CUSD Community Education Newsletter
Academic & Enrichment & Recreation, Oh My! - May 2023
Announcements:
- Registration for Kids Express and Lil' Explorers for the 2023-2024 school year is open. Register for Kids Express here! Register for Lil' Explorers here!
- There are very limited spots remaining for Summer Break Camp for Kids Express and Lil' Explorers. Register now so you don't miss out!
- The Kids Express Summer Break Camp Calendar is live! Visit our Intersession Camps page and scroll to the bottom to see weekly themes, field trips, and more!
- Summer Academy Elementary Enrichment courses are open for registration. View the full course catalogue and register here.
Kids Express, our before and after school childcare program on site at select CUSD elementary campuses, is open for kids K-6th. Kids Express goes by the child’s CURRENT school year. To attend during the school year, your child must be a current K-6th grader. To enroll for Summer Camp, your child must have been in kindergarten the previous school year.
Superintendent's Focus on Community Education
Scholarships for CUSD Employees
The Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) is offering two scholarship programs designed for those in the field of education.
The Arizona Education Workforce Scholarship Program is intended for educators, childcare workers, and other ancillary support staff needing childcare. Eligible employees may apply for childcare tuition assistance. View full eligibility requirements and apply here.
The Professional Career Pathway Project Scholarship Program is intended for employees working in the field of early childhood education and attending community college. Eligible employees may apply for college tuition assistance and a textbook stipend. View full eligibility requirements and apply here.
Questions? Contact DES at dccchildcarespecialprograms@azdes.gov.
Register for Preschool or Pre-K for the 2023-2024 School Year!
Registration for Preschool and Pre-K at CUSD is open!
Preschool students must be 3-years-old by August 31, 2023 and Pre-K students must be 4-years-old by August 31, 2023. All students must be potty-trained.*
*Pull-ups are not permitted. To be considered potty-trained, a child must be able to do ALL of the following:
-Tell an adult they have to go potty BEFORE they have to go (They must be able to say the words "I have to go potty.")
-Can INDEPENDENTLY pull down their underwear and pants and pull them back up when done
-Can INDEPENDENTLY clean their bottoms after using the toilet
-Get off the toilet by themselves
-Wash and dry their hands
-Postpone going if they must wait for someone who is in the bathroom or if outside and away from the classroom
Which CUSD Preschool/Pre-K is right for me?
Register for Lil' Explorers Summer Break Camp
Limited spots remaining for Lil' Explorers Summer Break Camp
Dates:
May 30-July 7
No camp Tuesday, July 4
Times:
6:30a.m.-5:30p.m.
Location:
Perry High School
1919 E. Queen Creek Road
Gilbert, AZ 85297
Rates:
Infants: $54/day
1-2 years: $48/day
3-4 years: $44/day
$75 enrollment fee for first time attendees
Other Details:
-Infants-Pre-K
-Fun & educational curriculum
-Whole child approach to learning
-Individual and group play
Lil' Explorers is FULL and no longer accepting registrations for Summer Break Camp for the following ages/dates:
- 1-year-olds: FULL June 14 and 16
- 2-year-olds: FULL on all dates
- 3-year-olds: FULL on all dates
- 4-year-olds: FULL on all dates
- Pre-K Students: FULL on all dates
Space is limited. Register here!
Register for the Final Days of Kids Express Summer Break Camp
Dates:
May 31-July 14
Monday-Friday
No camp Tuesday, July 4
Times:
6:30am-6:00pm
Other Information:
Grades K-6
$40/day
Locations: Fulton Elementary School (Summer Recovery and Summer Enrichment classes will take place on this campus as well), Rice Elementary School, and San Marcos Elementary School
Campers will enjoy fun-filled days of fun with food, STEAM, art, active play, sports, games, field trips, and more!
-Morning snack, lunch, & afternoon snack provided
Extended Care Option:
Students who plan to attend summer recovery/enrichment for half of the day have the option to join Kids Express Summer Camp for the remainder of the day.
Location: Fulton Elementary School
$25/day
Extended Care is FULL
CUSD Employee-Only Kids Express Summer Dates:
Friday, May 26: 7am-5pm
Monday, July 17: 7am-2pm
Tuesday, July 18: 7am-5pm
Location: Hancock Elementary School
We are almost completely full! Read below for Summer Break Camp dates that are full:
Fulton: July 10, July 11, July 12, July 13, and July 14
Rice: May 31, June 1, June 2, June 6, June 7, June 8, June 13, June 14, June 15, June 20, June 21, June 27, June 28, June 29, July 5, July 6, July 10, July 11, July 12, July 13, and July 14
San Marcos: June 1, June 6, June 13, June 15, June 20, June 21, June 22, June 27, June 28, June 29, July 11, July 12, July 13, and July 14
Questions? Call 480-224-3900 or email communityeducation@cusd80.com.
Chandler Sports League
Camps and Clinics
Check out our camps and clinics for the month of May!
CUSD Community Education holds a variety of camps fit for all ages at various CUSD sites. Check out some of our upcoming camps and clinics below!
- ACP Incoming Freshman Football Camp (8th)
- Basha Bears Basketball Shooting Camp (7-12th)
- Basha Frosh Spring FB Camp (8th)
- Basha Girls Volleyball Serving Clinics (K-12th)
- BHS Spring Girls Basketball Camp (7th-8th)
- Casteel Cheer Spring/Summer Skills Camp (7th-12th)
- Casteel Spring Football Camp (8th)
- Casteel Stampede Wrestling Club (K-6th)
- Casteel Stampede Wrestling Club (7th-12th)
- Chandler High Softball - End of the Year Kickoff Hitting Clinic (K-5th)
- Chandler High Softball - End of the Year Kickoff Hitting Clinic (6th-8th)
- Hamilton 2023 8th Grade Spring Football Camp (8th)
- Perry Cheerleading Stunting Workshop (8th)
High School Camps
- To view a list of camps at your desired high school, contact your school's sport coach or view our Camps and Clinics page and type in your high school's name.
Search by specific school or program
Did you know you can search for CUSD camps and clinics by school site? While most of our camps and clinics are open to all CUSD students, regardless of home school, we recognize that you may want to attend a camp or clinic at your home school.
Visit our Camps and Clinics page and type your desired school name in the search bar to search Camps and Clinics going on at your school!
Club CUSD Enrichment
Click the images below to view details about a class or click the link below the class name to read more about the class and/or to register.
For a complete list of Club CUSD Enrichment courses, visit the Club CUSD Enrichment home page. Be on the lookout for the June newsletter for enrichment opportunities through our vendors this summer!
Enrichment Programs
Click the images below to view details about a class or click the link below the class name to read more and/or register.
Check out enrichment programs at your home school by visiting our list of enrichment courses and typing in your school's name at the search bar at the top.
Cheer Clinic at Hancock
Hancock Sports Week
Riggs Dodgeball Tournament
Summer Academy Elementary Enrichment is open for registration
CUSD Facilities for Rent
Questions about renting facilities? Read our Facility Rental FAQs or check out our available rental spaces today!
CUSD Community Education
Email: communityeducation@cusd80.com
Website: https://www.cusd80.com/Page/87258
Location: 1525 West Frye Road, Chandler, AZ, USA
Phone: 480-224-3900
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CUSDCommunityEducation
Twitter: @CusdEd