Argus and Endeavor High School

Good afternoon, MJC Drop-in Support: We will be hosting Modesto Junior College applications Workshops. Date: Thursday, February 22nd Friday, February 23rd Monday, February, 26th Time: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. Location: Room 12

Stanislaus Youth Empowerment Alliance 2024 Youth Summit on Jobs and Career Pathways, which aims to provide valuable insights and guidance to students as they navigate their future careers. Students will learn about career pathways, local in-demand industries, vocational training programs, union jobs information, apprenticeships, activities, networking, food, prizes and more! School transportation will be provided. Date: April 10, 2024 Time: 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 pm Location: Martin Peterson Event Center 720 12th Street, Modesto, CA. Please let Mrs. Monica Ortiz know if you would like to attend by Thursday, February 28, 2024.

First observed in 1885 to honor President George Washington’s birthday, the holiday now known as Presidents’ Day occurs the third Monday of each February as a day to honor all U.S. presidents. Whether you spend today reading, speaking, thinking, and writing (as sixth President John Quincy Adams encouraged) or in some other pursuit, we wish you a Happy #PresidentsDay! 🇺🇸

First observed in 1885 to honor President George Washington’s birthday, the holiday now known as Presidents’ Day occurs the third Monday of each February as a day to honor all U.S. presidents. Whether you spend today reading, speaking, thinking, and writing (as sixth President John Quincy Adams encouraged) or in some other pursuit, we wish you a Happy #PresidentsDay, and look forward to seeing everyone back at school tomorrow! 🇺🇸

CUSD schools will be closed for the February break from Monday, Feb. 12 through Monday, Feb. 19 (Presidents' Day). The District Office will be closed Monday, Feb. 12 and Monday, Feb. 19 (open Feb. 13-16). We will look forward to seeing everyone back at school on Tuesday, Feb. 20. As a reminder, students with 0-1 absences in February are automatically entered into their school's drawing for a PlayStation 5! 👊

The Rotary Club of Ceres announces its annual “Service Above Self” Academic Scholarships. These scholarships are awarded to students who best epitomize the Rotary Club motto of “Service Above Self.” Applications must be received by Thursday, March 14, 2024. Please reach out to Mrs. Monica Ortiz if you have any questions.

Attention 2024 graduates!! The 2024 Rotary Club of Ceres “Service Above Self” Scholarship is available! The scholarship form itself is available here: bit.ly/CeresRotaryScholarship24 The due date is March 14, 2023. Please reach out to Mrs. Artea if you have any questions.

SAVE THE DATE and your HERO POINTS! 2024 Prom Saturday, April 27 "Purchase" a Prom Ticket for 100 HERO POINTS

Check out this week's FUN activities! Tuesday - Cookie decorating Wednesday - Fire Pit FUN with Pizza and wings! Sign up to play in the Madden Tournament Friday - Goodie bags

Hey seniors and potential graduates, if you are planning on attending MJC this upcoming Fall 2024, make sure to sign up to attend the MJC Experience Field Trip. You must have an application on file, your W number (MJC student number) and set up Pirates Net/Student Email. Click the link below to sign up. https://forms.gle/BaXbg4vhPthyvj3S9 Students will be able to do the following: · Complete Orientation · Educational Planning (Meet with a MJC counselor) · MJC ID Cards · Tour of East/West Campus · Plan for Fall Classes Thursday, February 29, 2024 8:15 am – 2:30 pm

Are you or someone you know interested in starting a home daycare? CUSD has partnered with Stanislaus 2030 to support efforts to increase childcare and daycare availability in Ceres. To learn more about how you can receive free training and earn a $2,500 grant for start-up, download the Nurture-Child Care Business App, or text “learn more” to (833) 241-3994.

Visit our Virtual Wellness Center! https://sites.google.com/ceresusd.net/welcome/home Be sure to Check-In! This Virtual Wellness Center is a place for students and families to find tools and strategies for managing emotions and feelings. Reach out to Mrs. Artea if you are having trouble accessing this site. :)

*Need help completing the FAFSA/CADAA application? Call (209) 556-1800 to schedule an appointment for assistance. *Every student that completes the FAFS A/CADAA will receive an additional graduation ticket!

Class of 2024 - Need more than 8 Graduation Ceremony Tickets? 100 HERO points = 1 ticket (limit 3) GPA 3.0 or higher = 1 ticket Submitting a Financial Aid Application = 1 ticket

What a phenomenal turnout for this evening’s CUSD Community Town Hall! Thank you to CUSD families, staff, and everyone who braved the rain to support success for all students. 🥰 A special shout out to our Student Services and Special Education teams who planned and coordinated this event, and to our community partners including Meena Tadimeti and Special Needs in My City, Valley Mountain Regional Center, Arc of the Valley, Disability Resources Agency for Independent Living-DRAIL, and California Department of Rehabilitation. A shining example of #TheCeresWay! ✨

The countdown is on! ⏰ Priority TK/Kindergarten registration for the 2024-2025 school year opens Thursday, Feb. 1 for CUSD schools of choice: Lucas Elementary Dual Language Academy, Caswell Elementary Dual Language Academy, Patricia Kay Beaver Leadership Magnet, and Whitmore Charter School of the Arts and Technology! Links to online registration packets will be available at https://ceresunifiedsdca.sites.thrillshare.com/o/cusd/page/school-enrollment beginning Thursday, or pick up a hard copy at our friendly neighborhood schools. Registration for all other CUSD schools begins March 1! Incoming students must be at least 4 by June 2, 2024. We're so excited ... and we just can't hide it!!! 🎉🤗🤸🎇👏

Class of 2024, have you completed the financial aid application? If you need help, schedule an appointment with Mrs. Monica Ortiz. Call the office 209-556-1800 or stop by the College and Career Center Room 12 to schedule an appointment.

ATTENTION LADIES! The Soroptimist DREAM IT, BE IT conference is right around the corner!! Soroptimist's Dream It, Be It: Career Support for Girls helps girls grow up to be strong, successful, happy adults. The program provides girls, like you, with access to professional role models, career education and the resources to live your dreams. If you are interested in attending this amazing event, please see your Learning Director. Space is limited to the first 20 girls who sign up so don't wait or you might miss out on this awesome opportunity!! DEADLINE to sign up is February 29, 2024

Coming in February to the Ceres Family Resource Center! Families with children 0-5, register now for the Spring into Action program offering fun, free parenting information and more: Music and movement Car seat safety Bilingual story time Financial literacy English sessions are Tuesdays, 9:00-10:30 a.m. beginning Feb. 20. Spanish sessions are Wednesdays, 9:00-10:30 a.m. beginning Feb. 21. Did we mention participants receive free books and backpacks? For more information and to register, please phone (209) 556-1559.

Mark your calendar for the next CUSD Town Hall: February 1, 2024 5:00-7:00 p.m. (dinner included) Ceres Community Center, 2701 4th St., Ceres Topic: Supporting Our Students in Special Education To register for free childcare, please contact our Family Resource Center at (209) 556-1559.