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Join the Expanded Learning Program for the Reading EXPO on March 2. Featuring guest author Kentucky, who will be accompanied by Derby, his amazing surfing canine companion. There will be crafts and activities for all ages, a complimentary lunch, free books for kids, guest author presentations in English and Spanish, and a special performance by Derby. Join us for this tail-wagging experience and discover the joys of reading with your family. This event is open to the community. Please pre-register: https://www.waterford.k12.ca.us/forms/reading-expo-march-2 DATE: March 2 TIME: 11 am - 2 pm Eng. _Presentation Check-In: 11 am Sp. Presentation Check-In: 11:30 am Location: Richard M. Moon School Cafeteria #WaterfordCares #WaterfordReads #ExpandedLearning #WUSD

Please be aware of the upcoming Caltrans project to improve and install sidewalks along Yosemite from F Street to Reinway. Motorists should expect delays due to lane closures during construction. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this project. We look forward to having safer walking pathways to school for students and community members. Please contact Caltrans directly with any questions: 209-670-9001.

REMINDER: Presidents' weekend is coming up soon. All school and district offices will be closed. #WUSD

Happy Birthday to President Lincoln - also known as Honest Abe, the Great Emancipator, the Rail Splitter. He is best known for being president during the tumultuous time of the Civil War, and his ensuring struggle to maintain the Union. He is also the issuer of the Emancipation Proclamation, which fundamentally changed the character of the war - and our nation - forever. #WaterfordCares #WUSD

Our summer program is a great opportunity for advancing eighth graders to complete the freshman core classes and free up space in their class schedule for electives and CTE classes. Enrollment must be completed by a guidance counselor. Learn more online: https://www.waterford.k12.ca.us/page/summer-academy #WaterfordCares #WUSD

Happy Lunar New Year! 💥 In 2024, the Lunar New Year begins on February 10th. Lunar New Year is one of the most important celebrations of the year among East and Southeast Asian cultures, including the Chinese, Vietnamese, Malayan, and Korean communities - among others. Each country celebrates in its unique ways. In China, it is the Year of the Dragon, and fireworks are used to frighten evil spirits away.

In honor of National Ronald Reagan Day, we are sharing this lovely quote, taken from his speech at Westminster College. We share your views on the value and purpose of educational institutions. Well said, President Reagan! #WUSD #WaterfordCares

Today is Rosa Parks' birthday, and today we celebrate her memory as the mother of the Civil Rights Movement. #WaterfordCares #WUSD

Registration is now open for our TK-7th grade Summer Academy. This year, students will have a chance to participate in hands-on activities and explore their interests in medicine, agriculture, engineering, robotics, coding, and more. Learn more and sign up here: https://www.waterford.k12.ca.us/page/summer-academy #WaterfordCares #WUSD

Be the reason someone smiles today. #TheGreatKindnessChallenge #WUSD #WaterfordCares

It's kindness week! How have you helped spread kindness so far this week? #WUSD #WaterfordCares

It's National Handwriting Day! Here are 8 reasons why handwriting is important: 1) It helps us remember things in a different way 2) It builds tactical skills 3) It helps with learning the alphabet 4) Learning handwriting allows us to read historic documents 5) Laptops are not always available 6) It builds creative skills 7) Handwriting is unique to each person 8) Handwritten messages are more personal Did you know? With the recent passing of AB 226, students in grades 1-6 will have increased handwriting instruction. ✏ #WUSD #WaterfordCares

Today is the start of kindness week and #TheGreatKindnessChallenge! Let's make kindness a habit by performing a random act of kindness every day. #WUSD #WaterfordCares

SAVE THE DATE Join us for a tail-wagging experience at the Reading Expo, where books, treats, and excitement are in store for everyone! Don't miss the highlight of the event - special guest author Kentucky, accompanied by Derby, his amazing surfing canine companion. #ExpandedLearning #WUSD #WaterfordCares

Blood donors save lives! January is blood donor month. You can sign up to donate blood at the Waterford High School blood drive on January 24th between 9am-2pm. Students will need a completed permission slip to donate. Adults can register at RedCrossBlood.org. #WaterfordCares #WUSD

As a reminder, regular school is not in session today. All school and district offices will be closed in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. #WUSD

Our classified and certificated staff had more opportunities for training and development today. 🙌 We are looking forward to welcoming students back TOMORROW, January 10th. #WUSD #ContinuousImprovement

The Expanded Learning Program / After School Program is offering programming for all registered ELOP students on Monday, January 15th (MLK Holiday). Students in grades 2-8 have the option of attending a field trip to the Modesto ice skating rink OR staying on campus for winter crafts. Students in grades TK-1 may only participate in the on-campus activities. Please use these online forms to sign up your child to attend whichever event you wish. ICE SKATING (LIMITED SPACES): https://www.waterford.k12.ca.us/forms/elop-ice-skating-permission-jan15 CRAFTS ON CAMPUS: https://www.waterford.k12.ca.us/forms/jan-15-elop-supplemental-day-winter-crafts #WUSD #WaterfordCares

Blood donors save lives! January is blood donor month. You can sign up to donate blood at the Waterford High School blood drive on January 24th between 9am-2pm. Students will need a completed permission slip to donate. Adults can register at RedCrossBlood.org. #WaterfordCares #WUSD

Happy New Year's Eve! Cheers to another year of excellence, achievement, and success at Waterford USD!