CVUSD's Communication Snapshot

Top Headlines:

• CVUSD Celebrates Public School Volunteer Week: April 20th-24th
• Now Hiring: Join Our Child Nutrition Team!
• The Annual State of the Schools Event Returns May 7th
• Congratulations to Sarah Mergian of Sycamore Canyon School: Our April Teacher of the Month
• Nine CVUSD Students Earn 2025-2026 California State PTA Reflections Art Program Awards

• Friendship, Inclusion & Fun at the Annual Unified Soccer Tournament

• CVUSD Board Room Transforms Into Prom Boutique Experience for Students

Upcoming Events & Deadlines:

• April 30th Application Deadline: Our Measure I Bond Oversight Committee Seeks Representatives for 2026-2027

CVUSD proudly recognizes the third week in April as Public School Volunteer Week, a time to recognize and celebrate the invaluable contributions of volunteers in public education! Volunteers play a critical role in supporting the success of CVUSD students, teachers, support staff and our schools, while also promoting the importance of volunteering and community involvement.

The presence of volunteers fosters a stronger bond between the school system and the community at large. Public School Volunteer Week highlights the meaningful difference volunteers make in public schools and showcases how even small acts of service can make a big positive impact on students, staff, and the entire school community.

We invite the whole Conejo community to express their gratitude and appreciation to all of our school volunteers all year through, and especially during the week of April 20th-24th. Thank you volunteers for the immeasurable difference you make each and every day! Click here to learn more.

Our Child Nutrition Department is hiring for a variety of Child Nutrition Assistant positions. Join a dedicated team that plays a vital role in supporting student success every day. These important positions make meaningful contributions for our students’ health and well-being by preparing food, serving meals and completing other essential responsibilities. There are both part-time and school term opportunities currently available, including:

• Child Nutrition Assistant - Satellite: Salary $22.34 - $26.90 Hourly - Part-Time
• Child Nutrition Assistant II: Salary $19.30-$23.19 Hourly - Part-Time
• Child Nutrition Assistant I: Salary $18.77 - $22.56 - School Term

Click on the position names above to see the complete job descriptions and to submit an online application.

Why CVUSD? Join a dedicated team that plays a vital role in supporting student success every day. We offer a positive work environment, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in your community. Apply today and become an essential part of our Child Nutrition team!

The Conejo Schools Foundation hosts the annual State of the Schools event on Thursday, May 7th with CVUSD Superintendent, Dr. Mark McLaughlin and District staff presenting information on the state of our public schools, celebrating recent accomplishments and showcasing plans for the future.

The event will take place at California Lutheran University - Lundring Event Center (130 Overton Ct, Thousand Oaks) with a reception from 5pm to 6pm and the address from 6pm to 7pm.

This is a great opportunity to celebrate and learn more about our CVUSD schools.

Click here to learn more about this event and to purchase tickets to attend.

Sarah Mergian welcomes all students with enthusiasm, grace and kindness. A transitional kindergarten (TK) teacher at Sycamore Canyon School for five school years, and counting, Ms. Mergian is a strong advocate for inclusion in the classroom, and has been making a positive impact in the Coyotes’ community since her arrival.

Ms. Mergian leads by example, fostering a culture of respect among students by greeting them around campus, including everyone in playground activities, and encouraging them to care for one another. She provides class lessons and activities that are so inspiring that students and staff alike are excited and want to replicate the activities.

At the Tuesday, April 14th staff meeting at Sycamore Canyon School, Ms. Mergian was surprised with the April 2026 Teacher of the Month recognition. She was presented with a commemorative plaque from the Greater Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce, along with a $300 teacher grant from the Conejo Schools Foundation, and received congratulatory wishes from CVUSD’s leadership team and members of the Greater Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Education Committee.

Congratulations Ms. Mergian on your well-deserved recognition for the positive impact you make each and every day! Click here to read more.

“I Belong!” is the theme for this year’s PTA Reflections contest where students ranging from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade were encouraged to create an original artwork that expresses their interpretation of this year’s theme in one or more of the following categories: Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography and/or Visual Arts.

We would like to congratulate the following CVUSD students for moving through multiple, competitive rounds of judging and thousands of entries to earn the following state-level awards for their unique art submissions:

Award of Excellence - California State PTA Reflections

• Rowan Zollars - 7th grader - Sycamore Canyon School - Dance Choreography
• Hayden Lawrence - 6th grader - Redwood Middle School - Film Production

*The art submissions from Rowan and Hayden have advanced to the National portion of the competition, and are eligible for additional awards and recognition to be announced in May.

Award of Merit - California State PTA Reflections (click here to view the complete list):

• Finley Bronk - PreK - Lang Ranch - Photography
• Peyton Connell - 5th grader - Sycamore Canyon - Visual Arts
• Eric Zhang - 11th grader - Westlake High - Musical Composition
• Lily Love Rodriguez - 9th grader - Westlake High School - Film Production
• Kaden Paulson - 4th grader - Lang Ranch - Film Production
• Brooklyn Mohelnitzky - 11th grader - Newbury Park High - Dance Choreography

Honorable Mention - California State PTA Reflections:

• Brody Wright - 12th grader - Newbury Park High School - Photography

We are so proud of all of our students who participated in this year’s PTA Reflections Art Program! Thank you for sharing your artistic talents and the joy of making art with the world. Click here to learn more.

On Friday, Thousand Oaks High School hosted the annual Unified Soccer Tournament, bringing together our three nationally recognized Unified Sports programs from Thousand Oaks High, Newbury Park High, and Westlake High Schools.

Throughout the morning, Unified Athletes and Unified Partners took to the field side by side, demonstrating not only their soccer skills but also the power of collaboration, encouragement, and friendship. Every pass, goal, and cheer reflected a shared commitment to sportsmanship and support for one another.

More than just a tournament, the event highlighted what makes Unified Sports so impactful: the friendships formed and the sense of belonging fostered within each team. While there were plenty of exciting moments on the field, the true victory of the day was the strong sense of community and connection that brought everyone together.

Way to go Unified Lancers, Unified Panthers and Unified Warriors!

Last week, our CVUSD Board Room transformed into a stunning prom boutique, giving students the chance to “shop” at no cost for their perfect prom look. From elegant gowns and sharp suit jackets to stylish shoes and eye-catching accessories, everything was set to help students feel confident and be event-ready.

This annual event is hosted by our Student Support Services team, with students invited through their school sites and counselors. A heartfelt thank you to our community partner Conejo Schools Foundation, and the countless volunteers who donated their time and resources, to help make this special experience possible.

Community Service Opportunity: CVUSD is seeking qualified individuals to serve on its Independent Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee. We are currently looking to fill the following openings for the 2026-2027 school year:

• A Parent/Guardian of a Child Enrolled in the District
• A Representative from a Business Organization
• A Representative from a Senior Citizens’ Organization
  
  

The committee is charged with informing the public concerning the District’s expenditure of Measure I bond proceeds, reviewing expenditure reports, and preparation and presentation of an annual report. The committee meets approximately 4-5 times per year.The application period is open until April 30th at noon.

👉 Click here to learn more about this opportunity.

👉 Click here to complete an online application to serve on this Committee.