CVUSD's Communication Snapshot
2025-2026 School Year
Communication Snapshot: Week of January 26, 2026
In this week's snapshot of news, updates and events - you'll find information on the following topics:
Top Headlines:
CVUSD Recognizes International Holocaust Remembrance Day on Tuesday, January 27th
3rd-5th Grade Families: Attend the Invention Convention Information Meeting this Tuesday
Parent/Guardian Feb. Workshop Event: Breaking the Silence - Mental Health in Latino Families
CVUSD's Parent Outreach Program Presents "Entre Pantallas y Aprendizaja" on February 7th
You're Invited: Black History Month Celebration on February 25th
Free Class Offerings from the Conejo Valley Adult School
Sequoia Student Turns Science Fair Win Into Grant to Expand Opportunities for Peers
Lancers Learn Lifesaving Skills at Event Led by Los Robles Regional Medical Center
All the Buzz: Spelling Bees Showcase Elementary Student Talent
Events & Deadlines This Week:
- January 29th: CVUSD Parent/Guardian Virtual Workshop Event - What Every Parent Should Know About Marijuana and Psychosis
- January 31st Deadline: Apply to Serve on CVUSD's New Conejo Valley Adult Education Advisory Committee
Upcoming Events & Deadlines:
February 2nd: Priority Deadline - School Choice Application & Interdistrict Transfer for the 2026-2027 School Year
February 11th: CVUSD TK Winter Wonderland Night at the Grant R. Brimhall Library
February 19th: Elementary Parents Math Webinar - Supporting Student Success in Math
TOP HEADLINES
The theme for this year’s remembrance, “Bridging Generations,” emphasizes the shared responsibility across generations to remember the Holocaust and other genocides, and to learn from the past to build a better future. Click here to learn more.
3rd-5th Grade Families: Attend the Invention Convention Information Meeting
Calling all 3rd – 5th Grade CVUSD students who are creative, curious, enjoy tinkering and innovating: The Invention Convention is designed for you! Identify a problem to solve, come up with a solution that can be invented, create the invention and then share it at the 2025-2026 Invention Convention on March 19th.
Families of 3rd-5th grade students that are interested in participating in this year's Invention Convention are invited to attend the Parent/Student Information Meeting this Tuesday, January 27th from 6:00 —7:00 PM at University Center MPR located at 2801 Atlas Avenue in Thousand Oaks. Additional details below!
Please join CVUSD’s BreakThrough Student Assistance Program and the Conejo Schools Foundation for a workshop presented in Spanish by Angeles Small on Monday, February 2, from 6:00–7:30 PM. This FREE virtual event will focus on understanding the stigma surrounding mental health within Latino families and explore ways to better support our students.
This workshop is designed to empower parents with knowledge, confidence, and culturally responsive tools to support their children’s emotional health, resilience, and overall success.
📍 Click here to learn more about the event.
The Parent Outreach Program invites CVUSD parents and guardians to a special presentation designed to help families ensure technology supports learning without becoming an addiction. By finding this balance, we can ignite passion, curiosity, and a true love for learning at home. Join us to learn how to inspire your children to reach their full academic potential with energy and enthusiasm.
This free event will be presented in Spanish and take place on Saturday, February 7th from 8:30 am to 10:30am at Acacia Magnet School (55 Norman Ave., Thousand Oaks). Please click here to register for the event.
The CVUSD, in proud partnership with the African American District Advisory Council (AADAC), cordially invites all CVUSD families to our Black History Month Celebration. This evening is dedicated to honoring the profound and enduring contributions African Americans have had and continue to make on our culture, history and community.
In collaboration with CVUSD staff and community partners from across the Conejo, we have curated a series of interactive stations designed for education, connection, and joy. Guests will enjoy a vibrant atmosphere featuring food, dance instruction, and meaningful opportunities to engage with neighbors and friends. Details for this free event are as follows:
Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Time: 5:30pm to 7:00pm
Location: University Center MPR - 2801 Atlas Ave., Thousand Oaks
Free Class Offerings from the Conejo Valley Adult School
Our Conejo Valley Adult School is currently enrolling for the following FREE classes:
📍ESL Classes: Seven levels of English from Beginning Literacy to Advanced. Students will learn Reading, Writing, Conversation, Grammar and Pronunciation.
📍HiSET Prep Classes: In-Person classes to help students study for the five sections of the HiSET (GED) test. We pay for our students to take the HiSET at the end of the semester.
📍Citizenship Classes: Learn about the processes to apply for citizenship as well as government and history questions needed for the new test and practice for the interview process.
How to Register: Please visit the CVAE campus at 1025 Old Farm Road in Thousand Oaks to register in person. Registration hours are Mondays through Thursdays from 9am to 11am and 5pm to 7pm.
Questions? Call (805) 497-2761 ext. 1101 or email lcifuentes@conejousd.org.
That initiative gained momentum when Ammon applied for, and was recently awarded, a Tri-County GATE Council Student Grant for the 2025–2026 school year, recognizing both his academic achievement and leadership. The grant will fund essential project materials, including display boards, lab equipment, notebooks, experiment supplies, and Science Fair registration fees to support Sequoia student participation in the upcoming 2026 Ventura County Science Fair. He is one of just four students in the tri-county area to earn this grant to implement projects or services that enhance learning for gifted/high-potential learners for the 2025-2026 school year. Congratulations, Ammon!
