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Capri Elementary School

District News

Updated Tue, Jan 14th

In our district, we consistently strive to do better. To continue to improve, we need input from our community. Our annual School Experience Survey is the best way for us to reach the greatest number of parents, guardians, staff and students across the district.

The survey results provide vital information for us to know what's working and what we can improve. What can we celebrate, and what areas need more attention?

The survey is quick, confidential, and necessary feedback for us to make our schools great places to learn and work.

Parents, please look for the survey link in your email, ParentSquare account or posters at your child's school. 

P.S.  Did you miss the Superintendent’s video message last week? Click here.

Updated Tue, Jan 14th

We are in the process of adopting a new curriculum for our middle grades for English/ Language Arts.  Our teachers are piloting one unit from each curriculum, completing the assessments, and sharing feedback with the instructional team. 

As part of our adoption process, we invite parents and community members to preview and provide feedback on the two curricula being piloted. The feedback from parents, community and our teachers will be shared with the piloting team and the Governing Board before a final adoption decision is made. Implementation is planned for the 2025-26 school year. 

The proposed grade 6-8 curricula, CommonLit and Savvas myPerspectives, will be available for review on Thursday, February 6, 2025, in the Hamilton Room, at the District Administration Office (155 N 3rd St., Campbell). Viewing sessions are from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

For questions, please contact your school’s principal or call the District’s Teaching and Learning Department at 408-364-4200.

Updated Thu, Jan 9th

Starting January 15th, Campbell Union School District will launch its annual School Experience survey of families, students, and staff. Your feedback plays a vital role in shaping district and school-level decisions that support students' success. 

Please watch this video message from Superintendent Viramontez to learn how your input makes a difference!


La encuesta anual: Un mensaje del superintendente sobre 

A partir del 15 de enero, el Distrito Escolar Unificado de Campbell lanzará su encuesta anual de Experiencia Escolar para familias, estudiantes y personal. Sus comentarios juegan un papel vital en la formulación de decisiones a nivel de distrito y escuela que apoyan el éxito de los estudiantes.

¡Mire este mensaje en video del Superintendente Viramontez para saber cómo su aporte hace la diferencia!

Video - English - https://youtu.be/uQesLvHAFdU

Video - Español - https://youtu.be/ZQOfIrXT5Ck

Updated Wed, Jan 8th

Dear Families:

Yesterday, January 7, 2025, we were informed by PowerSchool, our Student Information System (SIS) platform, that they experienced an international cyber attack at the end of December. This afternoon, our data team was invited to a webinar by PowerSchool to learn more about the situation. We have confirmed that some of our data was accessed. Fortunately, the disclosed information did not include any students’ Social Security Numbers. 

Essentially, the data accessed was the student's name, birthdate, address and similar information.  The discernable data fields accessed can be found here.

In the webinar, PowerSchool  shared their corrective actions and confidence that there is no further threat to the data.

While there is no indication that student passwords were compromised, we will supplement our daily monitoring system by providing students with new passwords in the next few days. 

We have worked extensively to ensure security in our data systems, such as implementing a Multi-Factor Authentication process, geographic restrictions, suspicious login protections and other security measures. It is unfortunate that, in spite of these efforts, our data was accessed as part of the PowerSchool cyberattack. We will continue to work to ensure our data is secure and will ensure our Student Information System increases security protections. 

PowerSchool is monitoring the situation, has engaged a cybersecurity remediation company to prevent future incidents, and will provide our staff with updates for our community. For questions related to PowerSchool’s security procedures, please visit PowerSchool’s website or email Security [at] PowerSchool.com.

