January is #SchoolBoardRecognitionMonth! Please join us in extending a heartfelt thank you to our Board of Trustees for their dedicated leadership as champions for CUSD. Special thanks to Trustee Lourdes Perez for her service as Board President over the past year, and congratulations to newly elected Board President Hugo Molina and Clerk Brian de la Porte. 👏 #TeamCUSD #TheCeresWay
2 months ago, Ceres Unified School District
All Board members standing in front of dais
CUSD's Whitmore Charter High School offers flexible learning for students in grades 9-12. Interested in online and in-person classes, college credit courses, small class sizes, and no school on Fridays? Mark your calendar for WCHS's Information Night: Wednesday, January 24 5:30-6:30 p.m. 3435 Don Pedro Road, Ceres Food and beverages provided! Please phone (209) 556-1617 with any questions.
2 months ago, Ceres Unified School District
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Honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and reflecting on his vision for a just and equitable world. To learn more about the civil rights leader, visit https://kids.britannica.com/kids/article/Martin-Luther-King-Jr/353339. #MLKday2024
2 months ago, Ceres Unified School District
Smiling Martin Luther King, Jr. waves in front of large crowd. Text reads, "So even though we face the difficulties of today and tomorrow, I still have a dream."
All schools and offices in the Ceres Unified School District will be closed in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday on Monday, January 15, 2024. We look forward to seeing everyone back at school on Tuesday, January 16. Wishing our students, staff, families, and community a safe and pleasant weekend!
3 months ago, Ceres Unified School District
MLK Day January 15, 2024
While students enjoyed the last day of the winter break, CUSD staff gathered for professional learning! We can’t wait to see students back at school tomorrow, Jan. 9. Reminder: Students with one or fewer absences in January are eligible for their school’s drawing for a Nintendo Switch! #TeamCUSD #TheCeresWay
3 months ago, Sal Chavez
Teachers Collaborating in small groups.
Teachers Collaborating in small groups.
Teachers Collaborating in small groups.
Teachers Collaborating in small groups.
Teachers Collaborating in small groups.
Teachers Collaborating in small groups.
Teachers Collaborating in small groups.
Teachers Collaborating in small groups.
Teachers Collaborating in small groups.
We’re so excited and we just can’t hide it! 😁🤗 School resumes on Tuesday, Jan. 9. As a reminder, students with one or fewer absences in January are eligible for their school’s drawing for a brand new Nintendo Switch!
3 months ago, Ceres Unified School District
Boy scrunches face while smiling; text reads welcome back Tuesday, Jan. 9
January attendance flyer for Nintendo Switch drawing
🎉 Wishing our students, staff, families, and community a new year filled with kindness, joy, and endless possibilities! 🌟 2⃣0⃣2⃣4⃣ #HappyNewYear #BestYearYet #TheCeresWay
3 months ago, Ceres Unified School District
Black Background with gold fireworks and test, "Happy New Year 2024"
A surprise visit from a #GamingTruck THRILLED students in the After-school Education and Safety program. The truck is making the rounds to reward positive attendance. #ASES #SchoolEveryDay #TheCeresWay
3 months ago, Ceres Unified School District
Students at console play video game
Students play games in gaming truck
Student at console plays video game
Students in darkened gaming space lit by video displays, holiday lights
CUSD's Family Resource Center held its first-ever #HolidayNight! Gifts donated by our staff and turkey with all the trimmings went home with families who also enjoyed hot cocoa, candy canes, and visits with the big guy himself! 🎄🎅⛄ Congrats to our #StudentServices team on this warm and wonderful event, with thanks to all who helped make it possible. 🥰 #HolidaySpirit #TheCeresWay
3 months ago, Ceres Unified School District
Santa listens to little boy wearing burgundy jacket
Smiling girl holds candy cane
Brothers in plaid jackets talk to Santa
Smiling girl in pink plaid holds stack of wrapped gifts
Visit with Santa
Mom and two boys hold gifts
Staff member hands frozen turkey to parent
Three smiling staff members in holiday headwear
CUSD schools will be closed for the winter break beginning Friday, Dec. 22, 2023 through Monday, Jan. 8, 2024. School resumes on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024. Wishing our students, staff, families, and community safe and happy holidays! ⛄️
3 months ago, Ceres Unified School District
Winter Break Dec 22-Jan 8
CUSD's After School Education and Safety program (ASES) is excited to announce a new partnership with Turlock Sports Park! ASES students in grades 4-6 can access free sports camps and professional coaching during the ASES program at their school. This partnership is part of CUSD’s ongoing commitment to supporting student wellbeing. To learn more about ASES, please visit https://ceresunifiedsdca.sites.thrillshare.com/o/cusd/page/after-school-education-and-safety-program-ases, or contact your child’s school to enroll.
