Developing 21st Century Learners
Parent Hub
Welcome Cedar Grove parents! This communication hub is where you can find all the latest information about what's happening at school. Be sure to bookmark this page and check back often!
NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
ESD Wellness Spotlight
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With schools reopening and children back in classrooms, it is likely that your student will be hearing more about current events. Here are some tips on how to talk to children about the news.
More School News
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Even though all California students will receive free school lunches this school year, we still need income eligible families to complete the Application for Free and Reduced Lunch to continue to generate funds for our school and district. Apply before September 29!
District and Community News
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We are very happy to announce the SCCOE Parent Engagement Program’s Family Engagement Symposium – “Building Foundations for Families to Thrive” – a virtual event on Zoom that features speakers and workshops focusing on Social-Emotional Learning, Self-Care, and Mental Health. LIve Zoom sessions and recorded workshops will be available throughout October.
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Custodians, our school heroes, always first to arrive at school, clean up the messes no one dares touch, and is a friend to all.
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For the week ending September 24th, we tested 175 classrooms...
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The October 2021 Breakfast and Lunch Menu is now available from Child Nutrition Services. Meals are free for all students during the 2021-2022 school year. However, payment for a la carte purchases and adult meals is still required.
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Our school nutrition program is currently experiencing supply chain issues and effects of nationwide labor shortages. We are having trouble receiving ingredients from our food vendors. This is a nationwide problem, but we are working on several strategies to mitigate the impact on our students.
We apologize to students who are experiencing
last-minute menu changes or menu item unavailability. As we navigate this challenging time,we appreciate your patience and understanding. Thank you for your continued support.
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Attendance Matters
How many absences are too many? Chronic absence is defined as 18 days a year—or just 2 days a month. Call your student's school office if you have questions about your student's attendance.
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Get Involved
A child’s success in school is best assured when the school and the home collaborate their efforts. Parent involvement in a child’s school gives the message to students that education is an important community effort. Here are just a few ways that you can get involved at Cedar Grove...
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Ways to Earn Free Money for Our School
Support Cedar Grove Elementary with your everyday activities without spending an extra cent! Take advantage of these great deals from our partners, and give back to our school with every purchase. Here's how...
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Are you receiving school communications?
Update your contact information to avoid missing important communications from the school and school district via tools like PowerSchool, ParentSquare and Peachjar.
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ESD's Mental Health & Wellness Resource Website
Created with our students, parents, and staff in mind, our Mental Health & Wellness | CONNECTIONS website is filled with a wide variety of resources to help support, connect, and inform the families that attend our schools.