Christensen Cougars will be creative, collaborative,
critical thinkers, and citizens of character
in an ever-changing community.

Please join us on Wednesday, May 23, for the CMS Open House and Family Night.  For more information, please check HERE .

Mark your calendars! CMS PTA is hosting a Pasta Feed Dinner Fundraiser at Open House, May 23rd. Join us before or after visiting classrooms and enjoy a showcase of our elective programs, prizes, and ...more

At the April 24th Board Meeting the 2012-2013 School Year Calendar was approved.  All elementary schools will now follow one calendar. 

2012 - 2013 School Year Calendar
2012 - 2013 Calendario de los Estudantes

Many companies offer Matching Donation Programs for employees. It’s like a matching 401K for donations! PG&E recently launched their Community Investment Program which contributed $19 million in 2010 ...more

Do you need help in math?  On-line video help is now available at the Hotmath.com website.  Click on the Math Resources Quick Link or click HERE for more information.  A big thank you to Mrs. Schlichter, a former Mendenhall teacher, and the district office for making these resources available to our students.

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2012 ROTARY EDUCATORS OF THE YEAR
Click HERE for the complete list.

LVJUSD APPOINTS NEW ADMINISTRATORS
Congratulations to Amy Robbins who has been appointed the Director of Curriculum and Special Projects along with five new principals; Alberto Solorzano, Gregg Elliott, Laura Lembo, Patricia Avilla and Joshua Swerdlow. Read the Press Release

BUSINESS LEADERS HONORED FOR THEIR SUPPORT 
Students and educators honored business and industry partners at the recent Tri Valley Educational Collaborative (TEC) event where they were recognized for their support and contributions to Career Technical Education Programs. Press Release

LVEF REACH FOR THE STARS RAISES $42,000
On April 15 Livermore Valley Education Foundation's "Reach for the Stars Showcase" raised $42,000 to fund arts education in Livermore schools. Read more...  Video of each performance is available by clicking HERE. 

VIDEO OF LVEF REACH FOR THE STARS SHOWCASE 2012
Video of each performance of this year's Livermore Valley Education Foundation "Reach for the Stars Showcase" is now posted and available by clicking HERE.

AMGEN TOUR OF CALIFORNIA AUCTION & PHOTO CO
Bid on coveted Amgen Tour of California items at this on-line auction with proceeds to benefit Livermore Schools. Join the Stage 3 Finish Bike Race Photo Contest by May 9. For those 18 and under registration is free. More Info

May
16       Orchestra/Choir Concert, 7 p.m. Gym
16       PTA Meeting, 7 p.m., Library
19       PTA Bingo Night, Bingo Ranch
23       Open House
25       All Library Books Due Today
25       Talent Show, 7 p.m., MPR
28       Memorial Day, No School

June
4         Regular Bell Schedule
4         8th Grade Great America Trip
4         6th and 7th Grade Awards
           Assemblies
5         Regular Bell Schedule
6         Wednesday Bell Schedule
7         Last Day of School
7         12:25 Dismissal
7         8th Grade Promotion, 6 p.m.,
           Quad
9         Livermore Rodeo Parade,
           Downtown
16       PTA Bingo Night, Bingo Ranch

Please remember to call in an absence to the attendance line, 925-606-4702, ext. 2.

Students who have perfect attendance (no absences and no tardies) will receive a perfect attendance award at the end of the school year.

The Associated Student Body (ASB) magazine fundraiser is a year-round opportunity for families and friends to support the ASB. We will use the proceeds to sponsor student social activities, student ...more

To support the programs and teachers at CMS, the PTA is looking to the community to bring in funds. We have the unique opportunity to earn 50% of the proceeds from given nights at the Bingo Ranch. We ...more

This summer you can help CMS earn cash rewards each time you dine at Beeb's Sports Grill. They will donate 10% of your guest check to CMS each time you dine at Beeb's and mention the CMS school ...more

School Loop is an exciting tool for communicating with all members of the learning community.  It is a web-based service that provides a direct link to published class assignments, students’ grades, and other school information.  If you have not already done so, please register.  All registered members will receive periodic emails providing them with specific information relating to their student and the school.