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				<title><![CDATA[Last Chance for Early Bird Pricing: Run for the Ranch 5K & Community Resource Fair]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Last chance to save on the Run for the Ranch 5K! Early bird pricing ends April 30. Join us May 16 at El Rancho High School for a 5K, kids run, live music, and a community resource fair. Don’t miss out—register today.
 ¡Última oportunidad para ahorrar en el Run for the Ranch 5K! El precio de preventa termina el 30 de abril. Acompáñenos el 16 de mayo en El Rancho High School para una carrera 5K, carrera para niños, música en vivo y una feria de recursos para la comunidad. No se lo pierda—regístrese hoy.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 13:40:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Run for the Ranch 5K & Community Resource Fair]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us on May 16 for the Run for the Ranch 5K at El Rancho High School. Enjoy a kids run, live music, and a community resource fair. All fitness levels are welcome. Register early to save on your entry and be part of the fun!

Acompáñenos el 16 de mayo para Run for the Ranch 5K en El Rancho High School. Habrá una carrera para niños, música y una feria de recursos para la comunidad. Todos son bienvenidos. Regístrese temprano para ahorrar en su inscripción y ser parte de la diversión.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:05:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Preschool Enrollment Opens April 15]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Enrollment for ERUSD Preschool begins April 15. Families with children ages 2.5 to 4 are encouraged to apply. Our Early Learning program offers a hands-on, play-based approach that supports each child’s growth in a caring and welcoming environment.

La registración para el preescolar de ERUSD comienza el 15 de abril. Se invita a las familias con niños de 2.5 a 4 años a enviar su solicitud. Nuestro programa de aprendizaje temprano ofrece actividades prácticas y aprendizaje a través del juego que apoya el desarrollo de cada niño en un ambiente seguro y positivo.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 08:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Join Us for Family Connect 2026! ¡Acompáñenos en Family Connect 2026!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[A day of learning, connection, and support for ERUSD families.
Un día de aprendizaje, conexión y apoyo para las familias de ERUSD.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 15:32:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Register Today!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Kindergarten Roundup only for siblings of students already enrolled at their school of choice is happening until March 29th. If your Kindergarten child is eager to join their older sibling(s), register TODAY! Set your child on the path to academic success. Call 562-801-7380 for more info!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Mar 2024 08:56:48 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Share Your Voice / