FMS earned first place in Club Live's Chapter Challenge Competition

Folsom Middle School earned first place in Club Live's Chapter Challenge Competition.

What we heard: Input from Education Town Halls and spending plan survey

From February through April, hundreds of teachers, support staff, families, and students ...

Health Education Information for Families

Do you have questions about the new Health Education Framework and what it means for your school?

Special Education Art Enrichment Show highlights student art

Teachers, students, family, and staff attend this yearly event showcasing our students' artwork.

Employees of the Year named at Employee Recognition event

Employees of the Year named for the 2018-2019 school year!

New year to bring new faces in FCUSD schools

Beginning in the next school year, some of our Folsom Cordova schools will welcome new leaders ...

Folsom High students receive certification in life saving measures

A yearlong Enriched Health class also includes additional units of study, such as life-saving skills and disaster preparation.

Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary wins $10,000 Scholar Dollars Grant

Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary $10,000 Scholar Dollars Grant winner

Attention Volunteers: Is your TB status current within the last four years?

VIDEO: Oak Chan Principal uses costumes to inspire student confidence

Oak Chan Principal dresses up in costumes to inspire students to be confident in themselves and make learning fun.

VIDEO: New mindfulness pilot program helping elementary students with focus and stress

A new mindfulness pilot program has been rolled out into four of our elementary schools.

Cordova High Winterline Band wins 2019 NCBA Championships

CHS Winterline Band wins big at The Northern California Band Association's Championship.

PHOTOS: Gold Ridge Elementary celebrates World Autism Day

Gold Ridge Elementary celebrated World Autism Day on April 2 with inclusive learning activities.

VIDEO: Sutter Middle celebrates International Day of Happiness with kindness rallies

Sutter Middle School celebrated International Day of Happiness with kindness rallies.

Vista alumni is breaking racial barriers on and off the golf course

VIDEO: Annual heart screening event draws hundreds of local teens

The annual VIA Heart Screening Event took place at Cordova High School on Sunday, Feb. 24.

Riverview Rockets team state finalists in STEM championships

The Riverview Rockets team were one of 11 state finalists out of 458 teams in California that competed in the state robotics championships on March 10.

Sutter Middle students win at Destination Imagination tournament for service project

Sutter Middle students were recognized at the Destination Imagination Tournament for their service project.

Cordova students, alums honored by community for service

Dozens of students were recognized on March 8 for their contributions, service - and in some cases, heroism ...

VIDEO: Intel employees volunteer to inspire future engineers

Intel employees volunteered in our schools for National Engineers Week.

In the News: Cordova High career preparation courses highlighted

Student leadership and participation in hands-on courses preparing them for the workforce highlighted ...

VIDEO: Sutter Middle dedicates new media center to Burnett family

The new Burnett Media Center was officially unveiled at Sutter Middle School on Feb. 6.

PHOTOS: Check out our Read Across America photo highlights

See photo highlights from various Read Across America events in our elementary schools.

FHS Theatre students perform Dr. Seuss stories for elementary students for Read Across America

Advanced Drama students from FHS entertained elementary students for Read Across America.

Cordova Villa students participate in annual Black History Month program

Mary Hawkins long time Cordova Villa 2nd grade teacher coordinated her final Black History Month Program before retiring at the end of the school year.

Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary students share kindness messages

Many students and staff participated in the Gallardo Loves Kindness event.

Folsom High students win big at Lenaea High School Theatre Festival

Folsom theatre students won multiple awards at the Lenaea High School Theatre Festival.

Voice of Gardens: Student and principal highlight scientists and inventors for Black History Month

In honor of Black History Month African-American Scientist and Inventors are being honored daily in the morning bulletin.

CTE students are award winners

CTE Students bring home 28 awards at regional competition, many advance to the state conferenc

Oak Chan celebrates new campus with ribbon cutting ceremony

Thanks to Measure G, Oak Chan has a new campus. Teachers, students, families and Oak Chan alumni came out to celebrate.

VIDEO: Riverview STEM robotics team earning elite recognition

Led by teacher Valerie Lanich, Riverview STEM Academy’s young robotics team is racking up regional and statewide awards - and now ranks nationally!

Students participate in district's History Day in preparation for county competition

Students from various schools presented their history projects to judges at the event.

Empire Oaks raises book donations for Paradise Elementary fire victims' school library

Empire Oaks Elementary held school library book fundraisers for Paradise Elementary School whose school was burned in the Paradise Fire.

Cordova educator earns statewide award for outstanding teaching

Cordova High teacher Jennifer Rossiter has been honored with the Exemplary IB Middle Years Programme Educator Award ...

Check for updates on Folsom Ranch school planning information

Check this page for ongoing updates to school planning in Folsom Ranch ...

