Board Approves Revision of 2020-21 School Calendar

In recognition of the value of additional professional training and preparation for both Distance Learning + and In-Person Transitional instructional models for the 2020-21 school year, the MUSD Governing Board has added two days of preparation prior to the first day of school. With this change, more time and resources will be devoted to professional learning to ensure we are well prepared to provide a robust distance learning program that supports all students. This information has been sent via e-mail, posted to social media and can be viewed on the district website at www.menifeeusd.org by clicking the “School Re-opening Info 2020/21” button. There you will also find frequently asked questions, help with Distance Learning and much more.

THE FIRST DAY FOR STUDENTS WILL NOW BE FRIDAY, AUGUST 14, 2020.

Appointment of Special Education Acting Director
Dr. Julie Hong was appointed to the position of Acting Director of Special Education. Dr. Hong has served as a Special Ed Teacher, Asst. Principal and Principal overseeing 6 Special Education programs, Special Education Coordinator with the North Coastal Consortium for Special Education, and Special Education Director at Bonsall Unified.

Update on Superintendent Search

Dr. Joseph Condon and Dr. Suzette Lovely, Consultants with Education Support Services Group, shared an overview of the results of an on-line survey, which had roughly 500 responses, and information gathered from focus groups of 50 members of the MUSD community. The executive summary report, titled “Superintendent Leadership Profile” can be viewed on the district website at www.menifeeusd.org using the “Superintendent Search” button.  This feedback will be used in the screening, interview, and decision-making process as the Governing Board completes the process to bring a new superintendent for the Menifee Union School District.

Measure Q Projects Continue to Modernize Campuses

As the Governing Board took action to advance construction and modernization projects at Menifee Valley MS, Bell Mountain MS, Chester W. Morrison, Evans Ranch, Freedom Crest, Harvest Hill STEAM Academy, Herk Bouris, Oak Meadows, Quail Valley, Southshore, and Táawila, they voiced appreciation for the community’s approval of Measure Q in 2016.  This general obligation bond is generating more than $135 million dollars to invest in providing safe, state-of-the-art campuses that will serve our growing student population.

Next Board Meeting: Tuesday, August 11, 2020 at 4:30 PM