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About Us
Folleto español, Feye Kreyol Ayisién, tờ rơi tiếng việt, نشرة عربية, داری فلایر, 中文傳單
پښتو الوتونکی, Русский флаер, Український флаєр
WELCOME BACK! SDUSD's Newcomer Welcome Centers are spaces where students and families who recently immigrated to the U.S can learn about the district's resources, programs, and opportunities while sharing their unique backgrounds, cultures, and aspirations. We are located at Hoover High, San Diego High, Mira Mesa High, Lincoln High, and Crawford High and are also available to travel to different schools across the district to support families. Please contact us at welcome@sandi.net or 619-366-5770 with any questions.
Our services are specifically designed to assist immigrant and refugee families as they adjust to life in the U.S. We offer a range of support, including:
Essential Supplies: School supplies, hygiene kits, shoes, and bus passes
Educational Guidance: Orientation to U.S. education, academic counseling, ESL classes for parents, and mental health resources
Technology Access: Hotspots for internet connectivity, navigating online platforms for school
Community Connections: Referrals to organizations providing housing, jobs, healthcare, legal advice, and food assistance
Language Support: Translation and interpretation services are available to ensure effective communication
Newcomer Student Leadership Conference
Newcomer Student Leadership Conference
Save the Date!
Save the Date!
May 2, 2026
May 2, 2026
9:00-12:30
9:00-12:30
Hoover High School
Hoover High School
Join us for our first annual Newcomer Student Leadership Conference where there will be workshops, a resource fair, and prizes for students in grades 6-12 and their families. Light breakfast and lunch will be served. You may register now using the QR code linked on the flyers below, select your language of choice:
Refugee Work Readiness Exchange
Refugee Work Readiness Exchange
This is a self-paced e-learning course to learn eight essential “soft skills” that will help new arrivals be more successful in finding a job and moving up the career ladder! Participants can use this engaging, mobile-friendly course to practice skills like confidence, stress management, cross-cultural communication, and conflict resolution.
Fast facts:
Available in Haitian Creole, English, Arabic, and Dari.
FREE for participants, AND you will receive a $50 gift card and certificate of completion (great resume builder!)
Run time: about 4 hours. You can start, stop, and save your progress as needed
If you need help with a data card or a place to access the course let me know!
Sign up through the link below based on your language preference!
City College Tours
City College Tours
Newcomer Seniors attending Lincoln, Morse, San Diego, Hoover and Crawford High School will be invited to attend one of our upcoming College Tours at City College located at 1313 Park Blvd. San Diego, CA 92102. If your child is a senior and is attending one of those schools please be on the lookout for a parent permission slip to sign and return to ensure your child will be able to participate.
Lincoln High School
Lincoln High School
March 17, 2026
12:30pm -3:00pm
Morse & San Diego High Schools
Morse & San Diego High Schools
March 20, 2026
8:30am - 11:00am
Upcoming Tours scheduled for:
Crawford High School - April 16th 9:00am-1:00pm
Hoover High School - April 21st 12:30pm - 3:00pm
FAFSA/CADAA
FAFSA/CADAA
The 2026-2027 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) and the CA Dream Act Application (CADAA) are open! Students in 12th grade (Seniors) can now begin applying for financial aid to help pay for college. If you need help creating an account and submitting an application, contact us at welcome@sandi.net or call us at (619) 366-5770 or (619) 559-5998 to have one of our team members help.
Free Virtual Clinic
Free Virtual Clinic
Community Law Project Legal Clinic to be held virtually
Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
INTAKES WILL BE DONE BY APPOINTMENT. Appointments are limited.
Interested participants should sign up soon to increase their chances of
obtaining an appointment slot. Contact CLP at 619-780-7498 for more
information.
Interested participants must call 619-780-7498 to be considered for placement.
Leaving a message indicating interest in this clinic does NOT guarantee placement. Interested participants will receive a call back confirming placement.
