08/14/2026
Good afternoon PVSD families,
There is so much excitement across our schools as we prepare to welcome students back on Wednesday, August 19! I had the opportunity to attend our middle school orientations this week, and it was such a joy to see students and families back on our campuses. There was a wonderful energy as students reconnected with friends, met staff, found their way around campus, and began looking ahead to the new school year. Our welcome back events across the district have brought that same sense of excitement and anticipation as we get closer to the first day.
Our staff members are preparing too. I especially enjoyed welcoming our new teachers and other certificated staff to the district this week and spending time with our classified staff at Classified Professional Development Day. It is always exciting to see our team come back together and to welcome new members to our district family. Across the district, our staff members are learning, connecting, and preparing for the important work of supporting our students and families.
As we prepare for the first day of school, please take a few minutes to complete your child’s Fall Enrollment and First Day Forms in ParentConnect. These forms provide our schools with important information we need to begin the year and help us care for your child throughout the school day.
Please pay particular attention to your emergency contacts. Emergency contacts should be current and should include individuals who live nearby and could quickly come to the school if you are unavailable. Having accurate phone numbers and local emergency contacts is especially important when an unexpected situation occurs and we need to reach someone on your child’s behalf. Thank you for helping us make sure everything is ready for a safe and successful start to the school year.
If your family is attending Wings Over Camarillo this weekend, be sure to stop by the STEM Hall and check out the flight simulator exhibition featuring current and former Las Colinas Middle School Aviation Club students! The students will be sharing their skills under the direction of retired Las Colinas teacher Thad Robbins with his LC team of teachers.. I love seeing our students continue to pursue their interests and share what they have learned with our community. I plan to stop by too, so maybe I will see you there!
We cannot wait to welcome our students back on Wednesday, August 19!
Have a wonderful weekend.
Sincerely,
Dr. Danielle Cortés
Superintendent of Schools
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