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Upcoming Events

Back-to-School Information Guide

School starts August 20, 2025

little girl with welcome sign

We are excited about the upcoming 2025-26 school year and are here to partner with you. Below is important information to help ensure a smooth school year.

Where can I find information about the District and my student’s school?

The District’s website has comprehensive back-to-school information including:

Individual School Site Information

Each individual school has its own website where you can find site-specific information including important dates, bell schedules, parent resources, and a staff directory.

Back-to-School Packet

During the first week of August, you should receive a back-to-school packet via email. This packet includes essential information including the Parent/Guardian Handbook and forms that will need your attention. 

If you have not received the back-to-school packet by August 12th, please contact your school office staff.

How to Stay in the Know

While ParentSquare is the primary information source for families, including emergency response information. There are several more ways to stay connected with both the District and your child’s school. 

Other means of communication include:

More information about Parent-Teacher Committees will be provided from your child’s school. These committees are an integral part of our shared success as well as a great opportunity to meet other parents and CUSD staff. 

We look forward to learning, collaborating, and building community with you.

Turning the Page on Discarded Books: CUSD Aids Global Literacy

CUSD Books Find New Purpose in Libraries Around the World

montage of photos showing students carrying boxes of books and sorting them

Campbell Union School District (CUSD) is proud to partner with the Maryam Library Foundation in supporting global literacy while advancing its efforts to make every child a reader. The district donates thousands of obsolete textbooks and other gently used books to the foundation that helps build libraries in underserved communities around the world.

Over the past two years, CUSD has contributed more than 13,000 books—3,200 went to establish libraries in Kenya, over 5,000 supported an ongoing project in Tanzania, and another 5,000 will be headed to Uganda.

High school student volunteer, Ayaan Raza, collects the books from CUSD’s elementary and middle schools and the district warehouse. He says he appreciates the help he receives from the CUSD library staff and Ms. Sifuentez. Donations include board-approved, obsolete middle school textbooks in English Language Arts and Social Studies, leveled literacy intervention books, and discarded library novels. 

"This partnership reflects our district’s commitment to education and embodies one of our core values: being community builders, not just locally, but globally," said Dr. Shelly Viramontez, Superintendent. "We’re proud to give these books new life and help expand access to learning for children and families around the world."

two woman facing the camera and smilingTo volunteer to help with or to donate to the foundation’s projects, contact the foundation organizers through this link: https://www.maryamlibraryfoundation.org/home/contact-us

Maryam Zehra (left), founder and Presidential Award recipient during a podcast interview.

Explore Big Trucks Up Close at Touch-a-Truck Event!

Free community event adds to summer fun and learning

children gather around a firefighter as he shows them the fire truck

Looking for a fun (and free!) summer outing for the family? Head over to the Campbell Community Center on Tuesday, July 1st, from 9:30–11:30am for the Touch-a-Truck event, hosted by our partners in Campbell Recreation & Community Services.

Kids can get a close-up look at real police cars, fire engines, ambulances, garbage trucks, excavators, and more! There will even be a visit from Kona Ice. It's a hands-on way for children to learn about the vehicles and heroes that help keep our community running.

Location: Community Center parking lot near the skatepark and track
 ️ Admission: Free and open to the public
 ℹ️ Learn more: Campbell Park & Recreation Month

Administrator Changes for 2025-26 School Year

New Assistant Principal

Dear Capri  Families,

I’m writing to let you know that our Assistant Principal, Lisa Wiseman, has accepted a new role as the District’s English Language Development (ELD) Administrator beginning in the 2025–26 school year. While we will miss her leadership at Capri, we are proud of her continued impact across the district.

I’m also pleased to announce that Mrs. Veronica Valencia will join our Capri team in a dual role: part-time Assistant Principal at Capri and part-time School Safety Administrator for the district.

Ms. Valencia brings 18 years of experience in the Campbell Union School District, including roles as a classroom teacher, Assistant Principal at Monroe Middle School, and Principal at Blackford Elementary. She holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree from Santa Clara University and has deep expertise in English Language Development, equity-centered leadership, community engagement, safe school climate, and professional learning in both MTSS and crisis response.

Please join me in welcoming Mrs. Valencia to the Capri community.

Warm regards,
Eric Brown
Principal

It’s a Wrap! 

Schools Host Celebrations as the School Year Comes to a Close

collage of photos from the 2025 promotion events--smiling boys and girls

Students, staff and families celebrated achievements this week, as we completed another school year together. 

As we wrap up the school year, I want to thank you—our families—for your partnership, support, and trust. This has been a year of growth and achievement, and we’re proud of all our students, especially those moving on to middle or high school.

To our staff, thank you for nurturing both the minds and hearts of our students. And to our students—keep building on the lessons you’ve learned. The competencies we focus on—self-direction, critical thinking, collaboration, innovation, and empathy—will guide you in whatever comes next.

Wishing you all a safe and joyful summer!

Sincerely,

Dr. Shelly Viramontez, Superintendent