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Dear Sweetwater Community,
We stand in solidarity with our neighbors, public agencies, elected officials, and community organizations in response to the unacceptable treatment of U.S. Senator Alex Padilla by federal agents in Los Angeles. This incident does not reflect the values we hold as Americans, and we unequivocally denounce it.
We recognize the growing concern about immigration enforcement in our South Bay community. The Sweetwater Union High School District remains committed to supporting and respecting our Latino and immigrant communities. With a student population that is 70% Latino and 10% Filipino, we take pride in our binational identity and the richness it brings to our schools.
Sweetwater does not collect or maintain immigration status information. Our board policies and administrative regulations ensure staff are equipped to handle these matters with care. Our top priority is to maintain a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for every student.
Living along the border gives us a unique understanding: we can uphold law and order while also demanding empathy in enforcement. Every person deserves dignity, and we call on all who enforce the law to do so with compassion.
To those who choose to protest, we urge peaceful assembly, inspired by leaders like Martin Luther King Jr. and Cesar Chavez, who showed that nonviolence leads to lasting change.
Let us continue to build a community rooted in unity, diversity, and our shared commitment to justice. Together, we can rise to the challenge and uphold the democratic values that define us.
In solidarity,
Moises G. Aguirre, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Sweetwater Union High School District
Estimada Comunidad de Sweetwater,
Nos solidarizamos con nuestros vecinos, agencias públicas, funcionarios electos y organizaciones comunitarias en respuesta al trato inaceptable recibido por el Senador de los Estados Unidos, Alex Padilla, por parte de agentes federales en Los Ángeles. Este incidente no refleja los valores que sostenemos como estadounidenses, y lo condenamos de manera inequívoca.
Reconocemos la creciente preocupación sobre la aplicación de leyes migratorias en nuestra comunidad del South Bay. El Distrito Escolar Sweetwater Union High reafirma su compromiso de apoyar y respetar a nuestras comunidades latinas e inmigrantes. Con una población estudiantil compuesta en un 70% por estudiantes latinos y un 10% por estudiantes filipinos, nos enorgullece nuestra identidad binacional y la riqueza que aporta a nuestras escuelas.
Sweetwater no recopila ni mantiene información sobre el estatus migratorio. Nuestras políticas de la mesa directiva y reglamentos administrativos aseguran que el personal esté preparado para manejar estos asuntos con sensibilidad. Nuestra máxima prioridad es mantener un entorno seguro, acogedor e inclusivo para cada estudiante.
Vivir en la frontera nos brinda una comprensión única: podemos mantener el orden y la ley mientras exigimos empatía en su aplicación. Toda persona merece dignidad, y hacemos un llamado a todos quienes hacen cumplir la ley a que lo hagan con compasión.
A quienes eligen manifestarse, les pedimos que lo hagan de manera pacífica, inspirados en líderes como Martin Luther King Jr. y César Chávez, quienes demostraron que la no violencia conduce a un cambio duradero.
Sigamos construyendo una comunidad basada en la unidad, la diversidad y nuestro compromiso compartido con la justicia. Juntos, podemos enfrentar este desafío y defender los valores democráticos que nos definen.
Con solidaridad,
Moises G. Aguirre, Ed.D.
Superintendente
Distrito Escolar Sweetwater Union High -
Dear Sweetwater Community,
As a district that proudly serves a diverse student population, we remain steadfast in our commitment to creating safe, welcoming, and inclusive learning environments for every student—regardless of immigration status.
In light of recent national developments, we want to reassure our community that our district policies strictly prohibit immigration enforcement on school campuses without a valid judicial warrant. We are also committed to protecting the confidentiality of student and family information in accordance with the law.
All school staff have been reminded of the proper procedures to follow should immigration or law enforcement officials come to a school site. Additionally, schools have access to resources such as “Know Your Rights” materials and legal support contacts to help guide and protect families. Each school will also receive “Red Cards” in English and Spanish, provided by the Immigrant Legal Resource Center, which outline Constitutional rights in an easy-to-understand format. These cards are also available in multiple languages online. For immigration resources click here.
Thank you for your trust and partnership as we continue to uphold our values of equity, safety, and respect for all. Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to your school principal or district office.
