Friday, Nov. 1 is a non-student day as staff participate in professional learning during our district-wide Instructional Summit. A new attendance month will begin for students on Monday, November 4. We look forward to seeing everyone at school then!
A reminder that students with 1 or fewer absences in November will be automatically entered into their school’s drawing for up to $600 in prizes of their choice. For more information, please visit https://ceresunifiedsdca.sites.thrillshare.com/o/cusd/page/attendance-incentives.
Ceres loves a parade! 🎉🥁💃📣🏈 Thank you to everyone who came out to cheer on our Hawks and Bulldogs at the 2nd #CrosstownShowdownParade! Our athletes, cheerleaders, band students, and dancers were feeling the 🫶. Big thanks to all of the city and district staff who made this event happen, and to our community, including neighbors and businesses along the parade route, for the overwhelming support. There's no place like Ceres! For more photos, please see the 2024 Crosstown Showdown Parade album on our Facebook page. #OneTeam #TheCeresWay
Students and families received valuable information at this week's CUSD College & Career Family Night! 🎉 Thank you to everyone who made this event a success – all of the presenters 🗣️, college and university representatives 🎓🏫, employers 💼, families who attended 👨👩👧👦, and CUSD staff 👏. Our #CUSDcommunity is the best! 💙🌟 For more photos, please visit our Facebook page. #BrightFutures #TheCeresWay
Thank you to everyone who made this year's first CUSD Town Hall a success as families and presenters engaged in important conversations about school safety! The next meeting will be held on Thursday, Jan. 30. Save the date!
The Central Valley FFA Fall Festival is an annual favorite, and this year was no exception! Students from every CUSD elementary school enjoyed fun and informative activities led by CV Ag students. Nice work by everyone involved! 🍂🚜🐮🎃 For more photos, please visit our Facebook page. #TeamCUSD #Harvest #FarmToTable #TheCeresWay
👻 Help us #NameTheGhost! 👻
This spook-y little sticker is October's giveaway for the #CUSDreads Superintendent's Book Club! We’ve seen it appear on laptops and more as students get into the spirit of reading books, 📚 writing reviews, ✍️ and earning rewards. 🎁
There's just one thing missing. 🤔 Our anonymous apparition has no name. ☹️ Let's give this #HappyHaunt a handle! 🪪🆔
Drop your spook-tacular name suggestions in the comments or email communications@ceres.k12.ca.us. We’ll accept submissions through Friday (Oct. 11, 2024). Let's get creative! 🎃🫶 #Boo-tifulBooks #LetsRead #TheCeresWay
It's October. 🎃🍂 Do you know what that means? Students with no more than 1⃣ absence this month are automatically entered into their school's drawing for a trip to Disneyland (or equivalent prize of their choice)! ✨🎇 Show up. Be entered to win. That's all there is to it! For details, please visit https://ceresunifiedsdca.sites.thrillshare.com/o/cusd/page/attendance-incentives. #InItToWinIt #SchoolEveryDay #TheCeresWay
Let's read, CUSD! Dr. Amy Peterman invites students to join the #CUSDreads Superintendent's Book Club. Students who read a book on their own time and turn in a review at their school library by Oct. 31 receive a CUSD Reads sticker and this month's "I 🧡 Boooks" sticker. There's a new reward every month! PLUS every review a student turns in through March is entered into their school's drawing for an e-reader. Find out more at https://www.ceres.k12.ca.us/o/cusd/page/cusd-reads. 📚😍 #ReadBooks #WriteReviews #EarnRewards #TheCeresWay
Today, our Youth Advisory Council met to discuss important issues affecting education. These young leaders are shaping the future by sharing their perspectives and ideas, ensuring that student voices are heard and valued in every decision. #YAC #EducationalPartners #TheCeresWay
CUSD is proud to continue our district-wide FACTOR program to help families support their children's educational journey! Registration forms were sent home with students and can be returned to any school site.
FACTOR: Preparing for the University
Wednesdays, beginning October 2, 2024
8:45-10:15 a.m. or 5:30-7:00 p.m.
