Dear NUSD Community,

Back-to-School Nights across the district were a huge success this week! Families filled our TK–8 classrooms and hallways with excitement and connection. Parents had the chance to meet teachers, principals shared important updates for the year ahead, and the energy was high as we came together to kick off a new school year. Thank you to everyone who joined us—you make our school communities strong, supportive, and inspiring. 

*Tomorrow, Friday, September 5th – Minimum day for all TK–8 students (check your school’s schedule for exact dismissal times).

*Next week’s High School Back-to-School Nights:

Finally, a reminder: our district cell phone policies remain in full effect. TK–8 students must keep phones completely put away during the school day, and high school students may not use them during instructional time. Teachers are already noticing more focus and engagement in class—thank you for supporting this effort at home!

In partnership,

Dr. Tracy Smith

Superintendent

Families, here’s some helpful tips for managing screen time at home: 

A little structure goes a long way in building healthy digital habits.

On a separate note for parents who have not purchased devices or phones for their children yet:

The longer you can put it off, the better!

We are proud to share our Annual Report, which highlights programs and achievements from the past school year, along with district demographics, financial information, and more. The report is available in English and Spanish so every family can stay informed.

👉 English 2024-2025 Annual Report

👉 Spanish 2024-2025 Annual Report

Take a moment to explore how our students, staff, and community are working together to make Novato Unified a place where every student can thrive.

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