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Autumn Wellness

As we enter into cold and flu season, here are some tips on how to help keep your student healthy.

Photo of preschool students and teacher with plastic fruits and vegetables

As the weather begins to transition and we adjust to the time change, children are spending more time indoors and in close proximity to each other while at school - permitting germs to spread more easily. Keeping students healthy is a partnership between school and home.

Cornerstones for staying healthy:

  • Frequent handwashing: Teach and reinforce frequent handwashing with soap and water for at least 20 seconds (the time it takes to sing "Happy Birthday" twice). Key times are after using the restroom, before eating, and immediately upon returning home from school or activities.
  • Respiratory Etiquette: Teach and reinforce coughing or sneezing into a tissue or the crook of the elbow. Used tissues should be thrown away immediately, followed by handwashing.
  • Hands Off: Remind children to avoid touching their eyes, nose, and mouth, as this is a common way for viruses to enter the body.

Additionally, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends a flu shot for everyone six months and older.

To help boost the immune system:

  • Prioritize Sleep: Ensure your children get the recommended amount of sleep for their age (typically 9-12 hours for school-age children). A consistent bedtime routine is vital.
  • Fuel with Nutrition: A balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains provides essential vitamins and minerals to bolster immunity. Think seasonal foods like apples, pumpkins, and dark leafy greens.
  • Stay Active: Regular physical activity, even simple family walks or an indoor dance party, helps support overall health.

When your student is not feeling well and needs to stay home due to a fever, vomiting or diarrhea, be sure to call the attendance line and note that your student may return to school once they are fever/symptom-free for at least 24 hours without the use of medication.

Together we can create healthy environments where students can thrive.

Fueling Success: Free School Meals for Every Campbell Union Student

All Campbell Union students have access to two free meals per school day.

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At Campbell Union School District, we believe that a well-fed student is a thriving student. That's why we are proud to continue participating in the California Universal Meals Program (UMP), a landmark initiative that ensures every child in our district has consistent access to the nutrition they need to succeed in the classroom—at absolutely no cost to the family.

The Universal Meals Program is far more than just a free lunch. It is a fundamental support system designed to alleviate financial stress on families, combat child hunger, and maximize every student's potential for learning.

Since the start of the 2022-2023 school year, California has led the nation by providing two free meals—breakfast and lunch—to all TK-12 public school students, regardless of their family's income status. The UMP eliminates the daily worry of packing a lunch or managing meal debt, saving families time and money on grocery bills. Studies show this program has significantly reduced stress for parents across California.

When children are properly nourished, they can concentrate better, retain information, and have the energy they need for a full day of academics, sports, and social interaction. We strongly encourage all parents and guardians to remind their children that these healthy, delicious meals are available every morning and lunchtime. It is a stable, reliable resource for our entire community.

Campbell Union School District’s Child Nutrition Services (CNS) is committed to providing tasty and nutritious meals. Our central kitchen sources organic produce and meats with the majority of meals cooked from scratch reducing the amount of processed food products.

Additional resources:

Resource Name

Description

How to Connect

CalFresh (SNAP)

California's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program provides monthly funds on an EBT card to help purchase food at most grocery stores and farmers markets.

Apply online or call the California CalFresh Benefits Helpline at 1-877-847-3663.

Local Food Bank Network

Food banks and their associated community pantries offer free groceries and fresh produce distributions in neighborhoods throughout the county.

Visit the Second Harvest of Silicon Valley Food Finder to locate a distribution site near you.

2-1-1

A confidential, free referral service that connects callers to essential health and human services, including food, housing, and utility assistance.

Simply dial 2-1-1 from any phone to speak with a resource specialist.

As collaborators and community builders, we are here to support your child's success, and that begins with their health and well-being. Please reach out to your school's main office if you need assistance connecting with any of these critical community resources.

Navigating the Digital World: Empathy in Action

Digital Citizenship Week is recognized in the month of October. Read on to learn how to support your student's digital citizenship.

Photo of kids with digital devices

Just as students are taught to be safe, responsible, and respectful on the playground, the same holds true for their digital learning. Knowing that students have so much information at their fingertips and that this information comes so quickly, Campbell Union is utilizing Common Sense Media's lessons to ensure that students are being responsible digital citizens. 

Campbell Union was recognized as a Common Sense District in 2024 for facilitating these student lessons and engaging families. These experiences help us teach students how to navigate the online world—from using social media respectfully to understanding the concept of a permanent digital footprint. Our goal is to empower students not just to be safe from technology, but to be smart, ethical, and effective users of technology.

What Does Digital Citizenship Look Like?

Digital citizenship is more than just internet safety; it’s about making good choices online. Our lessons focus on key skills that help students thrive:

  • Practicing Digital Empathy: Learning to communicate with kindness and respect, and understanding that words online can be just as hurtful as words spoken face-to-face. It’s about "thinking before you click or type."
  • Managing Your Digital Footprint: Understanding that everything they post, share, or like creates a public, lasting record. We teach students to curate an online presence that reflects their best self.
  • Media Literacy and Critical Thinking: Giving students the tools to stop and question the information they see. Is the source credible? Is this "fake news" or a reliable fact? This is a vital skill in the age of rapid information sharing.
  • Protecting Privacy and Security: Teaching students how to guard their personal information, create strong passwords, and recognize scams like phishing.

A Partnership for Parents

We recognize that digital citizenship is a partnership between school and home. Common Sense Media offers exceptional, age-specific resources for families. We encourage you to visit their Family Resources Website for:

  • Device Management Tips: Advice on setting family rules and limits around screen time.
  • Media Reviews: Ratings and reviews of movies, games, apps, and websites to help you make informed choices.
  • Conversation Starters: Guides to talk with your child about tough topics like cyberbullying and online safety.

We look forward to a successful year of helping our students grow into thoughtful, responsible, and informed digital citizens.

School Site Council Meeting: October 16th

Dear Lynhaven Families,  Our next School Site Council Meeting is scheduled for October 16th at 2:30. We will meet in the Library.  The agenda can be accessed  here .  In partnership,  Ms. Callaway-Wilson…

Dear Lynhaven Families, 

Our next School Site Council Meeting is scheduled for October 16th at 2:30. We will meet in the Library. 

The agenda can be accessed here. 

In partnership, 
Ms. Callaway-Wilson

The Importance of Parent-Teacher Conferences

Superintendent Viramontez shares her fall community message.

Superintendent Viramontez in a classroom

Parent-teacher conferences begin the week of October 6, 2025. This is a wonderful opportunity for parents/guardians/caregivers to sit down with your  student and the student’s teacher to engage in goal setting, to better understand your child’s learning journey, and to gather feedback regarding your student.

Participating in parent-teacher conferences is an opportunity to deepen the connection between home and classroom. The conferences provide an opportunity to engage in the continuous improvement work that your student is participating in. Ask your student about their goal setting, their learning journals, and have them explain to you how they learn best and what strategies work best for them and then dialogue with your student’s teacher and your student.

Conferences will run from October 6 through October 10, 2025 and students will be on a shortened day schedule. Bell schedules are available on each school site website.

A few tips to help prepare for a smooth conference:

  • Ask your student how they learn best.
  • Ask your students if they are having any challenges - academically, socially, etc.
  • Ask your student if there is anything they would like brought up during the conference.
  • Prepare a list of questions for the teacher - questions should be focused on how to strengthen the home-school partnership and/or on how to best support your student.
  • Be fully engaged in the conference - silence cell phones, etc.

We look forward to deepening our partnership with you.