Superintendent's Message on Reopening: 12-30-21 As the new year approaches, and families start making plans to return to school, I want to take this opportunity to remind you that we must continue to be vigilant against COVID-19, particularly with regard to the Omicron variant, which appears to be settling in across the Bay Area. Although cases across the nation are rising, many people in the Bay Area are fully vaccinated and boosted, which has fortunately helped to curtail severe illness, even in instances of breakthrough infections.
Happy Holidays from SSFUSD Happy holidays to you and yours from South San Francisco Unified School District Superintendent Dr. Shawnterra Moore.
Superintendent's Message on Reopening SSFUSD: 11-23-21 We’ve reached the Thanksgiving holiday, and it is important to celebrate all the positive things we’ve done to get to this point. This is the season of gratitude and I’m grateful for the good fortune of health, family and friends. However, I am especially grateful to be a part of our incredible community and want to express my sincere thanks to all of you.
Superintendent's Message on Reopening SSFUSD 11-4-21 Now that November is upon us and colder weather is settling in, I want to take this opportunity to remind you that we must continue to stay vigilant against the spread of COVID-19, especially among children who haven't yet been vaccinated. I want to encourage you to get vaccinated and get a booster shot when it becomes available. The San Mateo County Event Center currently has COVID-19 booster shots available for the following individuals who received their second dose of the Moderna or Pfizer vaccine at least six months ago or a single dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two months ago:
Superintendent's Message on Reopening SSFUSD: 10-6-21 As we enter into our 9th week of school, students and staff have acclimated well and are getting back into the routines of school. We launched our COVID-19 testing program with Concentric in September, and despite some logistical challenges, things seem to be operating more smoothly now. I am writing this letter to share a few brief updates.
Superintendent's Message on Reopening SSFUSD: 5-12-21 As the 2020-21 school year slowly draws to a close, I wanted to share with you our outlook for the 2021-22 school year.
Superintendent's Message on Reopening SSFUSD: 9-17-21 I’m writing to express my deep gratitude to you. It has been joyful having our students back on campus engaged in learning and connecting with classmates. We also recognize that in-person instruction comes with other worries and challenges. Your engagement, questions, support, and positivity during these taxing times have been remarkable. I know it hasn’t been easy, but I truly appreciate your diligence and partnership during the first 5 weeks of the school year! Our staff is working hard to keep everyone safe and going above and beyond to meet the needs of our students. If you haven’t acknowledged or appreciated them this year, please make time to do so.
Appointments Now Needed for COVID-19 Testing in South City High Parking Lot Fulgent Genetics, which has been providing weekly COVID-19 testing in the South San Francisco High School parking lot, recently adjusted their hours of operation and will no longer accept walk-in appointments. Individuals seeking COVID-19 testing must now make an appointment between 8:30 AM to 3:15 PM from Friday through Tuesday.
Superintendent's Message on Reopening SSFUSD: 8-27-21 It has been such a joyful experience to see our students back on campus the last two weeks! Despite the circumstances, our students and staff seem genuinely happy to be back. I remain impressed that our students and staff are diligent about wearing their masks, washing their hands, and following our health and safety protocols. This effort is successful with support from parents and visitors, and it helps to ensure the health and safety of our entire community.
Superintendent's Message on Reopening SSFUSD: 8-12-21 I am feeling a sense of excitement mixed with caution as the 2021-22 school year officially begins. I hope that your child(ren) had a wonderful and safe first day of school!