Several individuals and organizations who are leaders in the educational community were recently honored by the San Diego County Office of Education’s Lighthouse Awards during a virtual 2021 Equity Conference. The awards honor those who are “beacons” leading others to increase diversity, equity and inclusion. Luis Lopez, Sweetwater District Equity & Culture Curriculum Teacher on Special Assignment was honored as one of the Lighthouse Awards … Continue reading Lighthouse Awards Honors Sweetwater District Equity & Culture Teacher Luis Lopez

The Sweetwater District has expanded educational opportunities during the 2020/21 school year to accommodate the growing needs of students and families. Launch Academy is an innovative program designed to serve students who benefit from a customized virtual education solution. The new program provides participating students with the flexibility to complete all of their coursework outside of the traditional school building with the unique opportunity to … Continue reading SUHSD Launches First Virtual Education Program in the South Bay

In an effort to provide support to parents in the South Region of San Diego County, the Sweetwater Union High School District and Community Outreach at UC San Diego Extension are offering “Parent University”, a certification program made up of a series of free workshops for parents and caregivers focused on navigating the challenges of learning at home during the COVID-19 Pandemic. With more than … Continue reading Sweetwater District Partners with UCSD Extension Offering Series of Workshops for Parents

Q&A with the Experts – Christian Moreno – EastLake Middle School How many years have you worked in education? I am currently in my sixth year of teaching. How many years with the Sweetwater District? I have spent my entire career teaching in the SUHSD. It’s amazing to teach in the district I went to school in. What subject area do you teach? I teach … Continue reading Back to School During A Pandemic: Q&A with SUHSD Teacher Christian Moreno

Q&A with the Experts – Amanda Stroberg – Eastlake High School How many years have you worked in education? This is my 22nd year in education and I have a multiple subject, single subject, and preliminary services administrative credential. How many years with the Sweetwater District? This is my 14th year in the district. What subject area do you teach? I am a Biology teacher … Continue reading Back to School During A Pandemic: Q&A with SUHSD Teacher Amanda Stroberg

Free Career Technical Education Courses Offered at Four Locations In an effort to provide assistance to adult learners in the South Region of San Diego County, the Sweetwater Union High School District, Adult Education Division has launched Free Career Technical Education courses to provide aid for students and communities in need during the COVID-19 Pandemic. “During these unprecedented times, it is our priority to help … Continue reading Sweetwater District Adult Education Program Offers Free Classes for 2020-21 School Year