๐ฒโจ **Kindergartners Create Stone Soup Magic!** โจ๐ฒ
Today, our little chefs in Kindergarten embarked on a magical Stone Soup activity inspired by the classic story. ๐ Each child added their special ingredient to the pot, turning it into a masterpiece of flavors! ๐ฅ๐ฅ
But guess what made its way into the pot? Stones! ๐ชจ๐ Just like in the story, these stones symbolize the power of sharing and cooperation. Together, the kindergartners transformed simple ingredients into something extraordinary. ๐๐ฉโ๐ณ
Today's the day! Singsational kicks off at 6 p.m. This annual performance brings together CUSD music students who will fill your heart โ and the CVHS gym โ with song. Livestream available at https://youtube.com/live/JI-Wj0j8lBs?feature=share. ๐ต #MusicInSchools #TheCeresWay
๐๐โโ๏ธ **Bubble Run Fun-draiser Success!** ๐โโ๏ธ๐
Our jackets may be bubbly, but our spirits are even bubblier after an amazing Bubble Run! ๐ซง
Kudos to every student for fantastic participation and making great choices during this Student Council fundraiser. ๐๐
A huge shout-out to the families who came to cheer on their students and support the event. Your enthusiasm made it even more special! ๐๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ
All schools and offices in the Ceres Unified School District will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday, Nov. 23 and Friday, Nov. 24, 2023. We will look forward to seeing students and staff back at school on Monday, Nov. 27. ๐ฆ๐
With heartfelt appreciation to those who have served, those who continue to serve, and to their families who have also sacrificed. ๐บ๐ธ #VeteransDay2023
All schools and offices in the Ceres Unified School District will be closed in observance of the Veterans Day holiday on Friday, Nov. 10, 2023. ๐บ๐ธ
The Association of California School Administrators selects ๏ฟผone Elementary Co-Administrator of the Year for the entire state of California and he is CUSDโs own Nate Diamantine! Nate, who is the Assistant Principal at Patricia Kay Beaver Leadership Magnet, was honored at ACSAโs annual Leadership Summit. ๐๐คฉ #TeamCUSD #TheCeresWay
Who's ready for an extra hour of sleep? ๐๏ธ Daylight saving time ends at 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 5. Clocks on most cell phones and smart watches will automatically reset tonight. Remember to set non internet-connected clocks back an hour before you go to bed. โฐ ๐ค #FallBack
Mark your calendar and register at (209) 556-1559 for these free upcoming workshops from the CUSD Family Resource Center:
Bilingual Story Time - Stanislaus County Library
Children ages 2-5
Tuesday, Dec.5, 2023
9:00-10:30 a.m.
2491 Lawrence St., Ceres (Annex, Room 1)
Sensory Story Time - Breathing Through
Children ages 2-5
Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024
9:30-10:30 a.m.
2555 Lawrence St., Ceres (Argus Rooms 32/33)
Zumba Class
Free childcare available (must register in advance)
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
9:00-10:00 a.m.
2555 Lawrence St., Ceres (Argus Rooms 32/33)
It was #FallFestival at the Ken Moncrief Agriculture Center! Central Valley High School students welcomed elementary students from across the district, leading fun and interactive activities about all things agriculture. This event is an annual favorite that takes a village to coordinate. Thank you to everyone who helped make it a success! For more photos, please visit our Facebook page. ๐๐ฑ๐ฎ๐ #TheCeresWay
Because the State does not provide complete or reliable funding for facilities, schools cannot maintain safe learning environments that meet current instructional standards without a local funding source. In order to complete identified repairs and improvements across all school sites, the CUSD Board of Trustees is considering placing a local bond measure on the ballot next year for local voters to consider. To learn more, please visit www.ceres.k12.ca.us/page/facilities-upgrades.
Monday, Oct. 30 is a non-student day as our staff engage in district-wide professional learning. Weโll look forward to seeing students back at school on Tuesday, Oct. 31. ๐
๐ง Traffic Advisory โ ๏ธ
We have been notified by the City of Ceres that westbound Service Road will be closed immediately west of the Morgan Road intersection, in front of the new AM/PM, on Oct. 30-31. The Service/Morgan intersection will remain open, but the City is asking motorists in the area to expect delays, follow detour signage, and slow through construction zones. Westbound Service Road will reopen on Nov. 1.
Monday, Oct. 30 is a non-student day as our staff engage in district-wide professional learning. Weโll look forward to seeing students back at school on Tuesday, Oct. 31. ๐
๐ง Traffic Advisory โ ๏ธ
We have been notified by the City of Ceres that westbound Service Road will be closed immediately west of the Morgan Road intersection, in front of the new AM/PM, on Oct. 30-31. The Service/Morgan intersection will remain open, but the City is asking motorists in the area to expect delays, follow detour signage, and slow through construction zones. Westbound Service Road will reopen on Nov. 1.
The recently completed facilities master planning process identified upgrades and repairs needed to help prepare students for college and the workforce and ensure that all CUSD students have access to safe and modern classrooms, labs and educational facilities equal to what other students in Stanislaus County already have. To learn more and view the completed Facilities Masters Plan, please visit www.ceres.k12.ca.us/page/facilities-upgrades.
What a fantastic turnout for this yearโs first CUSD Town Hall meeting! Thank you to all of the families who took part in this important conversation about school safety, our staff whose work made the event possible, and the organizations and agencies who participated, including Ceres Police and Fire departments. For more photos, please visit our Facebook page.
Say "boo" to the flu! ๐ป๐ In partnership with Stanislaus County Health Services Agency, CUSD is hosting an annual flu clinic that is FREE for our enrolled students:
๐๏ธ Friday, Oct. 27
โฐ 1-5 p.m.
๐ Argus/Endeavor Multiuse Room, 2503 Lawrence St, Ceres
A limited supply of flu vaccines is also available for CUSD families, caregivers and staff.
๐๐ง๐ฅ๏ธ **Tech-Savvy Second Graders!** ๐๐ฆ๐ฅ๏ธ
Our second graders are off to an impressive start this year, confidently using Chromebooks! ๐๐
They're harnessing the power of technology with Pear Deck, connecting with their teachers in real time and exploring virtual manipulatives. ๐ก๐
It's incredible to see how they're embracing tech in transformative ways. The future is bright! ๐๐ป
Recently, CUSD partnered with architects and school construction experts to assess the condition of our local school facilities. The resulting Facilities Master Plan highlighted that upgrades are needed to security cameras, radios, and security systems at all schools. To learn more about steps CUSD is taking to keep local students safe, please visit www.ceres.k12.ca.us/page/facilities-upgrades.
๐ข๐ **Counting Fun in Bridge to Learning!** ๐๐ข
Our kindergarteners in the after-school program are having a blast working on number order and counting. ๐ They're adding a seasonal twist with themed counters to spark some extra excitement! ๐๐
Learning can be so much fun! ๐๐
CUSD's Family Resource Center is hosting a free Sensory Storytime featuring yoga, games, and dance for children ages 2-5 and one caregiver! ๐ง๐๐
๐๏ธ Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023
โฐ 9:30-10:30 a.m.
๐ Argus/Endeavor Rooms 32/33, 2555 Lawrence St., Ceres
โ๏ธ To register, please call (209) 556-1559
