New Teacher Orientation and Information for New Hires for the 2026-2027 School Year
Welcome to AUSD!
Antioch Unified School District hosts three full days of orientation for all new hires. Our goal is to familiarize all new staff members to the AUSD way and ensure that everyone feels confident and comfortable in their new teaching positions with us! Whether this is your very first year as a teacher or if you are a seasoned and experienced educator who has recently joined the AUSD team, we are committed to creating a community of practice that is supportive, meaningful and beneficial for everyone. Below is specific information for our first two days together. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Natasha Thomas, Director of Transformational Teaching and Learning at natashathomas@antiochschools.net or 925-779-7500 ext. 40284.
New Teacher Orientation August 4th & August 5th 2026
We are excited for you to join us as we begin an exciting journey of learning, collaboration, and growth. During orientation you will connect with colleagues, explore district resources and expectations, and gain the tool and support needed for a successful start to the school year. Please review the details below regarding August 4th and August 5th Schedule. If you have any questions please contact Natasha Thomas.
August 4th Agenda At A Glance
Everyone should have received information regarding Day 1 and Day 2 to their personal email address. August 4th will begin at your school site for a site orientation. Lunch and afternoon sessions will take place at Black Diamond Middle School (4730 Sterling Hill Drive, Antioch) in the Theatre. Please contact Natasha Thomas if you have any concerns or questions.
Start Time | End Time | Description |
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8:00 a.m. | 10:30 a.m. | Site Orientation and Check in. Please go to your school site. |
10:30 a.m. | 10:50 a.m. | Travel time to Black Diamond Middle School (4730 Sterling Hill Dr, Antioch) |
11:00 a.m. | 12:15 p.m. | Antioch Education Association (AEA) presentation and lunch provided by AEA |
12:15 p.m. | 12:20 p.m. | Welcome and Introductions |
12:20 p.m. | 12:35 p.m. | Teacher of the Year Welcome |
12:35 p.m. | 1:30 p.m. | Payroll & Benefits Presentation |
1:30 p.m. | 2:30 p.m. | Human Resources Presentation |
2:30 p.m. | 3:00 p.m. | Technology Presentation |
August 5th Agenda At A Glance
Everyone should have received information regarding Day 1 and Day 2 to their personal email address. August 5th will take place at Black Diamond Middle School (4730 Sterling Hill Dr., Antioch), starting in the Theatre. Please contact Natasha Thomas if you have any concerns or questions.
Start Time | End Time | Description |
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8:00 a.m. | 8:15 a.m. | Welcome, Check-in and Overview - Black Diamond Theatre |
8:15 a.m. | 3:00 p.m. | ALL DAY TRAINING - Special Education Staff in the SPED Conference Room 502 |
8:15 a.m. | 9:35 a.m. | Session 1:
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9:35 a.m. | 9:40 a.m. | Transition to Session 2 |
9:40 a.m. | 11:00 a.m. | Session 2:
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11:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | Lunch - On Your Own |
12:00 p.m. | 1:15 p.m. | Session 3:
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1:15 p.m. | 1:20 p.m. | Transition to Session 4 |
1:20 p.m. | 2:40 p.m. | Session 4:
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2:40 p.m. | 2:45 p.m. | Transition to Theatre |
2:45 p .m. | 3:00 p.m. | Closure and Feedback Survey |