The LA County Office of Education completed a review of PUSD’s Adopted Budget for fiscal year 2025-26. The review resulted in “conditional approval” of the budget. “Conditional approval” means that the County Superintendent approves the budget on the condition that PUSD takes certain specific actions to remedy deficiencies in the 2025-26 budget and multiyear projections.

Here are some tips to help you make the most of this fall’s parent-teacher conference - or any parent-teacher meeting.

We know this has been a tough beginning of the school year for PUSD families whose students are enrolled in schools that have lower enrollment than projected.  Projecting how many students will show up at the beginning of the next school year can be challenging on a typical year, but it was especially challenging this year as families were displaced by the fires.  Here’s an explanation of what’s happening, why teachers were moved, and what parents can do.

Ready or not, school is starting on August 19. Not sure what your elementary school student should wear to school? PEN has compiled a list of the uniform dress codes for PUSD's elementary schools.

Pasadena Unified School district has a few options for families in need of after school care.  Although some schools have after school enrichment programs that are unique to their campus, there are three programs that are available to most students. 

PEN’s mission continues even though the Wine Tasting isn’t happening this spring. So, if you’re able, please make a donation so we can continue to support and inform families and schools. Your donation this year will ensure that we can come back next year to share a glass or two…together!

As a Board Member, you’ll not only determine PEN’s direction, but your involvement will help ensure that PEN fulfills its mission. 

The Pasadena Educational Foundation will award financial aid to PUSD families and staff who are currently displaced or are facing serious financial hardship due to the fire. Apply by March 3.

A record number of parents attended our Fall programs this year, showing that the need for PEN’s programs and services have never been greater.  Please donate today so we can continue to support our families and our schools.