Best regards,
The Sweetwater Union High School District
Estimada Comunidad de Sweetwater:
En nuestro distrito, estamos orgullosos de servir a una población estudiantil muy diversa. Por eso, seguimos comprometidos en crear ambientes seguros, acogedores e inclusivos para todos nuestros estudiantes, sin importar su estatus migratorio.
Ante los eventos recientes a nivel nacional, queremos asegurarles que nuestras reglas no permiten que oficiales de inmigración entren a las escuelas sin una orden judicial válida. También cuidamos mucho la privacidad de la información de nuestros estudiantes y sus familias, como lo exige la ley.
El personal escolar ya recibió recordatorios sobre los pasos correctos a seguir si un oficial de inmigración o la policía llega a una escuela. Además, las escuelas tienen acceso a recursos como materiales de “Conozca sus Derechos” y contactos legales para ayudar a las familias. También entregaremos a cada escuela “Tarjetas Rojas” en inglés y español, proporcionadas por el Immigrant Legal Resource Center. Estas tarjetas explican los derechos constitucionales de forma sencilla, y también están disponibles en línea en varios idiomas. Para ver estos recursos, haga clic aquí: click here.
Gracias por su confianza y apoyo continuo. Si tiene preguntas o inquietudes, por favor comuníquese con la directora o el director de su escuela, o con la oficina del distrito.
Atentamente,
El Distrito Escolar Sweetwater Union High School
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Contract will be voted on during regularly scheduled meeting
In a closed session on March 12, 2015, the Sweetwater Union High School District Board of Trustees selected Mr. Phil Stover to be the Interim Superintendent while a search is being conducted for a permanent superintendent.
The trustees will vote on a contract for Stover at the regularly scheduled meeting on March 30, 2015.
Mr. Stover has been actively engaged in education for almost forty years. He has masters’ degrees in education and in counseling psychology, with extensive additional post-graduate work in educational leadership, organizational behavior and design, religious studies, and marriage and family counseling.
He has assessed and designed management programs for over 120 school districts, private schools, and institutions of higher learning. He has studied and led the reorganization of various operations at some of the largest school districts in the U.S. Most recently, he served as Deputy Superintendent for the San Diego Unified School District.
“We are very excited about having Mr. Stover join the Sweetwater Union High School District team,” said Board President Frank Tarantino. “He has a long proven history of success and we know that he will lead the district well through this very important transition.”
The search for the permanent superintendent is currently underway and being done by the Cosca Group, who was selected by the Board of Trustees earlier this month.
Current Interim Superintendent, Ms. Sandra Huezo will continue in her role until Stover’s contract is approved by the Board of Trustees.
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A legend from the track and field world and Sweetwater High alumni visited the school during an all campus assembly, hoping to inspire students to chase their dreams and continue an education beyond high school.Gail Devers, a five-time Olympian and three-time gold medalist in the 100 meters, was in the region as part of her worldwide tour, promoting her new book entitled: Gail Devers My Life In Story: Stronger. Devers headed home to National City’s Sweetwater High School, home of the Red Devils, where she began her legendary career.
Cheerleaders and various other athletes from Sweetwater High welcomed the athlete on the dedicated Gail Devers Football Field, listening to Devers tell her story about overcoming challenges and preparing for success, sign books for students and faculty, and visit with the local Barnes & Noble and Sweetwater High Alumni.
During her presentation, she emphasized education. She asked, by show of hands, how many of the students had goals written down, something they could see every day. Hundreds of hands shot up.
She also told the athletes to never allow anyone to say they are too small, weak or unable for this or not good enough to do that.
“There are people who are going to overlook you because of where you come from. As long as you have the confidence and have it up here and here, you’re fine,” she said, pointing to her head and heart.
During the assembly National City Mayor Ron Morrison presented Devers with a Mayoral Proclamation and Devers first coach, Coach Gene Alim gave remarks about working with Devers early on in her career.
Devers discussed despite being diagnosed with Graves disease in 1990, after months of treatment she returned to the sport and won gold medals in the 1992 and 1996 Olympic games.
“Right here is where I learned to dream beyond this field,” said Devers. “To dream beyond what I could see. No matter the obstacles you face, never allow them to define you.”
After her talk, Devers took photos and signed books with students and faculty.
“There’s something special about SUHI. It’s really important to remember where you came from and especially in this day, to have positive role models,” Devers said.
