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Superintendent announces Campbell Kudos honorees.
Through our Campbell Kudos program, we celebrate our incredible staff and educators who embody our district’s core values. Please watch our video announcing the honorees being recognized by their colleagues for being Learners.
Ensuring CUSD students are prepared for the demands of an AI-driven workforce
As artificial intelligence rapidly transforms industries, Campbell Union School District (CUSD) is taking proactive steps to ensure students are prepared for the future. Speaking at the AIM FOR IMPACT summit, Superintendent Dr. Shelly Viramontez stressed that education must evolve along with technology to meet the demands of an AI-driven workforce.
“We’re embracing our core value of ‘We Are Learners’ by actively exploring how AI can enhance teaching and learning,” Dr. Viramontez said. “We are inviting staff to learn more about AI, its applications and potential for strengthening students’ skills in critical thinking, collaboration, and adaptability.”
Recognizing that AI is already woven into daily life, she added, “Even our youngest students are engaging with AI—whether they’re interacting with Alexa, learning from YouTube, or independently exploring digital tools.”
For CUSD, responsible AI integration is a commitment to innovation and student empowerment. By breaking down traditional learning silos and integrating real-world applications, the district is working to reimagine education to ensure every student is equipped for success—no matter what the future holds.
Save the Date: Thursday, March 20, 2025
Join us for the annual Art-Innovation-Music (AIM) Showcase, where CUSD students share their creative and innovative learning through this year’s theme, “Future Ready.” The event will feature art displays, original music, and design projects, showcasing students’ talents and learning journeys.
AIM empowers students to explore interests, embrace challenges with a growth mindset, and take ownership of their learning. It also strengthens teacher collaboration and targeted instruction to meet students’ learning needs.
Lessons spark curiosity and foster growth through hands-on experiences in the arts, innovation, and music. Students develop essential skills—critical thinking, collaboration, self-direction, empathy, and innovation—aligned with CUSD’s Profile of a Graduate competencies. By integrating Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) learning targets with design thinking strategies, AIM helps students develop the skills necessary for real-world problem-solving.
Come celebrate our future-ready students at this inspiring event! Click here for the event flyer.
An example of continuous improvement through survey feedback
At our schools, we believe students should have a voice in making positive changes. One example is how we’re tackling school cleanliness.
In student surveys from 2023 and 2024, many rated school cleanliness lower than expected. To understand why, district administrators invited students to participate in focus groups. Students’ insights were enlightening. They noted common issues like littering in shared spaces, messy bathroom habits, and a lack of awareness about the hard work custodians do each day.
When asked how to improve cleanliness, some students suggested more adult intervention. However, through discussions and empathy interviews with custodians, students realized the importance of taking responsibility for their school environment.
Working together, students and staff developed solutions, including:
“By giving students a role in solving real problems, we empower them to take responsibility and build pride in their school community,” said Superintendent Shelly Viramontez. “With these new initiatives, we expect to see a cleaner, more respectful environment that benefits everyone.”
Want to support these efforts at home? Encourage your child to take responsibility for their surroundings and appreciate those who help maintain them.
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Parent feedback is an important factor for our decisions about your child's school experience.
That's why we're hoping all of our parents and guardians will participate in our annual survey.
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This video gives you a glimpse of the difference it makes!