Every day SFUSD strives to provide each & every student the quality instruction & equitable support required to thrive in the 21st century. #WeAreSFUSDSan Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) is the seventh largest school district in California, educating around 49,000 students every year. San Francisco is both a city and a county; therefore, SFUSD administers both the school district and the San F

Core values

- **Addressing Societal Needs and Issues**: The Stanford-SFUSD Partnership has been instrumental in addressing various societal issues, such as improving student outcomes, reducing absenteeism and dropout rates, and narrowing opportunity gaps through initiatives like the ethnic studies course[2].
- **Improving Quality of Life**: The partnership has led to research-backed policies, such as increased stipends for teachers in hard-to-staff schools, which can improve the quality of education and subsequently the quality of life for students and their families[2].
- **Promoting Positive Change**: Initiatives like the ethnic studies course have shown significant positive impacts on students' GPA and attendance, contributing to broader societal goals of education and social equity[2].
- **Contributing to Community Well-being**: During the pandemic, SFUSD and its partners provided critical support, including educational materials, digital learning devices, wellness checks, meals, and vaccination sites, which significantly contributed to community well-being[3].