips, student assessments, assemblies and more. In the face of challenging illness this winter, our teachers, families and students have persisted to keep learning and engaged. We appreciate everyone’s hard work and commitment. Please send your child to school if they are generally healthy and well. In general, children should stay home if they have a fever of 100.4°F or higher; vomiting two or more times in 24 hours; or diarrhea. Learn more about recommendations and details on when to keep your child home and when they can return: English   |    Spanish Reminder: DELAC Parent Survey  As a reminder, we are asking  our parents and guardians of English learners  to share their feedback to help us improve the programs and services that support students' success. The survey is designed to better understand EL families' experiences, knowledge of our English learner programs and the ways we can strengthen communication, involvement and support. Survey in English   |   Survey in Spanish Responses will help guide our District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) as we work together to ensure that all students have the resources they need to thrive academically, linguistically and socially. Thank you! Authors Visit Schools for "Spring Into Reading!"  Over conference week in March, our elementary and middle schools participated in our third annual “Spring Into Reading” literacy celebration! Each school had literacy activities all week long including, which may have included buddy class reading, cozy reading, bookmark making contests, author visits and community guest readers.  Check out the amazing authors that visited our schools in partnership with Book Passage, Copperfield's and the San Rafael Library. ( Pictured right: Author Mae Respicio visits Coleman to talk about her book "How to Win a Slime War." Students got to hear all about her book, her process, ask questions and best of all make slime!)   Board Resolutions The SRCS Board of Education adopted the following resolutions at their recent meetings: Supporting the Designation of April 10, 2025 as Dolores Huerta Day Supporting and Recognizing Autism Awareness Month (April 2025) Supporting and Recognizing National Deaf History Month (April 2025) Support of Recognizing March 31, 2025 as Cesar Chavez Day Upcoming Parent Ed Opportunities and Other Events The Marin County Office of Education  has compiled some upcoming parent / caregiver education events that are open to families throughout Marin. Mental Health and Underage Substance Use with Let’s Talk The session will explore how mental health challenges, such as anxiety, depression, and stress, can increase the likelihood of adolescents turning to substances as a coping mechanism.  Wednesday, May 7 | 7 - 8:30 pm | Zoom | Learn More  &  Register Here May Mental Health Month 2025 Over 15 different FREE events will be hosted by Marin County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services and community-based partners around Marin.  Learn more One Stride at a Time 5K Run/Walk  A youth-created and led event for hope, help and recovery Saturday, May 10 | 9 am - 12 pm | McInnis Park | Learn More &  Register Here  Wellness Festival and Art and Film Showcase A powerful annual event dedicated to raising mental health awareness through youth art and expression.  Sunday, May 18 | 9:30 am - 2 pm | Terra Linda High School |  Register Here   Eyes Up Marin – Phone Down Don’t be distracted by the alerts from your phone. Turn off your phone when you drive. You can silence your phone while driving by enabling "Do Not Disturb While Driving" or "Driving Focus" on your iOS or Android phone, which automatically silences calls, texts, and notifications when you're detected to be driving.  If you have to use your phone, make sure you use hands free equipment -  here are some more tips . Remember: Eyes Up! San Rafael City Schools www.srcs.org  |  communications@srcs.org 310 Nova Albion Way, San Rafael, CA 9490

Friday, Apr 18 2025

Please complete our DELAC Parent Survey 2024-25

DELAC Parent Survey 2024–25 (District English Learner Advisory Committee / Comité Distrital para Aprendices del Idioma Inglés) Your voice matters! As a parent or guardian of an English learner in our district, your feedback is essential in helping us improve the programs and services that support your child’s success. Our survey linked here is designed to better understand your experiences, your knowledge of our English learner programs, and the ways we can strengthen communication, involvement, and support. Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts. Survey link:  https://forms.gle/5VuLXUDwa6a2P2F58 Your responses will help guide our District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) as we work together to ensure that all students have the resources they need to thrive academically, linguistically, and socially. Thank you for being a valued partner in your child’s education! This survey will close on Friday, May 2.

