The Weekly Update #4

To make access easier, we have launched the Curriculum Corner on go.centralvcs.org. If you do not see the new module right away, please log out and back in to refresh your dashboard.

How to Use the Curriculum Corner:

Browse Platforms: View tiles for our school’s most popular online curricula.

Find Login Details: Click any tile to view platform-specific login instructions and jump directly to its landing page.

Stay Signed In: Ensure you are logged into your school Google Chrome profile for seamless access.

Helpful Resources:

Watch: How to sign into your Chrome profile: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/16740488?hl=en-GB&ref_topic=16737431&sjid=10095375293321019305-NC

Watch: Curriculum Corner overview video: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sU1lIa2DDW-QIusPu5wCYyA6xcoNt5nX/view?usp=drive_link

Welcome back, students and families!

This Friday, our Superintendents are kicking off another year of our monthly Supers in the Park events! Join us at our North Fresno Hangout at Selma Layne Park and we'd love to see you there.

Parents, bring the kids and enjoy a relaxed morning with iced coffee, snacks, and great conversation. It's a wonderful opportunity to connect with us, your Superintendents, ask questions, share ideas, and spend time together in a welcoming, family-friendly setting.

To kick off our first event of the year, our amazing Community Arts team is also hosting a vendor fair with local community resources and plenty of great things to explore.

We can't wait to see you there and spend another fun morning with our CVCS community!

-Steph, Maria, and Jenny

Details 👇

📅 Friday, August 21st, 2026

📍 Selma Layne Park

2065 E Shepard Ave, Fresno, CA 93720

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Did you read something and forgot the details in a previous edition of the Weekly Buzz? Never fear we keep an archived list, by date on each school's website for you to easily reference.

Monarch River Academy Archived Weekly Buzz List

Yosemite Valley Charter Archived Weekly Buzz List

Hello Families!

We’re looking forward to a wonderful new school year! The first day of school is August 19th. Be sure to check out this Back-to-School Newsletter for important information. Keep an eye on your email in the coming days, as you'll soon receive your student's teacher assignment for the school year.

Back To School Newsletter 26-27

Our English Learner newsletter is here to help you with all your questions about English Learners. Click the link to read what is going on this month.

English Learner Newsletter

Get ready! Starting on day one (August 19th), your student can drop in daily from 9:00–9:30 AM for free 30-minute SEL sessions built for friendship and community. Scan the flyer’s QR codes for 1st–3rd and 4th–6th grade links.

(TK–K, Middle, and High School families: stay tuned—your flyers are coming soon!)

Welcome Back Eagles! We are so excited to start the 26-27 school year with you.

We hope that you are ready to earn certificates in our academic challenges, set some goals for the year with your ISTs and watch for yourself grow thon the STAR assessment.

Please take a look at the Newletter so you can learn more about these learning experiences for your kiddos and also Learning Period Meetings, Ordering Systems, The NEW “Sharehouse” and more.

The Primary Newsletter

Learning Period One Agenda and Information

✅Middle Schoolers: Think you know a little bit about everything? Prove it. 🧠⚡

✅High Schoolers: Want to build a resume that actually stands out? Step up to Academic Decathlon. 🏆

✅Work with a team, compete against other schools, and stack up those medals. 🏅 Bring a friend and see what it takes to dominate the academic arena! 🚀

📍 Where: Virtual Academy (Schoology)

📅 VA Class days: Pentathlon = Tuesdays; Decathlon = Thursdays

📅 Class Time: 1:00-1:50pm

📲 NEW THIS YEAR!!! Flexible Schedule? We’ve got you covered!

Can't make live classes? We now offer an asynchronous option so you can study, prepare, and compete on your own schedule! If you're interested, reach out directly to Coach Glauner and we can get you signed up! 📩

Click here for more information: https://canva.link/o5bfcgif8sz0ec6

IEW Writing classes help students strengthen their writing by focusing on structure and stylistic techniques. Students learn how to outline, summarize, and cite sources in MLA format, including argumentative, expository, narrative, and inventive essays. To build a complete foundation, students will also use "Fix it! Grammar" to master grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure.

Your teacher can help get you signed up for this opportunity!

We are so excited to kick off the school year together! We’ve partnered with fantastic, school-approved local vendors who are bringing an array of curriculum and extracurricular materials straight to our sites. It’s the perfect chance to explore new resources, connect with our community, and get inspired for the year ahead. We hope you can join us!

🗓️ Date: August 21st

⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM (All site events)

📲 Scan the QR code below to view your location’s newsletter for local details and vendor info!

Registration begins for Fall Intramurals Sports on Monday, August 24th on the GO website. All locations will have teams for enrolled students in grades K through 12th.

Log in to the Go Ordering System and choose from the city below to register.

ATWATER

MADERA

CLOVIS

KINGSBURG

Start your senior year surrounded by friends, laughter, and unforgettable memories! Join us for a morning of socializing, games, activities, a light continental breakfast, and plenty of picture-perfect moments. Celebrate the beginning of your final year of high school and make memories that will last a lifetime. Your senior journey starts here!

Sign up @ go.centralvcs.org/events

Our Semester 1 & 2 event scheduling is officially underway, and we can’t wait for an amazing school year ahead! Here’s what you need to know:

👀 PREVIEW DAY: Monday, August 3rd @ 8:00 AM

Get a sneak peek at all of our upcoming events, including Semester 1 field trips, park days, hangouts, and Fall Intramural practices & games!

🗓️ MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR MORE IMPORTANT DATES! 🗓️

🌅 August 3rd @ 8:00 AM

Registration opens early for Senior Sunrise! 🎓

🚌 August 19th @ 8:00 AM

Registration opens for Semester 1 Field Trips! 🎟️ (Note: A few venue favorites like Hobbs Grove, In-N-Out, and Gizdich Ranch will be added as soon as venue booking opens in August!)

⚽ August 24th @ 8:00 AM

Registration opens for Fall Intramural Sports! 🏀

Head over to the event registration site this Monday at 8:00 AM to start browsing and planning your calendar!

👉 https://go.centralvcs.org/events

DiMarco Portraits is excited to bring school picture days to Yosemite Valley Charter and Monarch River Academy families! Our first picture day will be held on August 21 at Selma Layne Park BEFORE and AFTER the Back-to-School Event. The second local date will by August 22nd. Please attend the park day closest to you and trust that we will get photos close to you. We cannot accomodate everyone on the 21st, we will have other options.

DiMarco Portaits Website & Details

No advance registration is required; families will check in at the event. Additional dates and locations are coming soon.

Questions: dimarcoportraits@gmail.com