CUSD’s 20 neighborhood schools include an award-winning K-8 leadership magnet, two dual-language academies and charter school options. CUSD’s graduation rate is among the best in Stanislaus County and well above the state average. To learn more, visit www.ceres.k12.ca.us.
almost 2 years ago, Ceres Unified School District
Two students at table, headline reads "Ensuing Excellence"
Families who attended the CalKIDS workshop learned how to enroll in this state program that kickstarts children's college savings. If you missed it, visit calkids.org or contact the Ceres Family Resource Center at (209) 556-1559.
almost 2 years ago, Ceres Unified School District
Edith Narayan holds microphone , addresses audience
Audience members watch presentation
Staff member in green shirt working with parent at computer
Staff member in green shirt looking at computer screen with parent
School and community spirit on display at the #CrosstownShowdownParade! For more photos, please see the album on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/CeresUnified/posts/pfbid02pzYCKBs2Gh3GFujD9NpaY6DL9c3GtrAHx2kiuGB5xq1481en6Bpran7pkquStBB3l. #TheCeresWay
almost 2 years ago, Ceres Unified School District
Firetruck drives under "Ceres" sign
Ceres HS football players waving pompoms, holding banner
Central Valley HS football players walking in parade
Crowd watching parade
To be an effective school board member takes not only a heart for service, but many hours of professional development. Trustees, Ruiz, Molina, and McConnell attend a Saturday session of California School Boards Association Masters in Governance training with Dr. Wickham! #Leadership #TheCeresWay
almost 2 years ago, Ceres Unified School District
Three board members and superintendent behind table with papers
Wishing our students, staff, families and community a happy Labor Day, with special thanks to our CUSD staff for your hard work and dedication! 👊👏✨ #TeamCUSD #TheCeresWay
almost 2 years ago, Ceres Unified School District
Happy Labor Day graphic
All schools and offices in the Ceres Unified School District will be closed in observance of the Labor Day holiday on Monday, Sept. 4, 2023. Wishing everyone a safe holiday weekend with as little labor as possible!
almost 2 years ago, Ceres Unified School District
Labor Day Graphic English
Labor Day Graphic Spanish
This week's Back-to-School Nights at CHS, PKB Leadership Magnet 7-8, and Walter White Elementary were filled with families visiting classrooms, dancing, cheering, ice cream, and fun! So good to see everyone enjoying the festivities. For more photos, please visit our Facebook page. 💃📣🍦🎉👏 #TheCeresWay
almost 2 years ago, Ceres Unified School District
Students, staff, and Board members pose in a line giving thumbs-up
Bulldogs dance team performs
PKB staff and students smile for the camera
Walter White Principal and students with thumbs-up and ice cream
Our District Office administrative secretaries collaborating on a seamless school year. Efficiency and excellence is #TheCeresWay! ✨👊💯 #PowerMeeting #GettingItDone #BehindTheScenes #TeamCUSD
about 2 years ago, Ceres Unified School District
Snapshots of secretaries meeting
A few of this week's #Back2SchoolNights! Please see our Facebook page for more photos.
about 2 years ago, Ceres Unified School District
Two students flash peace signs at Hidahl Back to School Night
Cesar Chavez Tiger mascot and student
Smiling superintendent and students at Sam Vaughn Elementary
Families and students line up for cotton candy
Upcoming workshops for CUSD families! 🚨 Our CalKIDS workshop assists families in enrolling school-age children in a state program that helps kickstart savings for college or career training after high school. First Steps to Learning is a 6-week program offering fun, free parenting education for families with children ages 0-5. ☎️ Please call (209) 556-1559 for more information or to register.
