Volume 8, Issue 7

May 2023

Greetings,

As we begin winding down another successful school year in the Cypress School District, we’d like to take one last opportunity to highlight the many great things happening in our schools. It has been a fun-filled and busy spring season with class projects, special events, student performances, field trips, and state testing. Teachers and students alike have been working very hard all year and will finish strong on the last day of school… which for our traditional schools is May 31 and June 23 at Landell. 

On behalf of the Cypress School District, I would like to wish all of our students and families a safe and enjoyable summer recess. We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Thursday, August 10. 

Sincerely,

Anne Silavs, Superintendent

Writing Well Done at Arnold

A favorite fifth-grade writing assignment at Arnold is the restaurant review. Students research a local restaurant and provide a tantalizing review of the menu, ambiance, and customer service. This year, one student was recognized for his work by the owner of Joe Schmoe’s, who posted heartfelt thanks for the support on the restaurant’s social media page. The positive review brought smiles to the faces of the owner and those who work there.

Students Supporting Students at King

Fifth and sixth-graders at King have the opportunity to participate in the Friday Night Live Kids program which promotes leadership, critical thinking, and decision-making skills. In preparation for state testing, club members visited classrooms to reinforce the importance of getting plenty of sleep, eating healthy meals, and participating in physical activity each day. They explained to their peers the connection between healthy habits and being equipped, both in mind and body, to perform at their best.

Landell Leopards Loving Science

Last month, 30 Landell students in fourth, fifth, and sixth grades participated in the Orange County Department of Education’s Science Olympiad program. The students competed in knowledge-based activities on topics such as Anatomy and Deep Blue Sea. They also engaged in building challenges like Aerodynamics and Egg Drop. The students performed very well and had a great day. At the end of the event, one student exclaimed, “That was so much fun, I hope I can do it again next year!”

Making Beautiful Music at Luther

This spring, music was in the air at Steve Luther Elementary School. Students showcased their learning in the district’s general music program during a schoolwide concert for families. The theme this year was Music to Celebrate Peace and Unity. Students sang songs from a variety of cultures in many different languages. Fourth-grade students also demonstrated their recorder skills, playing Clair de Lune. The program ended with a heartfelt performance of You Can Count on Me by Bruno Mars sung by the entire school.

Morris Mustangs Making an Impact

The Morris IMPACT Committee promoted jumbo pickle sales this year to raise funds to support school spirit and campus beautification. As a result of these efforts, the school was able to purchase a portable sound system for outdoor school activities, including morning Walk & Talk time on the playground before school starts each day. Walking with friends to the sound of upbeat tunes is a fun and healthy way to start everyone’s day on a positive note!

Vessels Students Enjoy Experiential Learning

Field trips enhance learning and enable students to experience the world beyond the classroom. Recently, first-graders visited Centennial Farms, a historic farm in the heart of Orange County that has been in operation for over 100 years. The field trip provided a unique opportunity for students to learn about agriculture, history, and ecology while experiencing the ins and outs of an actual working farm. Getting to pet the farm animals was an added bonus!

BOARD OF TRUSTEES 

Candi Kern - Sandra Lee - Brian Nakamura - Lydia Sondhi, Ph.D. - Troy Tanaka

SUPERINTENDENT 

Anne Silavs