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Superintendent’s 100-Day Report
This year, Riverside Unified welcomed our new Superintendent, Dr. Sonia Llamas, who began her tenure with a simple but powerful approach: listening.
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Measure O Projects & Progress
RUSD staff and Board Trustees continue to make substantial progress on the upgrades to facilities and schools with Measure O funding. Click on the link below to learn more about your school’s project and progress!
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February 17, 2026 - Tuesday's Talk Video
![February 9, 2026 - Monday's Message Video]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1754949989/riversideunifiedorg/r9itmkbo3uwun1qz7rpj/YellowAndRedUnboxingAndReviewYouTubeThumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1754949989/riversideunifiedorg/r9itmkbo3uwun1qz7rpj/YellowAndRedUnboxingAndReviewYouTubeThumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1754949989/riversideunifiedorg/r9itmkbo3uwun1qz7rpj/YellowAndRedUnboxingAndReviewYouTubeThumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1754949989/riversideunifiedorg/r9itmkbo3uwun1qz7rpj/YellowAndRedUnboxingAndReviewYouTubeThumbnail.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1754949989/riversideunifiedorg/r9itmkbo3uwun1qz7rpj/YellowAndRedUnboxingAndReviewYouTubeThumbnail.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1754949989/riversideunifiedorg/r9itmkbo3uwun1qz7rpj/YellowAndRedUnboxingAndReviewYouTubeThumbnail.png","width":2200}])
February 9, 2026 - Monday's Message Video
![Three Riverside Unified schools: Casa Blanca Elementary School, Harada Elementary School, and John W. North High School earned recognition at the Riverside State of the City Address for their commitment to maintaining beautiful, welcoming campuses.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770412201/riversideunifiedorg/nazkb0sfruulw3upt3oy/a932f751-729e-4235-b9f3-e04d2de79ec2.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770412201/riversideunifiedorg/nazkb0sfruulw3upt3oy/a932f751-729e-4235-b9f3-e04d2de79ec2.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770412201/riversideunifiedorg/nazkb0sfruulw3upt3oy/a932f751-729e-4235-b9f3-e04d2de79ec2.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770412201/riversideunifiedorg/nazkb0sfruulw3upt3oy/a932f751-729e-4235-b9f3-e04d2de79ec2.png","width":929}])
Three Riverside Unified schools: Casa Blanca Elementary School, Harada Elementary School, and John W. North High School earned recognition at the Riverside State of the City Address for their commitment to maintaining beautiful, welcoming campuses.
![A Statement From RUSD Regarding Sierra Middle School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1758908598/riversideunifiedorg/tckiftjvszfwecehvwna/pressrelease.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1758908598/riversideunifiedorg/tckiftjvszfwecehvwna/pressrelease.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1758908598/riversideunifiedorg/tckiftjvszfwecehvwna/pressrelease.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1758908598/riversideunifiedorg/tckiftjvszfwecehvwna/pressrelease.png","width":1080}])
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about A Statement From RUSD Regarding Sierra Middle School
![From Listening to Alignment: 100 Day Report]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770141623/riversideunifiedorg/mmg4sduils2r0kjutmje/sonia100daysthumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770141623/riversideunifiedorg/mmg4sduils2r0kjutmje/sonia100daysthumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770141623/riversideunifiedorg/mmg4sduils2r0kjutmje/sonia100daysthumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770141623/riversideunifiedorg/mmg4sduils2r0kjutmje/sonia100daysthumbnail.png","width":1080}])
This year, Riverside Unified welcomed our new Superintendent, Dr. Sonia Llamas, who began her tenure with a simple but powerful approach: listening.
![Super Bowl Friday - February 6th]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770139824/riversideunifiedorg/lem2m8pfvkdiaeo6c9hj/SuperbowlFriday.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770139824/riversideunifiedorg/lem2m8pfvkdiaeo6c9hj/SuperbowlFriday.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770139824/riversideunifiedorg/lem2m8pfvkdiaeo6c9hj/SuperbowlFriday.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1770139824/riversideunifiedorg/lem2m8pfvkdiaeo6c9hj/SuperbowlFriday.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1770139824/riversideunifiedorg/lem2m8pfvkdiaeo6c9hj/SuperbowlFriday.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770139824/riversideunifiedorg/lem2m8pfvkdiaeo6c9hj/SuperbowlFriday.png","width":1728}])
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![Photo of Principal Dahl in front of Central MS]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1753719909/riversideunifiedorg/qqi5zvgqnr4ijhg4m9iy/Screenshot2025-07-02004918.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1753719909/riversideunifiedorg/qqi5zvgqnr4ijhg4m9iy/Screenshot2025-07-02004918.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1753719909/riversideunifiedorg/qqi5zvgqnr4ijhg4m9iy/Screenshot2025-07-02004918.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1753719909/riversideunifiedorg/qqi5zvgqnr4ijhg4m9iy/Screenshot2025-07-02004918.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1753719909/riversideunifiedorg/qqi5zvgqnr4ijhg4m9iy/Screenshot2025-07-02004918.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1753719909/riversideunifiedorg/qqi5zvgqnr4ijhg4m9iy/Screenshot2025-07-02004918.jpg","width":2200}])
Shani Dahl is the proud principal of Central Middle School of Arts and Innovation in Riverside Unified School District. Recognized as the 2023 ACSA Region 19 Middle School Principal of the Year and a former RUSD Principal of the Year, Ms. Dahl is known for her passionate leadership, positive energy, and deep commitment to student success. Loved by students, staff, and families alike, she has a reputation for knowing every child by name and creating a school culture grounded in motivation, encouragement, and excellence.
"Every student deserves to be seen, supported, and inspired—and that’s the heart of everything we do at Central."
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The Board of Education is pleased to announce the selection of Dr. Sonia Llamas as the next Superintendent of the Riverside Unified School District. At its June 26 meeting, the Riverside Unified Board of Education approved the appointment of Dr. Llamas. Her first day as Superintendent will be July 14.
