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Welcome to Encina High School!
Home of the Bulldogs
Welcome to Encina High School!
Home of the Bulldogs
Welcome to Encina High School!
Home of the Bulldogs
Welcome to Encina High School!
Home of the Bulldogs
Welcome to Encina High School!
Home of the Bulldogs
Encina's Campus Modernization is Underway!
A campus modernization is underway at Encina High School, which includes interior renovations of all classrooms and modernization of the cafeteria, administrative building, locker rooms and library. Existing classroom buildings O and Q will be demolished to make room for new science classrooms.
Encina Staff 2025-26
Encina staff members are ready for a SUPER school year!
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![Tradition and honor: Day of the Dead celebrations take over Encina and Mira Loma]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762373305/sanjuanedu/pyjnur6mvg4oocuzwbxm/DiaDeLosMuertosHighlight.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762373305/sanjuanedu/pyjnur6mvg4oocuzwbxm/DiaDeLosMuertosHighlight.png","width":512}])
From Oct. 30 through Nov. 3, Encina High School and Mira Loma High School hosted their annual Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebrations.
![Board Briefs: Oct. 28, 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1691596686/sanjuanedu/fiksovrdccpfo2htrnam/BoardBriefsnewsitemimage.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1691596686/sanjuanedu/fiksovrdccpfo2htrnam/BoardBriefsnewsitemimage.png","width":512}])
Check here for highlights from the latest board meeting on Oct. 28.
![Creating spaces: San Juan Unified’s Black Student Unions build a ‘Community of Belonging’]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761000056/sanjuanedu/paykwqnzeifa2bfh9x3i/BSUKickOffandLeadershipSummitthumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761000056/sanjuanedu/paykwqnzeifa2bfh9x3i/BSUKickOffandLeadershipSummitthumbnail.png","width":512}])
Students across the district’s K-8, middle and high schools were invited to attend the event organized in partnership with Black Students of California United (BSCU).
![Superintendent leadership update - Oct. 15, 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726073489/sanjuanedu/zy9ofd0ymeagpawfthuj/Updategraphic.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726073489/sanjuanedu/zy9ofd0ymeagpawfthuj/Updategraphic.png","width":512}])
San Juan Unified School District Superintendent Melissa Bassanelli recently received a medical diagnosis that requires her to take a medical leave of absence. During her absence, Chief of Staff Trent Allen will serve as the primary point of contact.
Check here for updates from the latest board meeting on Oct. 14.
![Magic Student: San Juan Unified launches student-facing generative AI tool]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1759531763/sanjuanedu/xm8mmazdcgwoxa7g9bjd/aithumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1759531763/sanjuanedu/xm8mmazdcgwoxa7g9bjd/aithumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1759531763/sanjuanedu/xm8mmazdcgwoxa7g9bjd/aithumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1759531763/sanjuanedu/xm8mmazdcgwoxa7g9bjd/aithumbnail.png","width":1080}])
During the 2024-25 school year, select San Juan Unified School District teachers and students participated in a program to evaluate two generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools for students. As a result of the evaluation of these tools, San Juan Unified has purchased a license for Magic Student for grades 2 and above.
![Share your voice on instructional materials]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1696961772/sanjuanedu/q7bmejpdl4bzqgi2g9hg/CurriculumAdoptioninput.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1696961772/sanjuanedu/q7bmejpdl4bzqgi2g9hg/CurriculumAdoptioninput.png","width":512}])
San Juan Unified is seeking student, family and staff input on proposed instructional materials now through Dec. 17.
Check here for highlights from the latest board meeting on Sept. 23.
Upcoming Events
![San Juan Unified's 2024-29 Strategic Plan]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731012231/sanjuanedu/uw3zwrqzsjv6ekfnfp3i/GrowingTogetherShowcaseGraphic.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731012231/sanjuanedu/uw3zwrqzsjv6ekfnfp3i/GrowingTogetherShowcaseGraphic.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1731012231/sanjuanedu/uw3zwrqzsjv6ekfnfp3i/GrowingTogetherShowcaseGraphic.png","width":800}])
Access San Juan Unified's 2024-29 Strategic Plan.
![Commitment to Equity]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1688334333/sanjuanedu/wr9vrwhhp5qgeqybf0j8/TKstudentandteacher.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1688334333/sanjuanedu/wr9vrwhhp5qgeqybf0j8/TKstudentandteacher.png","width":512}])
San Juan Unified uses an equity lens to target and eliminate barriers for all students.
![Find a Career at San Juan Unified]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1688355379/sanjuanedu/t4smum4rrgv6l4o9x7ya/Busdriver.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1688355379/sanjuanedu/t4smum4rrgv6l4o9x7ya/Busdriver.png","width":512}])
If you want to be a part of a diverse school district committed to ensuring each student's success - we want to meet you.
![Your Facilities Bond Tax Dollars at Work]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1680814556/sanjuanedu/embt8qkf4ctx0p805jbh/017028_INT014_HI.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1680814556/sanjuanedu/embt8qkf4ctx0p805jbh/017028_INT014_HI.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1680814556/sanjuanedu/embt8qkf4ctx0p805jbh/017028_INT014_HI.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1680814556/sanjuanedu/embt8qkf4ctx0p805jbh/017028_INT014_HI.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1680814556/sanjuanedu/embt8qkf4ctx0p805jbh/017028_INT014_HI.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1680814556/sanjuanedu/embt8qkf4ctx0p805jbh/017028_INT014_HI.jpg","width":2200}])
San Juan Unified School District is invested in providing 21st-century learning opportunities for all students.
![Support Our Schools Through the San Juan Education Foundation]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1680812300/sanjuanedu/k3jlsynybqoqop0z2uc0/IMG_9642.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1680812300/sanjuanedu/k3jlsynybqoqop0z2uc0/IMG_9642.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1680812300/sanjuanedu/k3jlsynybqoqop0z2uc0/IMG_9642.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1680812300/sanjuanedu/k3jlsynybqoqop0z2uc0/IMG_9642.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1680812300/sanjuanedu/k3jlsynybqoqop0z2uc0/IMG_9642.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1680812300/sanjuanedu/k3jlsynybqoqop0z2uc0/IMG_9642.jpg","width":2200}])
The San Juan Education Foundation supports and advances excellent education for all students in San Juan Unified.
![Learn About Curriculum]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1685478582/sanjuanedu/nqqhiprtm6ufx1xmuxjv/Stackofbooks.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1685478582/sanjuanedu/nqqhiprtm6ufx1xmuxjv/Stackofbooks.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1685478582/sanjuanedu/nqqhiprtm6ufx1xmuxjv/Stackofbooks.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1685478582/sanjuanedu/nqqhiprtm6ufx1xmuxjv/Stackofbooks.png","width":1080}])
Learn about curriculum and instructional materials adoption throughout the district.