BARSTOW UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
NOVEMBER 2025
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HAPPENINGS
Travel Smart: Keep Your Student on Track with Short-Term Independent Study With the upcoming holiday season, we know many families are planning trips that might take them away from home for an extended period. While travel is a wonderful learning experience, we want to ensure your student doesn't fall behind on their academics. That's why our district offers a Short-Term Independent Study program to support families who need to travel for up to 10 school days. This program not only helps your child keep up with their classwork but also ensures their attendance is accounted for during their absence. How to Request Short-Term Independent Study The process is simple, but it does require a little advance planning. Here's what you need to do:
Parent/Teacher Conferences A parent-teacher conference is a scheduled meeting between a child's parents (or guardians) and their teacher. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the child's progress in school, including their academic performance, behavior, strengths, and areas needing improvement. It provides an opportunity for parents and teachers to share information, ask questions, and collaborate on ways to support the child's learning. BUSD is happy to host parent-teacher conferences twice a year, once in November and again in March. Please check with your school for your student’s conference sign-ups.
Complete the Contract: You will be asked to fill out a Short-Term Independent Study contract. This legally binding agreement outlines the responsibilities of the student, parent, and school. Upon your student's return to school , the completed Independent Study packet is due immediately. The teacher will then verify that the work has been completed and is satisfactory.
Work Preparation Time: Once the contract is finalized, the school office will notify your student's teacher, who will then prepare the necessary assignments and materials. Please note that this may take a couple of days, so plan accordingly and initiate the request well before your departure date.
Contact Your School Office: This is the first step! Get in touch with the school office staff as soon as you know your travel dates to begin the process. Packet Pick-Up: Once the work is ready, either the teacher or the school office will contact you to arrange the pick-up of the Independent Study packet.
By taking advantage of the Short-Term Independent Study program, you can enjoy your vacation knowing your child’s learning remains a priority! Contact your school office today if you plan to travel and would like to utilize this option
Thanksgiving Family Meal
BUSD Nutrition Services will be serving a Thanksgiving meal to students and families at our Elementary Schools! Tickets on sale October 27th - November 7th. Tickets can be purchased at school sites.
Price: $6 each guest (exact change please) (Students receive their meal for free at the school they are enrolled in)
Barstow STEM students in Mrs. King's 6th grade science classes recently learned about lab safety.
Date: Thursday, November 20
Sites: Barstow Fine Arts, Cameron, Crestline, Henderson, Lenwood, Montara & Skyline
BUSD September Employees of the Month
We are Hiring! www.edjoin.org/barstowusd
Classified Elementary: Certificated Elementary: Classified Secondary: Certificated Secondary: Classified Substitute: Certificated Substitute: District Classified: Management Team: Superintendent’s Choice:
Jessica Garibay Tyler Riebeling Angel Robles Danielle Delaney Alexandria Lira Maria Padilla Ruth Sandoval
Cameron Elementary Montara Elementary Barstow Intermediate Barstow STEM Academy
Click the QR code for a complete list of career opportunities at BUSD.
Outreach Liaison - Supportive School Lenwood Elementary Facilities, Maintenance & Operations
Jose Rubio Diane Corhn
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