Monthly Archives: February 2014
Cherry Chase Elementary School Celebrates Read Across America Day
| February 28, 2014 | Filed under Cherry Chase School, School Programs |
Students in Sunnyvale joined millions of their peers across the country to celebrate the sixteenth annual National Education Association’s (NEA) Read Across America Day on Monday, March 3, 2014. NEA’s Read Across America Day, which celebrates Dr. Seuss’s birthday and the joys of reading, expected more than 45 million readers, both young and old, to […] more
Message From the Superintendent: Winter 2014
| February 28, 2014 | Filed under Superintendent |
Dear Friends, Well here we find ourselves in the middle of winter and while the rest of the country is battling the elements, Californians’ are hoping that we receive much needed moisture soon. Lately, and as I approach my 27th anniversary with Sunnyvale School District and 5th year as Superintendent, I find myself reflecting on […] more
Sunnyvale School District Embraces “Farm to School” Program
| February 28, 2014 | Filed under Columbia Middle School, Cumberland School, Healthy Living, Lakewood School, San Miguel School, Vargas School |
Farm fresh food has made a comeback in our schools - over half of California’s 1000 school districts are engaged in “Farm to School” activities, according to the USDA’s new Farm to School Census. The Community Alliance with Family Farmers (CAFF) supports local farmers by assisting them in getting their produce into schools, while also […] more
Our Nurse’s Corner: March is Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Month
| February 28, 2014 | Filed under Community, Healthy Living |
Spring is arriving soon and many children and teens will join a variety of youth sports teams. Unfortunately, a number of children will suffer some type of injury. Of those injuries, some will experience a concussion. According to the Centers for Disease Control, traumatic brain injuries (TBI’s), also called concussions, contribute to a substantial number […] more
Artwork Display at the District Office
| February 25, 2014 | Filed under Columbia Middle School |
Did you know the District Office hosts a monthly rotation of student artwork? The talent expressed by our student artists is awe-inspiring and reminds us how important it is to have art education in our classrooms. Recently, the district was pleased to display artwork created by the talented middle school students at Columbia. Here are […] more
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