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Valley Oak Elementary

Part of the Clovis Unified School District

Wildcat Weekly 8.15.25

Posted Date: 8/15/25 (2:53 PM)

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The Wildcat Weekly

August 15, 2025
Dear Valley Oak Families,
We are so excited to welcome you to the 2025–26 school year at Valley Oak Elementary! Whether you’re a returning Wildcat or brand new to our school community, we’re thrilled to have you join us for a year filled with learning, growth, and Wildcat pride.
Please take a few moments to read through this newsletter—it includes important dates and additional information for a successful first day!
Let’s make this a year full of kindness, learning, and big Wildcat dreams!
With Wildcat Pride,
Mrs. Athwal
Wildcat Weekly 8.15.25

First Day of School

Classroom doors will be open at 7:50am. Students are welcome to go to the playground or breakfast starting at 7:40am.
The Wildcat Way

Bus Schedule

Please visit this link to find the bus schedule: https://www.cusd.com/transportation

Fall Athletics

Grades 4-6 students may participate in our elementary athletic program.
Practices are held after school from 2:45-3:45 on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays (when there are no games). Games are typically held on Friday afternoons.
Students should be in appropriate attire for practice.
If interested, please check your child's Parent Square for a permission slip to sign up.
  • Football practice begins Monday.
  • Cross Country & Girls Volleyball practice begins Thursday.
Valley Oak Athletics

Expanded Learning Club

Students that are attending afterschool ELC in grades 1-6 will meet in the MPR for attendance and snack this school year. All students attending ELC should check in before reporting to co-curricular practices.
Spirit Store

Spirit Wear

Need to order VO Spirit wear? Visit https://tinyurl.com/VO-Spirit-Store
Sales end on Friday, August 29.
CC Shirt

Character Counts

Character Counts Shirts can be purchased by credit card in the MPR 15 minutes before and after school the first week of school.
Fall AAU
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Stay Connected

Stay connected by using our website and following our social media links:

Instagram @ valleyoakwildcats
Facebook @ Valley Oak Elementary