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SRCS Updates (Feb.): News from around the District for our SRCS Community

Posted Date: 2/26/25 (10:05 PM)
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Board Appoints Dr. Wing Keung Jason Lau for Vacant Seat

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Wing Keung Jason Lau was appointed to the SRCS Board of Education on Feb. 14, filling the vacant seat for Trustee Area 2. (Pictured right being sworn into office by San Rafael City Clerk Lindsay Lara)

Dr. Lau has over 20 years of extensive teaching and administrative experience in higher education. He currently serves as the Assistant Vice Provost for Student Life at Santa Clara University and an associate faculty member at Santa Rosa Junior College. He also has worked in administrative capacities at College of Marin, Sonoma State University and University of Northern Iowa. Dr. Lau traveled from Hong Kong to the US to further his education, and became the first member of his family to receive a college degree. In the community, Dr. Lau volunteers his time on numerous local, national and international organizations. He lives in San Rafael with his wife and two children. Learn more.

SRHS Cheer Wins USA Nationals

Congratulations to San Rafael High School’s Cheer Team for being crowned the 2025 United Spirit Association (USA) Varsity Coed Advanced Nontumbling National Champions! 

Competing against the nation’s best at the USA Nationals in Anaheim, the incredible athletes delivered a performance that earned the program their eighth national championship title. Our District is proud of the students and their coaches and families!

Monthly Tech Tips: AI

Artificial intelligence (AI) is any computer program that can do tasks that typically require human expertise or skill. AI can be used to power the voice assistants on our phones, the posts we scroll through on social media, the ads we see online and so much more.

It's natural for youth to be curious about the latest popular AI programs. As these tools become more widespread, it's important to talk with kids about responsible and appropriate tech use. These resources from Common Sense Media can help your family explore and learn about AI together. 

Spring Into Reading!

Over conference week, March 18-21, our elementary and middle schools will celebrate our third annual “Spring Into Reading” Literacy Celebration! Every school will have literacy activities all week long including: buddy class reading, cozy reading, bookmark making contests, author visits and community guest readers. Check out the amazing authors visiting our schools this spring in partnership with Book Passage, Copperfields and the San Rafael Public Library.

We encourage you to ask your child to share their favorite book(s) with you and come visit your school library during conference week to check out books to share at home! 

Board Resolutions

The SRCS Board of Education adopted the following resolutions at their recent meetings:

March 3 Priority Enrollment Deadline

The priority deadline of March 3 is coming up for enrolling new Transitional Kindergarten (TK) and Kindergarten students for the upcoming 2025-26 school year! 

To be considered for neighborhood school placement, completed registration packets are due by March 3. Completed packets received after March 3 are placed in order of date received. Also, To attend a district school outside your attendance area, complete an intradistrict transfer application by March 3. Note that current TK students DO NOT need to re-enroll for kindergarten. 

Learn more: View this flyer or contact the Student Enrollment & Family Center: 415-492-3236, srcs.org/tk-k-enrollment, 310 Nova Albion Way
 
Upcoming Parent Ed Opportunities

The Marin County Office of Education has compiled some upcoming parent / caregiver education events that are open to families throughout Marin.

The Media and Having Difficult Conversations with Your Child
Dr. Marie-Louise Mares
Thursday, Feb. 27  |  6:15 - 7:30 pm  |  Zoom  | Register Here
 
Heroes in the Making: Raising Boys to Embrace Courage and Compassion
CIP Marin, Raising Healthy Families Series
Wednesday, March 5 |  6 – 8 pm  |  Zoom |  Register Here
 
Regaining Control of AI and Screen-Based Technologies: An Interactive Talk for Parents and Adolescents
CIP Marin, Raising Healthy Families Series
Monday, March 10  |  6 – 8 pm  |  Zoom  |  Register Here
 
Finding Balance in a Distracting, Quick-Reward World
Dr. Anna Lembke, NYT Bestselling Author
Thursday, March 13  |  6 – 7:30 pm  |  Zoom  |   Register Here
 
Navigating Body Image in the Digital Age: How to Support your Child with Healthy Habits to Prevent Negative Body Image and Disordered Eating
CIP Marin, Raising Healthy Families Series
Thursday, March 20  |  6 – 8 pm  |  Zoom |  Register Here

Immigration Support and Resources

We recognize the ongoing fear, anxiety and uncertainty among our student and family immigrant community. Our previous message describes our commitment to fostering inclusive and equitable environments where all students, staff and families feel valued, safe and supported. The message also includes support and resources; below are some upcoming events that we want to highlight:

Recording of Session on Parenting to Support Our Teens

Let's Talk recently hosted a discussion on exploring practical and empowering ways for parents to support their teens as they navigate the challenges of adolescence by building strong, open lines of communication, fostering emotional resilience and encouraging self-discovery. If you missed the event or would like to revisit some of the key takeaways, you can find it linked here or on the Let's Talk website. 

Eyes Up Marin – Check Your Speed

Speed kills! The difference between life and death in a pedestrian collision can be the vehicle's speed. A pedestrian struck by a car traveling 20 mph has a 95% chance of survival; a pedestrian struck by a car traveling 40 mph has a 15% chance of surviving the collision (American Automobile Association). That is why school zones have speed limits of 25 mph. Obey the law. Save a life.

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