The Weekly BUZZ

Monday, August 12, 2024

As we gather once again to embark on a new school year, we are thrilled to welcome you back! This year, we’re diving deeper into the adventure of learning—exploring uncharted waters, discovering new ideas, and uncovering the treasures of knowledge that await beneath the surface.

Just like an ocean dive, education is full of wonders and challenges. Sometimes, the waters may seem deep and the currents strong, but with curiosity as our compass and determination as our guide, there’s no limit to how far we can go. Together, we'll explore new depths in every subject, pushing beyond the familiar and venturing into the unknown.

Remember, every dive requires courage, and every adventure brings growth. Whether we’re navigating through complex problems or swimming through the joys of discovery, know that you are never alone on this journey. Your teachers and entire school community are here to support you every step of the way.

So, gear up for the year ahead, and get ready to dive into the incredible adventure that is learning. Let's make waves, explore new horizons, and dive deeper than ever before!

Welcome back, and here’s to an amazing year ahead!

The Lending Library is full of thousands of wonderful educational resources for our families to borrow. Remember to check the library before spending your funds on OS orders, we may have just the item you are looking for! The Library Van delivers library orders to seven locations around the Central Valley.

Please check the Library Newsletter page for the upcoming delivery schedule, locations, library hours, and more.

Online Library Orders Library Newsletter

Families, please watch the following video that explains new features in the Ordering System (OS) which ensure service orders are placed on-time and ready for processing.

Reminder: Do not accept services without a processed certificate in-hand to provide to your Community Partner. Services must be placed at-least 7 days in advance of a service start date. This ensures time for your teacher to review and the processing team to process prior to starting lessons.

Click to Watch Detailed Video (1.41)

English Learner Newsletter

We are excited to launch our free IEW Structure and Style writing classes on September 9th! Classes will be for 3/4, 5/6, and 7/8 grades and be offered on Monday or Tuesday from 9-10am. If you are interested and able to commit to the year-long class, please let your IST know ASAP. Classes will be filled on a first come first serve basis. (If you completed an interest form last year, that did not guarantee a spot. You will still need to sign-up through your IST.)

We're building friendships through fostering social skills, empathy, and communication in a supportive environment for students TK-8th! Check out our website for more information!

The purpose of Launchpad is to provide daily live interaction within specific grade-band communities, taught by the same teachers. Our mission is to nurture and develop positive friendships among young children through teacher-led, engaging virtual online activities, games, and interactive sessions. Focused on fostering social skills, empathy, and communication, our program provides a supportive environment where kids can build lasting bonds while having fun.

LOADS of Details

Informational Flyer

All students will receive a school-issued Gmail account. All students will receive account information today, August 12th.

The account information will be sent to the primary parent’s email and ISTs will be cc’d on these emails. The email will come from help@centralvcs.org and the Student Google Account Email Template will share with you what information is being sent.

The different permissions for each grade band are outlined below:

TK-8: accounts are only used for curriculum accounts and Google Drive access. Families can request students in these grade bands to have access to Gmail, Youtube

9-12: curriculum accounts, Google Drive access, and a Gmail inbox for internal and external communication. Students in grades 9-12 are encouraged to use their school emails to communicate with ISTs, VA teachers, and college professors.

Please remind students these accounts are for school use only.

Welcome to Central Valley Charter Schools! We are delighted to extend a warm greeting as you embark on this exciting educational journey with us. At Yosemite Valley Charter and Monarch River Academy, we believe in the power of collaboration between home and school, and we are thrilled to partner with you in fostering your child's academic and personal growth. Your teacher will be reaching out to you to ensure you set up for a successful start to the school year. In the meantime please feel free to get started reading our Welcome Newsletter.

🏈Is your 4th-12th grader interested in playing Flag-football in the fall? Sign up for the launch of our first intramural sports season. You can sign up in the Ordering System. It is listed as a Service and titled Central Valley Charter Schools Intramural Sports. Practice and games will be held in the Clovis/Fresno area, but the field has not been secured just yet. Spots are not guaranteed as we must have adequate coaching staff and that task is being worked on now. We cannot wait to meet you on the field and make lots of new friends!

The last day to sign up is September 13th.

🚌 Ready to elevate your field trip adventures? Get ready to embark on a journey like never before! 🌟 Our school-sponsored trips are taking things up a notch, with a blend of community engagement and enriching educational experiences awaiting you next year. 🎉 Get set to dive deep into learning and expand your horizons with every step. 🌍 Are you prepared to make memories that will last a lifetime? Don't miss out on the excitement - join us for the ultimate field trip experience! 🎒 #FieldTripUpgrade #ExploreLearnGrow

Exciting news! Academic Adventures for the 24-25 school year are previewing now! Visit adventures.centralvcs.org to review the updated instructional field trip policy, and get a sneak peak of this year’s line up of educational adventures!

https://adventures.centralvcs.org/

The schools are enhancing their academic trips this year to make them more enriching and engaging! With a focus on quality over quantity, there will be fewer school-sponsored trips, but parents can still take advantage of OS funds to explore educational destinations with their students. And with a Big List of ideas available, there are plenty of opportunities for learning and making new friends. Sounds like a fantastic way to make the most of the school year!

🧠The BIG List of IDEAS! 🧭

📅Mark your calendars! Our free park events for all enrolled students are gearing up for an incredible year of connecting and learning together! The first and third Fridays at 11:00 a.m. the Community Arts Team will host time in the park for our students.

Adventure Days are full of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Music) activities, field play, and loads of laughs!

Hangouts! are free spirited, fun, and primarily student led. The staff will offer a short activity at the beginning of the event and then students will have opportunities to build relationships through games, crafts, and other activities.

Meet the Team!

If you have not joined our private Facebook group, you are missing out on some amazing conversations. You must answer the group questions to join and then connect!

Central Support for Families and School Staff

Another awesome group to join is where our approved vendors and school community are able to interact and ask questions or share advice. YVC & MRA Vendors

If you happen to have any questions or have a request for us to cover in the newsletter, please send an email to community@centralvcs.org so we can add it to our list. We would love your suggestions so we are giving you content you need!

Email: community@centralvcs.org
Website: https://yosemitevalleycharter.org/
Location: 3610 East Ashlan Avenue, Fresno, CA, USA
Phone: (559) 258-0800
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CentralCACharters