ALVORD UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Distrito Escolar Unificado de Alvord
October 29, 2023
A Message from the Superintendent
Among our kindest and most gracious supporters in the community is Northgate González Market. Since they opened their Riverside store in 2019, the Familia González Reynoso Foundation has supported our schools in a variety of ways, from cash and in-kind donations to sponsoring events. This past Friday, they sponsored a charitable event at Twinhill Elementary School by donating Nike shoes and Bombas socks for many of our students. Thank you to the González family for your generosity and continued support of our children, our schools, and our community. And thank you Twinhill Principal Dr. Mary McAllister-Parsons, Assistant Principal Mrs. Jennifer D'Antoni, Counselor Mr. Jose Ruiz, and Community Liaison, Mrs. Alondra Sanchez for coordinating the event. It was wonderful.
RIVERSIDE UNIVERSITY HEALTH SYSTEM WORKSHOP TOMORROW 6:00 - 7:30 PM
It's important to recognize the warning signs of a mental health disorder. The majority of children and adolescents who attempt suicide usually have a significant mental health disorder, usually depression. Suicide remains the second leading cause of death for children, adolescents, and young adults age 15-to-24. Learn more about the warning signs and what you can do about it by attending a RUHS Know the Signs workshop. See the flyer below for details.
YOUTH JOURNALISM CONFERENCE AT CSUN
L.A. Times High School Insider, CSUN Journalism Department and Southern California Journalism Education Association (SCJEA) co-sponsored the annual youth journalism conference at CSU Northridge this weekend. Our high school journalism students from around the district attended workshops led by professionals, tested their skills in media contests, and met in small groups for roundtable chats with reporters. Thank you Mr. William Nelson, Norte Vista High School Yearbook & Journalism Adviser for making the event happen.
CALENDAR ALERT
Veteran's Day: 11/10/23 (No School)
Thanksgiving Break: 11/20-11/24 (No School)
Winter Break: 12/15-1/2 (No School)
SCHOOL SAFETY UPDATE
This past Wednesday, DHS and FBI issued a second cautionary Public Service Announcement now that tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate. Below are links we sent as part of Digital Citizen Week to help parents navigate social media.
Cyberbullying and Digital Drama
IN CLOSING
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
Upcoming Regular Meetings of the Board
Next Meeting is November 2. Agendas are posted 72 hours in advance for Regular Meetings of the Board of Education. Find them here. Agendas are posted 24 hours in advance for Special Meetings of the Board of Education.
Public Comments Welcome
Meetings are conducted at KPC Parkway, Corona, CA 92879. The Open Session begins at 6 pm. Members of the public may address the Board for up to three minutes on any topic on the agenda or not on the agenda.
Most Recent Board Meeting Agenda Highlights
Find the October 19, 2023 Board Meeting Highlights here. Sign up for the Board Meeting Highlights here. It will be sent to your Inbox immediately following board meetings.
MR. ROBERT D. SCHWANDT
President
Trustee Area 4
McAuliffe K-5
Orrenmaa K-5
Stokoe K-5
Arizona 6-8
Alvord High 11-12
Hillcrest 9-12
MRS. CAROLYN M. WILSON
Vice President
Lake Hills K-5
Promenade K-5
Villegas 6-8
District Office
MS. GEORGINA RAMIREZ
Clerk
Trustee Area 1
RMK K-5
Twinhill K-5
Valley View K-5
Loma Vista 6-8
MS. LIZETH VEGA
Member
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
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”
Sign Up for our After School Program
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.
Participate in our Middle School Sports Program
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!
Activate you Parent Square Two-Way Communication
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.
Family Engagement
Call 951-396-0126 or email Familyengagement@alvordschools.org
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Alvord Unified School District
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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