CNUSD CONNECTION

Academy of Innovation Parent Information Nights

09/23/2022

Interested in The Academy of Innovation Virtual School? Join an upcoming Parent Night! The Academy of Innovation (AI) is a virtual, independent study program! We offer technology-infused, blended learning.

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CNUSD Connection Newsletter - 9-16-2022

09/16/2022

Please take a moment to review this week's community newsletter.

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CSBA President Dr. Susan Heredia Visits CNUSD.

CNUSD WELCOMES CSBA PRESIDENT

09/15/2022

California School Boards Association President, Dr. Susan Heredia, visits our wonderful district.

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CFIS Gym is Officially Open!

09/09/2022

CFIS makes it official by cutting the ribbon for its newly constructed gym.

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2022-2023 Student Board Member Highlight

09/07/2022

Meet Daniel Zhao! Our 2022-23 Student Board Member.

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September 2022 Board of Education Special Recognitions

09/07/2022

On Tuesday, September 6,the CNUSD Board of Education recognized our very own Communications Department who were awarded the 2022 Golden Quill Award by the California School Board Association for their tireless work in accurate school journalism and communications.

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September 2022 New Administrator Appointments

09/07/2022

On Tuesday, September 6, the CNUSD Board of Education approved various appointments across the District. Congratulations to everyone! Wishing you the best of luck in your new positions.

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CNUSD Connection Newsletter - 9-2-2022

09/02/2022

Please take a moment to read this week's community newsletter.

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Orange Grove Student Wins Songwriting Competition

08/19/2022

Corona - Ky’Jai Polk, a 10th grade student at Orange Grove High School, was the 2022 winner of the Music Notes state-wide Tobacco Prevention Songwriting Competition.

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CNUSD Connection Newsletter - 8-19-2022

08/19/2022

Please take a moment to view this week's community newsletter.

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Centennial HS Success at FBLA Nationals

08/15/2022

CORONA - Earlier this summer, students and staff from Centennial High School's Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) headed to Chicago for the National FBLA Conference and went home victorious!

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Grant, Jack, and Nolan Coombs Take Home Gold!

08/08/2022

Grant, Jack, and Nolan Coombs take home gold at Skills USA 2021-2022.

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CNUSD Connection Newsletter - 8-4-2022

08/05/2022

Please take a moment to view a message from Superintendent Dr. Buenrostro.

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August 2022 Board of Education Special Recognition

08/03/2022

On Tuesday, August 2, the CNUSD Board of Education recognized the Corona Police Department and their continued contribution to keeping our campuses safe.

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A Message from Superintendent Dr. Buenrostro

An update from Superintendent Dr. Buenrostro

07/22/2022

Please take a moment to view a message from Superintendent Dr. Buenrostro with the latest information on masking requirements.

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July 2022 Board of Education Special Recognition

07/13/2022

On Tuesday, July 12, the CNUSD Board of Education recognized the Riverside County Sheriff's Department and their contributions to keeping our schools safe. Thank you deputies for all that you do.

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July 2022 New Administrator Appointments

07/13/2022

On Tuesday, July 12, the CNUSD Board of Education approved various appointments across the District. Congratulations to everyone! Wishing you the best of luck in your new positions.

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CNUSD Connection Newsletter - 7-8-2022

07/08/2022

Please take a moment to read this week's community newsletter.

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New Administrator Appointments

06/29/2022

Board of Education approves various appointments across the District.

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CNUSD Receives California Pivotal Practices Award

06/17/2022

This award celebrates districts and schools that have completed an online application highlighting an innovative practice that was implemented during the 2020-21 school year,

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Rondo School of Discovery 1st Annual Art Walk

06/15/2022

Rondo School of Discovery's 1st Annual Art Walk was a success!

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JUNE 2022 BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL RECOGNITION

06/15/2022

Congratulations to those recognized by the Board of Education!

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HGA College Week features Grand Canyon University

06/07/2022

Grand Canyon University donated spirit wear to Home Gardens Academy students during College Week!

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2022 Graduations

06/07/2022

AAAAAND THAT'S A WRAP! Congratulations to all of our 2022 Graduates!!! #ClassOf2022

Read More About CNUSD Alumni Highlight

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TK-12 Safety Guidance Update

06/16/2021

Please see a TK-12 Safety Guidance update.

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CNUSD Connection Newsletter - 6-4-2021

06/04/2021

Have a great summer! During the summer months of June and July, our newsletters will be moving to a biweekly distribution (every other week).

