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Principal's Welcome Back Message!

Read Principal Griego's Welcome Back Message! Click headline

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.)

1st Day of School is August 13th!

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.

Brightwood Wins PBIS PLATINUM!

The CA PBIS Coalition recognized Brightwood School with a Platinum Implementation Award for the 2025 school year. This is the highest level award given!

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.

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.

Please complete the Alternative Income Form

Help ensure AUSD receives the maximum amount of federal funds for our schools by completing the Alternative Income Form (AIF). The collection of household income information is a necessary step for AUSD to receive federal funds for the school your child attends. ALL families should complete the Alternative Income Form (AIF), irrespective of their household income. One AIF is needed for each student. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE to download the flyer (in multiple languages) or visit www.tinyurl.com/AIFdirections.