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To support our families and staff during this period of change, visit VCUSD's community support page which serves as a central hub for resources, materials, and guidance. This page will continue to evolve as new information becomes available.
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Welcome to Patterson
About Us
Grace Patterson Elementary School creates a supportive and engaging learning environment for its diverse student body. Named after Mrs. Grace Logan Patterson, a pioneering educator and community leader in Vallejo, the school honors her legacy of commitment to education and community service. Patterson was instrumental in advocating for quality education and equity, leaving a lasting impact on the local community.
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Find out how to enroll your student or students today.
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Explore student resources.
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View resources available for parents, guardians, and family members.
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View our school's bell schedules.
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ParentSquare is a single platform for communication from your student's teacher to messages from VCUSD.
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Find out the process of how to help our students through volunteering.
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Stay up-to-date with your child's assignments, attendance, grades, test scores and more.
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Explore new job opportunities at VCUSD!
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Learn about the school closure process and how you can stay informed and involved.
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We stand for developing and equipping our people to be the best they can be for our students.
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We stand for quality and excellence in our learning environments and responsible and accountable stewardship of our resources.
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We stand for the highest standards and expected efforts from all students, teachers, and staff.
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We stand for a well-rounded, inquiry-based, culturally-responsive, and intellectually-rigorous course of study delivered by expert educators dedicated to developing these traits and caring for their students.
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We stand for community-responsive, community-centered, and community-enhancing schooling and service for the city of Vallejo.
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We stand for universal respect, full inclusion and full equity in our schools and practices.
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News & Events
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VALLEJO, Calif. — Vallejo City Unified School District (VCUSD) welcomed more than 800 students, families, staff, and community ...
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about VCUSD to Revisit School Closure Decisions As Part of a Commitment to Transparency
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VCUSD Superintendent Rubén Aurelio shares an update with VCUSD families on the district’s financial challenges, upcoming staffing reductions, and the path forward for our schools.
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Projects made possible by the Measure S bond, like the full renovation of Hogan Middle School's auditorium, include roof replacements, HVAC upgrades, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) improvements, and campus infrastructure work at multiple schools.
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