Cordova High in Top 10 for UC admissions in Sacramento region

Nearly three-quarters of Cordova High School students who apply to competitive University of California schools earn admission ...

Folsom High students featured on ABC10's Teen Talk to discuss stress

ABC10's Monica Woods did a special report called Teen Talk in which she talked about stress with Folsom High juniors and seniors.

Natoma Station's Warm and Fuzzy Drive helps refugee students at Cordova Meadows

The student council at Natoma Station Elementary organized a Warm and Fuzzy drive with the non-profit organization Without a Roof, to help the refugee student community at Cordova Meadows Elementary.

Holiday STAR shopping spree puts smile on Rancho Cordova elementary students' faces

A number of Rancho Cordova elementary students were treated to a shopping spree thanks to The Holiday STAR program.

FHS student participates in MARIJUANA IS NOT FOR ME Winter PSA

The Future Forward Campaign encourages teens to stay away from drinking or using marijuana.

Bulldogs football team wins fourth CIF I-AA state championship in a decade

The Bulldogs beat Cathedral Catholic in CIF I-AA championship game.

Three Board of Education members sworn into office

The Folsom Cordova Board of Education welcomed back a long-time incumbent and two new elected leaders on Thursday, Dec. 13.

VIDEO: Linda Burkholder, 2018 Administrator of the Year

Linda Burkholder, Director of Family Engagement and Support Service was named the district's 2018 Administrator of the Year.

VIDEO: FHS Chemistry Teacher Kristy Guarienti, 2018 Teacher of the Year

Congratulations to Folsom High's Kristy Guarienti is the district's 2018 Teacher of the Year.

Superintendent's Attendance Challenge kicks off in January

The Superintendent's Attendance Challenge for secondary schools kicks off in January.

Oak Chan Students Participate in STEAMtastic Expo

Students participated in an interactive STEAMtastic Expo event at Oak Chan Elementary.

Theodore Judah Elementary hosts Diwali Night

Students, family and staff enjoyed the third annual Diwali Night hosted at Theodore Judah Elementary.

Rancho Cordova Optimist Club honors students and Director of Special Education

The Rancho Cordova Optimist Club recognized students for their positive impact in the community.

VIDEO: Head Custodian Brent Jones, 2018 Classified Employee of the Year

Meet Brent Jones, Head Custodian at Williamson Elementary in Rancho Cordova and the District's 2018 Classified Employee of the Year.

Bulldogs wide receiver Joe Ngata to play in All-American Bowl

Folsom Bulldogs wide receiver and senior Joe Ngata will be playing in the All-American Bowl in January.

Vista students' flag design chosen to represent the City of Folsom

Two Vista del Lago students had their flag design chosen to represent the City of Folsom.

Folsom Bulldogs win 7th CIF Sac-Joaquin Section Division I Title in a decade

The Folsom Bulldog Football Team won the CIF Sac-Joaquin Section Division I Title.

PHOTOS: Natoma Station Elementary students honor veterans

atoma Station Elementary held their sixth annual Veteran's Day Assembly honoring area veterans.

Linda Burkholder earns state leadership award from California Dept. of Education

Folsom Cordova's Director of Family Engagement and Support Services, Linda Burkholder, received an Inspirational Leadership Award

Folsom Middle student council donates school supplies to White Rock Elementary

Folsom Middle School found themselves with a surplus of school supplies after winning a contest, so the student council decided to give the supplies to another school, White Rock Elementary.

FHS Technical Theatre Production students carry on spooky tradition

Several Folsom High students in Michael Mosier's Technical Theatre in Production class designed and created a spooky scene in the staff break room for the staff's annual Halloween potluck.

Mather Heights pumpkin-art book reports a hit with students

Students at Mather Heights Elementary had a fun lesson in literacy and pumpkin art.

Natoma Station Principal takes pie to the face for a good cause

Natoma Station Elementary Principal Vickie Boudouris loves her students so much she'd even have a pie thrown in her face.

State of our Schools event brings staff and community leaders together

At our first annual, State of our Schools event, we had the opportunity to thank our community partners, show them how their involvement contributes to student success and encourage their continued involvement.

FMS Principal shaves his head after PTO makes its fundraising goal

The FMS Principal shaved his head for a good cause.

More Folsom Cordova students meeting, exceeding state standards

Folsom Cordova students continue to make gains in literacy and math, outpacing average performance locally and across California, according to state test results released this week.

PHOTOS: Carl Sundahl celebrates new school, new era

Hundreds gathered Friday, Sept. 21 to celebrate the completion of a two-year modernization of Carl Sundahl Elementary School, a project that transformed the aging campus into a new, modern school.

