Welcome to the Savanna School District
Where Today's Learners Become Tomorrow's Leaders
Celebrating Progress and Achievements in the 2024-25 School Year!
Savanna School District is truly exceptional! With the 2024-25 school year already well underway, we couldn’t be prouder of the progress our students and staff have made. Our focus remains steadfast on academic excellence, empowering our students to realize their full potential through continuous learning and an unwavering commitment to excellence. There's so much to celebrate as we reflect on our accomplishments and look forward to the rest of the year!
We’re thrilled to see the continued success of our very popular WINGS after-school expanded learning program. During WINGS, an acronym for Wonder • Inspire • Nurture • Grow • Succeed, students have opportunities to participate in a variety of sports, music, art, and science activities in structured, engaging hands-on learning experiences. Similarly, our B.R.I.G.H.T. Learners Academy, which stands for Build • Realize • Imagine • Grow • Harvest • Thrive, continues to shine as a program designed for two, three, and four-year-old children. We are inspired by the incredible growth of our youngest learners and look forward to seeing their remarkable achievements throughout the rest of the year!
This year also marked the launch of our partnership with the Orange County Department of Education and Vital Link to offer an Apprentice Program for young adults aged 16-24. The program blends hands-on experience and training with classroom instruction, equipping apprentices with the knowledge and skills needed for careers in early childhood, child care, and recreation. Apprenticeships are available for those interested in working with school-age children in after-school programs and with children aged two to four in early education settings. Together, we’re preparing Tomorrow’s Leaders!
We can’t wait to celebrate the incredible milestones our students will reach as the 2024-25 school year continues, shaping the next generation of leaders!
PUBLIC REVIEW FOR HISTORY-SOCIAL SCIENCE INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS
We are excited to share an important update regarding our Social Studies curriculum adoption process. Over the past several months, our pilot team of dedicated teachers has engaged in an extensive review and piloting process to evaluate potential instructional materials. After careful consideration, the team has selected CA IMPACT by McGraw Hill, to recommend to the School Board for adoption in grades TK-6.
As part of this process, we invite our school community to review the proposed materials and provide feedback. The materials will be available for public review in the District Office Curriculum Lab, Monday through Friday, from 7:30 am – 3:00 pm from February 19th through March 19th. At the conclusion of the public review period, a recommendation will be made to the School Board for adoption.
We encourage you to take this opportunity to explore the resources and share your input, as your perspective helps us ensure the best possible materials are chosen for our students.
PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE SAVANNA SCHOOL DISTRICT PERSONNEL COMMISSION
The Savanna School District's Personnel Commission is seeking to fill an open position. The Personnel Commission in is a three-member body made up of individuals who are appointed, each by a different method. One member of the Personnel Commission is appointed by the Board of Education; one member by the classified employee union; and the third member is appointed jointly by the other two. The Commission held an open session on Wednesday, February 12, at 3:15 PM to interview candidates for the joint appointee. At the conclusion, the Commission announced that Joycella Burdette was their nominee for the Joint Commissioner position
Click here for the Personnel Commission's March 5, 2025 Regular Meeting Agenda
News & Events
The latest from Savanna School District
Dr. Sue Johnson
Superindendent's Message
We have much to celebrate as we look forward to the coming school year in preparing Today’s Learners to be Tomorrow’s Leaders! We’re excited and eagerly anticipating the 2024-25 school year, continuing to focus on helping our students to achieve their potential with our commitment to continuous learning and unwavering excellence. We can't wait to get started and witness the remarkable achievements and success of our students this year!
We’re proud to partner with the Orange County Department of Education and Vital Link to offer an Apprentice Program for young adults aged 16-24. This program blends hands-on experience and training with classroom instruction, equipping apprentices with the knowledge and skills needed for careers in early childhood, child care, and recreation. Apprenticeships are available for those interested in working with school-age children in after-school programs and with children aged two to four in early education settings, as we continue to prepare Tomorrow’s Leaders!
I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for the support of our parents, teachers, staff and community members. It is the unwavering commitment of all those who help support our schools and children that enables us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students. As we look forward to an amazing school year, I am proud to say that the Savanna School District truly is a special place where Today’s Learners become Tomorrow’s Leaders!
Numbered for Success
What a special place Savanna School District is! Encompassing parts of the cities of Anaheim, Buena Park, Cypress and Stanton, Savanna School District is an elementary school district with approximately 2400 students. These students attend one of our four schools: Cerritos, Hansen, Holder and Twila Reid Schools. We also serve about 250 preschoolers in state and privately-run preschools on our campuses.
