On Thursday, May 19, SBUSD Superintendent Dr. Hilda Maldonado will share the status of today’s local public schools along with student presenters. This event is a unique opportunity for community members and supporters to learn about the state of our public schools.
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REGISTER FOR SUMMER CAMPS
Have fun learning with us this summer by participating in one (or more) of our awesome camps! Scholarships are available!
WE CARE!
The Santa Barbara Education Foundation, in partnership with the Santa Barbara Unified School District, is launching We Care, an initiative to support students, families, and teachers during this challenging time, nearly two full years into the pandemic.
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Speaking to community members at the Elings Park Amphitheater, Santa Barbara Unified School District Superintendent Dr. Hilda Maldonado and students addressed the community during the State of Our Schools presentation.…
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Santa Barbara Education Foundation has worked to support the needs of students in the Santa Barbara Unified School District since 1985. One recent focus of the organization is the We…
On Thursday, April 28, the Santa Barbara Education Foundation hosted the Hope Awards to celebrate individuals and programs supporting students in the Santa Barbara Unified School District. The first in-person…
ABOUT US
PER PUPIL FUNDING
FOR SB UNIFIED STUDENTS
Many percieve SB Unified as a high wealth district, however, it only receives 1% above the state average for funding per student.
PER PUPIL FUNDING
IN LOCAL DISTRICTS
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
PIANOS ON STATE
A favorite event in Santa Barbara, Pianos on State is a collaborative and interactive musical experience that takes place during Arts and Humanities month in October. The 12th annual installment will take place October 4- October 22, 2021. Each piano becomes its own piece of art as local Santa Barbara artists create individual looks.
WHERE THE
MONEY GOES
Current operation and program spending breakdown
- Academic Support
- Literacy
- Early Childhood Education
- Mental Health
- Music & Performing Arts