Friday, Apr 18 2025

Invitación a la reunión del DELAC - VIRTUALMENTE - H...

DELAC (District English Learner Advisory Committee / Comité Distrital para Aprendices del Idioma Inglés) AGENDA Thursday, April 17, 2025 el jueves 17 de abril 6 - 7:15 pm Zoom Info/Link: https://srcs-org.zoom.us/j/83200789526 Nos complace invitarles a la reunión del Comité Asesor de Estudiantes de Inglés (DELAC) este jueves 17 de abril a las 6:00 PM. La reunión se llevará a cabo de manera virtual, y pueden unirse a través del enlace de Zoom que se proporciona a continuación. La agenda está adjunta. Tengan en cuenta que la reunión se llevará a cabo en español, con traducción al inglés disponible a solicitud.   Enlace de Zoom:  https://srcs-org.zoom.us/j/83200789526 We are pleased to invite you to the District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) meeting this Thursday, April 17 at 6:00 PM. The meeting will be held virtually, and you can join us using the Zoom link provided below. The agenda is attached. Please note that the meeting will be conducted in Spanish, with English translation available upon request.   Zoom Link: https://srcs-org.zoom.us/j/83200789526

Thursday, Apr 17 2025

HeadsUp Carnival is less than 2 weeks away!

KEEP SELLING RAFFLE TICKETS Keep selling those raffle tickets and remember to turn in the ticket stubs and money collected to your school office. Middle and High School students  have an opportunity to sell raffle tickets at United Market and at Andy's Market in Sun Valley this Saturday, April 19 .  Sign up here  to sell at United or Andy's. SIGNUP TO VOLUNTEER We still need volunteers to help bake cakes, sell raffle tickets, and run our carnival booths. High School students are encouraged to volunteer and can earn service hour credit!  Sign up here. SRHS JAZZ BAND AT ANDY'S LOCK LOMOND On Thursday, April 17 from 4:30 - 7:00pm,  SRHS Music Students will be performing at Andy's Market in Loch Lomond and we will be selling raffle tickets then as well. Come by to enjoy the music and buy a couple of raffle tickets. BUY FOOD & GAME TICKETS IN ADVANCE We are excited to be able to offer  advance online ticket sales  again this year with PayBee. Simply choose how many tickets you would like to purchase and complete your purchase with a credit card or Apple Pay! You will receive a confirmation email with a bar code. Come to any ticket booth at Carnival and present your confirmation email to receive your tickets.  RAFFLE SPONSORED BY US BANK A special thank you to our raffle sponsor, US Bank! Raffle winners will be awarded cash prizes. First place winner receives $1000, second place winner receives $500 and third place winner receives $250!  WE CANNOT DO IT WITHOUT YOU! VOLUNTEER  |  SELL RAFFLE TICKETS  |  BAKE |  ATTEND Go to headsupsr.org/carnival and click the volunteer button. Help your kids sell raffle tickets.  Top sellers win prizes! Bake a cake for our most popular game of Musical Cakes! Attend the event on Saturday, April 26 11-3. You can purchase tickets ahead of time  here. THANK YOU TO OUR BUSINESS PARTNERS