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CNUSD Students Featured in Fine Arts Spectacular Virtual Exhibition

06/01/2021

CNUSD students were recognized in the Fine Arts Spectacular Virtual Exhibition organized by the Riverside County Office of Education during the month of May.

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CNUSD Connection Newsletter - 5-28-2021

05/28/2021

Please view a message to our graduating seniors from Superintendent Dr. Buenrostro.

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Ms. Magana from Garretson Elementary Named 2022 County Teacher of the Year

05/25/2021

Ms. Magana from Garretson Elementary was named a 2022 County Teacher of the Year!

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CNUSD Connection Newsletter - 5-21-2021

05/21/2021

Congratulations to our 2021 Valedictorians and Salutatorians. You went above and beyond during one of the most difficult years of the century. You are indeed the best of the best.

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CNUSD Sports Teams Receive RCOE Academic/Athletic Team Award

05/19/2021

Sports teams from Centennial High, Norco High, and Santiago High received the Riverside County Office of Education’s Academic/Athletic Team Award!

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Ben Franklin Student Learns About Universe With Griffith Observatory Lecturers

05/14/2021

Griffith Observatory Lecturers met with Ronnie, 4th-Grader from Franklin Elementary, and Dr. Odipo, Franklin Principal, to discuss the universe.

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CNUSD Connection Newsletter - 5-14-2021

05/14/2021

Please see a message from Superintendent Dr. Buenrostro.

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CNUSD Students Advance to National History Day Competition

05/13/2021

RIVERSIDE COUNTY - 5 CNUSD Students have advanced to the National History Day Competition, with another 3 receiving special awards. From communication techniques, jazz diplomacy, Sesame Street, to Japanese-American History and Social Justice; our students' knowledge of history shine at the Riverside County leg of the competition.

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Spring 2021 Intermediate Talent Show

05/10/2021

Last Friday, we premiered our Spring 2021 Intermediate Talent Show virtually! Students from intermediate schools all across the district sent in entries to showcase their amazing talents. From singing, dancing, to art, and even a puppet show! Check out their outstanding work below!

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Measure GG Spring 2021 Update

05/10/2021

#MeasureGGMonday: The Jefferson Elementary and Norco Intermediate modernization projects are nearly complete! Check out how amazing these updated campuses look!

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CNUSD Connection Newsletter - May 7, 2021

05/07/2021

Please see a message from Superintendent Dr. Buenrostro.

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Santiago High School Inside Out Project

05/03/2021

This year’s CTE Photography Program at Santiago High School adapted a worldwide art project called Inside Out. This art project empowers communities to tell their stories in the public space.

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Centennial High Students Place at the Riverside County Programming Competition

05/03/2021

Intermediate and high school students competed against peers who share the same interest and passion for programming at the 2021 Riverside County Programming Virtual Competition held on April 21, 2021.

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JFK Middle College HS Named a 2021 CA Distinguished School by the California Department of Education

04/30/2021

JFK Middle College HS has been named a 2021 CA Distinguished School by the California Department of Education.

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CNUSD Connection Newsletter - 4-30-2021

04/30/2021

District-issued Chromebooks and hotspots will only be collected when a student exits the district due to graduation or transfer to another district. CNUSD enrolled Students who have checked out a District-issued device may continue to utilize the device during the summer months

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CNUSD Student Spotlight - River Heights Int.

River Heights Student Creates Virtual Book Club

04/27/2021

River Heights 8th Grader creates a virtual book club for students

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Directing Change Film Festival Winners

04/27/2021

Eleanor Roosevelt HS CTE Students scored some wins at this year's Directing Change Film Festival Winners with their Suicide Prevention PSA films. All of the films were produced while still in Remote Learning. Congratulations to our student filmmakers. They continue to make us proud everyday!

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CNUSD Connection Newsletter - 4-23-2021

04/23/2021

As a reminder, please complete the interest form for the Summer Boost Program by Sunday, April 25.

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Prado View a Capturing Kids’ Hearts School

04/20/2021

Prado View Elementary has been named a Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase School.

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CNUSD Connection Newsletter - 4-16-2021

04/16/2021

Introducing CNUSD’s 2021 Summer Boost Program What is the Summer Boost Program? Summer Boost is a program to provide TK-8 students the chance to participate in hands-on learning.

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2021 Festival of the Arts Virtual Art Showcase

04/14/2021

We received nearly 500 pieces of student Artwork. Albums are shared in groups of 50 to view. Start exploring what our talented students created! Then, visit the "sections" below to view the Artwork, Artists, School, Grade, and Category (High School only). Please note cellphones may be using data to download images.

