Santa Barbara Unified School District

As we close out another incredible school year, we want to take a moment to recognize and celebrate the students who helped shape the future of Santa Barbara Unified.

A heartfelt thank you to our Student Advisory Council for their leadership, insight, and commitment to ensuring student voices were heard throughout the year. Their ideas, perspectives, and dedication have helped inform important conversations and decisions across our District.

We are especially grateful to outgoing Student Board Member Carlos Vazquez Taft, whose leadership, passion, and advocacy have left a lasting impact on our schools and community. Carlos helped create meaningful opportunities for students to engage in district leadership and exemplified what it means to lead with purpose and service.

To Carlos and every member of the Student Advisory Council: thank you for your time, your courage to speak up, and your commitment to making Santa Barbara Unified stronger for all students. We are proud of what you've accomplished and excited to see what comes next.

Please join us in thanking and congratulating these outstanding student leaders! 👏🎉

While school is out, Santa Barbara Unified is making sure our community stays fueled for a bright, healthy season! 🍎🥦

Starting this June, we are offering FREE summer meals for all kids and teens 18 and younger. No registration or cost is required—just stop by any of our 11 locations!

📍 2026 Summer Meal Locations & Schedules:
Franklin Elementary (6/15 – 8/7): Breakfast 8:00-9:30 AM | Lunch 11:30 AM-1:30 PM
La Cuesta (6/15 – 7/2): Breakfast 8:15-8:30 AM | Lunch 11:30 AM-12:00 PM
SMHS (6/15 – 7/17): Breakfast 8:00-8:30 AM | Lunch 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
SBHS (6/15 – 7/2): Breakfast 8:00-8:30 AM | Lunch 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
Oak Park (6/15 – 8/7): Lunch Only 11:30 AM-1:30 PM
Ortega Park (6/15 – 8/7): Lunch Only 1:00-2:00 PM
Santa Barbara Public Library (6/15 – 8/7): Lunch Only 12:00-1:00 PM
Cleveland Elementary (6/22 – 7/31): Breakfast 8:00-9:00 AM | Lunch 12:00-1:00 PM Harding Elementary (6/22 – 7/31): Breakfast 8:00-9:00 AM | Lunch 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
Monroe Elementary (6/22 – 7/31): Breakfast 8:00-8:30 AM | Lunch 12:00-1:00 PM
La Cumbre (6/22 – 7/17): Breakfast 8:00-8:30 AM | Lunch 12:30-1:00 PM ⚠️

Reminder: All sites will be CLOSED on June 19th and July 3rd. All meals must be enjoyed on-site. Adult meals are available for purchase ($4.25 breakfast / $6.50 lunch).

Have questions? Call Food Services at 805-963-4338 ext. 6387. Have a wonderful, healthy summer!

Still smiling about the Class of 2026 Junior High promotions! 🎓

Sharing a few extra, unseen moments from the big day because our students (and our community) shine so bright. A special thank you to everyone who pitched in and supported us behind the scenes to make it all happen. We couldn't do it without you! 🙌✨

Congratulations to Harding University Partnership School students for their outstanding achievements in the Homies Art Contest! 🎨

Daniel Mendoza Neri earned 2nd Place, while Nicole Soloman Alva and Katherine Garcia received 3rd Place for their collaborative artwork. Aldo Hernandez was recognized with an Honorable Mention award.

These young artists represent the creativity, imagination, and artistic excellence fostered through SBUSD's visual arts programs. We are proud of their accomplishments and grateful to our dedicated arts educators who help students find their voice through art.

📢 Important Summer Updates for SB Unified Student iPads! 📢

As part of our Tech with Intent initiative, Santa Barbara Unified is introducing two key changes to student devices and Google accounts to support digital safety and encourage a healthy balance of screen-free time this summer.

🗓️ 1. Google & YouTube Changes Several Google services, including YouTube, were disabled on secondary student accounts (Grades 7–12). (Approved classroom videos will still be viewable through Canvas!)

