Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 10th

We know it’s that time of year when sniffles pop up, and we appreciate families doing their best to keep students healthy. When students are feeling well, being at school helps them stay connected, keep learning, and maintain their routines. Here are some helpful tips on staying healthy and guidance on when to keep your child home versus when it’s okay to send them to school.




Health Guidance for Going to School






February Reminders 📚📖🎒✎🏫


Check our News Feed for a glimpse of what’s happening in our community this month. For the full list, visit ParentSquare


A week full of kindness and 100 days of learning, now that’s something to celebrate. From small acts to big smiles, these moments remind us what makes our school community so special. Check out our Instagram @empireunionsd for more kind moments from this week.

100 days smarter, 100 days stronger, and 100 days older. Here’s a look at how our schools marked the 100th day of learning. Check out our Instagram @empireunionsd for more kind moments from this week.

Flying discs and football drills 🥏🏈 Ms. Kreutzer and Mr. Monjure keeping our Grizzlies moving and learning in PE at Glick Middle School!
#TBT #ThrowbackThursday🌲📚 There’s something special about learning in a place like Yosemite. Our middle schoolers last year took learning outside on an unforgettable adventure, exploring, asking questions, and making memories beneath granite giants.





Welcome to Thriving Together, a space where our dedicated school professionals share simple, helpful tools to support families and students at home.
This month, we’re featuring Mrs. Teves, Sipherd School Counselor, who is sharing a simple way for families and students to ease into the new year. As we all continue finding our rhythm, her insight offers a gentle reminder that support and consistency go a long way. Check out our news feed below to learn more!
This month, we’re featuring Mrs. Teves, Sipherd School Counselor, who is sharing a simple way for families and students to ease into the new year. As we all continue finding our rhythm, her insight offers a gentle reminder that support and consistency go a long way. Check out our news feed below to learn more!


Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 21st
Clases continuarán el Martes, 21 de Enero
Clases continuarán el Martes, 21 de Enero

Focused, determined, and playing together. The Glick Middle School Grizzlies girls basketball team showing what teamwork looks like. 🏀
🎨Rolling, pressing, and creating—printmaking in Mr. Wilkins’ art class at Glick Middle School
This month’s Family Bulletin Board is here!
Find the full set of flyers and community resources on Instagram, ParentSquare, or in our news feed below.
Find the full set of flyers and community resources on Instagram, ParentSquare, or in our news feed below.


🚀💡 Hands-on learning in action! Our Glick Grizzlies got a closer look at real-world careers during the CTE field trip.
❄️🎵 Holiday spirit, dedication, and talent on display! Thank you to Mr. Melendez and our incredible band students for an unforgettable winter concert. 🎵👏
Welcome to Thriving Together, a space where our dedicated school professionals share practical tips and tools to help families support student success at home.
This month, we’re featuring Cindy Bauer, Capistrano School Counselor, who is sharing a simple and meaningful way for families to practice gratitude together at home through a gratitude chain activity. This hands-on activity encourages children to reflect, express appreciation, and talk about the people and moments they are thankful for.
Activities like this support children’s social-emotional growth, strengthen family connections, and create space for positive reflection during a busy season.
This month, we’re featuring Cindy Bauer, Capistrano School Counselor, who is sharing a simple and meaningful way for families to practice gratitude together at home through a gratitude chain activity. This hands-on activity encourages children to reflect, express appreciation, and talk about the people and moments they are thankful for.
Activities like this support children’s social-emotional growth, strengthen family connections, and create space for positive reflection during a busy season.




As we head into Winter Break, we know this season can look different for every family. That’s why we put together a simple guide with free food support, warm spaces, family activities, and resources for anyone who may need a little extra support during the break. Even though our classrooms will pause, the care we have for our families never does. We hope this guide brings a bit of comfort and ease during the weeks ahead. Access the full guide in our News Feed below!


🧱🤖 Hands-on creativity in Mr. Monjure’s engineering class! Glick Middle School students bringing ideas to life with LEGO STEM builds.
Lunchtime sunshine, good vibes, and Grizzly smiles 🐻☀️