VIDEO: Cordova High remembers 9/11 victims with flag tribute

The AF JROTC Color Guard and Cadets at Cordova High paid tribute to the the victims who lost their lives seventeen years ago in the 9/11 attacks this past Tuesday morning Sept. 11.

VIDEOS: Schools 'Color the World with Kindness'

Schools participated in various welcoming, inclusive activities throughout the week promoting kindness and character.

VIDEO & PHOTOS: Mission #InspireTheFuture accomplished

Students from our Rancho Cordova elementary, middle, and high schools were treated to a surprise landing by the Sacramento County Sheriff Department's Huey Helicopter at Dave Roberts Community Park.

VIDEO: Beloved School Bus Driver Ms. Betty has been busing students to school for over four decades

Betty Summers, fondly known to many as Ms. Betty just started her forty-fourth year busing students to school for Folsom Cordova Unified School District.

VIDEO & PHOTOS: Welcome back to the 2018-2019 school year

Check out a photo gallery and video highlights from the first day of school!

More than just a number: Understand how schools are doing

California has launched a new online resource that gives families and community members...

VIDEO: Vista's Shark Tank competition helps non-profit organizations

Young entrepreneurs at Vista del Lago High School participated in a competition...

Sutter teacher wins Project Lead the Way Teacher of the Year

Sutter Middle School STEM Academy Teacher Debbie Krikourian was selected at...

VIDEO: Spelling Bee champ gives back at former middle school

Folsom Middle School students took part in their annual spelling bee and...

District updates School Choice, Inter-district Transfer guidelines

Changes provide flexibility to manage school capacity well into the future without having to make disruptive policy changes each year ...

VIDEO: Cordova High Culinary Academy students make gingerbread villages for final exam

Students had baking prep time before the final and then were given ...

UPDATE: Board approves two-week Winter Break calendar

Read more for a detailed overview of our recent survey ...

VIDEO: Christmas Mall helps Rancho Cordova students & families in need

Over 200 FCUSD families in need received the Holiday Gift of Rancho Cordova's very own "Christmas Mall"...

Where are they now? Alum featured on Food Network contest

Jewel Burgess is a Rancho Cordova native, attended Cordova High School her freshman year and...

FCUSD parents & community members dig into school performance, safety

Folsom Cordova families, community members, and employees had the chance to explore and discuss school performance data last week. The same day, in a separate gathering, groups dug deeper into school safety plans and provided feedback on areas of improvement.

More than just a number: New resource to understand how your schools are doing

California has launched a new online resource that gives families and community members a better idea of how our public schools are performing.

FHS Music Teacher named 2018 Grammy Music Educator Finalist!

CBS This Morning announced on Dec. 6 that Folsom High School Music Teacher Curtis Gaesser....

District’s Empathy Working Group continues to support welcoming schools

A volunteer team of students, employees, community members, parents and administrators ...

VIDEO: Spirit of Vista Giving Drive generates lots of donations

The "Spirit of Vista Giving Drive" is an annual donation drive at Vista del Lago High School...

Mills students start coat drive: " Project Keep Them Warm"

Mills Middle School 8th graders MacKenzie Johnson and Madeline Leavitt started a coat drive....

Meet FCUSD Student School Board Member London Taylor

London Taylor is the Folsom Cordova student Board of Education member for the 2017-2018 school year....

VIDEO: Fire crews promote safety to Rancho Cordova students

As part of National Fire Prevention Week Oct. 8-14, multiple fire agencies...

Cordova High students receive college offers at Historically Black Colleges and Universities Fair

Some students received college admission on the spot...

VIDEO: 5th grade piano virtuoso Nathan Zhang featured on ABC World News!

The video of Zhang playing Bach's English Suite no. 2 Bourree connected with many....

VIDEO: Folsom Middle raises awareness for Breast Cancer

It has been a tradition at the school for the past seventeen years...

Measure G: Long-term project making significant progress

Passed in November 2014, Measure G is a $195 million voter-approved bond initiative....

Theodore Judah Elementary students visit Folsom City Hall

Over 100 third graders from Theodore Judah Elementary got a hands-on lesson in government...

Natoma Station PTO donates books to Community Readers

Community Readers Program received a special delivery on Oct. 2 from the Natoma Station PTO...

Folsom Cordova students continue rising higher in statewide tests

Students in Folsom Cordova schools continued to make progress and, districtwide, perform....

New stadium dedicated at Vista's homecoming game

A ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony for the new stadium was held...

VIDEO: College Fair draws hundreds of students and families

Students and their families were able to explore options for various colleges and...

VIDEO: Apple Day makes learning fun for students

The Autumn Equinox was on Sept. 22 and Ms. Donna Evan's 2nd grade class...

Hundreds volunteer on Folsom Community Service Day

Over 430 volunteers came out to help beautify the landscapes at six of....

