Back-to-School Countdown, Day 1️⃣ - Our first round of Back to School Nights gave us a sneak peek of the excitement that’s just one day away! 💥 Thank you to the families who braved the heat to tour campuses and connect with staff last night. We stopped by PKB, Caswell, Hidahl, and Lucas, where the classrooms were cool and the vibes even cooler! 🧊😎
Students, get a good night’s rest. 💤 We can't wait to welcome everyone back tomorrow morning! 💙🎒 #CountingDown #SoLongSummer #TheAdventureBegins #TheCeresWay
Students, get a good night’s rest. 💤 We can't wait to welcome everyone back tomorrow morning! 💙🎒 #CountingDown #SoLongSummer #TheAdventureBegins #TheCeresWay
Back to School Countdown, Day 3️⃣ – Mark your calendar for Back to School Nights, beginning Monday, August 10! 🎒 🗓️ What a fun time to visit classrooms, meet teachers, and get the school year off to a positive start. ✨ #WelcomeFamilies #TheCeresWay
Adkison Elementary ● August 10 @ 5:30 p.m.
PK Beaver TK-6 ● August 10 @ 5:30 p.m.
PK Beaver 7-8 ● August 19 @ 5:30 p.m.
Caswell DLA ● August 10 @ 5:30 p.m.
Don Pedro Elementary ● August 11 @ 5:30 p.m.
Fowler Elementary ● August 11 @ 6:00 p.m.
Hidahl Elementary ● August 10 @ 5:00 p.m.
La Rosa Elementary ● August 11 @ 5:30 p.m.
Lucas DLA ● August 10 @ 6:00 p.m.
Parks Elementary ● August 11 @ 6:00 p.m.
Sinclear Elementary ● August 10 @ 6:00 p.m.
Vaughn Elementary ● August 18 @ 6:00 p.m.
Westport Elementary ● August 11 @ 5:30 p.m.
Walter White Elementary ● August 18 @ 6:00 p.m.
Whitmore Charter ● August 13 @ 5:00 p.m.
Arrollo JHS ● August 19 @ 5:30 p.m.
Blaker-Kinser JHS ● August 19 @ 6:00 p.m.
Hensley JHS ● August 19 @ 5:30 p.m.
Argus/Endeavor ● August 17 @ 5:00 p.m.
Central Valley HS ● August 26 @ 6:00 p.m.
Ceres HS ● August 25 @ 5:30 p.m.
Back-to-School Countdown, Day 4️⃣ - CUSD is committed to providing, clear, accurate, and timely communication. 💯 Here are a few of the tools we use to share information:
ParentSquare is our go-to for communicating directly with families and high school students. Look for an email from your school or get started at https://www.parentsquare.com/signin. 💬
Our school and district websites are the place to find news, information, and answers when you need them. Visit www.ceres.k12.ca.us. 🌐
The CUSD App offers daily essentials and fun content at your fingertips anytime, anywhere. 📱
Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube are where we showcase achievements, share quick updates, and connect with our community. Follow us on all three! 👍
ParentSquare is our go-to for communicating directly with families and high school students. Look for an email from your school or get started at https://www.parentsquare.com/signin. 💬
Our school and district websites are the place to find news, information, and answers when you need them. Visit www.ceres.k12.ca.us. 🌐
The CUSD App offers daily essentials and fun content at your fingertips anytime, anywhere. 📱
Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube are where we showcase achievements, share quick updates, and connect with our community. Follow us on all three! 👍
Back to School Countdown, Day 5️⃣ – We glimpsed the future! 👀 This week, secondary students picked up schedules, reconnected with friends, and got set for a new school year full of possibilities! 📚✨
This time next week, our campuses – and our hearts – will be full. 💙 #IsItAugust12Yet? #Back2School #CountingDown #WeCantWait #TheCeresWay
This time next week, our campuses – and our hearts – will be full. 💙 #IsItAugust12Yet? #Back2School #CountingDown #WeCantWait #TheCeresWay
Back to School Countdown, Day 6️⃣ - What an inspiring Back2School Bash! 🎉 From backpacks, socks, and school supplies to Yogurt Mill froyo and smiling faces, our third annual event was all about resources, community, and connection for CUSD students and families. 🎒🍨😄
A big shoutout to our Family Resource Center and Student Services team, and a special thank you to the volunteers and community partners who brought our #Back2SchoolBash2026 to life. 🫶✨ #B2SB #CountingDown #TheCeresWay
A big shoutout to our Family Resource Center and Student Services team, and a special thank you to the volunteers and community partners who brought our #Back2SchoolBash2026 to life. 🫶✨ #B2SB #CountingDown #TheCeresWay
We’re proud to introduce our 2026–2027 Student Representatives to the CUSD Board of Trustees: Emma Juarez of CHS 🐾 and Elijah Younan of CVHS 🦅.
