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Welcome to Northridge Elementary School
At Northridge, we are deeply committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment where all students can learn and thrive. Equally important, strong family partnerships are key to our students’ success. School Site Council, active membership in the PTA, volunteering in the classroom, and chaperoning field trips are some of the many ways for families to connect and support our school community.
Northridge Playground
We are so excited to have our awesome new Northridge playground for our students to enjoy!
Valeroso House Party
Students from the House of Courage, Valeroso, celebrating their Trimester 3 win!
House Rally
House Rally
Field Day Fun
Water fun during Field Day!
Field Day
Water play!
First House Rally of 2025-2026
Students greeting our Wildcat Mascot, Blue, at the first House Rally of the 2025-2026 school year.
House Spirit
Check out our awesome staff House spirit!
Career Day
Students dressed as their future career to celebrate during College and Career Week.
News & Events
Latest News
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Mobile Dairy Classroom visited Northridge on October 29.
![Giving back, one pint at a time: Rio Americano students host blood drive]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762380570/sanjuanedu/ar7ysv01wk2o9z1tj7fn/102825_Rio_Americano_Blood_Drive_Karla.png","width":256}])
Rio Americano High School’s student government is proving that leadership goes beyond the classroom. On Oct. 28, the student government hosted a campus blood drive, an event fully organized and led by students dedicated to making a difference in their community.
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From Oct. 30 through Nov. 3, Encina High School and Mira Loma High School hosted their annual Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebrations.
![Board Briefs: Oct. 28, 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1691596686/sanjuanedu/fiksovrdccpfo2htrnam/BoardBriefsnewsitemimage.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1691596686/sanjuanedu/fiksovrdccpfo2htrnam/BoardBriefsnewsitemimage.png","width":512}])
Check here for highlights from the latest board meeting on Oct. 28.
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Share your input now through Nov. 10 and help us revise our Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP).
![Creating spaces: San Juan Unified’s Black Student Unions build a ‘Community of Belonging’]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761000056/sanjuanedu/paykwqnzeifa2bfh9x3i/BSUKickOffandLeadershipSummitthumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761000056/sanjuanedu/paykwqnzeifa2bfh9x3i/BSUKickOffandLeadershipSummitthumbnail.png","width":512}])
Students across the district’s K-8, middle and high schools were invited to attend the event organized in partnership with Black Students of California United (BSCU).
![Superintendent leadership update - Oct. 15, 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726073489/sanjuanedu/zy9ofd0ymeagpawfthuj/Updategraphic.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726073489/sanjuanedu/zy9ofd0ymeagpawfthuj/Updategraphic.png","width":512}])
San Juan Unified School District Superintendent Melissa Bassanelli recently received a medical diagnosis that requires her to take a medical leave of absence. During her absence, Chief of Staff Trent Allen will serve as the primary point of contact.
Check here for updates from the latest board meeting on Oct. 14.
Upcoming Events
![San Juan Unified's 2024-29 Strategic Plan]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731012231/sanjuanedu/uw3zwrqzsjv6ekfnfp3i/GrowingTogetherShowcaseGraphic.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731012231/sanjuanedu/uw3zwrqzsjv6ekfnfp3i/GrowingTogetherShowcaseGraphic.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1731012231/sanjuanedu/uw3zwrqzsjv6ekfnfp3i/GrowingTogetherShowcaseGraphic.png","width":800}])
Access San Juan Unified's 2024-29 Strategic Plan.
![Commitment to Equity]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1688334333/sanjuanedu/wr9vrwhhp5qgeqybf0j8/TKstudentandteacher.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1688334333/sanjuanedu/wr9vrwhhp5qgeqybf0j8/TKstudentandteacher.png","width":512}])
San Juan Unified uses an equity lens to target and eliminate barriers for all students.
![Find a Career at San Juan Unified]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1688355379/sanjuanedu/t4smum4rrgv6l4o9x7ya/Busdriver.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1688355379/sanjuanedu/t4smum4rrgv6l4o9x7ya/Busdriver.png","width":512}])
If you want to be a part of a diverse school district committed to ensuring each student's success - we want to meet you.
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San Juan Unified School District is invested in providing 21st-century learning opportunities for all students.
![Support Our Schools Through the San Juan Education Foundation]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1680812300/sanjuanedu/k3jlsynybqoqop0z2uc0/IMG_9642.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1680812300/sanjuanedu/k3jlsynybqoqop0z2uc0/IMG_9642.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1680812300/sanjuanedu/k3jlsynybqoqop0z2uc0/IMG_9642.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1680812300/sanjuanedu/k3jlsynybqoqop0z2uc0/IMG_9642.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1680812300/sanjuanedu/k3jlsynybqoqop0z2uc0/IMG_9642.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1680812300/sanjuanedu/k3jlsynybqoqop0z2uc0/IMG_9642.jpg","width":2200}])
The San Juan Education Foundation supports and advances excellent education for all students in San Juan Unified.
![Learn About Curriculum]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1685478582/sanjuanedu/nqqhiprtm6ufx1xmuxjv/Stackofbooks.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1685478582/sanjuanedu/nqqhiprtm6ufx1xmuxjv/Stackofbooks.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1685478582/sanjuanedu/nqqhiprtm6ufx1xmuxjv/Stackofbooks.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1685478582/sanjuanedu/nqqhiprtm6ufx1xmuxjv/Stackofbooks.png","width":1080}])
Learn about curriculum and instructional materials adoption throughout the district.