VIDEO: Sisters highlight importance of attending school daily

The Koppel sisters offered fellow students and their parents tips on how to get...

VIDEO: Rancho Cordova students show support for officers

Our schools in Rancho Cordova wanted to show their support of local law enforcement...

Spring testing scores coming: Learn how to understand reports

Folsom Cordova families of students who were in grades 3-8 or 11 last year will soon receive...

Student STEM learning activities on wheels!

Students had fun learning in the STEM mobile lab....

VIDEO: Cordova High remembers 9/11 victims with tribute

The National Anthem was sung by the school choir ...

VIDEOS: May The Force of Kindness Be With You

Our district wide Cool2B Kind week was held Aug. 21 to Aug 25....

Black Hawk helicopter surprise promotes learning

The City of Rancho Cordova organized a special surprise for students...

Wellness Corner: Tips to maintain a healthy school schedule

Back to school can be difficult transition for some ....

Solar Eclipse 2017: A stellar learning opportunity for students

Our schools created class lessons tied to the solar eclipse....

Our commitment: Teaming up to support all students

It takes all of us together to create a welcoming, inclusive...

SAVE THE DATE: Plan ahead for attending College Fair

High School students and their families will get the chance to meet....

Free/reduced lunch application could increase funding for your school

School receive more money and resources based on the...

IN THE NEWS: Anita Kamath named ABC10's July Teacher of the Month

Folsom Middle School 6th grade teacher was chosen for her commitment to....

Rancho Cordova Students Get Free First Year Of College

The city is the first in the area to create a college promise program offering....

Mr. Waldo is NBC Sports All-Star Teacher

Folsom Middle School engineering teacher Dale Waldo is the winner of NBC Sports Bay Area All-Star Teacher Award 2017.

IN THE NEWS: Mary Hawkins named ABC 10 Teacher of the Year

A teacher for almost 4 decades, currently instructing at Cordova Villa Elementary school...

VIDEO: RCPD surprises Cordova Gardens student with bike

Cordova Gardens Elementary third grader Daniel Kolotyuk was...

VIDEOS: 2017 FCUSD Employees of the Year

Congratulations to this year's Folsom Cordova Employees of the Year...

Mills Middle is 2017 Civic Learning Award School

Schools that earn the Civic Learning Award are recognized for...

Cordova High's construction class wins Design and Build competition

School's construction class competed against 14 other ...

Vista del Lago, Folsom High earn US News Silver Medals

The list is out for U.S. News Best High Schools, both Vista del Lago High and Folsom High...

State names Vista del Lago High a Gold Ribbon School

Over 477 schools applied for the Gold Ribbon Schools Award....

Gold Ridge Elementary parent volunteers promote autism awareness

A group of parent volunteers at Gold Ridge Elementary held an Autism Awareness Day.

Marauder Mile raises $12K to support Mitchell programs

Mitchell Middle School raised $12,275 for new sports uniforms....

PHOTOS: Theodore Judah's "All Around Folsom Town"

Students researched and visited landmarks around Folsom...

The Lighthouse Literacy Award goes to Ms. Townsend

Riverview STEM Academy teacher Andrea Townsend has been selected to...

Intel gives students electricity lesson

Fourth graders at Gold Ridge Elementary got a lesson from Intel volunteers about how to generate electricity and have fun at the same time.

Cordova HS students deliver Valentine cards

Cordova High School students designed and delivered Valentine cards to a local care home.

IN THE NEWS: Mills Middle wins statewide anti-bullying honor

Mills Middle School has been named one of the best...

Where are they now? Cordova grad designs a career in engineering

Exposed to a variety of engineering disciplines — construction management...

Igniting Young Minds with IB and STEM programs

With these programs, kids embrace all the subjects all at one time in an investigative....

VIDEO: Former Oak Chan student returns to teach

She now runs her own classroom next door to her former teacher....

VIDEO: Breaking Down the Walls program unites Folsom High School campus.

The purpose of Breaking Down the Walls is to cultivate positive campus culture...

Discover myriad STEM opportunities throughout FCUSD!

It's more important than ever for our students to gain skills necessary to solve tough problems...

Sutter team wins big at international “School of the Future” contest

Sutter Middle finished strong in this month's ...

VIDEO: Folsom High students create near-space experience

Students in a space education unit recently sent a....

VIDEO: Cordova High students innovate, create with Kings star & VSP

Collaboration often leads to the best innovations. Sacramento Kings center Willie Cauley-Stein recently ...

Vista del Lago grad now published poet

It goes without saying that Folsom Cordova has a multitude of tremendously talented students. Such is the case for Vista del Lago alumni Karina Williams...

District Digest e-news: Stay connected to school success

Learn what’s happening in our schools and how you can be involved...