As student representatives, Emma and Eli will bring valuable student perspectives to the Board, highlight student achievements, and help ensure student voice informs decision-making.
Please join us in congratulating Emma and Eli! 👏 #LeadTogether #TheCeresWay
As student representatives, Emma and Eli will bring valuable student perspectives to the Board, highlight student achievements, and help ensure student voice informs decision-making.
Please join us in congratulating Emma and Eli! 👏 #LeadTogether #TheCeresWay
Back to School Countdown, Day 7️⃣ – POV: You’re just a week away from a journey that will challenge you, inspire you, and shape your future. And you 🎒 are 🖍 ready!! 💥
Kinder Camp is in full swing, and our youngest learners are getting comfortable, gaining confidence, and proving that little 🟰 mighty! 💪
We can't wait to see these and many more smiling faces on the first day of school, Wednesday, August 12. 🎉 For more photos, please visit our Facebook page. #ClassOf2039 #CountingDown #TheCeresWay
Kinder Camp is in full swing, and our youngest learners are getting comfortable, gaining confidence, and proving that little 🟰 mighty! 💪
We can't wait to see these and many more smiling faces on the first day of school, Wednesday, August 12. 🎉 For more photos, please visit our Facebook page. #ClassOf2039 #CountingDown #TheCeresWay
Back to School Countdown, Day 8️⃣ – It’s a bash! 🎉 CUSD’s annual #Back2SchoolBash offers FREE backpacks, school supplies, socks, and more to help our enrolled students prepare for the new school year. 🎒✏🧦 Did we mention free frozen yogurt from Yogurt Mill? 🍨
🗓 Thursday, August 6
⏰ 9-11 a.m.
📍 2491 Lawrence St., Ceres
☎️ Contact our Family Resource Center at (209) 556-1559 with any questions
#CountingDown #TheCeresWay
🗓 Thursday, August 6
⏰ 9-11 a.m.
📍 2491 Lawrence St., Ceres
☎️ Contact our Family Resource Center at (209) 556-1559 with any questions
#CountingDown #TheCeresWay
Back to School Countdown, Day 9️⃣ - We're in the single digits, CUSD! 🚨 Whether you set multiple alarms "just in case" or run on caffeine and hope, here are the official start and dismissal times for the 2026-27 school year. ⏰☕ For detailed bell schedules, please visit our school websites. 🔔 #Back2School #CountingDown #NewSchoolYear #TheCeresWay See less
The first day of school is Wednesday, August 12! 🎒🎉 Viist https://www.ceres.k12.ca.us/o/cusd/page/back-to-school for the school year calendar and other important information. 🗓️ #CountingDown #NewSchoolYear #TheCeresWay
Did you know it’s not too late for children age 4+ by Sept. 1, 2026, to enroll for the 2026-27 school year? 🎒
Getting started is easy! 🪄 Visit www.ceres.k12.ca.us and click "Enrolling Students."
At CUSD, we’re committed to making sure every child has access to quality instruction and unique opportunities, with the tools and support they need to succeed. ✨ Here's just some of what we offer:
🍏 Free meals & free after-school care
🏫 Clean, welcoming campuses and caring staff
❤️ Social, emotional, and behavioral supports
💻 Take-home Chromebooks and free online tutoring
☀️ Free summer programs and more!
Discover #TheCeresWay today! 🎉
#CUSD #CeresUnified #CUSDfam #StudentSuccess #NowEnrolling #TK #Kindergarten
Getting started is easy! 🪄 Visit www.ceres.k12.ca.us and click "Enrolling Students."
At CUSD, we’re committed to making sure every child has access to quality instruction and unique opportunities, with the tools and support they need to succeed. ✨ Here's just some of what we offer:
🍏 Free meals & free after-school care
🏫 Clean, welcoming campuses and caring staff
❤️ Social, emotional, and behavioral supports
💻 Take-home Chromebooks and free online tutoring
☀️ Free summer programs and more!
Discover #TheCeresWay today! 🎉
#CUSD #CeresUnified #CUSDfam #StudentSuccess #NowEnrolling #TK #Kindergarten
Celebrating 250 years since the birth of our nation! 🎉🎆 On July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence established the United States' vision for independence and the right to live freely and pursue a happy and meaningful life. To learn more, check out https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/independence-day.