4 months ago, Ceres Unified School District
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A special, early visit at Adkison and Westport Elementary. CUSD students are always on the #NiceList! ✨ #TheCeresWay! For more photos, please visit our Facebook page.
4 months ago, Ceres Unified School District
Santa entering classroom, arms outflung in greeting
Little girls hugs Santa
Three preschool students in dresses react with excitement to Santa's visit
Santa gives little girl a gift
During Computer Science Education Week, students at Lucas Elementary Dual Language Academy participated in Microsoft Education's Minecraft Hour of Code. Students heard from special presenters and used problem solving, creativity, and computational thinking to learn the basics of coding. For more photos, please visit our Facebook page.
4 months ago, Ceres Unified School District
Students hear virtually from guest speakers
Teacher assists student using Chromebook
Two students seated side-by-side with Chromebooks on laps
Student participates in Minecraft Hour of Code
CUSD is hiring! Mark your calendar for our Dec. 18 Job Fair if you: ✅ Have a high school diploma ✅ Enjoy working with children ✅ Want to work during school hours Qualified applicants who apply in advance at https://www.edjoin.org/Home/DistrictJobPosting/1870415 will be guaranteed an interview. We’re also seeking substitute paraprofessionals to set their own schedule. Come be a part of #TeamCUSD!
4 months ago, Ceres Unified School District
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It was the most wonderful time of the year as South Modesto Businesses United held its traditional Posada Navidena! There were tamales, hot cocoa, and holiday cheer for all, along with gifts for Don Pedro and Hidahl Elementary students. Hello, Trustee Ruiz and Superintendent Wickham! 👋
4 months ago, Ceres Unified School District
Santa and friends
Board member and students
Board member offers student a choice of gift cards
Board member reaching into envelope
Supervisor Condit and Superintendent Wickham distributing gifts
Santa's Special Saturday is an inclusive event with sensory-safe activities for students. Please RSVP at gg.gg/sss2023: Saturday, Dec. 16 9:00 a.m.-noon Central Valley High School Cafeteria, 4033 Central Ave., Ceres The event will include free gifts for children, hot cocoa and coffee, photo ops, holiday crafts, and an opportunity to meet Santa Claus!
4 months ago, Ceres Unified School District
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Lifelong learning is a priority for CUSD, and our school board is leading by example! Along with Drs. Wickham and Peterman, Board members attended the California School Boards Association #AnnualEducationConference where sessions address effective school governance, student achievement, and issues affecting public education. #TeamCUSD #CeresLearns #TheCeresWay
4 months ago, Ceres Unified School District
Board members and staff  stand in front of building with orange conference sign
Congratulations to Jatziri, Don Pedro Elementary's November attendance winner who took home a brand new PS5! #SchoolEveryDay #TheCeresWay
4 months ago, Ceres Unified School District
Jatziri, wearing pink hoodie, holds her new PS5
We have thousands of reasons to be thankful … but we couldn’t fit you all in one photo! Wishing our students, staff, families, and community a safe and contented #Thanksgiving holiday. 🦃🍂 #TheCeresWay
4 months ago, Ceres Unified School District
Collage of smiling students with Thankful written on white oval
Feeling #thankful for our outstanding CUSD music staff and students for this week’s incredible Singsational choral concert! Fourth grade honor choir students opened with a joyful rendition of Yellow Submarine. As always, our junior high and high school students brought their A-game! The combined choirs ended the night with De Colores. Bravo! 🎵🤩 If you missed it, see the livestream at https://youtube.com/live/JI-Wj0j8lBs?feature=share. #TheCeresWay
4 months ago, Ceres Unified School District
Combined choirs perform
Music teachers provide accompaniment
Parents wave and hold cell phones  to film performance
Music teacher conducts, with students in foreground and audience in background