Attendees must have access to and be able to log into Zoom to be able to participate in legal clinic.
Spanish speaking interpreters will be available.
2026
2026
Scholarship
Scholarship
Opportunity
Opportunity
Scan the QR code to apply for a chance to be awarded up to $2,000 in scholarships. Open to male-identifying students from underrepresented racial/ethnic groups in San Diego County. For mor information email: scholarship@sandiegoalphas.com.
Deadline to apply is March 29, 2026
Free Tax Prep Service
Free Tax Prep Service
Somali Bantu Association of America (SBAOA) is offering free assistance to individuals who need help preparing their own taxes.
SBAOA is offering 50 FREE tax return services to qualifying individuals,
including those earning $67,000 or less, persons with disabilities, 60 years of
age and older, and limited English-speaking taxpayers.
Service dates
Feb 16, 2026 - April 15, 2026
Monday through Friday
12:00pm - 4:00pm
Contact: (619) 935-9736 for more information.
ONLINE ENROLLMENT FOR THE 2026–2027 SCHOOL YEAR OPEN
New Student Enrollment
New Student Enrollment
This platform is for new student enrollments, which includes:
Transitional Kindergarten (TK) registration
Enrollment for new students in neighborhood K-12 schools
Re-enrollment for students who are returning to the district from a different school system (charter, private, homeschool, or out of state, etc.)
Enrollment for new students offered and accepting seats through School Choice
Enrollment for new out-of-district families accepted via School Choice
Do not use this platform if your child is currently enrolled in SDUSD in grades TK–11.
Parents of currently enrolled students will complete re-registration for the 2026–27 school year using ParentPortal. If you don't currently have a ParentPortal account, please click on the link or contact your school for assistance.
For more information, visit the Neighborhood Schools and Enrollment Options website
Key Highlights:
Paid internship
5 weeks / 82 hours total
Student may elect to receive NON-WEIGHTED ELECTIVE HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT(S)
Open to SDUSD high school students (age 16 by June 10, 2026)
Application opens: Friday, January 30th, 2026 at 8:00 AM PST
Application deadline: Friday, March 13th, 2026 at 5:00 PM PST
Internship dates: June 1st, 2026 – July 2nd, 2026
2026 Summer Paid Leadership Internship Program
2026 Summer Paid Leadership Internship Program
The Extended Learning Opportunities Department is excited to share information about the 2026 Summer Paid Leadership Internship Program in partnership with CCTE, Teach Lead, FranklinCovey Education, and Leader in Me.
This 5-week, paid summer internship is open to currently enrolled SDUSD high school students who are 16 years old or older and interested in leadership, education, and career exploration. The program provides hands-on experience working with elementary students, professional development, and leadership training.
To learn more about the program please reference this historical video and 2025 Teach Lead In Review.
Students can apply directly using the application link or scanning the QR code on the flyer. Selected applicants may be invited to interview, with final decisions announced by March 27, 2026.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Johana Chavez at jchavez1@sandi.net.
Newcomer Welcome Center Feedback
Newcomer Welcome Center Feedback
Have you visited one of our five Newcomer Welcome Centers or have we come to your school site to meet with you? If so, we would like to gather your feedback on the supports and services that were provided.
Please take a few minutes to respond to our brief feedback survey. Your responses will help us improve the experiences for our newcomer students and their families.
The Newcomer Welcome Center is committed to compassionately guiding students and families in their educational journeys and connecting them to people, programs, and resources necessary for lifelong success. We strive to ensure that everyone feels a deep sense of belonging, develops the skills and confidence to achieve personal fulfillment, and is empowered to contribute to the vibrancy of our community.
Upcoming Holidays & School Breaks
Upcoming Holidays & School Breaks
Mar 30 - April 3 Spring Break - Schools Closed
May 25 Memorial Day - Schools Closed
May 28 Last Day of School
June 4 - July 2 Summer School
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