Christine Sipherd Elementary

Thriving Together: Meet Our Instructional Coaches

We’re kicking off our new monthly series with EUSD’s Instructional Coaches , Monique Preciado, Katrina Haskin, and Kandance Jenkins. This month, they share strategies to help children handle back-to-school anxiety and start the year strong.

Smiles, high-fives, and fresh beginnings! Our EUSD schools are buzzing with excitement as students and staff kick off a brand new year together. Want to see more first-day smiles and special moments? Follow us on Instagram @Empireunionsd for more photos of our amazing students in action all year long!

¡Sonrisas, chócalas y nuevos comienzos! Nuestras escuelas de EUSD están llenas de energía mientras damos inicio juntos a un nuevo año escolar. Quiere ver más sonrisas y momentos especiales del primer día? Síganos en Instagram @Empireunionsd para más fotos de nuestros increíbles estudiantes durante todo el año escolar.

Free lunch and groceries all summer long! When school is out, it can be harder for families to access regular meals. Luckily, many local programs offer free food and meals for kids and families during the summer.

Your summer just got easier! Our Summer Family Fun Guide is filled with free and low-cost activities to keep your kids learning, exploring, and having fun all summer long. From local events to creative at-home ideas, there’s something for everyone. Download it now and start planning your best summer yet!

Head over to our News Feed to learn about free community resource events happening this month!

Meet Mrs. Bauer, our Capistrano Elementary School Counselor and our featured counselor this month!

We know that spring break can be a mix of fun and stress, especially when routines are different and resources feel out of reach. So we've put together this simple guide to help you find support, activities and ideas to make this break a little easier. Scan the QR code to learn more!

Head over to our News Feed to learn about free community events happening this month!

2nd Cup of Coffee Wednesday, April 30th 8:30 - 9:30 AM

Spring Break April 21 - April 25 NO SCHOOL

Friday, April 18th NO SCHOOL

Band Concert @ Glick Middle School at 6:00 PM

Family Movie Night Friday, April 11th Sipherd Cafeteria 7 pm

King of the Courts Basketball Tournament @ Glick Middle School 3 pm - 5:30 pm

Empire Union School District Celebrates 100 Years and Saves Taxpayers $34 Million by Paying Off Bond Early!

Attention EUSD Families! Our food distribution will be held this Friday, March 7th. We are also seeking volunteers to help us make this effort a success. If you are able to lend a hand, your support would be greatly appreciated by both us and the families we serve. Interested in volunteering? Please arrive at 8:00 a.m. Volunteers will be helping us by assembling and distributing food bags to families in need. Your support is crucial for building a stronger community! Food Distribution Details: Location: Empire Elementary School: 5201 1st Street, Modesto, CA 95351 Date: This Friday, March 7th, 2025 (Every 1st and 3rd Friday of each month) Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. or until supplies last (Volunteers, please arrive at 8:00am) This will be a drive up service; simply drive up to the front of the school, and we will be there to assist you.

Head over to our News Feed to learn about free community events happening this month!

Stay connect and informed with community resources in our county! The StanConnect App is the best way to report any issues in Stanislaus County. All reports go directly to the appropriate County department and you'll receive updates while the issue is being taken care of. You can download the app on Apple or Android, or go to the County website to report any problem.

Head Start is NOW accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year! Call for an appointment or walk-in during one of our upcoming application dates! Check out our News Feed for upcoming applications dates!

Vocabulary Parade Friday, February 28th