Weekly Community Newsletter
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The ACUSD/ACOE Community Newsletter is a weekly communication from the Amador County Unified School District and Amador County Office of Education. The purpose of this newsletter is to keep our families, staff, and community members informed about our district!
Questions, comments, or concerns? Please feel free to leave a comment below and we will get back to you within working hours. All comments are private and can only be seen by the Communications Specialist.
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Friday, May 16, is a non-school day because it is an unused emergency school closure day. There are no other changes to the schedule next week. Wednesday, May 14 remains an early release day.
There will be no Weekly Community Newsletter next week.
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Amador County Unified School District is starting a School Wellness Committee, and we’d love for you to be part of it.
We’re looking for a mix of voices—teachers, school leaders, parents, school board members, students, nutrition staff, health professionals, and community partners.
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Our final TK/Kindergarten Enrollment Event is Wednesday, May 14!
Mira Yang, RDHAP, will be available for any student needing a quick dental assessment from 2-5 in the Staff, Student, and Family Resource Center. We look forward to seeing your student there to enroll and receive a free dental screening!
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Our Triglia students are holding another plant sale to support the ACOE Special Education Program! Stop by to bring home a new plant and say hello to our friendly students and staff. Please note - this sale is cash only!
📅 Friday, May 23
🕒 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
📍 Argonaut High School - Triglia Parking Lot
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Date: Sunday, May 18, 2025
Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Independence High School, 525 Independence Drive, Sutter Creek, CA
We are proud to announce a special Field Dedication Ceremony in honor of the late Casey Casagrande, a beloved educator, mentor, coach, and community figure who made a lasting impact on students and families in Amador County.
Please join us as we celebrate the life and legacy of a truly remarkable man. All are welcome to attend this meaningful event and share in the recognition of a life well-lived and deeply appreciated.
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May's harvest of the month is kiwi! See the attached newsletter, available in English and Spanish, for a delicious recipe and more information about kiwi. |
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See the attached Kids Community Bulletin (available in English and Spanish) for more information about these events!
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The next School Board meeting will take place on June 11, at the Amador County Administration Center located at 810 Court St. Jackson, CA 95642. Open Session begins at 6:30 p.m.
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On Wednesday, May 7, Ione Elementary proudly participated in National Bike to School Day! This marks the 12th consecutive year Ione Elementary has taken part in this event. New this year, and thanks to a partnership with Amador County Public Health, students also attended an engaging assembly focused on the importance of wearing bike helmets and practicing bicycle safety in our neighborhoods. |
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At the May 7 board meeting, Argonaut High School principal Kelly Hunkins recognized 6 staff members with ACUSD Challenge Coins: Kevin Harlow, Alena Vratoss, Michelle Joyce, Sarah Yonan, Chris Lucke (not pictured), and Charlie Foyil. |
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At the May 7 board meeting, each special education director selected one person to be awarded an ACUSD Challenge Coin. Dr. Sadie Hedegard, Assistant Superintendent of Special Education, awarded a challenge coin to Mahaila Hendricks, a community partner through ATCAA. Joshua Brock, ACOE Director of Special Education, awarded a challenge coin to Joy Wallen. Steve Russell, Director of Alternative Special Education, awarded a challenge coin to Lisa Putney. Jan Johnson, Program Specialist, awarded a challenge coin to Theresa Davis. Jill Weber, Program Specialist, awarded a challenge coin to Lacey Henry. |
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At the May 7 board meeting, students who completed 135 hours or more of community service were recognized for their accomplishments. 35 students were awarded certificates, block A letters, graduation cords, and pins depending on their total number of hours.
This year, two students each completed over 1,000 hours of community service and also received a $300 Tobacco Use Prevention Education (TUPE) scholarship!
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At the May board meeting, AVID Coordinator Tara Hannah provided the school board with an update on AVID’s growth in ACUSD over the past 8 years.
Students Georgianna Calestini and Latu’ila Tuungafasi also spoke about the positive impacts AVID has had on their lives, from improving their grades to increasing their overall self-confidence.
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5/16: No School (unused emergency closure day)
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5/26: No School (Memorial Day)
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