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CNUSD Connection Newsletter - 4-9-2021

04/09/2021

Introducing CNUSD’s 2021 Summer Boost Program! A program to provide TK-8 students the chance to participate in hands-on learning.

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School Schedules Update - 4-7-2021

04/07/2021

We hope our t-track students had a wonderful spring break and took time to rest and relax. Today, we want to provide you an update regarding our hybrid models and our continued commitment to maximize in-person instruction to the greatest extent possible with the newest public health guidelines allowing 3-feet distancing in the classroom.

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CNUSD Connection Newsletter - 3-26-2021

03/26/2021

As a reminder, all Traditional Track school sites will be closed for Spring Break from Monday, March 29 to Friday, April 2.

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Lara Randhawa 2021 Winner of the First-Ever Riverside County Virtual Spelling Bee

03/23/2021

CNUSD's very own Lara Randhawa, a 7th grader from Auburndale Intermediate School, took the top prize at this year's first-ever Riverside County Virtual Spelling Bee. Lara won at the 19th round, outlasting 21 competitors by spelling the word "lavation".

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CNUSD had many talented students win awards last week in the 2021 Riverside County Science and Engineering Fair.

2021 Riverside County Science & Engineering Fair

03/22/2021

CNUSD had many talented students win awards last week in the 2021 Riverside County Science and Engineering Fair.

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CNUSD Connection Newsletter - 3-19-2021

03/19/2021

Please take a moment to read this week's community newsletter.

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2021 District Teachers of the Year

03/18/2021

Congratulations to our 2021 District Teachers of the Year!

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CNUSD Students Advance to National History Day-California Competition

03/17/2021

CNUSD students will advance to the National History Day-California Competition after competing at the county level.

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Secondary Schools Reopening Update - 3-16-21

03/16/2021

Today, the Riverside County Department of Public Health announced that we are officially in the Red Tier of the Governor’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy.

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CNUSD Connection Newsletter - 3-12-2020

03/12/2021

Reminder: Monday, March 15 is a non-student day for our Elementary and Intermediate Traditional (T Track) students.

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31 CNUSD Students Among Best Musicians in Southern California

03/09/2021

10 middle school students and 21 High School students selected for SCSBOA All-Southern California Honor Groups.

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CNUSD Teachers Receive Circle City Kiwanis of Corona Grants

03/09/2021

Congratulations to our teachers who received grants from Circle City Kiwanis of Corona!

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Expanded Learning Program Drive-Thru Event

03/09/2021

The CNUSD Expanded Learning Program is providing enrichment opportunities for students with drive-thru events.

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CNUSD Band & Orchestra All-State and All-Southern Honor Groups

03/09/2021

Seven CNUSD students receive All-State Honors at the California All-State Music Educator’s Conference.

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AFJROTC Students Receive Scholarship

03/08/2021

Air Force Junior ROTC cadets Lukas Lorkowski, a 12th grader Junior ROTC cadet at Norco HS, and David Cudeck II an 11th grader at Santiago HS have received a scholarship to participate in a private pilot license training program in the summer of 2021.

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CNUSD Connection Newsletter - 3-5-2021

03/05/2021

We have had a wonderful first week back to in-person learning with our Elementary students.

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CNUSD Connection Newsletter - 2-26-2021

02/26/2021

Attention: This year, March 15 is a non-student day for our Elementary and Intermediate Traditional (T Track) students. This was determined by our Calendar Committee when the 20-21 Calendar was set as a way to shift year-end dates which often experience overlap of promotional and graduation activities.

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Teachers of the Year 2021-2022 School Site Winners

02/26/2021

We are pleased to announce the school site winners for Teachers of the Year representing the year of 2021-2022.

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2021 Homecoming Kings & Queens

02/26/2021

Congratulations to our 2020-21 Homecoming Kings & Queens!

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Reopening Schools Update - 2-23-2021

02/23/2021

We wanted to provide you an update on our Elementary Reopening checklist.

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Connection Newsletter - 2-19-2021

02/19/2021

So you are aware, today we received official notification from Riverside County Office of Education (RCOE) informing us Riverside County has met the adjusted case rate of 25 or below.

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2021 Science & Engineering Fair Awards

02/18/2021

We held our Science & Engineering Fair Awards this week, where we celebrated our amazing students and their fantastic projects! Check out what they had to say and how they planned to celebrate their big win!