about 2 years ago, Ceres Unified School District
CalKIDS Flyer English
CalKIDS Flyer Spanish
First Steps Flyer English
First Steps Flyer Spanish
BACK TO SCHOOL COUNTDOWN, DAY 1⃣: We can't wait to welcome students to a new school year tomorrow, 8/16! To help keep everyone safe, please allow extra travel time during school drop-off and pickup times and exercise caution when driving in school zones. 🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️⚠️ #TheCeresWay
about 2 years ago, Ceres Unified School District
Please be extra cautious in school zones
Tenga mucho cuidado en las zonas escolares
BACK TO SCHOOL COUNTDOWN, DAY 2⃣: Reunited and it feels so good! 🎵 The first Back-to-School Nights of 2023-2024 took place this evening at several schools. It's sooooo good to see smiling students, families, and staff back together again! 😃 #WelcomeBack #TheCeresWay
about 2 years ago, Ceres Unified School District
Adkison Gator with staff and student
Teacher and two students in front of back to school sign
Adkison principal and AP with two students near balloons
Families gathered in front of pop-up tent at Adkison
Family of four smiles at Adkison Back to School night
Student and parent look at papers on table
Smiling mom with little boy in front of tan brick wall
Assistant Principal smiles with two students in front of Virginia Parks banner
Mom and student look at class lists at Virginia Parks
Principal Tate with three students and parent on bench in front of school office
BACK TO SCHOOL COUNTDOWN, DAY 3⃣: As part of our commitment to the wellbeing of the whole child, CUSD is excited to continue offering free after-school care until 6 p.m., free online tutoring, and free breakfast and lunch for enrolled CUSD students. Families, please keep an eye on ParentSquare for more information or visit www.ceres.k12.ca.us and click Parents. Still need to enroll? It's not too late! Follow the link above. #TheCeresWay
about 2 years ago, Ceres Unified School District
Back to school graphic
BACK TO SCHOOL COUNTDOWN, DAY 4⃣: If your student needs immunizations, don't miss the FREE back-to-school immunization clinic on Tues., Aug. 15, from 1:30-5:30 p.m. at the CUSD District Office, 2503 Lawrence St., Ceres. Questions? Please call (209) 558-7700 or visit www.SCHSA.org
about 2 years ago, Ceres Unified School District
Immunization Clinic Flyer English
Immunization Clinic Flyer Spanish
BACK TO SCHOOL COUNTDOWN, DAY 5⃣: We can’t wait to see students and families at this year's Back-to-School Nights, beginning this Monday, August 14! Some schools host pre-BTSN events, so please be on the lookout for details from your child’s school. 🎒✏️🏫🎉 #Welcome #TheCeresWay
about 2 years ago, Ceres Unified School District
Yellow graphic with backpack, dates
CUSD is proud to incorporate student voices into decision-making, and excited to welcome our Student Representatives to the Board of Trustees for 2023-2024! Leilah, representing CHS, and Natalia, representing CVHS, stopped by to meet with Dr. Wickham and check out the Board Room before their first meeting this evening. 💪 #Leadership #SchoolGovernance #TheCeresWay
about 2 years ago, Ceres Unified School District
New student reps seated at conference table with Superintendent
New student reps and Dr. Wickham seated at conference table
New student reps hold their name placards in front of Board dais
Superintendent's team with new Student Reps in front of Board dais
Proficiency scale training helps teachers identify how students meet learning standards. Today, site teams spent a full day on this important work that supports effective instruction tailored to the needs of all students! 😎 More pics on our Facebook page. #TeamCUSD #CeresLearns #TheCeresWay
about 2 years ago, Ceres Unified School District
Presenter with microphone  addresses audience
Smiling teacher engaged in conversation
Teacher participates in training
Educators gather at tables for training
BACK TO SCHOOL COUNTDOWN, DAY 6⃣: We 👀 you, BK Sharks 🦈 and CHS Bulldogs 🐾👋👏! Students have been stopping by campuses all week for registration events. Only 🖐️☝️ more days until the #1stDayOfSchool! See more pics on our Facebook page! #TheCeresWay
about 2 years ago, Ceres Unified School District
Student with Shark mascot
Four students under inflatable shark mouth
Student receives document from staff member
Two smiling CHS students in  cafeteria
BACK TO SCHOOL COUNTDOWN, DAY 7⃣: We are officially one week out from the start of a new school year! #TeamCUSD is excited and ready to welcome students on Wednesday, August 16. ⏳⏱️⏰ More pics on our Facebook page! #IsItTimeYet? #HowAboutNow? #CantWait #TheCeresWay
about 2 years ago, Ceres Unified School District
Staff members flash peace signs
Two teachers collaborate
Employee pulls red cart
Smiling employee sorts through files
Employee lifts box
Smiling employee drive Gator
Employees wave and smile
Principal waves from desk
Two employees set up for event
Custodian
The CUSD Leadership Academy is open to any employee seeking to grow their leadership capacity. Nearly 50 staff members met for the first of eight monthly sessions on their way to becoming the #LeadershipAcademy #Classof2024! Keep an eye on this dynamic team! #TeamCUSD #TheCeresWay
about 2 years ago, Ceres Unified School District
Two smiling academy participants
Academy participants interact
Two academy participants engage in conversation
Superintendent Denise Wickham holds microphone, smiles