Lancers Learn Lifesaving Skills at Los Robles Regional Medical Center Led Event
Last week, all 9th grade students at Thousand Oaks High School took part in an interactive hands-only CPR training led by Los Robles Regional Medical Center and local EMTs. Students practiced chest compressions and reviewed the important steps to take to help someone who may be experiencing a medical emergency. They also heard powerful stories from cardiac survivors. Thank you to our community partners for making this impactful event possible and for supporting the growth of student skills and knowledge!
All the Buzz: Spelling Bees Showcase Elementary Student Talent
It's Spelling Bee season, and we could not be prouder of our resilient elementary school students who have bravely stepped onto their school's center stage to vie for the title of School Spelling Bee Champion! The winner of participating schools' Spelling Bees will have the opportunity to continue to showcase their spelling prowess at the upcoming 2026 SAGE Ventura County Spelling Bee. Preliminaries, a virtual event, takes place in early February, and are followed by Finals, an in-person event, on March 7th.
📸: Photos below showcase the excitement at Cypress Elementary School's recent Spelling Bee, where scholars skillfully showcased their IB learner values of "risk-takers," "knowledgeable" and "caring" as they bravely took to the stage in front of their peers and a panel of judges. Way to go Cubs, and a special congratulations to Maverick - Cypress Spelling Bee Champ!
EVENTS & DEADLINES THIS WEEK
Join the CVUSD's BreakThrough Student Assistance Program and The Conejo Schools Foundation for a free virtual workshop presented by Laura Stack of Johnny's Ambassadors: What Every Parent Should Know About Marijuana and Psychosis, on Thursday January 29th, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. This informative and heartfelt workshop with Laura Stack, founder of Johnny’s Ambassadors, will share her son Johnny’s story to help parents better understand the impact of today’s high-potency marijuana on teens. Laura will share her family’s journey with honesty and compassion, highlighting how THC can affect adolescent brain development and mental health. You'll also learn about the latest products youth are using, the science behind how THC affects the brain, and practical ways to start meaningful conversations with your child.
📍 Click here to register to attend this event.
This event will be held virtually. A Microsoft Teams link will be sent to your email after you register for the virtual event.
Our Conejo Valley Adult Education School is accepting applications from local community members to serve on its inaugural Advisory Committee. This Committee will play a vital role in strengthening and supporting the school’s mission to provide adults with opportunities to improve and enrich their lives, including skills to transition successfully to the work force, college or vocational programs and to attain their personal goals.
Qualifications
- Are you a business owner or leader in our local business community?
- Do you have experience with Adult Education programs or course offerings?
- Did you complete a Career Technical Education program that helped launch your current career?
If you answered yes to any of the above, we encourage you to apply and share your expertise by serving on our new Advisory Committee.
Click here to submit an online application to serve on this new committee.
The deadline to apply is January 31st.
UPCOMING EVENTS & DEADLINES
Note: The majority of CVUSD’s students attend their assigned neighborhood school via the Neighborhood School Enrollment process.
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📍Submitting a School Choice Application for the 2026-2027 School Year: For families who would like to enroll their student in a CVUSD school other than their assigned neighborhood school, this may be completed via the School Choice Application process.
- For the 2026-2027 school year, School Choice Applications that are submitted between Monday, November 3, 2025 and Monday, February 2, 2026 will be considered “on-time” and included in the lottery process.
- 💡 Important: All *new* CVUSD students must first enroll at their assigned neighborhood school via the Online Pre-Enrollment Form before submitting a School Choice Application.
- The School Choice Application for the 2026-2027 School Year is available to complete online here.
- Click here to learn more about School Choice in the CVUSD.
📍Submitting an Interdistrict Transfer Form for the 2026-2027 School Year: If a family resides outside of CVUSD’s boundaries, but would like to attend a CVUSD school, an Interdistrict Transfer Form must be completed. Families must complete an Interdistrict Transfer Form and submit it to their assigned, “home” school district. Interdistrict Transfer Forms should be submitted to CVUSD during the priority period (Monday, November 3, 2025 - Monday, February 2, 2026). Enrollment is contingent on release from your district of residence. Additional information about the Interdistrict Transfer process is available online here.
Do you have a child who will be turning 4 by September 1, 2026? Join us for an enchanting evening at our Transitional Kindergarten Winter Wonderland Night at the Library! We're partnering with the Grant R. Brimhall Library and Newbury Park Library to create a Winter Wonderland where your child can play, create, and explore while you get a firsthand look at how CVUSD’s TK program builds the foundation for academic success for students. Note: No snow gear required—just a sense of wonder!
Wednesday, February 11th • 5:30pm to 7:00pm
Grant R. Brimhall Library
Thursday, March 19th • 5:30pm to 7:00pm
Newbury Park Library
Why Attend?
• Meet CVUSD dedicated teachers and ask questions about TK and the curriculum.
• See the “TK Difference” in action through evidence-based, play-centered learning.
• Connect with other families in our school community.
Our Instructional Services Team invites families to participate in upcoming CVUSD Math Parent Webinars, designed to support student success in mathematics at every grade level.
Two webinars will be hosted - one for elementary families and one for secondary families:
- Elementary Parents Math Webinar: February 19th at 6pm:
Click Here to Register to Attend
- Secondary Parents Math Webinar: March 5th at 6pm:
Click Here to Register to Attend
These engaging and informative sessions will provide families with a deeper understanding of the California Mathematics Framework and how it guides math instruction across CVUSD schools. Parents will learn about the instructional approaches used in classrooms, the supports and resources available at school, and practical strategies families can use at home to strengthen their child’s math confidence and achievement. The webinars will also highlight CVUSD Math Pathways for middle and high school, helping families better understand course options, progression, and how students are supported as they move toward future academic and career goals. Click here to learn more.
