
Here are a few photos from our Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration. A special thank you to all high school students from Central Valley High School who performed on this day :) It was a fun day! #adkisongators










Superintendent Denise Wickham and Board Member Brian de la Porte were honored to accept, on CUSD's behalf, recognition from CASA of Stanislaus County for our commitment to serving the needs of every student, including those in foster care. We appreciate our partnership with CASA, whose work to ensure that foster youth have a voice and receive the care they deserve is a #LightOfHope in Ceres and beyond. #TheCeresWay




Did you know? CUSD’s graduation rate is among the best in Stanislaus County and well above the state average.


Congratulations Taylor! We hope you enjoy your PS5! Thank you to all students who have been coming to school this month! We hope you continue to attend school every day! Who will be the winner of the Beats Fit Pro at the end of October? #attendancematters #adkisongators


Meet Leila and her paraprofessional, Laura. Leila loves being part of Choir and Dance at school. Laura helps make sure that Leila has the support she needs to fully participate in learning and school activities, just like her peers.
Think you'd enjoy working one-on-one with students during school hours? CUSD is hiring paraprofessionals ... no experience required! Must be able to pass a background check and demonstrate NCLB compliance (we can help ... ask us how). To find out more and apply online, please visit http://www.edjoin.org/Home/DistrictJobPosting/1847125. #TeamCUSD #TheCeresWay


Congratulations to all students who were recognized at this months Character Trait Assembly! Thank you for showing RESPECT! #adkgators #characteraward








Voters in neighboring communities have passed school facility improvement bond measures to repair and upgrade their aging schools. Similar updates and repairs to those completed in neighboring districts are required in our own schools in order to ensure that all CUSD students have access to comparable state-of-the-art educational facilities and are prepared to compete for the jobs of the future. To learn more, please visit www.ceres.k12.ca.us/page/facilities-upgrades.


It's good to see you, Fall! 👋🍂 You're so much cooler than summer. 😎🌡️ #FirstDayofFall #AutumnVibes


Our 4th, 5th, and 6th grade Gators had a special visit this week from Graphic Novelist Mat Heagerty. Students learned the process of how graphic novels get published and how the comics come to life. Several lucky Gators even received a signed copy of his book Lumberjackula :)





During today's Association of California School Administrators Women in School Leadership Forum, Dr. Denise Wickham accepted the award for Exemplary Woman in Education for the State of California. In addressing the audience, Dr. Wickham acknowledged, "I couldn't have imagined – as the daughter of an immigrant dairyman who milked cows alongside my dad and brother before the bus came to pick me up for school every morning – that college could be in my future. ... And never, in my wildest dreams, did this moment seem possible." Congrats, Dr. Wickham! 🎉🏆✨ #DreamItDoIt #LadiesWhoLead #TheCeresWay


Happy National IT Professionals’ Day to all of the talented (and patient) folks who keep technology running smoothly for CUSD students and staff! Whether a device is glitchy or we forgot our password, or we’re looking for an innovative way to support learning or streamline processes, our Education Technology Services team comes to the rescue. So far this school year, they're up to 7,037 completed Help Desk requests ... and counting! #ThanksTeam #TheCeresWay


Several classrooms are beginning to earn their pizza party! Mr. Ulloa's pizzeria is getting quite busy. Keep coming to school every day and keep up the great work Gators. #adkgators #attendancematters



Our local classrooms, labs, and school facilities are aging and in need of repairs. For example, upgrades are needed to security cameras, radios, and security systems at all schools and deteriorating portable classrooms need replacing. To learn more about steps CUSD is taking to address necessary facilities improvements, please visit www.ceres.k12.ca.us/page/facilities-upgrades.


At the Sept. 14 Board meeting, CUSD Trustees celebrated employees who are new to the district. Welcome to the family! #TeamCUSD #TheCeresWay


Ceres Unified School District is proud to continue our district-wide FACTOR program to help families support their children’s educational journey. These weekly workshops offer practical information on the social, emotional, and physical development of children in grades TK-12, along with useful information and resources for navigating the educational system, becoming college and career ready, and developing 21st century skills. Classes are offered in English and Spanish and include weekly raffles! For additional information, please contact Ceres Adult School at (209) 556-1557.


Congratulations Jesus! We hope you enjoy your scooter! Thank you to all students who have been coming to school this month! We hope you continue to attend school every day! Who will be the winner of the PS5 at the end of September? #attendancematters #adkisongators


While CUSD students are achieving at high levels, school facilities are aging and in need of repair. In total, CUSD’s Facilities Master Plan identifies over $155 million of needed repairs and improvements across every school site. To learn more about steps CUSD is taking to address needed upgrades, please visit www.ceres.k12.ca.us/page/facilities-upgrades.


September is Suicide Prevention Month. The 988 Lifeline is available to support anyone through any emotional need — not just thoughts of suicide. By calling, texting, or chatting, anyone can connect with a trained crisis counselor who is ready to provide support at any time. CUSD also has mental health resources available to support students at all of our schools.
Downloadable PDFs of the parent and educator tips are available at https://5il.co/2458h.





Say 👋 to another round of students who met the attendance criteria of 0-1 absences for August and won exciting prizes! Attending #SchoolEveryDay is #TheCeresWay! 🚲🛴✨🙌





CUSD’s 20 neighborhood schools include an award-winning K-8 leadership magnet, two dual-language academies and charter school options. CUSD’s graduation rate is among the best in Stanislaus County and well above the state average. To learn more, visit www.ceres.k12.ca.us.