💻 2. Summer iPad Policies by Grade:
Grades K–7: iPads stay at school sites for the summer. (Rising 8th-graders are getting a brand-new, on-device content filter installed!)
Grade 8 (Rising 9th-graders): iPads will be automatically disabled for the summer to promote screen-free time (exemptions apply for PEAC & SBCC students).
Grades 9–11: iPads stay home, but families can opt-in to have the device disabled for the summer.

🔄 All devices will be automatically turned back on by the start of the next school year.

❓ Need your rising 9th-grader's iPad turned back on for summer learning, or want to opt-in for a high school shutdown? Fill out our online form at www.sbunified.org, visit your high school, or contact the ETS Helpdesk at (805) 963-4338 ext. 4357 / 720 Santa Barbara Street.

Thank you for your flexibility as we work to create a safer, more intentional digital environment for our students! ☀️✨

☀️ Happy first day of summer! ☀️

While school is out, Santa Barbara Unified is making sure our community stays fueled for a bright, healthy season! 🍎🥦

Starting this June, we are offering FREE summer meals for all kids and teens 18 and younger. No registration or cost is required—just stop by any of our 11 locations!

📍 2026 Summer Meal Locations & Schedules:
Franklin Elementary (6/15 – 8/7): Breakfast 8:00-9:30 AM | Lunch 11:30 AM-1:30 PM
La Cuesta (6/15 – 7/2): Breakfast 8:15-8:30 AM | Lunch 11:30 AM-12:00 PM
SMHS (6/15 – 7/17): Breakfast 8:00-8:30 AM | Lunch 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
SBHS (6/15 – 7/2): Breakfast 8:00-8:30 AM | Lunch 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
Oak Park (6/15 – 8/7): Lunch Only 11:30 AM-1:30 PM
Ortega Park (6/15 – 8/7): Lunch Only 1:00-2:00 PM
Santa Barbara Public Library (6/15 – 8/7): Lunch Only 12:00-1:00 PM
Cleveland Elementary (6/22 – 7/31): Breakfast 8:00-9:00 AM | Lunch 12:00-1:00 PM Harding Elementary (6/22 – 7/31): Breakfast 8:00-9:00 AM | Lunch 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
Monroe Elementary (6/22 – 7/31): Breakfast 8:00-8:30 AM | Lunch 12:00-1:00 PM
La Cumbre (6/22 – 7/17): Breakfast 8:00-8:30 AM | Lunch 12:30-1:00 PM ⚠️

Reminder: All sites will be CLOSED on June 19th and July 3rd. All meals must be enjoyed on-site. Adult meals are available for purchase ($4.25 breakfast / $6.50 lunch).

Have questions? Call Food Services at 805-963-4338 ext. 6387. Have a wonderful, healthy summer!

Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

Today, 1,454 students walked across the stage, moved their tassels, and officially graduated from Alta Vista, La Cuesta, San Marcos, Dos Pueblos, and Santa Barbara High Schools. Whether at the Sunken Gardens or our school stadiums, the support from our community was incredible.

You are not just graduating; you have made a big impact on our district. Here are some of your accomplishments:

🗣️ 241 Seal of Biliteracy recipients
📜 700 Golden State Seal Merit Diplomas
🛠️ 736 CTE Pathway Completers

To our graduates, your resilience inspires everyone. Thank you to the families, teachers, and staff who supported you throughout your journey. This achievement is yours as well.

Class of 2026, we are so proud of you. Go out and make a difference in the world!

🎉 Celebrating the Class of 2030! 🎉

Huge congratulations to all of our incredible 8th graders promoting this week from Goleta Valley, La Colina, La Cumbre, and Santa Barbara Junior High Schools! 🎓✨

You’ve worked hard, supported one another, and made our SB Unified community so proud. Now, your next big adventure awaits. Get ready to bring that same energy, curiosity, and passion to high school next year! 🚀

Parents, families, and staff, thank you for guiding and cheering on these amazing students every step of the way.

Big smiles and bright futures!

Today, our team hit the road to celebrate our elementary school students as they mark a massive milestone: 6th Grade Promotion Day!

To all of our promoting elementary students across all of our SB Unified schools: We are so incredibly proud of your hard work, your resilience, and the joy you bring to our community.

Next stop: Junior High! 🎒 Keep shining, updates to come as we continue celebrating our promotion season! 💛💙