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Thank you for your support of Measure I. For regular updates regarding Measure I Facilities Improvement please visit our Measure I progress page. (click here)
Farnham Courtyard Upgrades
Steindorf Aerial View: August 2016
Bagby's Planned Multi-Use RoomWonderful news! The Cambrian SD Governing Board has approved moving forward with a revised plan for the Bagby Multi-Use Project, one of three proposals submitted to bring costs within the Board’s allotted budget and allow the district to proceed with the project. The new plan makes adjustments to the budget for roofing, flooring and the outdoor area around the site, but preserves the structure’s canopy to retain flexible outdoor space. Please watch this space for future updates, including opportunities to provide input, as the project progresses, and thank you for your ongoing support.
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Online Communications Improvements Coming Soon!
We are excited to announce that after much research, editing and gathering of feedback, our website upgrade is about to go live for the district and all six of our school sites! The new sites will be easier to navigate, mobile-device accessible and responsive, and have a great contemporary look! The upgrade is scheduled to roll out this weekend (Sept. 22-24) during a low-traffic period to minimize disruption and should be live and fully functional by Monday the 25th.
In addition, We'll be launching our new Cambrian SD Mobile App on October 18th! Instructions about how to find, download and install the app will be forthcoming as we approach the launch date. In the meantime, check out this video highlighting a few of the app's useful features!
The Cambrian Schools 5K Fun Run Is Back!
We couldn't be more thrilled to bring our popular 5K event back to Cambrian SD for its second year! Last year over 800 runners joined us for a morning of wellness and play, and we expect another fantastic turnout this October 15 @ 8 a.m.! Learn more about our event or register now!
Register Today for "Take It Personally" Parenting Workshop!
This six-session study group gives parents tips and tools to keep up with the fast changing growth of our children, tweens and teens. Each week, we explore new ways to build stronger kids, stronger families and stronger neighborhoods. Data collected from our own Santa Clara county youth shows us 8 ways to help kids succeed in school, in relationships and in life, while supporting parents! Register now
Cambrian TK Is Growing!
We are pleased to share some very exciting news about the future of Cambrian's Transitional Kindergarten program. Due to popular demand, Bagby and Farnham will both house their own TK classes starting in 2017-18, allowing more families to take advantage of early learning at their home school. This move will help keep siblings together, cut down on family commute times, and give students an early introduction to the school communities where they will spend much of their childhood. If you have an eligible child and would like to take advantage of our expanding program, we are still accepting TK students for enrollment! More information and all enrollment forms can be found here.
Check Out the Spring Edition of The Cambrian Connection!
Our quarterly newsletter includes features about district-wide initiatives and accolades, news about what's coming in 2017-18, and more!New CDE Data Dashboard Launched -- Find CSD Student Data Quickly and Easily
California is field testing a new website designed to help communities across the state access important information about K–12 districts and schools – including ours. Called the California School Dashboard (Coming March 2017), the site features easy-to-read reports on multiple measures of school success, including test scores, graduation rates, English learning progress and suspension rates.
Please Note:
As you may know, the majority of our schools are structured as “dependent charter schools,” which allows us to welcome students from throughout our county, not just our district boundaries. The Dashboard currently lists all charter schools as separate entities, whether they are affiliated with a district or not. As a result, a search in the Dashboard for “Cambrian School District” only brings up information for Bagby Elementary. To see other school site information, simply use the search bar and enter the name of the site. (Note also that there is no data for Steindorf, as the school is in its first year of operation).
Learn More About Our New Math Curricula
We're pleased to announce that the Board has officially approved the adoption of the new math curricula recommended by staff and the curriculum committee, Eureka Math (TK-5) and College prep Math (6-8). Parent resources can be found below in anticipation of a full roll-out in Fall 2017:Sexual Health Education Resources
On May 8, 2017, the Board officially adopted the Puberty/Sexual Health curriculum recommended by staff for grades 5 and 7. The link above contains information about the new curriculum, the California Healthy Youth Act, our adoption process, an archive of previous communications about the curriculum, and a wealth of outside resources for families. Thank you to the many staff and families who served as an invaluable part of the adoption process.
Join Us As A Yard Duty Today
Love kids? Cambrian School District is looking for compassionate Yard Duties at all school sites. In addition to providing a safe learning environment for all students, Yard Duties have the opportunity to develop important relationships with children that can make a lasting impact. This part-time, flexible role is the perfect way to become more involved with Cambrian School District and give back to your community.