Tuesday, Apr 15 2025

Next Steps in the Search for San Pedro's New Principal

Next Steps in the Search for San Pedro's New Principal Dear San Pedro Families, I am incredibly grateful for Kristina Hopkin’s five outstanding years of service to the students, teachers, staff and community of San Pedro Elementary School. Kristina’s warm and outgoing personality, caring and tireless leadership and student-centered approach have enriched the San Pedro community beyond measure, and she will be greatly missed! Looking ahead, the Board of Education, District leadership and I are committed to finding a highly-qualified and skilled leader who will lead the school with excellence. We have begun the search and recruitment process to find the best match to serve as the San Pedro principal for the upcoming 2025-26 school year. The principal position is currently posted . In addition to the job posting, we have  a recruitment flyer and encourage you to share it with potential candidates.  As we move through this process, it is important that we hear input and feedback from San Pedro families about what skills, attributes and characteristics you believe are critical for the school’s next leader.  Below are some ways to provide input: Feedback Session for Parents:  Parents and guardians are invited to join us for a special meeting to share their feedback on San Pedro’s next leader. We hope you can attend! Date: Thursday, April 17     Time: 8:15 - 9 am  Location: Family Center Spanish interpretation will be provided We're also holding a separate session for San Pedro teachers and staff. Survey : All are invited to complete our  anonymous and confidential short survey linked here to share your feedback.   Interview Panel: If you are interested in being considered as one of the limited number of parent representatives on the advisory interview panel which will take place on April 23, 2025, please contact Darlene Avalos in Human Resources at davalos@srcs.org or 415-492-3207. Thank you for your support and partnership! Sincerely, Carmen Diaz Ghysels Superintendent   San Rafael City Schools www.srcs.org  |  communications@srcs.org 310 Nova Albion Way San Rafael, CA 94903

Monday, Apr 14 2025

Next Steps in the Search for Laurel Dell's New Princ...

Next Steps in the Search for Laurel Dell's New Principal Dear Laurel Dell Families, I am grateful for Jimmy Lopez’s service to the students, teachers, staff and community of Laurel Dell Elementary School.  Looking ahead, the Board of Education, District leadership and I are committed to finding a highly-qualified and skilled leader who will lead the school with excellence. We have begun the search and recruitment process to find the best match to serve as the Laurel Dell principal for the upcoming 2025-26 school year. The principal position is currently posted . In addition to the job posting, we have  a recruitment flyer and encourage you to share it with potential candidates.  As we move through this process, it is important that we hear input and feedback from Laurel Dell families about what skills, attributes and characteristics you believe are critical for the school’s next leader. Below are some ways to provide input:
 Feedback Session for Parents:  Parents and guardians are invited to join us for a special meeting to share their feedback on Laurel Dell’s next leader. We hope you can attend!

     Date: Tuesday, March 25, 2025
     Time: 8:30 - 9:30 AM Location: Laurel Dell MPR Spanish interpretation will be provided We're also holding a separate session for Laurel Dell teachers and staff.
 Survey : All are invited to complete our anonymous and confidential short survey linked here to share your feedback. 

 Interview Panel: If you are interested in being considered as one of the limited number of parent representatives on the advisory interview panel which will take place on Wednesday, April 1, 2025, please contact Darlene Avalos in Human Resources at davalos@srcs.org or 415-492-3207. Thank you for your support and partnership! Sincerely, Carmen Diaz Ghysels Superintendent   San Rafael City Schools www.srcs.org  |  communications@srcs.org 310 Nova Albion Way San Rafael, CA 94903

