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Upcoming Events

Join us for our Halloween Festival Friday October 23

Bring your friends and family

Bring your friends and family to Capri's Halloween Festival.  There will be many activites, for people of all ages!

Next Week is Conference Week

Early Dismissal Days Next Week

October 5 - 9 is Conference Week at Capri!  We look forward to connecting with families and discussing our students’ progress and successes. Please remember that dismissal times all week will be 12:10 PM and 12:20 PM. Thank you for your continued partnership and support!

Leading by Example: Celebrating Our School Administrators During Week of the School Administrator

From October 12–18, we celebrate Week of the School Administrator. It is a time to honor the principals, assistant principals, superintendents, and district leaders who champion our mission and live out our core values through their leadership.

Member of the CUSD administrative team participate in team building activity at district leadership retreat

When the doors open across Campbell Union School District (CUSD) each morning, our schools come alive with curiosity, connection, and growth. Behind the daily energy of our classrooms is a team of leaders dedicated to nurturing that environment every single day.

From October 12–18, we celebrate Week of the School Administrator. It is a time to honor the principals, assistant principals, superintendents, and district leaders who champion our mission and live out our core values through their leadership.

We Are Learners: Leading with Curiosity and Growth

Our administrators know that great leadership starts with a commitment to lifelong learning. They don't just oversee educational programs—they dive into them. You’ll often find our administrators participating in professional development alongside teachers, analyzing student growth data to refine instructional strategies, and staying at the forefront of modern education.

By modeling continuous improvement, our leaders show our students and staff that learning isn't just something that happens in a textbook—it's a lifelong mindset.

We Are Collaborators: Building Success Together

No great school operates in isolation, and our administrators are master collaborators. On any given day, they are working hand-in-hand with teachers to support classroom needs, partnering with support staff to keep operations seamless, and listening to the voices of our students and families.

They understand that the best solutions come from working together. By breaking down silos and encouraging open dialogue, our administrators ensure that every educator feels supported and every family has a seat at the table.

We Are Community Builders: Creating Spaces Where Everyone Belongs

Above all, our administrators are the heartbeat of our school culture. They are community builders who work tirelessly to create safe, welcoming, and inclusive spaces where every student feels seen, valued, and empowered to succeed.

Whether they are high-fiving students at morning drop-off, cheering from the sidelines at athletic and arts events, or bringing local partners into our schools, our administrators turn buildings into true communities.

"Leadership in Campbell is about bringing people together around a shared purpose—learning, growing, and supporting one another every step of the way," noted Interim Superintendent, Whitney Holton.

To all of our school administrators, thank you for learning alongside us, collaborating with us, and building a stronger community for our student’s  futures. Happy Week of the School Administrator!

What to Expect in October Across Campbell Union School District

Please click on the video to hear from Interim Superintendent Whitney Holton and read on to stay up-to-date on news and events happening within CUSD during the month of October.

Interim Superintendent Message

As autumn arrives and the leaves begin to turn across our campuses, October brings an exciting rhythm of academic progress, community connections, and seasonal traditions across Campbell Union School District. Click on the image above to hear a brief message from Interim Superintendent Whitney Holton.

Here is a look at key dates, events, and focus areas for CUSD students and families this month:

1. Parent-Teacher Conferences and Shortened Days

  • Dates: Monday, October 5 – Friday, October 9
  • What to Expect: October begins with dedicated time for parents and guardians to partner directly with educators. Early dismissal schedules will be in effect all week to accommodate individual parent-teacher conferences. This is a valuable opportunity to review your child’s academic goals, celebrate early wins, and align on strategies and goals to support their learning throughout the school year.

2. Professional Development Day (No School)

  • Date: Monday, October 12
  • What to Expect: There will be no school for students on Monday, October 12. CUSD educators and staff will gather for a district-wide Professional Development Day dedicated to refining instructional strategies, supporting student wellbeing, and collaborating on learning standards.

3. Community and Board Governance

Our advisory councils and Board of Trustees meet regularly to drive district initiatives and support our school communities:

  • Superintendent Parent Advisory Council Meeting: Monday, October 5, 9:00 a.m.– 11:00 a.m.
  • CUSD Governing Board Meeting: Thursday, October 15, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
  • Please check school calendars as many of the sites have ELAC, School Site Council, and various other community meetings scheduled throughout the month.