Updated Tue, Jan 7th

We’re happy to announce that some key dates have been determined for the 2025-26 school year. While we will continue to negotiate the final academic calendar with our labor groups, we can share the following key dates with our district community:

  • First day for students: Wed. 8/20/25
  • Thanksgiving Break: Week of 11/24 - 28 (return 12/1)
  • Winter Break: Weeks of 12/22 - 1/2 (return 1/5)
  • February Break: Week of 2/16 - 2/20
  • Spring Break: Week of 4/13 - 4/17
  • Last day for students: Thurs. 6/11/26
Updated Wed, Dec 25th

In Campbell USD, our core values—We are Learners, We are Collaborators, We are Community Builders—guide us in making our district a vibrant place for everyone to learn and grow. This year, we introduced the Campbell Kudos program as a way for employees to recognize each other for living out these values. 

Please join us in celebrating our many Community Builders, employees who foster a positive and inclusive learning environment for our students and staff .

To see who we’re honoring, watch this special video.

Updated Fri, Dec 20th

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As we approach the winter break, we want to take a moment to wish you and your family a wonderful holiday season. This is a special time of year, and we hope it brings you opportunities to create happy memories together.

We also want to express our gratitude for your ongoing partnership in your child’s education. We greatly appreciate all of your efforts in ensuring your child has attended school as much as possible so far this year.

We understand that families sometimes wish to extend their time together by planning vacations that last longer than the dates assigned to the school break. While we fully appreciate the value of family time, we want to encourage you to limit trips and vacations to the days indicated on the school calendar for the break. By doing so, you help your child stay on track academically and ensure they don’t miss out on valuable learning opportunities.

Thank you for being mindful of this and for continuing to prioritize your child’s attendance and education. 

Wishing you a safe and happy winter break, and we look forward to seeing everyone refreshed and ready to learn in the new year!

Warm regards,

Dr. Shelly Viramontez
Superintendent

Updated Wed, Dec 18th

Campbell Union School District’s mission is clear: to educate every student to their highest potential. By embracing a mindset of continuous improvement, we work together—students, families, and educators—to ensure that every child has the resources and opportunities they need to thrive.

Our commitment to our mission is rooted in our core values, which guide our efforts to create supportive, engaging, and equitable learning environments. 

We Are Learners.Two boys gather data as they prepare to tackle some math problems.

  • We listen to understand and build clarity
  • We are curious and operate with a growth mindset
  • We are open to growing pains and discomfort
  • We persevere through failure
  • We offer and solicit honest feedback
  • We make time to reflect
  • We celebrate growth and impact

We Are Collaborators.Six middle school students (boys and girls) seated at a classroom table discussing plans together and working with their open laptop computers

  • We share our voice and share the air
  • We build trusting relationships
  • We are open and willing to learn from all perspectives
  • We create intentional opportunities for all to share
  • We are responsible to ourselves and others
  • We demonstrate vulnerability

We Are Community Builders.  A mother and daughter smile at the camera as they participate in math games inside a school auditorium.

  • We uplift marginalized voices
  • We create a culture of kindness
  • We take time to know and care for each other
  • We listen with an open mind
  • We respect confidentiality
  • We build trust
  • We create buy in
Updated Wed, Dec 18th

These next few weeks may be especially busy for families, so we want to remind you of some key dates to consider noting in your calendar.

  • Dec. 23: Begin Winter Break
  • Jan. 5: End Winter Break. Students return Mon., Jan. 6.
  • Jan-Feb. 2025: Elementary school tours for families enrolling students for the new school year. See tour dates here.
  • Jan. 14: Begin Annual School Experience Survey of students, staff and families
  • Jan. 20: Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday

To subscribe to the calendar for your own child's school, visit our calendar website and select the school calendar(s) you want.

Updated Wed, Dec 4th

As Thanksgiving approaches, we want to express our gratitude to the amazing community partners who enrich our students’ school experiences. From Elevate Math tutors supporting middle schoolers to Stanford’s Dr. Jo Boaler fostering a growth mindset in elementary math, and volunteers from Tzu Chi, Women’s League, and Foster Grandparents, your dedication fuels student success.

PTAs, Home-School Clubs, Boosters, and committees like the Innovation Council and Parent  Advisory Committees amplify these efforts, creating more opportunities and connections.

Thank you for helping us build a strong, supportive community. Wishing you a safe and happy Thanksgiving!

Ver el video en español.