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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.

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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.

Halloween Parade on Friday

Join us for our annual parade!

Our annual student Halloween parade is on Friday morning! Forest Hill families are welcome to join us.

Halloween is always a fun and exciting time at an elementary school campus. Please help us to make sure it is fun for everyone by following the expectations below.

  • Students should come to school dressed in their costumes.

  • Students must change out of their costumes at morning recess. Please make sure your child can change independently (TK parents may stay to help their children). The easiest way to do this is to wear regular clothes under your costume. Pack a bag to hold the costume once it is off so it doesn't get misplaced or damaged.

  • Masks may be worn ONLY during the parade and ONLY if it doesn't limit the child’s ability to walk safely.

  • No weapons of any kind.

  • No gory, bloody costumes.

  • Adults may be in costume, but may not wear masks or face paint.

Family members are invited to join us for our Halloween parade. The parade begins at 8:30 am. Please follow drop off expectations as you would on any other day. We will then reopen the gates at 8:30 am. Adults will stand behind the students during the parade. Please model the behavior we expect to see in our students: no pushing, do not step into spaces that are vacated when students get up to join the parade, do not hold up the parade for pictures. Pictures before arriving to school or after the parade are best.

If your student will not participate in the parade, please let your child's teacher know as soon as possible. An alternative activitiy will be provided for him/her.

 

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.

Fall Festival Friday!

Join us for our Fall Festival on October 17, 2025.

Fall Festival Posters - Cake Walk, Silent Auction

Please join us for PTA's Fall Festival on Friday from 4-7PM! There will be tons of fun activities includuing a cake walk, carnival games, dunk tank, silent auction, and food trucks. We hope to see you there! If you're able to help volunteer, sign ups are here.

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.

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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.