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The Department of Student Services is dedicated to supporting school sites in fostering safe and supportive learning environments for both students and staff. The Director of Student Services works closely with school administrators, teachers, community agencies, law enforcement, and other student support personnel to coordinate a wide range of services for students and their families. This collaborative effort ensures that students receive the support they need to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, helping them make the most of their educational experience. Through this partnership, the Director helps create a safe, supportive, and enriching environment that fosters student success both in and out of the classroom. We provide a broad range of information, resources, and assistance to students, staff, and families.
Our department helps coordinate and serves as a resource for the following areas:
Annual Notification of Parent/Guardian Rights and Responsibilities
Board Policies and Administrative Regulations related to Student Services
Bullying and Sexual Harassment Information
CALPADs Data System
Categorical Programs
Independent Study Programs
Inter-District Transfers
Homeless Youth Services (McKinney-Vento Act) and Unaccompanied Youth Support
Local Accountability
School and District Safety Initiatives, including Comprehensive School Safety Plans
Student Discipline Matters
Uniform Complaint Procedures
Williams Act
Director of Student Services
Sunsie Tumacder
sutumacder@cojusd.org
(559) 528-6949
Student Services & Categorical Program Secretary
Elisa Arellano
Elarellano@cojusd.org
(559) 528-6949