All public meeting agendas and location details are accessible on the CUSD District Calendar.

4. Fall Festivities and Spirit Days

As we head toward the end of the month, individual school sites across the district will host seasonal activities, fall festivals, PTA/PTO events, and campus costume parades.

  • Check Your Site Calendar: Be sure to check your specific school site’s weekly newsletter or website calendar for site-specific costume rules, fall event times, and volunteer opportunities.

Quick Reminders for Families

  • Attendance Matters: As cooler weather approaches, maintaining consistent attendance remains vital to student growth. If your child must miss school due to illness, please remember to notify your school site’s attendance office as early as possible.
  • Stay Connected: Ensure your contact details are updated in the parent portal so you don't miss site-level announcements or emergency updates.

Thank you for your ongoing partnership in making CUSD a supportive and inspiring place for every student to learn and grow!

Empowering Every Learner: How Campbell Union School District Sets the Standard for Student Support and Inclusion

Did you know that CUSD offers more than basic reading, writing, and math? Read on to see what sets the Campbell Union School apart from other school districts.

Students show off their colorful artwork

In today’s educational landscape, families have many options when choosing where their children will learn, grow, and thrive. The Campbell Union School District (CUSD) stands apart from neighboring districts by offering an exceptionally rich ecosystem of targeted resources, specialized instructional support, and inclusive programs.

From early childhood education to rigorous middle school  programs that prepare students for high school success, CUSD’s holistic approach ensures that no child falls through the cracks and every child is challenged to reach their highest potential.

Early Foundations: Flexible Preschool Offerings

A child’s learning journey begins long before TK and kindergarten. Understanding the diverse scheduling needs of modern families, CUSD offers flexible half-day and full-day preschool programs.

These early learning environments provide foundational academic and social-emotional skills in nurturing settings, giving CUSD preschoolers a head start on foundational skills, communication, and peer interaction.

Wrapped-in Support: Dedicated Specialists at Every Site

What truly sets CUSD apart is its investment in dedicated personnel directly serving campus communities. Rather than relying on district-wide roaming teams with limited availability, CUSD integrates robust site-based support:

  • Reading Specialists and Literacy Support: Highly trained literacy educators work directly with students to strengthen foundational reading skills, ensure early literacy benchmarks are met, and instill a lifelong love of reading.
  • Behavior Support Teams: Every school site benefits from dedicated behavior support personnel. By prioritizing positive behavior interventions, restorative practices, and proactive social-emotional learning, CUSD creates safe, focused classroom environments where instruction can thrive.
  • Improvement Coaches: Investing in the commitment to continuous improvement and to keeping teaching practices dynamic and aligned with modern educational research, CUSD equips educators with dedicated improvement coaches who assist in data-driven instruction and ongoing professional growth.

A Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) That Delivers

At the core of CUSD's operational success is a robust Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) model. Supported by dedicated MTSS Instructional Aides, this framework ensures that intervention and acceleration occur seamlessly within everyday instruction.

Whether a student needs small-group reinforcement, extension activities, or English language development, the district’s MTSS structure provides personalized support adapted to individual learning needs. 

Arts, Innovation and Music (AIM) Program

The AIM program provides Art, Innovation, and Music experiences for all K - 8 students in the district throughout the year. Our talented team of AIM Specialists teach classes designed for students to apply our Profile of a Graduate Competencies in relevant and real-world ways. Middle school students have access to our AIM program through their elective classes and lunch clubs that extend learning. Additionally, while students are learning from credentialed AIM specialists, the classroom teachers are provided protected time to collaborate, analyze data, and lesson plan.

A Culture Built on Continuous Improvement

Facilities and programs are only as effective as the philosophy behind them. Campbell Union School District is anchored by an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement and equity. Administrators, teachers, and staff regularly analyze learning data, refine instructional strategies, and welcome community feedback to elevate student outcomes year after year.

By uniting comprehensive staff resources, building staff capacity while support positions exist, offering early childhood opportunities, and an unwavering commitment to inclusion, CUSD isn't just keeping pace with modern education—it is defining what a TK-8 district can achieve.