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Reopening Schools Update 2-16-2021

02/16/2021

You may have heard today’s headlines regarding Los Angeles Unified and other school district's eligibility to reopen schools. We would like to take this opportunity to provide you with an update regarding CNUSD’s ability to reopen.

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2021 History Day Award Ceremony

02/12/2021

Congratulations to our History Day Winners! Their amazing projects showcased various sections of our world's storied past, keeping it alive in the hearts and minds of our youth. Check out a few photos that highlight the celebration!

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CNUSD Connection Newsletter - 2-12-2020

02/12/2021

Please view an important message from Superintendent Dr. Buenrostro.

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Corona High Decathlon Team Wins Big in County Competition

02/11/2021

The Corona High School Decathlon Team took 3rd place overall and 2nd place in the Super Quiz category at the Riverside County Academic Decathlon Competition winning 26 medals in total. Students met virtually every Saturday for the last six months to prepare for the big event. The theme for this year’s decathlon was Cold War.

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2021 District Spelling Bee

02/10/2021

Congratulations to our Spelling Bee Winner, Lara Randhawa from Auburndale Intermediate, and our Runner Up, Natalie Tsui from Clara Barton Elementary!

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Meet Tessa Aguilar, our 2020-2021 Student Board Member!

02/09/2021

Tessa is a senior at John F. Kennedy Middle College High School. Her journey to becoming a school board member began after her high school ASB elections where she won the ASB President position at JFK.

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Board of Education Student Recognition - February 2021

02/09/2021

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Connection Newsletter - 2-6-2021

02/06/2021

As a reminder, all schools and the District Office will be closed on Monday, February 8, 2021 in observance of President Lincoln's Birthday.

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Connection Newsletter 1-29-2021

01/29/2021

Earlier today, we held a Special Board Meeting to seek Board approval on our adjusted COVID-19 Safety Plan prior to our ability to submit it to the Riverside County Office of Education in order to apply for grant funding, and to the Riverside County Public Health Department and the State for school reopening approval.

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CNUSD Teachers Receive SoCal School Band and Orchestra Association Award

01/27/2021

Two CNUSD teachers received awards from the Southern California School Band and Orchestra Association (SCSBOA).

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Connection Newsletter 1-22-2021

01/22/2021

Please watch the video to view a message from Superintendent Dr. Buenrostro.

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CNUSD Board of Education Student Recognition - January 2021

01/21/2021

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Connection Newsletter 1-15-2021

01/15/2021

New California Department of Public Health (CDPH) requirements: Although CNUSD previously received a waiver under the former Elementary Education Waiver Process, CNUSD must now delay reopening until the county case rate drops below the thresholds listed in the new requirements.

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Elementary Reopening Update 1-2-2021

01/02/2021

Today, the Board of Education reconvened in a Special Meeting to deliberate and discuss the “Safe Schools for All Plan” released by the Governor on Wednesday, Dec. 30. The Board voted (3-2) to postpone the return to school for elementary school students based on new requirements from the state.

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Reopening Schools Update 12-28-2020

12/28/2020

Today, we held a Special Meeting of the Board of Education to review the public health metrics and their potential effects on the reopening of our elementary schools in January. After a thorough meeting of presentations, discussion, and public comment our Board decided to continue moving forward with the planned reopening of our elementary schools under the waiver process, as planned, on the dates listed below.

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JFK Student Appointed to CA Dept. of Ed IQC

12/14/2020

John F. Kennedy Middle College student, Julianna Garcia, was appointed to to the California Department of Education Instructional Quality Commission (IQC or Commission).

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Community Newsletter 12-11-2020

12/11/2020

Elementary Families, as you know, our Traditional/Remote elementary students are scheduled to return to in-person instruction in January, following winter break.

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Raney Students Celebrate Computer Science Week

12/10/2020

Raney Intermediate students in Mr. Tsang’s class celebrated Computer Science Week virtually with a special guest speaker from the medical field, Mark Bieberich.

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ERHS Receives 2020 CSBA Golden Bell Award

12/09/2020

Eleanor Roosevelt High School is a 2020 California School Board Association Golden Bell Award recipient. ERHS was recognized for their All-Stars program. Their program is data driven, innovative and exemplary, has made a difference for students, shows evidence of board support and is connected to the Board’s vision, is sustainable over time, and can be replicated.

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Corona High Teacher Named 2021 Instructor of the Year Finalists

12/08/2020

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Community Newsletter - 12-4-2020

12/04/2020

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Hybrid Model Cohort Assignments

12/01/2020

Cohort assignments are now available for parents to view on Q Parent Connection.

