{"id":191598,"date":"2024-11-01T16:35:24","date_gmt":"2024-11-01T23:35:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fremontunified.org\/irvington\/news\/november-2024-superintendent-newsletter\/"},"modified":"2024-11-20T15:12:08","modified_gmt":"2024-11-20T23:12:08","slug":"november-2024-superintendent-newsletter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fremontunified.org\/irvington\/news\/november-2024-superintendent-newsletter\/","title":{"rendered":"November 2024: \ud83d\uddf3 Superintendent’s Newsletter"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n\r\n\t\t

Update 11\/6\/24<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Dear FUSD Families and Community,<\/p>\r\n

I’m always energized by and in awe of the strength of our democracy during election time. I do not doubt that there are mixed emotions today. I hope we all find people who understand us and make room for how we feel.<\/p>\r\n

One election result many of us followed closely was the outcome of Fremont Unified School District’s “Measure M”- the General Obligation Bond that will allow FUSD to update and repair our outdated facilities. I’m humbled to report that as of this morning, with 100% of precincts reporting, Measure M is passing with a nearly 63% majority. While still not officially certified, I celebrate these results.<\/p>\r\n

I want to thank our Board of Education and the FUSD staff for their stewardship in getting us to this point. A big shout out to our partners who supported this effort – FUDTA, CSEA, SEIU, FSMA, Fremont Education Foundation, and FCPTA. Thank you to Fremont voters for believing in us and entrusting us with your hard-earned resources to improve the educational experience for future Fremont generations. Lastly, THANK YOU <\/b>to each and every volunteer for the selfless time, energy, and financial resources you gave to ensure Measure M’s success.<\/p>\r\n

Our team and I are committed to making the Fremont community proud of the investment they have made.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\t

\"Superintendent'sDear Fremont Unified Community,<\/p>\r\n

Happy Autumn.<\/strong>\u00a0My favorite day of every year is Election Day. Very few activities bring me as much joy and pride as fulfilling my civic duty to cast my vote in elections-no matter how consequential. As parents and educators, I believe we have a sacred opportunity to teach our children the power of civic engagement and a\u00a0deep respect for the right and responsibility to vote<\/strong>. If you are eligible to cast your vote this November, I hope you will join me in doing so. In addition to electing individuals who value public education, there are important local and statewide measures on this year’s ballot that directly impact Fremont Unified’s ability to continue to offer a high-quality education.<\/p>\r\n

While I’m energized by Election Day, I’m also mindful of the heightened anxiety and outsized impact this particular election has on our country. As such, I want to remind everyone that the diversity of ideas in our democratic society is a strength.\u00a0We can disagree with one another while also respecting one another<\/strong>; the two are not mutually exclusive. FUSD prioritizes safe and secure campuses and expects everyone to uphold the expectations of respectful and orderly decorum. Should protests occur, FUSD staff are prepared to keep students safe while on campus and following the direction of administration and staff. Parents are encouraged to speak to their older children about their family’s expectations should the election season result in age-appropriate civil disobedience.<\/p>\r\n

I want to share a BIG thank you to the over 400 individuals who provided feedback<\/strong>\u00a0as part of our October Balanced Budget outreach and all those who participated in small group discussions at one of our many events over the last month. All the input will be shared with the Board of Education and is already informing our preparation for the November 20, 2024 Board meeting where trustees will receive the initial budget reduction scenarios for consideration. Board discussion will begin on December 2, 2024 at their special meeting on the budget. Board direction and decision will occur at the January 8, 2025 Board meeting.\u00a0\u00a0I invite you to stay engaged in the process<\/a>.<\/p>\r\nIn partnership,
\r\nSuperintendent Burmeister\r\n

Snapshots from October<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\t\"alt_text\" Grateful for WHS Volunteers
\r\nat Special Olympics\r\n\t\"alt_text\" Science in action
\r\nat the primary grades\r\n\t\"alt_text\" Trying to win a prize
\r\nat Leitch\r\n\t

\"alt_text\"Speaking at Niles Rotary<\/p>\r\n\t

Fremont Unified Recognized as a Leader in Climate Literacy and Action<\/b><\/h3>\r\n

I am proud and excited to share that the California School Boards Association has named Fremont Unified’s Climate Literacy and Environmental Action Network (CLEAN) a 2024 Golden Bell Award Winner<\/a>! The Golden Bell Award promotes excellence in education and school board governance throughout California and was awarded to CLEAN in the Climate Change Innovation category in recognition of its outstanding work in coordinating the implementation of student-initiated Board resolutions on climate matters<\/a>. Since CLEAN was founded in October 2021, Fremont Unified has expanded its environmental leadership and partnerships, increased waste reduction efforts, and launched TK-12 climate literacy and environmental education that informs, educates, and empowers students. This work is a collaborative effort amongst many District departments, with coordination through CLEAN to align efforts. I’d like to particularly acknowledge the work of Instructional Coach Nate Ivy, who is the leader of CLEAN, and the driving force behind the coordinated success of the District’s environmental work.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

Fremont Ranks #3 in the State in National Merit Semifinalists<\/b><\/h3>\r\n

This fall, 101 seniors representing each of Fremont’s five comprehensive high schools were named 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program semifinalists! For the fourth year in a row, the City of Fremont is in the top three California cities in terms of total semifinalists. I am incredibly impressed by the achievement of Fremont Unified students, and this is just one of many indicators that the instruction and support each of our students receives at each of our schools is outstanding. Click here to learn more.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\r\n

FUSD High Schools Receive Advanced Placement Honor Roll\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\r\n

Congratulations to Fremont Unified high schools named to the 2024 AP School Honor Roll<\/a>! This College Board program recognizes schools with Advanced Placement programs that increase college-going culture, provide opportunities for students to earn college credit, and maximize college readiness. The AP School Honor Roll offers four levels of distinction: Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum.<\/p>\r\n