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Important Dates
Important Dates
4/6-4/10 - Spring Break
4/13-4/17 - Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week
4/16 - Yogurtland Restaurant Night
4/23 - PTA Bike Rodeo
Capture the Flag!
Come join Mr. Johnson and Mr. Elliott for their final session of Capture the Flag (Class ID 19987), beginning Wednesday, April 1st. This fun session continues through May 27th and meets on Wednesdays, 2:10-3:10 pm (grades 2-5, 8 meetings for $88). Those interested can see Mr. Johnson or Mr. Elliott or register online at www.saddleback.edu/ce.
Your All-Inclusive Summer Adventure Awaits at the YMCA! ☀️
Dear Families,
Are you ready to trade the "Summer Tetris" of piecing together weekly classes for a season of effortless fun? This year, the YMCA of Orange County invites your child to become a Champion in the Making!
We know you have choices when it comes to summer, but why settle for just one "club" when you can have it all? Our 2026 Summer Day Camp is designed as an All-Inclusive Pass to discovery, growth, and high-energy excitement.
🏆 The YMCA Difference: More Than Just a Camp
While others offer weekly classes, we provide a transformational experience that builds character and skill through:
Weekly Skill-Building Clubs: From artistic innovation to engineering, our "club" style blocks allow campers to dive deep into specific interests and develop real-world talents.
STEM & Strategic Thinking: Whether they are participating in "Code Quests" or "The Great Build Off," your child will engage in daily hands-on STEM challenges.
Leadership Development & Service Learning: We empower our campers to lead! Through our service learning projects, kids gain "social agency" by giving back to their local community.
Weekly Championships: Every Friday, we celebrate our progress with "Playoff" challenges and championships where every child has the chance to shine.
🎢 Adventure Delivered
Forget about extra fees and logistical headaches. Our monthly rate covers the entire experience:
1-2 Weekly Field Trips: We take the fun on the road to premier Southern California destinations!
On-Site Professional Vendors: From foam parties and bounce houses to specialized workshops, the best entertainment comes directly to our camp.
Local Walking Trips: We stay connected to our neighborhood with walking excursions to local venues and parks.
Specialty Dress-Up Days: Every week features a new theme—from Superhero Day to Hawaiian Luaus!
🗓️ 10 Weeks of Epic Themes
Each week features a unique curriculum designed to keep campers engaged all summer long:
Week 1
Rule Breakers & Game Makers: Artistic Innovation
Week 2
Quest Builders: Strategic Gaming
Week 3
Showstoppers: We've Got Game!
Week 4
Trailblazers: The Great Outdoors
Week 5
Code Quest: The Tech Trials
Week 6
The Great Build Off: Engineering & Design
Week 7
Game On! The Ultimate Play Challenge
Week 8
Culinary Showdown: Flavor Playoffs
Week 9
Mind Masters: Puzzle Playoffs
Week 10
The Grand Finale: Playbook Championship
Space is limited and filling fast! Give your child a summer of variety and give yourself the peace of mind that comes with the YMCA.
🏫 Contact us for more details: Christian Martinez, Cmartinez@ymcaoc.org, 949 360 1427
👉 Register Today: ymcaoc.org/summer
We can't wait to see you in the winner's circle!
First 5 OC, Profathering15
ProFathering15™ is an online learning experience made just for dads!
Fathers may access ProFathering15 from any mobile device or tablet, anytime.
They will learn about 15 topics, 15 minutes each.
Available at no cost by First 5 OC and National Fatherhood Initiative.
For more information, please see our F5OC ProFathering15 flyer.
ProFathering15™ es una experiencia de aprendizaje solo para papás! Acceda a ProFathering15 desde cualquier dispositivo móvil o tableta, en cualquier momento. 15 temas. 15 minutos cada uno.
Disponible sin costo gracias a First 5 OC y National Fatherhood Initiative.
Para obtener más información, consulte nuestro F5OC ProFathering15 folleto.
Food & Nutrition
Meals are free for all students this school year. Education Benefit Forms
(formerly known as meal applications) are still VERY important!
Apply Today: SchoolCafe.com/CapoUSD or call 949-234-9509
Interactive menus with allergens, pictures, and nutrition information can also be found on our website capistrano.healtheliving.net
Absence Calls
Absence Calls
Don't forget to notify us when your student is absent:
949-360-9001 [main line, option 2]
(949) 643-0244 (attendance)
We must verify the reason for all absences within 72 hours or your student will be marked unexcused. Thank you!
sms text messaging opt-in
The District utilizes the SchoolMessenger system to deliver text messages with important information about events, school closings, and emergency notifications. It is important for your mobile phone numbers to be listed in the Aeries portal. To receive text message updates, you need to opt-in to text messages by sending a text message of “Y” or “Yes” to the District short-code number 67587 from the mobile number that is listed in Aeries.
Adding a mobile number to Aeries Parent Portal
Login to the Aeries Parent Portal- https://portal.capousd.org/ParentPortal/LoginParent.aspx
In Aeries, click on “Student Info” on the horizontal navigation menu, then click “Contacts.”
Click on the pencil icon next to the name of the contact you want to edit or the Add button to add a new contact.
Enter the mobile phone number in the “Mobile Phone” section and click Save.
E-Bicycle Permit
Reminder that if you ride an e-bicycle or bicycle to school, you must receive a permit by completing the application here:
CUSD E-Bicycle/Bicycle Districtwide Safety Program
Please review our guidelines here: CUSD E-Bicycle/Bicycle Safety Introduction
Spanish Versions:
Campus reminders
Campus reminders
Dogs are not allowed on campus. Please leave your furry friends at home! 🐾
Parking lot etiquette: Review Here
On November 19, 2025, the Board of Trustees approved BP 5131.8 on Mobile Communication Devices. This policy applies to grades TK through 8 and requires all cell phones and smart watches to remain off during the school day. For your records, please see BP 5131.8.
Oak Grove Elementary School
22705 Sanborn
Aliso Viejo, CA
949-360-9001
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