Superintendent of Schools
From the Superintendent
Read the June 2024 - USD School Bell Newsletter
Dear Union School District Families,
As we wrap up another wonderful school year, I want to express our sincere gratitude for your partnership and support. It has been a year filled with growth, learning, and unforgettable moments for our students.
Here in USD, we are incredibly proud of everything our students have accomplished, and we know they're ready to take on new learning in the fall. While summer offers a well-deserved break, we also encourage you to keep the learning spark alive through engaging activities and exploration. There are so many opportunities locally for students and families, from the Open Space trails to the local libraries. This newsletter outlines other summer learning opportunities to keep the love of learning continuous.
We are already eagerly anticipating the new school year and excited to welcome your children back to our classrooms in August. We have exciting plans and opportunities in store, and we can't wait to see what our students will achieve.
Wishing you all a safe, joyful, and enriching summer filled with sunshine and laughter. I am looking forward to seeing all of you back for the first day of school on August 14th!
Kind Regards,
Dr. Carrie Andrews
Superintendent
Community Messages
January 2024 - Video Message from Superintendent Dr. Andrews
December 2023 - Video Message from Superintendent Dr. Andrews
November 2023 - Video Message from Superintendent Dr. Andrews
October 2023 - Video Message from Superintendent Dr. Andrews
September 2023 - Video Message from Superintendent Dr. Andrews
2022-23
End of 2022-23 Video Message from Superintendent Dr. Andrews
March 27, 2023 - Message from Dr. Andrews Regarding Hit-and-Run Incident on Sunday
February 2023 - Video Message from Superintendent Dr. Andrews
November 2022 - Video Message from Superintendent Dr. Andrews
October 2022 - Video Message from Superintendent Dr. Andrews
September 16, 2022 - Message from Dr. Andrews Regarding Oster Student Medical Emergency
September 2022 - Video Message from Superintendent Dr. Andrews
2021-22
Message from Dr. Andrews Regarding the Tragedy in Uvalde, Texas
January 14, 2022 - Message from Dr. Andrews and Health Update
January 6, 2022 - Message from Dr. Andrews and Health Update
October 15, 2021 - Health & Safety Update - Community Testing
September 21, 2021 - Health & Safety Update from Dr. Andrews
About Dr. Carrie Andrews, Ph.D.
Dr. Carrie Andrews joined USD in July 2021 as the new Superintendent of Schools. She was previously with the Cambrian School District since 2013 and served as the Superintendent in Cambrian since 2014. Dr. Andrews received her undergraduate degree in Applied Science from the University of Minnesota Duluth and her Master of Arts and Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and Organizations from the University of California Santa Barbara. She began her career instructing students ages 6-10 in New Zealand, before teaching 6th grade Math and English Language Arts in Edina, MN. From there, Dr. Andrews moved to Stockton, CA, where she taught 3rd-5th grade in Stockton, CA and Santa Barbara, CA. She also served as a site administrator in Campbell and Saratoga, CA.
Dr. Andrews is committed to fostering student growth, community involvement, staff collaboration, and supporting teachers. She effectively oversees enrollment, fiscal stewardship, and external community relations. Dr. Andrews encourages transparency and champions every child. She has served as the ACSA Superintendent Council Representative for Santa Clara County, Santa Clara County Superintendents Association Chair and served as Principal of Marshall Lane Elementary School when it was awarded a California Distinguished School. A tireless advocate for public education, Dr. Andrews is an active member of the community and partners with local agencies and businesses to increase educational opportunities.