ABC Weekly

The Artesia High School gym was filled with joyful noise on September 2 as families came together for ABCUSD Family Band Night!

Band directors and student musicians from across the District welcomed families and gave students an opportunity to explore the world of music. Students could see and hear a variety of band instruments, try them out, meet our band teachers, and learn more about beginning their own musical journey.

From trumpets and trombones to drums, clarinets, saxophones, and more, the evening was all about trying something new, having fun, and inspiring the next generation of ABCUSD musicians.

Thank you to our band directors and student musicians for sharing their time, talent, and love of music with our families!

Attending school every day is one of the best ways to help students learn and grow. September is Attendance Awareness Month, and schools across the District are celebrating the importance of being at school with fun activities reminding students that their presence matters!

From pajama days to dressing as a favorite book or movie character, schools are finding creative ways to remind students that showing up each day makes a difference.

Interested in Whitney High School? The application window for the 2027–2028 school year opened September 1, 2026 and both ABCUSD resident and out-of-district students may apply.

ABCUSD resident students can apply as they have in previous years through Whitney High School’s annual admissions process. New this year, students who live outside ABCUSD boundaries are also eligible to apply.

The admissions process includes an application, writing assessment, and reading and math placement tests. Applications are due September 30, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.

Learn more about eligibility, the application process, important dates, and how to apply at abcusd.info/WhitneyHighSchoolAdmissions.

September is Suicide Prevention Month. We continue to share information and resources to help families recognize when someone may be struggling and know how to offer support.

This week, our focus is on connecting people with support and resources. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health or emotional crisis, help is available by calling or texting 988. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and connects callers with trained crisis counselors who can provide support and connect them with additional resources when needed.

As a reminder, Care Solace is available to ABCUSD students, families, and staff. Care Solace can help connect you with mental health and substance use care that fits your needs and circumstances. Call 888-515-0595 or visit caresolace.com/site/abcusd for assistance.

Together, we can build a community where people feel connected, supported, and able to ask for help when they need it.

Don’t forget to update your child’s required school forms! Please log in to your Parent Portal to review and approve the District’s forms for your child or children.

Visit parentportal.abcusd.us to complete or update your child’s school forms today!

Calling all young artists and writers! The Friends of the Cerritos Library is sponsoring its 23rd annual Art Contest for students in grades K through 6 and Short Story Contest for students in grades 3 through 6.

Participants must have a valid Cerritos Library card. As a reminder, all ABCUSD students are eligible to receive a Cerritos Library card, regardless of where they live.

Entries must be received by Friday, October 9, before 7:00 p.m.

For more information, visit library.cerritos.gov or call (562) 916-1343