November brings several opportunities for students and families to enjoy a little extra time together. Here are some important dates to keep in mind as we head into the holiday season!
November 11 | Veterans Day
All schools and district offices will be closed in observance of Veterans Day.
Parent Teacher Conferences
Between Veterans Day and Fall Break, students in TK through 6th grade will have minimum days for parent teacher conferences. Our Expanded Learning Program (ELOP) will also offer a variety of exciting field trips during this time, so keep an eye out for permission slips!
November 20 | Districtwide Minimum Day
All schools will have a minimum day on Friday, November 20, leading into Fall Break.
November 23 to 27 | Fall Break
Enjoy a well deserved break! While schools will be closed, ELOP will offer supplemental programming for TK through 8th grade students on November 23 and 24.
November 26 and 27 | Thanksgiving Holiday
District offices will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving.
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Our Expanded Learning Department is hosting THREE trunks for Trunk or Treat in Waterford tonight! Can you guess the theme?
We hope to see you there! Oct 31, 6-8pm, Downtown Waterford
🎉💙 Today is the day! It's Wildcat Homecoming! 🐾
The Homecoming Parade rolls out from Waterford High School at 1:15 PM, and we want to see our community out in full force!
Come line the parade route, wave, cheer, and show our Wildcats some hometown pride! Let's fill the streets with Wildcat spirit and show our students just how much their community supports them!
Join us again at Wildcat Stadium at 7:15 for the Homecoming Football Game!
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Join us October 22 at Richard M. Moon Primary for our Expanded Learning Cultural Showcase! Students from every ELOP grade level will showcase what they’ve learned about cultures from around the world through projects, displays, activities, and more.
🍴 Families can also enjoy food samples inspired by cultures from around the world!
Come celebrate an evening of culture, learning, food, and family fun! #WaterfordCares
Your future is worth investing in and financial aid can help you get there! Applications for the 2027-28 academic year are now open for high school seniors and all California students. Explore your options by completing your FAFSA or California Dream Act Application (CADAA). You could qualify for grants, which is money you don't have to pay back, to support your higher education, credentialing, or career training goals. Not sure where to start? Explore the CSAC website for help you understand your options and guide you through the process.
Learn more and apply today at csac.ca.gov/apply
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On Wednesday, October 7, families are encouraged to walk, bike, scooter, or roll to school!
Want to travel together? Meet us at AOG Church at 7:00 a.m. for our Walk & Roll Parade, departing at 7:30 a.m. Staff will be ready to celebrate participants when they arrive at RMPS and LWIS.
🎁 Plus, prizes for all student participants!
Grab your wheels or walking shoes and join the fun! 🚲🛴👟
Don’t forget to stop by Moon School Cafeteria TODAY from 2:00–4:00 PM to pick up a FREE gallon of milk, generously provided by the Lemos Family of Lockwood III Dairy and Lemos Jerseys in partnership with Real California Milk!
📍 Moon School Cafeteria
⏰ Today, 2:00–4:00 PM
🥛 One gallon per family, while supplies last
No registration needed—just stop by and pick up a gallon for your family!
A huge thank you to the Lemos Family for continuing this annual tradition and generously supporting our WUSD students, families, and community! 💙
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We are proud to be part of a community where our local farming families continue to give back! The Lemos Family of Lockwood III Dairy and Lemos Jerseys, in partnership with Real California Milk, is once again generously providing FREE milk for WUSD families.
📅 Monday, September 28
⏰ 2:00–4:00 PM
📍 Moon School Cafeteria
🥛 One gallon per family, while supplies last
Stop by anytime between 2:00 and 4:00 PM to pick up a gallon for your family. No registration is needed.
A big thank you to the Lemos Family for their continued generosity and for sharing locally produced food with our students and families. We appreciate their ongoing support of Waterford schools and our community!
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Join us September 22 from 3:30–5:30 p.m. at Lucille Whitehead for our Math Carnival! Students and families can enjoy hands-on carnival games and math challenges while earning Math Bucks to spend on prizes.
🌭 Free hot dog dinner for families
🎯 Fun games & activities
💵 Math Bucks & prizes
🎟️ FREE for all families!
Come play, learn, and discover just how much fun math can be!
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This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave everything to protect our freedoms. Let's take a moment to reflect, express gratitude, and support the families of those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Thank you to all who have served and continue to serve. Your courage will never be forgotten. #HonorAndRemember #WaterfordCares #WUSD
Congratulations to our WHS scholar-athletes!
Pictured with Ms. Thompson are Allison Semone and Thomas Tackett, our school’s CIF Scholar-Athlete selections, an honor awarded to the male and female athletes with the highest GPAs. Thomas also earned the Dale Lacky Scholarship through the CIF Sac-Joaquin Section, receiving a $1,000 award.
In addition, Coach LaFerriere has recognized several student-athletes as NWCA (National Wrestling Coaches Association) All-Americans for the 2025–2026 wrestling season. This honor is awarded to athletes who maintain a GPA of 3.5 or higher.
We are proud of their dedication both in the classroom and in competition!
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Enjoy a complimentary dinner for your family along with games and prizes for all ages. A wide variety of community organizations will be on site sharing valuable resources to support your family and our community.
Join us at Waterford Junior High, 12916 Bentley Street, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM for a fun and free evening filled with food, connection, and learning. We hope to see you there!
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Learn the facts and how to protect yourself and your children at https://fentanylawarenessday.org/
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Your input helps us evaluate our programs and improve services for all students and families. The survey takes about 10 minutes to complete and will help guide priorities for the upcoming school years.
Responses are anonymous unless you choose to provide your name at the end.
Please complete the survey by May 8, 2026:
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Join us for our Annual Spring Break Science Camp for grades TK-8, where students will blast off into an unforgettable week of SPACE exploration!
🛰 Hands-on learning all week long
🌠 10 specialized space lessons
🪐 On-site Planetarium experience
🚀 Traveling Space Museum
🔭 Community Telescope Night with Space Professionals
ELOP hours: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Required camp hours: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Spots are limited to just 140 students, so don’t wait!
Join us for a week of discovery, adventure, and out-of-this-world fun!
Register Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfmfAGFmidQgcnQlXxpafuMlCY6sSqtHOJwWnVoV_EMcXEdbA/viewform?usp=header
If you have a child receiving special education services, we highly encourage you to join us for this information night. We will be walking you through the sections of an IEP, and sharing how you can better advocate for your child and participate in IEP meetings.
WJHS Gym, 4:30-6pm; Snacks Provided; Children and Community Members Welcome; Spanish Translation Available
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