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Principal's Message

  • Dear Students and Families,

    I am excited to welcome you to Jefferson Elementary! Together, we are building a community where every child feels safe, valued, and inspired to reach their full potential.
     
    At Jefferson, we believe in supporting every learner and celebrating the unique strengths that each student brings. Our school offers a variety of programs to meet the needs of all students:
    • Dual Language Program – Students work toward becoming bilingual and biliterate by developing strong skills in both English and Spanish. They build a solid foundation in academic language while mastering grade-level content in both languages, preparing them to thrive across cultures and contexts.
    • Structured English Immersion Program – Students build a strong foundation in academic English while mastering grade-level content, with the goal of full proficiency in English.
    • Special Education Programs – We are proud to offer both full inclusion and full-day Special Education classes, ensuring that students receive individualized support while participating in a welcoming, inclusive learning environment.
     
    At Jefferson, we uphold our ROAR values: Respect, Optimism, Attentiveness, and Responsibility as the foundation for how we learn, work, and treat one another.
     
    This year, we are continuing to strengthen programs that support both academic achievement and student well-being. Students will benefit from engaging literacy practices, extended writing opportunities, hands-on science, and enrichment like robotics, E360 recess, and the Expanded Learning Program. We remain committed to supporting English Learners, providing targeted interventions, and fostering social-emotional wellness. We are also building rigor through Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) signature practices, giving all students opportunities to think critically, problem-solve, and engage in deeper learning. These experiences prepare our students not only for success in school, but also to grow into compassionate, capable, and confident future leaders.
     
    Families are an important part of our success. We encourage you to stay engaged through parent meetings, School Site Council, PTO, and the many opportunities we’ll share throughout the year.
     
    We look forward to a school year filled with growth, learning, and joy. Welcome to Jefferson—where every student belongs, every student can shine, and every student is a leader in the making!
     
    With gratitude and excitement,
     
    Betsy Martinez
    Principal, Jefferson Elementary
    betsy.martinez@sausd.us

    For additional support, please contact:

    • Follow us on Instagram & Facebook @sausd.jefferson or linktr.ee/sausd.jefferson 
    • Our office hours are from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday-Friday
    • To report an absence, call our attendance line at 714-285-3710
    • Call or text our family resource line at 657-253-0796 or email irlanda.tapia@sausd.us 
    • Call Pre-School Community Worker at 714-569-9782 or by email at eceinfo@sausd.us or visit ECE website www.sausd.us/ece

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