Friday, Mar 21 2025

HeadsUp Newsletter - Spring 2025

Message from Our Executive Director Our commitment to enriching the education of San Rafael students continues to grow, thanks to your incredible support. This month has been filled with exciting events, community engagement, and new opportunities to make a difference for our schools. Recently, our community came together for an energizing F45 workout fundraiser , breaking a sweat while raising vital funds for our schools. We also had the pleasure of co-hosting an  open house at Youth in Arts , showcasing the incredible arts programming that inspires creativity in our students every day. We’re also thrilled to introduce a new way to support HeadsUp— a fundraiser with the SF Giants! Purchase discounted tickets and enjoy a day at the ballpark while giving back to our schools. And of course, the countdown is on for our biggest event of the year— the HeadsUp Carnival on Saturday, April 26, at San Rafael High School ! Mark your calendars for a day of fun, food, and community celebration, all in support of our students. Thank you for being part of the HeadsUp family. Your enthusiasm and generosity make all the difference! With gratitude, Michelene Moayedi, Executive Director   Thank You To F45 San Rafael and Our Community for a FUNdraiser! On March 1st, We had a fantastic time with members of our San Rafael School Community - raising heart rates and funds for HeadsUp!! It was a wonderful opportunity to come together with representation from several schools in our District and discuss how important it is to support public schools, public education and your public school foundation! A huge thank you to everyone who donated, with your generous and giving spirit, we were able to raise $2500!   Youth In Arts and HeadsUp Creative Community Forum We had the pleasure of attending last week's YIA Open House and had the opportunity to experience firsthand the creativity, joy and learning that our students experience at their schools because of this collaborative partnership and community building model. Thank you to Youth In Arts (YIA) for being a partner with us in making sure we're able to provide Arts enrichment at ALL of our schools!!   San Francisco Giants Partnership with HeadsUp!  Who is ready for Baseball Season?!?! We are thrilled to be partnering with the San Francisco Giants for an exciting fundraising opportunity District and Community wide! The Giants are offering $15 tickets to a variety of games throughout the season and for every ticket sold, $5 will be donated back to HeadsUp! Purchase as many tickets as you like and share widely with your friends, family and colleagues.  Stay tuned as we're planning a San Rafael City School's Community Night for one of these upcoming games, more details coming soon.  Scan the QR code on the fliers or click HERE! to purchase tickets. Go Giants!  Become a HeadsUp Business Partner! Good Schools Are Everyone’s Business. The HeadsUp Business Partner Program offers an opportunity to make a powerful statement about your organization’s commitment to education and our community. Strong schools create vibrant neighborhoods and drive economic success. By partnering with us, you directly contribute to this shared vision and support critical programs for our students. Become a business partner with HeadsUp and work with us to elevate education for every child. Learn more here . HeadsUp Carnival is NEXT Month! We are getting closer to Carnival time!! This year, Carnival will be taking place at San Rafael High School! We are looking for volunteers to take on larger roles, if you are interested in finding out how you can help make this year's Carnival our best yet, email us at info@headsupsr.org to find out more!! General volunteer signups will be coming out at the beginning of April. Thank you to our Business Partners

Wednesday, Mar 12 2025

SRCS Updates (Feb.): News from around the District f...

