ALVORD UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

Mental wellness has captured national headlines in the wake of the pandemic and the multitude of issues that range from human loss to learning loss. Schools have found themselves in the center of the recovery, providing a variety of services for students and their families to ensure students have every opportunity to overcome obstacles and be successful. Our Pupil Support Services team delivers those services in partnership with our schools. Read the latest Community Wellness Newsletter for insight and resources for a healthy 2024.

Our Dual Immersion Language Program, offered at Valley View TK-5 and Terrace TK-5, is open for incoming Kindergarteners. Families who are interested are invited to attend a Parent Information meeting this coming Thursday, January 25, from 9:00-10:30 AM and again 4:30-6:00 PM on Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/91280597729

The information meeting will cover the following topics:

Dual immersion students:

• Achieve high proficiency in two languages (Spanish and English)
• Develop greater cognitive flexibility and superior problem solving skills
• Show more positive attitudes towards other cultures and people
• Are better prepared to work in the global community where a second language is an asset
  

Native Spanish speakers in dual immersion:

• Reach greater proficiency in English than Spanish-speaking students in other programs.
• Maintain strong connections to their culture, family, and community

Students learn in two languages:

• Academic subjects are taught through both English and Spanish instruction beginning in Kindergarten.
• Join us and learn what research says about bilingualism and how children learn in two languages.
• Learn how dual immersion benefits multilingual learners

Make earning college credit a 2024 goal! Alvord students can take FREE online classes at Riverside Community College (RCC) and earn credit at their high school and at RCC. Get experience taking college level classes as a high school student!

Our Adult Education Team is offering a Microsoft Office Suite Certificate Program for adults (18 and over) familiar with the Microsoft Office Suite who want to enhance their skills. Program topics Include:

• Microsoft Office Basics
• Google Applications
• Workplace Technology
• Business Documents & Technology and more.
  
  

Course Details:

Dates: January 23, 2024 - May 9, 2024

Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays

Time: 4:30pm -7:30pm

Location: Alvord High School

Our Adult Education Team is also offering a Basic Computer Literacy Class for adults who want to learn how to navigate the elements of a computer. The course covers the basics of common software and applications that are useful in your everyday life. Program topics include:

• Google Suite
• Password Security
• Networking
• CyberSecurity (how to protect your devices)
• YouTube as a tool
• Artificial Intelligence
• Latest Trends in technology
• Podcasts
• And More.

Course Details:

Dates: January 23, 2024 - May 9, 2024

Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays

Time: 4:30pm -7:30pm

Location: Alvord High School

Our partner, PIQE, is a national organization known for delivering evidence-based programs that engage, empower and transform parents to actively engage in their children’s education and strengthen parent-school collaboration. The workshops are designed to empower parents with information, skills development, and support systems, particularly for families of historically underrepresented students. Contact our Family Engagement Office for more information at 951-396-0126.

The INTRA-District Transfer Window for 2024-2025 for Grades TK-5 will be 1/22/2024-2/9/2024

Intra-district transfer are for families that choose to attend a school other than their school of residence based on the boundaries that are established by the Board of Education. Boundaries are established based on neighborhoods and adjusted routinely as enrollment increases or decreases due to economic or societal factors or other reasons, including intra-district transfers. We are in the process are studying our current boundaries to balance capacity utilization among our schools. In other words, when schools are either too full or too empty, the Board of Education may adjust one or more boundaries to balance enrollment, depending on the circumstances.

The INTRA-District Transfer Window for 2024-2025 for Grades 6-12 is closed.

Visit our web site here for more details and process information. Or call (951) 509-6244.

Presidents Week, February 19-23 (No school)

Spring Break, March 25-29 (No school)
Memorial Day, Monday, May 27 (No school)
Last Day of School, May 31

MEASURE J SAFETY PROJECTS

Our Measure J projects committed to student and staff safety are in various phases as our team navigates construction planning and project management around school schedules and other components. As we plan our summer school programs we will take into consideration the many construction projects underway, and consequently offer our summer program only at specific schools. Security systems, video surveillance, anti-climb fencing, notification systems, and strategic landscaping are among the primary projects you will see in various phases. Get Measure J updates by joining the Parent Square Measure J Community Group.

On behalf of the Board of Education, thank you for choosing Alvord as your education partner. We strive to be our best, so that your children can be their best.

In partnership,

Allan Mucerino

MRS. CAROLYN M. WILSON

President

Lake Hills K-5

Promenade K-5

Villegas 6-8

District Office

MS. GEORGINA RAMIREZ

Vice President
Trustee Area 1

RMK K-5

Twinhill K-5

Valley View K-5

Loma Vista 6-8

MS. LIZETH VEGA
Clerk
Trustee Area 2

Arlanza K-5

La Granada K-5

Terrace K-5

Norte Vista 9-12

Alternative Ed Center

Keller Administration Site

Child Nutrition Services

MRS. JULIE A. MORENO

Member

Trustee Area 3

Collett K-5

Foothill K-5

Myra Linn K-5

Wells 6-8

La Sierra 9-12

MR. ROBERT D. SCHWANDT
Member
Trustee Area 4

McAuliffe K-5

Orrenmaa K-5

Stokoe K-5

Arizona 6-8

Alvord High 11-12

Hillcrest 9-12

Sign Up for Weekly Notifications in Aeries & Follow Your Student's Progress

Visit the Aeries Parent Portal frequently to check on assignments and grades. You can also sign up to receive a weekly notice in Aeries for a quick summary of the grade book, missing assignments, attendance for the week. Here's how to sign up:

• Login to Aeries Parent Portal
• Click on the down arrow on the top right corner after your email address
• Select “Parent Notification Preferences”

• Check the box next to “Receive Weekly Progress Email”
• Select the day and time for notification
• Click “Save”

Alvord provides an extension of the school day and school year through its Expanded Learning Program. The focus is on academic, artistic, social, emotional, and physical development for students in elementary and middle school, including middle school sports. The program does not replicate learning activities that take place during the regular school day. Instead, it builds upon them. The program is offered everyday after school, as well as intercession, including summer and extended breaks for holidays. Learn more about it here. Or call (951) 358-1682, Monday - Friday, 9:45 a.m. to 6:45 p.m.

Did you know we offer a full year of middle school sports? We kick off the program with Track and Field just a few days after the school year begins. Specific information regarding clinic and team tryouts will be distributed by each individual middle school site. The link to register to participate in any our middle school sports programs will be sent via Parent Square next week once our registration website goes live. All interested students will need to register and students trying out for any of our competitive teams will need to provide a sports clearance physical form completed by a medical doctor prior to their tryout. Forms can be obtained in the main office of any of our middle schools. Soccer follows the Track & Field season. Other sports include volleyball, flag-football, basketball and pep squad. Make sure your child is registered to participate. The website link is coming soon!

Parent Square is a safe and secure platform for school-to-home and home-to-school communication. All of our schools rely on it to keep parents informed. Instead of a one-way communication tool, Parent Square provides two-way communication. But to fully utilize the two-way feature of Parent Square, you have to activate your account. Sign in here and activate the two-way tool.

Email: AUSD@alvordschools.org
Website: https://www.alvordschools.org
Location: 9 Kpc Parkway, Corona, CA 92879, USA
Phone: (951) 509-5000
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