ALVORD UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

When President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act of 1964 into law, Title VI of that law set in motion prohibition of discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin. Followed shortly thereafter by two additional laws to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex (Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972) and disability (Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973), education was forever changed for the better.

Nationally, the percentage of Black or African American students graduating from high school increased from 25.7% in 1964 to 90.3% in 2021, according to the most recent statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau. Also, in 1964, only 306, 000 Black or African American students attended college. Today, close to 3 million attend college annually.

As the nation observes Martin Luther King Jr. National Day of Service tomorrow, it's important our children understand the civil rights leader’s impact on everything from voting rights and volunteerism to educational and economic progress for all Americans.

Events memorializing Dr. King and his legacy are taking place throughout Riverside County. In the City of Riverside, the 29th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Walk-A-Thon will take place tomorrow, Monday, Jan. 15, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The walkathon will depart from the Stratton Community Center in Bordwell Park, 2008 Martin Luther King Blvd. The event, which will include speakers and performers, is organized by the Riverside African American Historical Society.

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!

We have partnered with the Parent Institute for Quality Education, known as PIQE, to deliver a series of weekly parenting workshops beginning January 17 and ending March 13. Reservations required. Check your ParentSquare notifications for registration details or call 951-396-0126 for more information.

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. Reserve your spot today.

The INTRA-District Transfer Window for 2024-2025 for Grades 6-12 will be 1/3/2024-1/19/2024

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.

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

MLK, Jr. Day, Monday, January 15 (No school)

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

The Measure J Community Group on Parent Square has been updated. Stay current with information on school bond projects by signing up for updates through Parent Square under groups.

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

Trustee Area 3

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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Twitter: @AlvordUnified
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