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Youth Task Force

Great Opportunity for Students

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Hello Monroe Families,

My name is Isaac Gomez and I’m a community outreach specialist  We have a great opportunity for your students to apply and have a say in decision/policy making in Santa Clara County. The mission of the Youth Task Force is to provide a voice for youth in the decisions and policies of government agencies
and community organizations that affect the lives of young people. Here is the link to fill out the application.

Any questions feel free to contact me.

Best,

Isaac Gomez

Community Outreach Specialist

Office of Children and Families Policy

County of Santa Clara | Office of the County Executive Office

Pronouns: He, him, his

Phone: 408.313.8322 | isaac.gomez [at] ceo.sccgov.org ()

OCFP - Office of the County Executive - County of Santa Clara (sccgov.org)

 

What’s the Buzz About Spelling?

Fourth graders compete in local spelling bee competitions

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Fourth graders from Campbell Union School District recently showcased their spelling prowess in local competitions. 

Rosemary, Castlemont, and Lynhaven schools organized spelling competitions and sent their top spellers to the District Spelling Bee in February. The final round between Rosemary's Samara V. and Tanner P. of Castlemont was intense, as both mastered over 15 words before Tanner clinched victory. 

Tanner's win earned him the District Spelling Bee medal, and he and Samara represented the district at the County Spelling Bee on March 9th. They faced stiff competition against 21 others vying to advance to the California State Spelling Bee in April. Samara made it to Round 5, which had 13 total students at the start, and Tanner made it to Round 6, with just six students remaining. 

“In these days of spell check, auto text and artificial intelligence, people might question the value of spelling bees,” said Tiffany Spaulding, who leads the district’s Every Child a Reader initiative. “Spelling Bees promote the power and love of language while also helping students increase their vocabulary through exposure to new words. They also need to think critically as they analyze word parts (morphology) and apply spelling patterns they’ve learned.”

Monroe Library

As of February 2024

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As of February 2024, Monroe’s students have been able to circulate 3,724 library books. Monroe utilizes a drop-in based library schedule where all teachers can access a shared Google sheet, to sign up for any available library time. This schedule has allowed for 90% of our Language Arts classes to visit the library. The flexible schedule also allows individual or small groups of students to access books when they are ready for a new book. The library is open for break and lunch 5 days a week, where students can find a safe space to hang out with their friends, play board games, read, and check out books. 

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a Tool in Education

A Message from Superintendent Viramontez

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As the use of artificial intelligence (AI) expands, a new definition of the Digital Divide is emerging. It is not just about access to devices, but also about the knowledge for using digital tools effectively.

“When I walk into a TK or Kindergarten classroom, I wonder what in the world these young people will be walking into in the 2044 workforce,” said Superintendent Shelly Viremontez at a recent meeting of teachers, administrators, and support staff exploring how to leverage AI as a tool for teaching and learning.

Watch the Superintendent's Briefing video to hear comments from her and teachers about the pros and cons of AI in our schools.

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Schools Release Annual Accountability Report Cards

Reports provide comprehensive overview of each school 

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Our schools have published their latest School Accountability Report Cards (SARCs), State-mandated reports that provide a detailed snapshot of school performance and conditions for learning.

Available online or upon request, SARCs cover demographics, safety, academics, class sizes, staff, curriculum, facilities, and finances. The reports include the school’s mission, opportunities for parent involvement, and planned facility improvements. Spanish translations of the reports are forthcoming.

View SARCs online at www.campbellusd.org/sarc or contact the school office for a printed copy.