Happy #4thofJuly, CUSD, and happy birthday, America!🦅🇺🇸 #IndependenceDay #America250th #HappyBirthdayUSA #CelebrateSafely #TheCeresWay
Happy #4thofJuly, CUSD, and happy birthday, America!🦅🇺🇸 #IndependenceDay #America250th #HappyBirthdayUSA #CelebrateSafely #TheCeresWay
All schools and offices in the Ceres Unified School District will be closed in observance of the 4th of July holiday on Friday, July 3, 2026. We wish our CUSD community a safe and happy holiday! 🇺🇸
CUSD’s 2026 Super Summer Academy has officially come to a close, but the learning, growth, and positive relationships will last! ☀️📚 As you can see from the smiles, students and staff had a blast building community and sharing new experiences. 😁🎉
GATE Summer Academy, we see you and your Ozobot coding projects! 👀🤖
Thank you to everyone involved in making this year’s Super Summer Academy one to remember. 🫶 We can’t wait to see you back on the first day of school, August 12, 2026! 🗓
Until then, happy summer! 😎⛱ #CeresLearns #TheCeresWay
GATE Summer Academy, we see you and your Ozobot coding projects! 👀🤖
Thank you to everyone involved in making this year’s Super Summer Academy one to remember. 🫶 We can’t wait to see you back on the first day of school, August 12, 2026! 🗓
Until then, happy summer! 😎⛱ #CeresLearns #TheCeresWay
All schools and offices in the Ceres Unified School District will be closed in observance of the Juneteenth holiday on Friday, June 19. The Super Summer Academy will resume on Monday, June 22.
Juneteenth marks the day in 1865 when news of emancipation reached the last enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, symbolizing freedom, resilience, and the ongoing journey toward liberty and justice for all. We wish our CUSD community a safe and peaceful weekend.
Juneteenth marks the day in 1865 when news of emancipation reached the last enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, symbolizing freedom, resilience, and the ongoing journey toward liberty and justice for all. We wish our CUSD community a safe and peaceful weekend.
Congratulations, CUSD Classes of 2026! For all the photos, please visit our Facebook page.
And just like that, another school year is in the books! 📚✨ We’re grateful to the staff, families, and community partners who had a role, large or small, in supporting student success this year. 💙
We look forward to seeing our summer students on Tuesday, June 9, and to a new school year that begins Wednesday, August 12! 🎒
Please check back Monday for photos from tonight’s CVHS graduation ceremony. 🎓 In the meantime, we wish our CUSD community a safe and happy summer. ☀️
We look forward to seeing our summer students on Tuesday, June 9, and to a new school year that begins Wednesday, August 12! 🎒
Please check back Monday for photos from tonight’s CVHS graduation ceremony. 🎓 In the meantime, we wish our CUSD community a safe and happy summer. ☀️
Are you interested in becoming a part-time Recreational Leader or want to learn more about job opportunities with the after-school program? Mark your calendar for the A.S.E.S. Job Fair!
Did we mention there are FREE tacos for the first 100 people?
Thursday, June 11
2:00-5:00 p.m.
4295 Central Ave., Ceres
www.edjoin.org
Did we mention there are FREE tacos for the first 100 people?
Thursday, June 11
2:00-5:00 p.m.
4295 Central Ave., Ceres
www.edjoin.org
Reminder: The deadline to submit renaming recommendations for Cesar Chavez Junior High School (CCJHS) is Wednesday, May 27, at 11 a.m. Please visit https://www.ceres.k12.ca.us/article/2888612 for additional information, including a link to the renaming form.
An ad hoc committee representing parents/guardians, staff, students, Board members, and community members will meet on Saturday, May 30 at 9 a.m. at CCJHS to narrow the submitted name recommendations to three options. If additional consideration is needed, a second ad hoc committee meeting will be held on Monday, June 1 at 5 p.m. at CCJHS. Both meetings are open to the public.
Final recommendations will be presented to the CUSD Board of Trustees at a future public meeting.
An ad hoc committee representing parents/guardians, staff, students, Board members, and community members will meet on Saturday, May 30 at 9 a.m. at CCJHS to narrow the submitted name recommendations to three options. If additional consideration is needed, a second ad hoc committee meeting will be held on Monday, June 1 at 5 p.m. at CCJHS. Both meetings are open to the public.
Final recommendations will be presented to the CUSD Board of Trustees at a future public meeting.
Celebrating agriculture, opportunity, and student success at the 39th annual Ceres Chamber of Commerce Agribusiness Luncheon. 🌾👏
Congratulations to our four scholarship recipients 🎓 and a special shoutout to Diamond Bar Arena for hosting and our FFA students who helped serve lunch. 🫶 #TheCeresWay
Congratulations to our four scholarship recipients 🎓 and a special shoutout to Diamond Bar Arena for hosting and our FFA students who helped serve lunch. 🫶 #TheCeresWay
