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FCUSD plans for the 2020/21 school year

Looking at options with guidance from public health, education agencies and input from staff and families...

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Superintendent's letter to families on the District's grading policy

With the intent to align with California Department of Education (CDE) guidance to hold students harmless for their spring grades and the transition to distance learning. There will be no letter grades on report cards for the second semester.

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Angela Griffin Ankhelyi, APR: New Director of Communication and Community Engagement

Announced at the April 14, Board Meeting, Griffin Ankhelyi will begin as Director of Communication and Community Engagement immediately.

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Budget Update: Board continues dialogue at Feb. 27 study session

The Folsom Cordova Board of Education will resume its public dialogue on potential solutions to the District’s estimated $4.4 million budget deficit during its next study session. The Board is not voting on any recommended cuts at this meeting.

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Middle school teacher named national master teacher, working with Library of Congress

Local teacher works with Library of Congress to help develop resources for better access...

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Parent voices: Folsom Cordova families learn how to explore school stats

More than 50 Folsom Cordova parents and caregivers gathered together at Rancho Cordova Elementary on a sunny Saturday morning on Feb. 8 to learn about the California School Dashboard and how they can look up information about their schools’ performance.

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Partner spotlight: Kinney, Walnutwood students become published authors

A Community Enhancement Fund grant from the City of Rancho Cordova helped local partner 916 Ink transform students at both schools into confident writers and published authors. Both schools recently held book release parties for their campus communities.

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Community celebrates groundbreaking of Mangini Ranch Elementary

More than 100 residents, future students, community leaders, members of #TeamFCUSD - and Folsom’s Mangini family - celebrated the groundbreaking of Mangini Ranch Elementary School on Wednesday, Feb. 12.

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High school students put real-world skills on display at regional competition

FCUSD students showcased skill and talent at regional competition, with many coming away with awards.

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You're invited: 2020 State of our Schools breakfast Feb. 25

Folsom Cordova Unified continues to build and expand opportunities for students, and this is your chance to learn more about our District's accomplishments and vision for the important work ahead.

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Black History Month: Follow us on social media for school snapshots

During Black History Month, we’ll highlight examples of teachers and school communities working to expand understanding of African American experiences, voices, and contributions - histories that deserve celebration far beyond four weeks in February.

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VIDEOS: Cordova High students deliver TED-style speeches

Those viral TED Talk videos you see in your social media feeds? Cordova High students in the school’s International Baccalaureate Programme recently created and delivered their own inspirational speeches before an audience of students, teachers, and community members.

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Navigator students shine in Sacramento Kings & VSP promo video

Hey, we recognize those kids! Big thanks to the Sacramento Kings and VSP Vision Care for choosing to shoot their latest promotional video in our very own Navigator Elementary School in Rancho Cordova.

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PHOTOS: Folsom, Vista students serve seniors for the holidays

Student government leaders from Folsom and Vista Del Lago high schools, as well as the Interact Club from Folsom Lake and Folsom high schools, recently delivered baskets filled with snacks, games, puzzles and personal needs items for the residents at Park Folsom Senior Retirement Community.

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Students, start planning for your summer internship now! Deadline Jan. 24

High school students are invited to apply for a summer internship with a local organization.

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Mitchell Middle teacher honored for student educational video work

Congratulations to Peter Lane at Mitchell MS. Read about his award here...

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What is “social-emotional” learning? Latest newsletter has the facts

The Folsom Cordova community is hearing a lot about “social-emotional” learning - and the District has launched a newsletter to dig deeper into this crucial component to academic achievement!

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Cordova High IB students hear inspiring words from successful alums

Taking full Diploma Programme courses in Cordova High School’s International Baccalaureate Programme is demanding and rigorous: multiple high-level courses, comprehensive projects, extensive writing and analysis, and more.

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Character counts: Oak Chan teacher produces award-winning videos

Oak Chan students and staff are using videos to teach kids how to be strong citizens in and out of the classroom - and they’re earning accolades, too.

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Cordova Gardens 2nd grade students raise salmon in class

Hands-on learning combines science, math, writing and art...

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