Board Appoints Dr. Wing Keung Jason Lau for Vacant Seat We are pleased to announce that Dr. Wing Keung Jason Lau was appointed to the SRCS Board of Education on Feb. 14, filling the vacant seat for Trustee Area 2.  (Pictured right being sworn into office by San Rafael City Clerk Lindsay Lara) Dr. Lau has over 20 years of extensive teaching and administrative experience in higher education. He currently serves as the Assistant Vice Provost for Student Life at Santa Clara University and an associate faculty member at Santa Rosa Junior College. He also has worked in administrative capacities at College of Marin, Sonoma State University and University of Northern Iowa. Dr. Lau traveled from Hong Kong to the US to further his education, and became the first member of his family to receive a college degree. In the community, Dr. Lau volunteers his time on numerous local, national and international organizations. He lives in San Rafael with his wife and two children.  Learn more. SRHS Cheer Wins USA Nationals Congratulations to San Rafael High School’s Cheer Team for being crowned the 2025 United Spirit Association (USA) Varsity Coed Advanced Nontumbling National Champions!  Competing against the nation’s best at the USA Nationals in Anaheim, the incredible athletes delivered a performance that earned the program their eighth national championship title. Our District is proud of the students and their coaches and families! Monthly Tech Tips: AI Artificial intelligence (AI) is any computer program that can do tasks that typically require human expertise or skill. AI can be used to power the voice assistants on our phones, the posts we scroll through on social media, the ads we see online and so much more. It's natural for youth to be curious about the latest popular AI programs. As these tools become more widespread, it's important to talk with kids about responsible and appropriate tech use. These resources from Common Sense Media can help your family explore and learn about AI together.  Helping Kids Navigate the World of Artificial Intelligence [ English | Spanish ] Video: What is AI? [ English | Spanish ] Spring Into Reading! Over conference week, March 18-21, our elementary and middle schools will celebrate our third annual “Spring Into Reading” Literacy Celebration! Every school will have literacy activities all week long including: buddy class reading, cozy reading, bookmark making contests, author visits and community guest readers.  Check out the amazing authors visiting our schools this spring in partnership with Book Passage, Copperfields and the San Rafael Public Library. We encourage you to ask your child to share their favorite book(s) with you and come visit your school library during conference week to check out books to share at home!  Board Resolutions The SRCS Board of Education adopted the following resolutions at their recent meetings: Declaring San Rafael City Schools a Sanctuary District Recognition of Women's History Month, March 2025 March 3 Priority Enrollment Deadline The priority deadline of March 3 is coming up for enrolling new Transitional Kindergarten (TK) and Kindergarten students for the upcoming 2025-26 school year!  To be considered for neighborhood school placement, completed registration packets are due by March 3. Completed packets received after March 3 are placed in order of date received. Also, To attend a district school outside your attendance area, complete an intradistrict transfer application by March 3. Note that current TK students DO NOT need to re-enroll for kindergarten.  Learn more:  View this flyer or contact the Student Enrollment & Family Center: 415-492-3236,  srcs.org/tk-k-enrollment , 310 Nova Albion Way   Upcoming Parent Ed Opportunities The Marin County Office of Education has compiled some upcoming parent / caregiver education events that are open to families throughout Marin. The Media and Having Difficult Conversations with Your Child Dr. Marie-Louise Mares Thursday, Feb. 27  |  6:15 - 7:30 pm  |  Zoom  | Register Here   Heroes in the Making: Raising Boys to Embrace Courage and Compassion CIP Marin, Raising Healthy Families Series Wednesday, March 5 |  6 – 8 pm  |  Zoom |   Register Here   Regaining Control of AI and Screen-Based Technologies: An Interactive Talk for Parents and Adolescents CIP Marin, Raising Healthy Families Series Monday, March 10  |  6 – 8 pm  |  Zoom  |   Register Here   Finding Balance in a Distracting, Quick-Reward World Dr. Anna Lembke, NYT Bestselling Author Thursday, March 13  |  6 – 7:30 pm  |  Zoom  |   Register Here   Navigating Body Image in the Digital Age: How to Support your Child with Healthy Habits to Prevent Negative Body Image and Disordered Eating CIP Marin, Raising Healthy Families Series Thursday, March 20  |  6 – 8 pm  |  Zoom |   Register Here Immigration Support and Resources We recognize the ongoing fear, anxiety and uncertainty among our student and family immigrant community. Our previous message describes our commitment to fostering inclusive and equitable environments where all students, staff and families feel valued, safe and supported. The message also includes support and resources;  below are some upcoming events that we want to highlight: Charla de Inmigración / Know Your Rights Presentations hosted by Canal Alliance - Once a month via Zoom at 6 pm including today, Feb. 26, and again on March 26.  Local compilation of Events and Resources . Updated regularly with the intent of establishing consistent and current resources.  Recording of Session on Parenting to Support Our Teens Let's Talk recently hosted a discussion on exploring practical and empowering ways for parents to support their teens as they navigate the challenges of adolescence by building strong, open lines of communication, fostering emotional resilience and encouraging self-discovery. If you missed the event or would like to revisit some of the key takeaways, you can find it linked here or on the  Let's Talk website .  Eyes Up Marin – Check Your Speed Speed kills! The difference between life and death in a pedestrian collision can be the vehicle's speed. A pedestrian struck by a car traveling 20 mph has a 95% chance of survival; a pedestrian struck by a car traveling 40 mph has a 15% chance of surviving the collision (American Automobile Association). That is why school zones have speed limits of 25 mph. Obey the law. Save a life. San Rafael City Schools www.srcs.org  |  communications@srcs.org 310 Nova Albion Way, San Rafael, CA 9490

Wednesday, Feb 26 2025