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Capri and Forest Hill Elementary Schools Earn Top State Honor
Award recognizes strong academic growth and supportive environments for learning
We’re proud to announce that Capri and Forest Hill Elementary Schools have been named 2025 California Distinguished Schools—the state’s highest recognition for public schools! This is a first-time honor for Capri.
The award highlights the strong academic growth, supportive environments, and dedication to student success at both schools.
“This recognition reflects the hard work and passion for learning of our teachers, staff, students and families,” said Superintendent Shelly Viramontez. “While we know all of our staff are working hard to provide our students with high quality learning, it is gratifying when our schools are publicly recognized for their hard work.”
Both schools will be celebrated at a district event on May 22nd, and at a statewide awards ceremony on May 30th. Congratulations to the Capri and Forest Hill communities!
New Chromebook Use Policy to Support Student Health
District to Limit Late Night Student Chromebook Access This Friday
Starting this Friday, March 28, Campbell Union School District will limit late-night access to school-issued Chromebooks for students. Devices will be automatically shut down from 9:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. each night.
“We are seeing a lot of late-night Chromebook use on our student devices,” said Superintendent Shelly Viramontez. “That doesn’t support our students getting a good night’s rest to be ready for learning.”
Health experts emphasize that getting enough sleep is essential for adolescent mental health and brain development. Research shows that improving sleep habits can reduce daytime fatigue and lead to better academic performance and behavior.
“By shutting the devices down at night, we hope to encourage healthier sleep routines while still giving students time to complete their homework,” Viramontez added.
Lynhaven is AVID Re-Certified
Please help us celebrate this important recognition for our school!
In June 2024 we submitted a self-study to AVID. We examined our school's performance in four domains
--AVID Schoolwide Instruction
- WICOR® (Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization and Reading)
--AVID Schoolwide Systems
- Management of AVID Elementary Implementation
- Access to Rigor and Student Support
- Assessment of Student Progress
- Professional Learning
--AVID Schoolwide Leadership
- College Readiness Mission and Vision
- Representative Governance
- Pathway to College Readiness
--AVID Schoolwide Culture
- Rigor
- Community Activities and College Awareness
- College-Going Environment
Our self-study was evaluated by AVID and Lynhaven was awarded the status of "AVID Re-Certified Site." This special recognition is possible becuase of the hard work of our students, teachers, and staff and the strong partnerships between home and school.
We continue to work towards the next level of recogntion: AVID Showcase School!
Campbell Union School District Hosts Annual AIM Showcase
Art, Innovation & Music program supports teacher collaboration time and builds student creativity, critical thinking, and future-ready skills
Families gathered to celebrate student creativity and hands-on learning at Campbell Union School District’s (CUSD) annual Art, Innovation & Music (AIM) Showcase on March 20th. The interactive event featured colorful displays of student art, music, and engineering projects—highlighting the impact of AIM on student engagement and learning.
The AIM program provides all K–5 students with instruction in art, music, and innovation from credentialed specialists, and supports clubs and enrichment for middle schoolers. At the same time, it provides teachers with professional learning and collaboration time during the school day so that every student's learning journey is thoughtfully planned with high-quality, targeted instruction.
“AIM ensures our students receive innovative, engaging lessons aligned to academic standards and our Profile of a Graduate competencies to prepare our students with the skills needed to navigate the demands of an ever evolving future,” said Superintendent Shelly Viramontez.
By integrating design thinking and Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) standards, AIM sparks curiosity and helps students grow critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
More than 350 people attended the showcase, where families explored student work, created original music, launched paper rockets, played instruments, and watched student-made videos and newscasts.
“AIM prepares students for the future by offering a space for them to express themselves creatively,” said Alicia Peterson, CUSD Art Innovation Specialist. “It offers them a place to explore things that they might have not been exposed to before.”
Since launching in 2022, AIM has expanded across the district, now serving 4,000 K–5 students and offering middle school integration and clubs. During the 2024–25 school year, students receive over 109,000 minutes of AIM instruction, while teachers participate in 627 collaborative planning sessions. The program is already showing results, including supporting our continuous improvement work and high quality first instruction.
“Our talented AIM specialists inspire students to apply our Profile of a Graduate Competencies through art, innovation, and music lesson experiences,” said Julie Goo, CUSD Teaching and Learning Innovation Coordinator. “We are proud to design learning that is enriching and empowering for both our students and educators.”