Clovis Unified School District

❤️ SCHOOL SAFETY IN CUSD
At Clovis Unified, we take the safety of our students and staff very seriously. We work closely with local and state agencies to ensure that we are well-prepared and children are protected in the case of any emergency situation.

Here is an overview of what to expect if an emergency situation does arise at a school site:

1. Clovis Unified has its own police force, but also works with local law enforcement agencies who may be leading the investigation.
2. An Urgent Alert via ParentSquare is sent to parents, generally within the first 15 minutes of a safety event. Please know that securing a campus for the safety of our students and staff must be our top priority, followed closely by our commitment to keeping you well-informed.
3. Parent/guardian contacts on file will receive an email, text and phone call for this initial alert message. Please refer to this for answers to your questions, and keep phone lines at the school clear. If necessary, place your call to the district office and a member of our support team will help.
4. Please do not come to the school campus while emergency protocols are in place, unless you are instructed do so by the school. Most of the time, law enforcement will not allow anyone to enter or exit campus, and we need to make sure the roads and parking lots stay clear for public safety personnel to do their jobs.
5. We will send update texts and emails every 20-30 minutes, even if there are no major updates to report. We will send a message when the situation is resolved via an Alert (text and email).
6. Prepare now by checking your notification settings in ParentSquare (in your Account Settings) and make sure you have texts and emails turned on for Clovis Unified School District so you receive our Alerts.

You can read more about our school safety procedures and your role in the event of an emergency at a school on our School Safety webpage, or visit cusd.com/school-year-information for all of our back to school information.

📸 LET'S CONNECT - WINNERS!
It was so fun to see what our Clovis Unified students and families were up to this summer; we received more than 100 photo submissions, sharing everything from far-away vacations to fun right here in town! Congratulations to the three winning giveaway submissions:

• Grayson H. from Mountain View Elementary
• Brodie B. from Granite Ridge Intermediate
• Isabella, Eliana and Anna G. from Cole Elementary

Thanks to everyone for sharing your summer adventures with us! We cannot wait to see you all back in the classroom for the start of the school year on Aug. 17!

🛑 TRAFFIC SAFETY AROUND OUR SCHOOLS
As the new school year fastly approaches, we want to remind drivers to be safe around our schools and our students. New this year, areas surrounding schools in the city of Fresno (which includes quite a few CUSD schools) now have a 20 mph speed limit instead of 25 mph. Please be mindful of your speed when driving around any school.

In addition, please keep these tips in mind when driving in a school zone:

• Double check every intersection, watching for pedestrians crossing the street.
• In parking lots, watch for students walking to or from cars, or crossing the entrance.
• Use the proper drop-off/pick-up areas to keep the flow of traffic smooth.
• In rain or fog, slow down and be extra cautious of the drivers and pedestrians around you.
• Always stop behind a school bus with red lights blinking and a stop sign out. This means students are entering or exiting the bus and may be crossing the road.

For more back to school information, visit cusd.com/school-year-information.

ℹ️ "NEW TO CLOVIS UNIFIED" NIGHT
Whether you're enrolling your first student into school, or just moved to the area, new families to Clovis Unified are invited to join us for a "New to CUSD Parent Night!" On Aug. 6 from 5:30-7 p.m., come to the Clovis High gym to meet with members of several CUSD departments and learn more about resources available to you, and your role in your child's education. This is a free-to-attend event, and the whole family is welcome to join! Register here: cusd.com/parent-academy.

Throughout the year, our Supplemental Services department hosts various Parent Nights to educate parents on timely topics, such as technology use and the importance of literacy at home. Keep an eye out on our social media for more event annoucements, or see the schedule at cusd.com/parent-academy.

✏️ BACK TO SCHOOL TIPS
With our 56 school campuses opening soon, there are steps parents and students can take now to get ready for a great school year. The following suggestions are offered by Clovis Unified teachers, staff and administrators that will help children prepare:

Begin Now:
• Talk about things to look forward to in school this year.
• Look up co-curricular opportunities at the school on the school's website.
• Ease back into your school schedule; start at least a week before school starts going to bed and waking up earlier to adjust to school start times.
• Identify where you will drop off and pick up your child each day.
• Prepare with your child a calm, quiet space for a homework station at home, complete with school supplies.

When School Starts:
• Eat a good breakfast every morning to fuel up for the day.
• Make sure your student gets enough sleep; children up to fifth grade need 10 to 11 hours a night.
• Set and keep good routines for mornings, homework, evenings and more.
• Plan to attend back to school events at your campus to meet your student's teacher and other important staff.
• Keep a positive attitude. The first few days can be a little difficult as everyone gets back into the swing of things, but with positivity and healthy habits, we can make this school year a success!

Find more back to school tips in the upcoming issue of CUSD Today, mailed into homes monthly. Clovis Unified schools begin Aug. 17!

👕 DRESS TO IMPRESS IN CUSD!
Are you going through your child’s clothes or thinking of going back-to-school shopping as you prepare to start a new school year? Please be sure to keep Clovis Unified’s dress code in mind when planning outfits. A few key points to be aware of include a 5-inch inseam requirement for shorts; no frays that would allow for skin or undergarments to show through them; and sleeveless shirts must have 2-inch wide straps on the shoulder. Elementary-aged students must wear shoes that have a heel strap or back; no flip flops are allowed at any grade level.

The dress code is designed to create a safe and healthy learning environment for All students. For more details and information, please visit: cusd.com/school-year-information. Clovis Unified schools begin Aug. 17!

🍎 BACK TO SCHOOL EVENTS
Did you know many of our schools hold their Back to School Night for parents before the start of the school year? Check your school's website to see what back to school events are happening! You don't want to miss the chance to meet the teacher and learn about the upcoming school year. For our youngest students, many Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten classes host "meet the teacher" events to welcome new students to the school and make them feel more comfortable for their first day. Don't miss out on these important back to school activities!

🩺 SIERRA VISTA CHILDREN'S HEALTH CENTER
Did you know Clovis Unified has a health center for students? Services are available to children ages 0-18 years, and are free-of-charge to income-eligible families. Services include sports physicals, wellness exams, immunizations, treatment of illness or minor injuries, screenings and more. Our Sierra Vista Children’s Health Center is located in the southeast corner of the Sierra Vista Elementary campus (510 Barstow Ave, Clovis CA 93612).

Ready to make an appointment? Have more questions? Call 559-327-7976, or visit the website: cusd.com/health-centers.

ℹ️ PARENT INFORMATION HUB
Looking for information on the new school year? Our 2026-27 school year hub is a great place to start! From helpful resources like bus schedules and the dress code to important dates like the next holiday off of school, this hub on our website can help you find what you need to succeed this school year. Visit cusd.com/school-year-information