Handing out textbooks at Gunn High School before the first day of school in 2020.
Student Achievement
Ensure student success is the norm, regardless of demographic or background.
Implement the strategic plan for equity and excellence.
Continue to expand diverse pathways through internships, dual enrollment, and industry certifications.
Participating in the “Breath With Me” meditation/art installation at Bol Park, hosted by PAUSD staff, students, and parents.
Mental Health and Wellness
Foster a supportive environment in which students’ connections to their peers, teachers, and community empower them to thrive.
Use the $16 million mental health budget allocation to build a comprehensive in-house system of psychologists, counselors, peer groups, and other supports.
Expand social-emotional learning programs across all grades.
Shounak speaking in defense of his motion to enable Zoom participation at public meetings.
Good Governance
Lower barriers to access for public participation, ensure legal protections for all students and employees, and dedicate our dollars to initiatives that best serve students.
Expand virtual participation in public meetings.
Continue building a proactive culture of compliance through the general counsel’s office.
Maintain the balanced budget while prioritizing spending on services that benefit students.
Concept mock-up of a redesigned Cubberley from the 2019 Master Plan.
Community Unity
Build a stronger network of partners to best support our students.
Work with the City to reach an agreement on Cubberley that enables the City to best utilize the space for community benefit while retaining some space for future PAUSD use.
Continue working with the City to identify shared interests for joint collaboration.
Reach community partners by prioritizing community service and civic engagement.