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Brightwood won 1st Place MFHK Science Field Day 2026!
New grass field ribbon cutting Feb. 2025
Read Across America Week!
Cultural Diversity Fair 2026
Brightwood won 3rd Place at Regionals Science Olympiad. Qualified for state competition.
Dia de los Muertos
Cultural Diversity Fair 2026
TK a day in the life of food and nutrition
Fall Play: Romeo & Juliet
On the way to zipline at 6th grade Science camp
Cultural Diversity Fair 2026
PTA Fun Run!
Cultural Diversit Fair
3rd Place Science Olympiad 2026
STEAm & Earth Day Event 2026
TK a day in the life of food and nutrition!
Fall Play: Romeo & Juliet
Cultural Diversity Fair
Fall Play: Romeo & Juliet
STAR Rally
Lotería! Cultural Diversity Fair 2026
STAR Rally
STAR Rally!
Cultural Diversity Festival
2021 Brightwood changed mascot to RAMs for Superbowl (K-Earth 101 promotion)
Bengal's Den - Wellness Room
6th Grade Camp
6th Grade Science Camp
5th Grade Walkthrough the Revolution
STEAM & Earth Day Event
On the way to 6th Grade Science Camp!
Science Olympiad Team!
PTA Fun Run!
PTA Fun Run!
Fall Play: Romeo & Juliet
Latest Headlines
Brightwood made the ERP Honor Roll 2026!
Brightwood has made the ERP Honor Roll list for 2 years in a row!
Brightwood Wins PBIS PLATINUM Again!
The CA PBIS Coalition recognized Brightwood School with a Platinum Implementation Award for the 2026 school year for the third year in a row. This is the highest level award given!
Enrollment Impact Committee Video
AUSD has experienced a steady decline in student enrollment over the past few decades. Changes to enrollment can be challenging, but they also provide an opportunity to thoughtfully consider the future of the district and how we can continue providing strong educational experiences for students. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to watch a video to learn why the Enrollment Impact Committee's work is so important and why we need YOU to be involved.
Nominate a Game Changer
Do you know a deserving staff member who should be considered for the next Game Changer, CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to submit a nomination.
Help Reimagine the Future of AUSD
Like many school districts throughout the State, AUSD is experiencing declining enrollment. This has significant implications for our schools and the district as a whole. AUSD formed an Enrollment Impact Committee (or EIC) to study this issue. We are inviting the community to be part of the conversation. Please CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to access a flyer with links to a survey and upcoming "Community Conversation" meetings. Give input and take an active role in determining the future of AUSD.
Important Update: Mobile Communication Devices Policy
As we prepare for the upcoming school year, we ask all parents, guardians, and students to review our new Mobile Communication Devices Policy. This flyer outlines our expectations for student use of mobile communication devices during the school day and is designed to support a safe, focused, and
productive learning environment. Thank you for taking the time to review this important information and for partnering with us to support student success. (CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to learn more.)
productive learning environment. Thank you for taking the time to review this important information and for partnering with us to support student success. (CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to learn more.)
Enroll for the 2026-2027 School Year
Enrollment for next school year is NOW open! CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to register your new and returning students and/or to apply for our dual immersion language programs.
Bullying Prevention Resources for Students Who Identify or Are Perceived as Neurodivergent
Please CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to access the "Standing Together" website. The California Department of Education has curated this website as part of its resources to assist students, families, and communities impacted by bullying and discrimination (including incidents related to actual or perceived neurodiversity.
Online Cafeteria Menus
Please CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to access the online school cafeteria menus.