Carroll Fowler Elementary School
FACTOR 2: Emotional Development and Use of Technology
Tuesdays, beginning October 1, 2024
8:45-10:15 a.m. or 5:30-7:00 p.m.
Mae Hensley Junior High School
Graduation: Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.
These weekly workshops in English and Spanish offer practical information on the social, emotional, and physical development of children in grades TK-12, along with useful information and resources for navigating the educational system, becoming college and career ready, and developing 21st century skills. Join the 619 parents who have graduated from the FACTOR program so far! Did we mention there are weekly raffles? For additional information, please contact Ceres Adult School at (209) 556-1557.
CUSD teachers investing an afternoon with Grace Dearborn, author of "Conscious Classroom Management," to explore practical strategies for positive, inclusive, and productive learning environments. #LifelongLearners #TheCeresWay
The devastating effects of suicide can touch anyone. Pain isn’t always obvious, but suicide is preventable. Spread awareness, encourage conversations, and if you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for help:
☎️ 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (call or text 988)
☎️ Crisis & Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-888-506-5991
☎️ Stanislaus County Community Services Response Team/Warm Line 209-558-4600
CUSD also has mental health services available at all of our schools. For information on recognizing warning signs of suicide, please visit https://www.suicideispreventable.org/. 🖤 #WSPD2024
There's no doubt about it ... our #Hawks are happy to be back! That's the last of this year's #BackToSchool Nights, but there are plenty of great things on the horizon. 🌄🤩 Check here often to see what's afoot in our #CUSDcommunity! For more photos, please visit our Facebook page.
Wishing our CUSD community a safe and happy #LaborDay, whether at work or at play! 🇺🇸💪
In celebration of the Labor Day holiday, all schools and offices in the Ceres Unified School District are closed on Monday, Sept. 2, 2024. We look forward to seeing everyone back at school on Tuesday.
A note from Superintendent Dr. Amy Peterman to CUSD Staff:
As we approach Labor Day, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt appreciation for each of you. Your hard work, dedication, and passion make a significant difference in the lives of our students and the entire community of Ceres.
Labor Day is a time to celebrate the contributions of workers across all fields, and in our district, we have so much to be proud of. Each of you plays a crucial role in ensuring our students receive the best education possible. From whichever position you hold, your efforts are invaluable.
I hope you can take this long weekend to relax, recharge, and spend time with your loved ones. You deserve it!
To our entire CUSD Community, thank you for everything you do to support Ceres students and schools. I look forward to continuing our work together to make this school year a great success.
Happy Labor Day!
Amy
CUSD Families, if your child was unable to start school due to missing required immunizations, please come to a vaccination clinic on August 20 from 1:00-5:30 p.m. in the Argus Multipurpose Room, 2503 Lawrence St., Ceres. CUSD has partnered with the Stanislaus County Health Services Agency to offer this clinic at no cost to eligible enrolled students. Please bring your child's immunization record and any insurance information. Questions? Please call (209) 558-7700.
New Chromebooks are coming students’ way for the 2024-25 school year! The devices feature touch screens, faster processing, USB-C charging and longer battery life to support learning. Families, please see ParentSquare or visit https://www.ceres.k12.ca.us/article/1668667 to learn more. 💻🆕
Please join us in welcoming Ceres High School's Alana Inahara and Central Valley High School's Valeria Torres Aleman, our 2024-25 Student Representatives to the Board of Trustees! 👏 #SchoolGovernance #StudentVoices #TheCeresWay
The first day of a new school year is still days away and learning is already underway for the CUSD #LeadershipAcademy Class of 2025! This 7-month program is open to any CUSD employee interested in building their capacity as a leader. Session 1 delved into discovering our "working geniuses" – natural abilities that bring us energy, joy, and fulfillment. 🧠💡📖🤩 #GeniusAtWork #TeamCUSD #TheCeresWay
Back-to-School Countdown, Day 7⃣ - Can you believe we're just one week from the start of a brand new school year? The first day of school is Wednesday, August 14. Please see other important dates on the 2024-25 calendar and a schedule of school start and end times. We can't wait! 🤗👏🤸 #BackToSchool #TeamCUSD #TheCeresWay
