Now more than ever, we need to support our teachers and students. We call on you to help us rally to accommodate these unprecedented needs in our classrooms so that students will continue to have access to essential resources that provide a first-rate education.
WATCH THE VIDEO
We recently hosted the “Learning Together Remotely: Navigating Education in the COVID-19 Era” panel discussion with our friends at Noozhawk. Our panel of superstar educators addressed the hurdles our schools are facing and how remote instruction has changed the learning experience during the COVID-19 pandemic. The panel discussion is now available for viewing.
WHAT IS REMOTE LEARNING?
We know that this is a difficult and uncertain time for our community. But it’s especially important to support our struggling students as they continue learning remotely. See what learning remotely looks like for our students!
HOW YOU CAN HELP
LATEST NEWS
Read more about how SBEF is making headlines in the community.
Recent Posts / View All Posts
Thank you to everyone who was able to celebrate the Mission Scholars Class of 2020 with us at our virtual graduation ceremony on Friday! For those who were unable to…
The Santa Barbara Unified Board of Education voted unanimously Tuesday evening to approve a Board Resolution in support of Black student leaders who presented the district with a series of demands aimed…
Last Friday, we hosted the "Learning Together Remotely: Navigating Education in the COVID-19 Era" panel discussion with our friends at Noozhawk. Our panel of superstar educators addressed the hurdles our schools are facing and…
UPCOMING EVENTS
Mark your calendar for one of our local events helping to support Santa Barbara students.
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 tenth annual installment will take place October 21- November 7, 2019. 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