An additional opportunity is available at Steindorf for a Yard Duty/ Crossing Guard position. This role entails maintaining student and parent safety at the intersection in front of the school while students arrive/depart for the day, as well as supervising students on campus during breaks.
For more information, simply stop by the front office of any Cambrian school, where staff can answer your questions and assist you with the application.
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Cambrian Rocks! Brings the House Down
A tremendous THANK YOU to the many volunteers, staff, talented musicians, students and music lovers who made Cambrian Rocks! such a success this weekend. Hundreds of fans came out to support our kids and music programs --raising approximately $14,000-- and had a GREAT time, to boot! Want to keep the party going? Event T-shirts and select auction items can still be found at cambrianrocks.com!
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Cambrian Teacher of the Year Honored at County Celebration
Congratulations to Cambrian's 2017 Teacher of the Year Dean Hodges! Mr. Hodges is a special education teacher who works with students in grades 3-5 at Sartorette, where he is beloved by colleagues, students and families alike for his positive energy and can-do spirit. We were thrilled to join him at the Santa Clara County Office of Education's Teacher Recognition Celebration last night where he, along with Teachers of the Year from all 36 districts in the county, was acknowledged for the impact he has on students and his community. Way to go Mr. Hodges!
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Families Turn Out for Elementary Back to School Nights
Elementary Back to School Night is one of our district's busiest nights of the year! Thank you to the teachers who spent the evening connecting with families and the hundreds of parents who came out to learn more about their children's education. 2017-18 is off to a great start and Cambrian staff look forward to continue partnering with parents in the months to come.
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Parents Walk a Mile in Students' Shoes @ Price Back to School Night
Last night students and staff were on hand to answer parent questions about life and learning at Price Middle School for Back to School Night! Parents get to briefly relive the middle school experience as they meet teachers, explore the campus, and hustle to get to the next class before the tardy bell rings! Tonight it's the elementary schools' turn from 6-8 PM -- don't miss it!
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Price Students, Staff Hold Annual Patriot Day Peace Rally
As is annual Price tradition, students, staff and community members came together to rally for peace on September 11. The event features student speakers, a musical tribute from the marching band, and the opportunity for students to meet our community's first responders and thank them for their important work in keeping us all safe. Click through for more pictures!
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Cambrian Celebrates September Stars!
Last night's board meeting was an opportunity to celebrate the incredible accomplishments of staff, student and parent alike! We were delighted to honor longtime Sartorette volunteer Jennifer Johnson and Steindorf 8th grader Mei Lin Lee-Stahr, whose fabulous design is representing our annual 5K event this year! In addition, we celebrated our teachers who achieved tenure status this year, an important recognition of their service and expertise as seasoned educators. Congratulations to Kim Cummings (Fammatre); Jennifer Anderson (Price); Sarah Sullivan (Price); Sarah Wilson (Steindorf) Not pictured: Emily White (Steindorf); Adam Wolff (Fammatre); Tjeerd Alberda (Price)
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Online Communications Improvements Coming Soon!
Great news! Based on parent and community feedback, we're pleased to be upgrading our district website, as well as sites for all six schools. The new sites will be easier to navigate, mobile-device accessible and responsive, and have a great contemporary look! In addition, we'll be debuting a new mobile app and communications system in the coming weeks! You may notice parts of the new or old site temporarily out-of-service while we manage the transition. If you have an urgent question and can't find the answer online, please call your school site or our district office at 408-377-2103 during normal business hours. We’re excited to debut our new site soon, and thank you for your patience during the roll-out!
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2017-18 Has Officially Begun!
The first day of the 2017-18 school year is in the books! Bagby's first day was particularly special: in addition to it being Interim Principal Ivy Sarrett's first day with students and families, it was the school's first day with Transitional Kindergarteners onsite, as the program has expanded to three school sites. Click through for links to a first day photo album!
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Cambrian Schools Ready for Students
Staff have been busily preparing for the first day of school tomorrow, August 23rd, to make sure 2017-18 gets off to the best start possible! One are of focus in particular has been professional learning around math as we get ready to implement new math curriculum in all grades. Educators have already put in many hours to make sure all students are challenged and engaged by their math lessons, and are looking forward to making their plans a reality in the classroom!
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Cambrian Staff Kick Off New School Year
The annual kick-off event is a welcome opportunity for staff to rekindle old friendships, for new ones, and get inspired for the joys and challenges of the new school year. A highlight of the celebration is the presentation of awards for milestone years of service. The event is followed by a day of professional learning, and staff lleave the event energized to greet students the following week. CLICK THROUGH FOR PHOTO LINKS.
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