Department of Community Relations and Engagement

Who we are

We keep parents, staff, and the community informed and empowered to actively engage in our district and their child’s education. Our goal is to support families throughout their child’s learning journey because we know informed parents lead to students being further supported for success.

We believe staying informed, engaged, and involved is essential to student success. Through various communication platforms—including social media, websites, print, television, newsletters, and outreach efforts —we ensure our community stays informed about district programs and developments.

Our mission is to foster a deeper understanding of MUSD’s vision and goals, build strong community support, and position the district as a leader in education.

What we do

We align public communication with the district's voice and strategic goals, ensuring clear, accessible messaging that engages our diverse parent community. Prioritizing readability and cultural proficiency, we foster transparency, trust, and awareness of key programs. Collaborating across MUSD, we develop strategic communications—from full plans to targeted messages, graphics, and media coverage—to effectively share district initiatives.

How you can stay informed

Blackboard

Blackboard allows our district and schools to send emails, phone calls, text messages, and/or app notifications to families and staff.

Peachjar

Peachjar is our e-flyer delivery platform where all school flyers are delivered directly to a parent’s email inbox or can be accessed by clicking the “School E-flyers” link on your school webpage or MUSD mobile app.

Remind 101

Schools and teachers utilize Remind 101 to text students and families quickly. Reach out to your child’s teacher if you are unsure of whether you are currently signed up to receive their Remind 101 messages.

District news

We release a monthly e-newsletter to the whole Manteca Unified community (all staff and families, community partners, city council members, media representatives, etc.) about district-wide initiatives, news, important dates, and more. Feel free to recycle this content for your own newsletters!

Visit our Newsroom and explore our latest stories. You may also visit the “Announcements” webpage for a sequential list of district-wide information sent to families this year.

Crisis Communications & Safety

In the event of a district-wide or high-risk school crisis (including situations requiring a lockdown), the Community Relations & Engagement team works as part of MUSD’s Incident Command team and will communicate publicly as quickly as possible.

Social Media

Follow @proudtobemusd on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook to stay updated with all things MUSD!

Publications

Each year, we publish an annual report that showcases our staff's intentional, data-driven efforts.

This publication not only celebrates the significant accomplishments of the past school year but also provides valuable insights into our progress within the district’s strategic plan. It outlines our current position and charts the course for future growth, ensuring the MUSD community remains informed and aligned with the district's vision for continued student success.

Read the most recent State of the District Report here.

For media Inquiries contact:

Victoria Brunn, Chief Business and Information Officer

• Phone: (209) 858-0764
• Email: vbrunn@musd.net

Lindsay Harris, Coordinator of Community Relations & Engagement

• Phone: (209) 858-0861
• Email: lharris@musd.net

Caitlin Pearsall, Supervisor of Community Relations & Engagement

• Phone: (209) 858-0845
• Email: cpearsall@musd.net