THE ALVORD USD ROUND-UP
Pictures, Video, Links, & Sound Bites to Keep You Informed
A Message from the Superintendent
April 19, 2020
Everyone is busy. But unlike our normal busy it's the "new normal" busy. If you're like me you're searching for a new rhythm and some sense of control over your life now that it's been bombarded and disrupted by the COVID19 pandemic. It's all new to all of us. In an effort to keep you informed and not make you even busier than you are by sending lengthy messages, I am transitioning to a new format that I hope serves its purpose to keep you informed but not overwhelm you with information. Continue to check our web site frequently for updates.
Our resolve to realize the AUSD Promise: All Students Will Realize Their Unlimited Potential, has never been stronger than it is now in the face of this pandemic. The Alvord family is unified with a singular purpose to continue to serve our students, while at the same time support each other for the greater good. We will get through this, together, Alvord strong.
Now back to this e-newsletter. It's designed to provide you with information in small bites for you to pick and choose from amongst the features. Stop and view if you're interested or just keep scrolling if you've seen it already or aren't interested. But scroll to the end. Your last stop is an opportunity to submit ideas, comments, or questions.
Find the following features in this edition:
- April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
- Board member comments from our April 9, 2020 Board Meeting
- Governor Newsom's comments suggesting Back-2-School might look different in 2020-21
- The most recent video podcast on distance learning from a teacher's perspective
- Video of the Governor's 6-point plan to reopen California
- Teacher Appreciation Day video submissions
- Students & staff communicate while social distancing
- And much more
Students, staff, and families alike have the added responsibility during this crisis to stay informed and connected. I hope this e-newsletter helps.
Respectfully,
Allan J. Mucerino

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Board Meetings Are Audio-Streamed Via YouTube Find It Fast on Our Home Page. This link opens in this window. Click the back tab to return to the e-newsletter. | Listen Below to the Most Recent Board Member Comments Comments from April 9, 2020 in the order which they were delivered. | Board Meetings Are Conducted in Google Meet Learn How to Submit Public Comments here. This link opens in this window. Click the back tab to return to the e-newsletter. |
Board Meetings Are Audio-Streamed Via YouTube
Listen Below to the Most Recent Board Member Comments
Board Meetings Are Conducted in Google Meet

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Trustee Moreno's April 9 Board Meeting Comments by Dr. Mucerino

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Vice President Vega's April 9 Board Comments by Dr. Mucerino

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Clerk Dorado's April 9 Board Meeting Comments by Dr. Mucerino

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Trustee Schwandt's April 9 Board Meeting Comments by Dr. Mucerino

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President Wilson's April 9 Board Meeting Comments by Dr. Mucerino

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Governor Suggests Back-2-School May Look Different in 2020-21 by Dr. Mucerino
Lots can change between now and Fall, 2020, but districts will be considering different ways to deliver in-person learning to comply with social distancing once schools are cleared to open.
LISTEN TO FOUR VIGNETTES FROM THE 8.15.2020 PODCAST
WATCH OUR MOST RECENT VIDEO PODCAST HERE
NEXT WEEK'S PODCAST FEATURES STATE BOARD MEMBER MATT NAVO

PHASE 3 LAPTOP DISTRIBUTION CLOSED

WATCH GOVERNOR NEWSOM'S 6-POINT PLAN TO REOPEN CALIFORNIA HERE
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Dr. Kemp Comments on AUSD's Distance Learning Plan by Dr. Mucerino
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BEING BRAVE: The Norte Vista High School Distance Learning Fight Song
The Arizona MS 8th grade team & counselors send a message of love to their students

Rosemary Kennedy Elementary School Salutes the Heroes

We'll be back...and better than ever...Alvord Strong.

CHILD NUTRITION SERVICES TEAM MEMBERS ARE OUR HEROES.
With Senior Year In Disarray, Teens And Young Adults Feel Lost. Here's How To Help...This link opens in this window. Click back tab to return to the e-newsletter.

Here's the Thought Exchange WordCloud for Seniors RE: Graduation

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YOU MADE IT ALL THE WAY TO THE END

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