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Schools report events, new electives and farm-to-school partnerships
Summary
Principals reported a range of student activities and partnerships: Talent Maker City elective (woodworking), increased PTRA enrollment (+23%), family engagement nights, locally sourced menu items through Sodexo, and the upcoming Future Chef event on March 19.
School and program leaders used the board meeting to highlight student-facing programs and community partnerships. PTRA Principal Aaron Santi said the Talent Maker City elective began with a small, capped woodworking unit and that PTRA enrollment rose 23% over three weeks; he noted the district covers the elective's cost to promote equitable access.
Sodexo Executive Chef Ryan Sweet described new local procurement partnerships (including Marvin Gardens for ground beef and Pacific Seafood and Intergalactic Acres for other products) and promoted a Beet & Apple Salad elementary launch on Feb. 19 and the Future Chef event on March 19. Principals also publicized family events (PES Love of Learning on Feb. 12; TES Love of Learning on Feb. 11) and district early-learning attendance goals tied to Preschool Promise (80% attendance requirement).
Board Director Rebecca Weathers and other members acknowledged positive student engagement; staff encouraged public participation in events and volunteer judging for Future Chef.
