We are so proud of our talented Burroughs High School musicians and their recent achievements at CMEA (California Music Educators Association) Ratings Festivals!
On March 19, our BHS Madrigals traveled to Bakersfield High School to perform for an audience and a panel of four regional choral experts. Their dedication and artistry earned them a Unanimous Superior* rating for both performance and sight reading!
The following week, the Burroughs Symphonic Orchestra traveled to Tulare Union High School for the CMEA High School Orchestra Ratings Festival. They also received a Unanimous Superior* rating — with one judge awarding the ensemble a perfect score of 100! 🎉
Both ensembles are excited to share their award‑winning music with the Ridgecrest community at their Spring Concerts:
📅 May 13 & May 14
📍 BHS PPAC
⏰ 6:30 p.m.
We hope to see you there to celebrate these incredible students!
* Unanimous Superior is the highest rating awarded.
📸 Photos include warm‑ups, stage performances, sight reading, and moments outside the festival venues.
✨ Did you know? The California State Board of Education is considering creating a statewide Portrait of a Graduate!
Here in Sierra Sands USD, we’re proud to be ahead of the curve. Our Portrait of a Graduate—developed with input from our community—already guides our work, decision-making, and vision for student success.
📸 Check out our updated image!
Now, the state wants to hear from you. Should California’s version reflect the priorities our community has already identified?
🗣️ Make your voice heard! Take this short survey and share your perspective: https://ccee-ca.org/californias-portrait-of-a-graduate-learner/
Together, we can ensure our students remain future-ready and our community’s voice helps shape the state’s direction. 💡
#SSUSD #PortraitOfAGraduate #CommunityVoice
At SSUSD, we recognize that many families face challenges on a regular basis.
Recently, we’ve become aware of increasing difficulties impacting families employed through the U.S. federal government and those who typically receive SNAP benefits. To help, we’d like to share a few specific (though not exhaustive) community resources that offer support with food, laundry, showers, and transportation.
For additional support and information, please reach out to our SSUSD Family Resource Center at 1305 N. Norma Street or 760-499-1780 and Community Schools Program Coordinator at sdastrup@ssusd.org.
We’re also excited to announce that later this week we’ll be releasing a flyer with details on how you can conveniently donate non-perishable food items at all SSUSD school sites in preparation for Thanksgiving. These donations will be distributed to several of the local organizations mentioned above.
As a part of a larger community, we are unified in our support! 💙
Schools are OPEN today! 🌧️💪
We’re ready to welcome students with warmth and care. Due to Hwy 395 closures, buses will not run to Randsburg, Red Mountain, or Johannesburg. All other routes expected to operate.
If you can’t make it in, short-term independent study is available—call your school office after 9 a.m. for support.
#StormUpdate #WeAreReady #StudentSuccess
#ClassOf2025 #GoBurros
