Stockton Unified School District

Welcome to the 2025–2026 school year!

SUSD continues to prioritize nurturing relationships and creating meaningful, rich opportunities to grow and learn with students, families, and staff. Built on joy, trust, and belief in our collective commitment, this year, our theme is Rising Stronger Together. We have inspiring growth, are achieving excellence, and are embracing change.

We believe that every person in our educational ecosystem—students, families, staff, and the community—contributes to developing vibrant, confident students on the pathway to fulfilling their individual aspirations. Alongside dedicated staff, community partners, and families, we have mobilized and will continue efforts to bridge the gap between our collective vision for the future and the implementation of equitable, culturally and linguistically relevant learning.

Our commitment remains focused on the Whole Child, Whole Family, and Whole Community while preparing all students for college, career, and life.

Highlights of our systemic transformation efforts include:

• Highest graduation rate in the history of SUSD and a 10% decrease in chronic absenteeism
• Expansion of Community Schools to all 55 SUSD sites
• Investment in safety: visitor systems, entry access control, and security cameras
• Enhanced curriculum: CTE, VAPA, and Ethnic Studies
• Upgraded facilities using ESSER III and bond funding
• Expanded support staff: mental health clinicians, BCBAs, CSMs, intervention teachers
• Launch of ParentSquare to enhance communication

We pledge to collaborate with all stakeholders, listen actively, and innovate to accelerate student success. Together, we are Rising Stronger Together: Inspiring Growth, Achieving Excellence, Embracing Change.

Thank you,

Dr. Michelle Rodriguez
Superintendent of Schools