ALVORD UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Distrito Escolar Unificado de Alvord
April 7, 2024
A Message from the Superintendent
This past week, fifteen students from Norte Vista High School participated in a senior signing event to celebrate their admission to a variety of labor unions upon graduating from Norte Vista's Green Construction Academy in a couple of months, including the carpenter union, linemen union, and the electric union. As the son of a Teamster, Union Local 282, I believe in the strength of unions and how they promote economic equality in America.
Congratulations students and thank you to our Director of Government, Business, and Community Partnerships and Construction Technology teacher, Mr. Mark Ferguson, and all of the other teachers and support staff of Norte Vista's Green Construction Academy (GCA). GCA is an award-winning California Partnership Academy recognized for being the first high school pre-apprenticeship training program in California partnering with IBEW Local 440 and North America's Building Trades Union.
The Green Construction Academy focuses on a career themed smaller learning community; a 4-year college and career pathway; industry certification; hands-on project-based learning model; lots of hard work and lots of fun. Program components include rigorous academics (a-g college prep) and career technical education, a committed team of teachers, and active business/post-secondary partnerships.
SUMMER PROGRAMS JUNE 5 - JUNE 28
Plan ahead for our incredible summer programs! This year's theme is Journey Around the World. The summer program is a dynamic four-week experience that provides students access to academic support and enrichment opportunities. The programs will be held at some of our schools, but not all of our schools, since many Measure J construction projects will be in the works. The summer program is five days a week, starting on June 5 and ending on June 28. See the flyer below with details and daily schedules.
MAGIC OF THE ARTS SATURDAY APRIL 13
Join us for our final Expanded Learning VAPA Saturday Series event for the 2023-2024 school year. Experience the MAGIC of the ARTS at Hillcrest High School on April 13th from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
This special day will be filled with an array of captivating activities and performances, including:
- A mesmerizing Magic Show Assembly by Illusions by Allen
- Engaging sessions with Segerstrom Arts Teach Artists featuring Noteworthy Puppets, Powerhouse, Island Inspirations, and Sakina Ibrahim
- Culinary lessons by Alvord Alumni Chef Danny Perez
- Exciting workshops on West African Drumming and Instrument Demo/Petting Zoo by Bigger Than Us Arts
- The fascinating Science of Bubbles with Best Bubbles Assembly
- Art lessons led by the world-renowned artist Tysen Knight
- And much more!
Registration for this unforgettable event closed on Friday, April 5th. Call (951) 358-1682 Monday - Friday from 9:45 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. to check on available space.
COMMUNITY HEALTH AND WELLNESS RESOURCE FAIR APRIL 27
Join us and our community partners at La Sierra Park on April 27th at 9am for a health and wellness event that you will not want to miss. See the flyer below for details.
CALENDAR ALERT - PLAN AHEAD
Memorial Day, Monday, May 27 (Schools closed)
Promotions 10 AM at Norte Vista High School Zack Earp Stadium:
- Tuesday, May 28: Arizona & Villegas
- Wednesday, May 29: Loma Vista & Wells
Graduations 6 PM at Norte Vista High School Zack Earp Stadium:
- Tuesday, May 28: Alvord & Mission View High Schools
- Wednesday, May 29: La Sierra HS
- Thursday, May 30: Hillcrest HS
- Friday, May 31: Norte Vista HS
Last Day of School, May 31
TK-8 Summer School, June 5 - June 28
First Day of School 2024-25, August 7, 2024
MEASURE J SCHOOL FACILITIES BOND UPDATE
Numerous Measure J Projects are underway. See the images below. Priority projects focus on school safety and campus enhancements. Get Measure J updates by joining the Parent Square Measure J Community Group.
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
The next meeting is April 18. 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 March 21, 2024 Board Meeting Highlights here. Sign up for the Board Meeting Highlights here. It will be sent to your Inbox immediately following board meetings.
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
LEARN ABOUT OUR PARENT WORKSHOP PROGRAM
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.
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
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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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