El Centro Jr./Sr. High School

May is National Bicycle Safety Month

The Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE) is encouraging everyone to be alert to keep bicyclists safe. With the arrival of warmer weather, more people are biking for commuting, exercise or recreation, making it essential for all people to look out for one another and save lives.

“Bicycling is a great means of transportation and recreation, and everyone deserves to ride to their destination safely,” Project Specialist Michelle Daggett said. “Whether you are behind the wheel or on two wheels, we all share the responsibility to move safely on our roads .”

7 local middle schools, in partnership with Club Live, will be conducting bike safety activities including showing student created Public Service announcements and distributing bike lights, reflectors and glow in the dark bracelets.

SCOE suggests the following safety tips for bicyclists and drivers:

Drivers

- Slow down and follow the speed limit. Be careful traveling through intersections.
- Look carefully for bicyclists and pedestrians before making a turn or opening a car door near streets or bike paths.
- Be patient when traveling behind a bicyclist and give them space when passing. California law requires drivers to change a lane, when possible, to pass bicyclists and always pass with at least 3 feet of space.
- Never drive distracted or impaired.

Bike Riders

- Use lights at night.
- Although not required for riders 18 and older, always wear a properly secured helmet. Helmets significantly reduce the chance of a head injury in the event of a crash.
- Bicyclists must travel in the same direction of traffic and have the same requirements as any slow-moving vehicle.
- Yield to pedestrians, just as a driver would. Pedestrians have the right-of-way within marked or unmarked crosswalks at intersections.
Funding for this program is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Learn more at https://www.scoe.net/media/library/2025/05/15bike_safety_release/

Groundbreaking Education Options Transform Student Lives—System-Involved Youth Find Hope and Build a Pathway to Success
https://www.scoe.net/news/library/2024/11/06jcc_education_opportunities/

Happy Week of the School Administrator!

This week, we recognize the hardworking and dedicated school administrators who lead with vision, compassion, and commitment. From creating a positive school culture to supporting students, teachers, and families, their efforts shape the foundation of our schools and empower success!

Let’s take a moment to thank our incredible administrators for their tireless work behind the scenes. You are the heart of our schools, and we appreciate everything you do to make a difference every single day!

Help Shape Local Child Care Services By Taking a Survey—The Sacramento County Local Child Care and Development Planning Council is conducting an anonymous survey of parents/guardians and child care providers of children between 0–12 years of age. Insights will help guide policy and funding decisions. Surveys are available in seven languages. Please help spread the word about the survey. Every voice matters!
https://www.scoe.net/news/library/2024/09/20lpc_survey/

🚍🌟 Big News! 🌟🚍

The RydeFreeRT program is here to help our students get to school and activities with ease! Thanks to Councilmember Jay Schenirer, new transit cards for the 2024-2025 school year are being distributed now. Valid from June 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, for grades TK-12. 🎓🗓️

Don’t have a card yet? Visit Sacramento Regional Transit District's Customer Service and Sales Center at 1225 R Street or any Sacramento Public Library. 📍🆔

Youth exiting El Centro can also receive a school ID and SacRT card to help them return to their District school. 🎒🚍

Youth experiencing homelessness or in foster programs can join too, no matter where they live. 🤝🏠

Note: The program isn’t available for those over 18 pursuing their GED. 🎓🚫

Let’s make public transit a breeze and boost our community! 🌍✨

📚🎉 **Back to School at El Centro!** 🎉📚

As we wrap up the summer semester here at El Centro, we want to extend a big thank you to all our students and staff for their dedication and hard work. Our summer session officially concluded Friday, August 16, 2024.

Looking ahead, we’re excited to kick off the 2024-2025 Fall semester which started on Monday, August 19, 2024! This new academic year promises fresh opportunities for learning, growth, and success.

Whether you're returning or joining us for the first time, we’re here to support you on your educational journey. Stay tuned for more updates and let’s make this school year one to remember!

Here’s to a fantastic start to the new semester! 🎓✨

As always if you need to reach the School Office, please call 916-228-2525.

For questions about student records, email [email protected].

Check out our latest summer edition of our Eagle Eye Newsletter!

July Issue - El Centro Eagle Eye Check out this Real Estate Flyer designed by Kelly Kulikowski.

Cat's out of the bag! 🐱🎨

Last month we teased you with some exciting news, and now we’re thrilled to share a partial final portion of the product! The visual art students at El Centro Jr./Sr. High School have been hard at work designing a mural for the Culinary class.

Under the guidance of resident teaching artist Milton 510, the students brainstormed and discussed concepts during their art class. The chosen theme, "farm to fork," connects directly to the school’s plans to start a garden and future projects like a potential food truck. This theme reflects the practical experiences of the culinary students and aims to provide them with a tangible connection to their coursework.

The mural, encapsulated by the catchphrase "recipe for success," is interactive and meaningful. Students are contributing their versions of the ingredients for success, making the mural a collaborative masterpiece.

But this is more than just a decorative piece. It's a functional mural designed to motivate and engage students. With its vibrant colors and motivational words, it serves as a catalyst to keep students focused and on task during class. 🌟

A big thanks to Milton 510 and our Arts Integration staff with Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE), along with our partners with Sacramento County Probation Department in helping making this vision come to life.

We can't wait to start cooking with our students in this space!

We’re Hiring! Visit our table at the California Capital Evening Air Show this weekend July 13 & 14 at Mather Airfield. Team SCOE is hiring skilled professionals who care about our schools. Whether you're an educator or you want to join our support staff, your dedication to education plays an essential role in student success. Link to all open positions:
https://ow.ly/AC4050SzGKO

We’re Hiring! Visit our table at the California Capital Evening Air Show this weekend July 13 & 14 at Mather Airfield. Team SCOE is hiring skilled professionals who care about our schools. Whether you're an educator or you want to join our support staff, your dedication to education plays an essential role in student success. Link to all open positions:

https://ow.ly/AC4050SzGKO

🚌🌞 Stay Cool in Sacramento County! 🌞🚌

As temperatures rise, it's important to stay cool and hydrated! Sacramento Regional Transit District is here to help with convenient routes to cooling stations across the county. Whether you're heading to work, running errands, or just exploring, you can beat the heat with ease.

Find your nearest cooling station and plan your trip today! Stay safe and cool, Sacramento! 😎

Cooling Center Info! Screenshot this flyer for free RT fare to the listed locations.

While everyone else is out enjoying their weekend, our amazing librarian, Ms. Stories, is busy packing and shipping boxes 📦 of books 📚 to our enthusiastic readers at El Centro Jr./Sr. High School with Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE). A huge shoutout to the American Library Association for hosting an incredible, knowledge-packed conference in sunny San Diego! Ms. Stories, your passion for learning has truly inspired our El Centro Eagles! 🦅

Sacramento County Probation Department get ready for some new additions to our wonderful on-site library! 📚