Saving TIDE(5 messages)

11/13/2025

Dear SUHSD Board of Education,

My name is [REDACTED] and I am a 9th grader at TIDE Academy. I chose to attend TIDE because we get to take college classes and get credit for them. Another reason I came to TIDE was because it's a small school and I don't have to worry about any drama. I believe that TIDE should remain open because it's a good school and the teachers really care about the students. Another reason is we get a lot of opportunities at TIDE. Even though this is my first year at TIDE, it has already been good. Coming into TIDE I was nervous because I thought that making friends was gonna be hard but it was easy because all the students at TIDE are nice. All the teachers at TIDE are very supportive and understanding. If you guys do end up closing down TIDE it's going to be very hard for not only the students, but the teachers as well because they will lose their job. It's going to be hard moving to a new environment with more students and a much bigger campus. TIDE is a very small school and that's why I like it because you know everyone. I would like to reiterate that TIDE should remain open because it's gonna be hard moving all over again.I urge the SUHSD Board to think of how incredibly difficult the idea of hearing that TIDE may close will be on all past, current, and future TIDE students.

Sincerely,
[REDACTED]
Class of 2029

November 13, 2025

Dear SUHSD Board of Education,

My name is [REDACTED] and I am a 9th grader at TIDE Academy. I chose to attend TIDE because my parents were supportive of the school. Another reason I came here was that I was interested in the dual-enrollment system. I believe that TIDE should remain open because its staff and students have been kind to me. I have noticed this for all of the time that I have been here. Also, the CTE pathway system and the dual-enrollment system are academically beneficial to me, so I would be sad if I had to leave for another school.

It is important for TIDE to remain as an option for students in this district because there are so many other students that share my opinions that the school should stay open. If TIDE were to close, so many students would be displaced. It would also affect parents and teachers. My parents care about the school, and they were frustrated when they heard the news that TIDE might be closed. It would also be a big struggle for students to academically adjust to a new school.

I would like to reiterate that TIDE should remain open. I have enjoyed the time I've spent here, and I enjoy that this school provides useful programs. I urge the SUHSD Board to think of how incredibly difficult the idea of hearing TIDE close will be on all past, current, and future TIDE students.

Sincerely,
[REDACTED]
Class of 2029

Hi [REDACTED]
Thanks for sharing your feedback.

-Amy

On Thu, Nov 13, 2025 at 1:48 PM wrote:
11/13/2025

Dear SUHSD Board of Education,

My name is and I am a 9th grader at TIDE Academy. I chose to attend TIDE because
we get to take college classes and get credit for them. Another reason I came to TIDE was
because it's a small school and I don't have to worry about any drama. I believe that TIDE
should remain open because it's a good school and the teachers really care about the students.
Another reason is we get a lot of opportunities at TIDE. Even though this is my first year at
TIDE, it has already been good. Coming into TIDE I was nervous because I thought that
making friends was gonna be hard but it was easy because all the students at TIDE are nice.
All the teachers at TIDE are very supportive and understanding. If you guys do end up closing
down TIDE it's going to be very hard for not only the students, but the teachers as well
because they will lose their job. It's going to be hard moving to a new environment with more
students and a much bigger campus. TIDE is a very small school and that's why I like it
because you know everyone. I would like to reiterate that TIDE should remain open because
it's gonna be hard moving all over again.I urge the SUHSD Board to think of how incredibly
difficult the idea of hearing that TIDE may close will be on all past, current, and future TIDE
students.

Sincerely,

Class of 2029

Hi [REDACTED],
Thanks for sharing your feedback.

-Amy

On Thu, Nov 13, 2025 at 1:51 PM wrote:
November 13, 2025

Dear SUHSD Board of Education,

My name is and I am a 9th grader at TIDE Academy. I chose to attend TIDE
because my parents were supportive of the school. Another reason I came here was that I was
interested in the dual-enrollment system. I believe that TIDE should remain open because its
staff and students have been kind to me. I have noticed this for all of the time that I have been
here. Also, the CTE pathway system and the dual-enrollment system are academically
beneficial to me, so I would be sad if I had to leave for another school.
It is important for TIDE to remain as an option for students in this district because there are
so many other students that share my opinions that the school should stay open. If TIDE were
to close, so many students would be displaced. It would also affect parents and teachers. My
parents care about the school, and they were frustrated when they heard the news that TIDE
might be closed. It would also be a big struggle for students to academically adjust to a new
school.
I would like to reiterate that TIDE should remain open. I have enjoyed the time I’ve spent
here, and I enjoy that this school provides useful programs. I urge the SUHSD Board to think
of how incredibly difficult the idea of hearing TIDE close will be on all past, current, and
future TIDE students.

Sincerely,

Class of 2029

Hi [REDACTED],

Thanks for reaching out--and for caring about your school. I know uncertainty is stressful. No decision has been made to close TIDE Academy. On November 12, the Board asked the Superintendent to bring a process and timeline to the December 10 meeting that shows how the District will discuss and consider TIDE's future--and how students, families, and staff can be heard.

We respect what makes TIDE special--its small-school community and programs like dual enrollment, CTE, and Nucleus. Looking at a process doesn't take away from that value. At the same time, the District is facing a structural deficit, which means ongoing costs are rising faster than ongoing revenue (because of things like inflation, enrollment shifts, and limits in funding). Very small schools also tend to cost more per student, which can limit the number of classes and programs over time. That's why we need a careful, student-centered process.

There will be an opportunity in January for students to share input directly with the Superintendent; we'll send details once the date is confirmed.

What to know right now:

• No decision has been made, and school continues as usual.
• You can follow and speak during public comment at the December 10 Board meeting.

Thank you again for your message--your voice matters, and we're listening.

On Nov 13, 2025, at 1:51 PM, [REDACTED] wrote:

November 13, 2025

Dear SUHSD Board of Education,

My name is [REDACTED] and I am a 9th grader at TIDE Academy. I chose to attend TIDE because my parents were supportive of the school. Another reason I came here was that I was interested in the dual-enrollment system. I believe that TIDE should remain open because its staff and students have been kind to me. I have noticed this for all of the time that I have been here. Also, the CTE pathway system and the dual-enrollment system are academically beneficial to me, so I would be sad if I had to leave for another school. It is important for TIDE to remain as an option for students in this district because there are so many other students that share my opinions that the school should stay open. If TIDE were to close, so many students would be displaced. It would also affect parents and teachers. My parents care about the school, and they were frustrated when they heard the news that TIDE might be closed. It would also be a big struggle for students to academically adjust to a new school. I would like to reiterate that TIDE should remain open. I have enjoyed the time I’ve spent here, and I enjoy that this school provides useful programs. I urge the SUHSD Board to think of how incredibly difficult the idea of hearing TIDE close will be on all past, current, and future TIDE students. Sincerely, Class of 2029