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Wellness at CVUSD

Meals, foods and beverages sold or served at schools meet state and federal requirements based on the USDA Dietary Guidelines. All meals, foods and beverages are prepared and served by qualified child nutrition professionals. We provide students with access to a variety of affordable and appealing foods that meet the health and nutrition needs of students.

What is Aeries

Aeries is a tool for you to stay informed and engaged in your child’s education. The Parent Portal gives parents and guardians access to: - View your child’s grades and transcript - See your child’s schedule - Monitor your child's attendance - Communicate with your child’s teachers and many more features!

What is ParentSquare?

All important text messages, phone, and email alerts from the Coachella Valley Unified School District about early dismissals, closures, bus delays, school safety (e.g., lockout notifications), and more will be sent to families using only ParentSquare. - All school, classroom, and group communication in one place - Notifications via app, text, and/or email - The ability to send direct messages to teachers or coaches

viafy Parent App

Get Started 1. Check your email for login Information No login? Contact the Transportation Department 2. Download the Viafy Parent App 3. Once you're logged in, you can start tracking your child's bus in real-time

What is AB 329 Health Youth Act 2019-2020?

AB 329 California Healthy Youth Act Sexual Health Education for America's Youth is for Middle School and Community Settings For more information and course curriculum, go to positivepreventionplus.com

Traffic/Campus Safety Information

We will not be releasing students during the last half hour of the school day, as teachers are wrapping up their lessons and getting ready to line up. If you need to pick up your student, please do so before 1:30 pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and before 12:30 pm on Wednesdays. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Please help us support our teacher’s instructional time.

Volunteer Information and Forms

On behalf of our students, staff, and the entire school community, we extend a sincere and heartfelt welcome to you. We are so grateful for your decision to dedicate your valuable time and unique talents to our school. Your support is a vital component of our mission to create a safe, supportive, and enriching learning environment for every child.

Educational Services supports

Educational Services

Educational Services supports the schools of Coachella Valley Unified School District by providing professional development, consultation, and guidance in the areas of teaching, learning, and assessment, including the development and implementation of each district’s Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP).