San José Unified School District

Congrats to the Leland High School Robotics team! FRC 604 – Quixilver has taken the FIRST Pinnacles Regional by storm, winning 1st place and securing a spot at the first World Championship in Houston, TX! The team, led by head mentor Helen Arrington, who was recently named SJUSD’s 2025 secondary Teacher of the Year, demonstrated exceptional innovation, teamwork, and engineering skills. Their custom-built robot and innovative control system helped them dominate the competition and score a high of 203 in the finals! Next stop: Contra Costa Regional, then onto the World Championship! ???

This month, and every month we honor the incredible achievements, resilience, and contributions of women past and present. From the classroom to the community, women continue to inspire, lead, and pave the way for future generations. Join us in recognizing the powerful role women play in shaping history and empowering students to dream big! #WomensHistoryMonth

Over 280 student musicians from Simonds Elementary and Castillero Middle came together for a powerful joint orchestra concert! With six classes across four levels, our orchestra program empowers young leaders and builds lifelong skills through music. Bravo to all the students who performed—and a huge thank you to Castillero Music Booster Club and orchestra teacher Scott Krijnen for making this possible!

??? Science came to life at Lowell Elementary’s Science Night! Students and parents explored hands-on STEM activities designed for all grade levels, guided by real scientists from Science from Scientists. From exciting experiments to interactive learning, the night was filled with discovery and fun!

?? Huge congrats to Ameya Desai from Williams Elementary for winning NPR’s 4th Grade Student Podcast Challenge! NPR producers visited her school in January, and her feature was published this week! Ameya is also wrapping up new episodes for her Far From Home podcast series, focusing on the Japanese-American community during WWII. Plus, she’s leading a storytelling workshop for global development professionals at Team4Tech this April! We’re so proud of Ameya for following her passion for storytelling and inspiring others along the way! ? Read Ameya’s feature here: bit.ly/3XqmrSp

Meet Maverick Sy, a remarkable special education teacher at Willow Glen Middle School, who is transforming the learning experience for students on the Autism Spectrum. From creating personalized lesson plans to developing innovative tools like color-coded worksheets and real-time feedback systems, Maverick’s approach is preparing students for success inside and outside the classroom. His unique journey from tech to teaching has shaped a classroom where stability, independence, and individualized support are at the core of every lesson. Read more here: bit.ly/41DqtK0

Team 581, the Blazing Bulldogs, has officially unveiled their 2025 competition robot, and we couldn't be prouder! After three months of intense work, the media team is thrilled to showcase all the effort the students have put in to make this moment possible. Ranked among the top 50 teams in the world, the Blazing Bulldogs are gearing up for their first competition of the season at the Pinnacles Regional Event this weekend at Hollister High School! Not able to make it in person? No problem! You can still cheer them on virtually through the live stream here: https://lnkd.in/g3pqPvge

Team 581, the Blazing Bulldogs, has officially unveiled their 2025 competition robot, and we couldn't be prouder! After three months of intense work, the media team is thrilled to showcase all the effort the students have put in to make this moment possible. Ranked among the top 50 teams in the world, the Blazing Bulldogs are gearing up for their first competition of the season at the Pinnacles Regional Event this weekend at Hollister High School! Not able to make it in person? No problem! You can still cheer them on virtually through the live stream here: https://lnkd.in/g3pqPvge

Schallenberger Elementary 5th graders had an unforgettable adventure at YMCA Camp Campbell! ???? From exploring nature and practicing archery to learning about fascinating creatures, they had an amazing time bonding with friends and discovering the wonders of the outdoors.

Congratulations to our Simonds students who were all smiles as Mrs. Strockis presented them with their reclassification awards! This milestone is a testament to their hard work, perseverance, and commitment to bilingualism. We are so proud of our Cougars for their dedication to language learning and academic success! A huge thank you to our teachers, staff, and families for their support in this journey.