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Free College and Career Planning Tools

11/30/2020

California Colleges allows you to launch and track California public college and financial aid applications, monitor your CSU and UC eligibility, plan coursework, and access many other college and career planning tools for free.

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Community Newsletter - 11-20-2020

11/20/2020

In observance of the Thanksgiving Break, traditional school sites will be closed November 23 - 27. Year-round sites and the District Office will be closed November 26 - 27. Wishing you a wonderful break!

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JFK Middle College Accepting Applications

11/16/2020

John F. Kennedy Middle College will be accepting 9th grade students for the 2021-2022 school year.

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CEHS Student is a Coca-Cola Scholars Finalist

11/16/2020

Centennial High Senior, Maya Singh, has been selected as a Semifinalist for the 2021 Coca-Cola Scholars Program. Maya was chosen from among more than 99,000 applicants due to her outstanding leadership, academics, and dedication to her community.

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Message from the Superintendent

11/13/2020

I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself as Superintendent Dr. Sam Buenrostro. I am proud to serve as your new Superintendent. I am grateful for this opportunity and look forward to working with each and every one of you. I am fully aware of the impact we make on our children, as adults, and in working together we will inspire the next generation of leaders.

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Nov. 10 Reopening Schools Update

11/10/2020

As you know, on Nov. 3, 2020 the Riverside County Public Health Officer and the California Department of Public Health has approved the Corona-Norco Unified School District’s TK-6 Waiver application to reopen elementary schools for in-person instruction.

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11/6/2020 Community Newsletter

11/06/2020

On Nov. 3, 2020 the Riverside County Public Health Officer and the California Department of Public Health approved the Corona-Norco Unified School District’s TK-6 Waiver application to reopen elementary schools for in-person instruction.

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CNUSD TK-6 Waiver Approved by County & State

11/03/2020

Today, Nov. 3, 2020 the Riverside County Public Health Officer and the California Department of Public Health has approved the Corona-Norco Unified School District’s TK-6 Waiver application to reopen elementary schools for in-person instruction.

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Board of Education Selects New Superintendent

11/02/2020

On Saturday, Oct. 31 the Board of Education in closed session voted unanimously (5-0) to name Dr. Sam Buenrostro as the new superintendent of Corona-Norco Unified School District, pending contract negotiations. The Board has instructed legal counsel to open negotiations with Dr. Buenrostro over the terms of his employment with the District as its next superintendent.

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Elementary Waiver Update

10/22/2020

On October 9, 2020, the District submitted a waiver application to the Riverside County Department of Public Health (a copy of which is available on the District’s website in the “Frequently Asked Questions” section). In response to the waiver application, the County Department of Health informed us that our elementary cohort model would not qualify. Based on that information, it was clear the County was not going to further consider our application.

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Riverside County Reverts to Purple Tier

10/20/2020

Today, Riverside County moved back into the “Purple” Widespread tier of the Governor’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy. As a result, ALL (elementary, intermediate, and high school) schools will NOT open as originally scheduled.

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School Reopening Update - 10-14-2020

10/14/2020

We know you have many questions regarding the return to school. As you know, the situation remains fluid as such we’d like to provide you with the following updates.

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Santiago HS Band Plays Together Using New Tech

10/12/2020

Bands of Santiago Sharks (BOSS) have found new technology that helps them perform together. With the generosity of an anonymous donor, students were able to sign up for subscriptions to a recording platform called "Sound Trap" that allows them to create virtual performances.

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Superintendent Search Continues Into Second Phase

10/07/2020

This afternoon, Wednesday, Oct. 7 at a Special Meeting in closed session, the Board of Education took no action. They will continue the superintendent search process and proceed with interviewing internal and external candidates.

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ERHS Madrigals Perform at Eastvale Virtual State of the City Address

10/07/2020

Eleanor Roosevelt High School students performed at Eastvale’s Virtual State of the City Address and 10-Year Anniversary. The madrigals were asked to perform the National Anthem and an inspirational song of their choice.

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October 2020 Student Recognition

10/07/2020

Congratulations to all of our wonderful students who received the October 2020 Board of Education Student Recognition Award.

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CNUSD Reopening Update

10/06/2020

As of today, Riverside County will have been in the Red Tier for 14 days, permitting schools in our county to begin a reopening process. Assuming our county’s health data remains unchanged, CNUSD is prepared to welcome the physical return of our students. The information and opening dates below are subject to change if we revert back to the purple tier and stay there for two consecutive weeks.

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Corona-Norco Unified School District

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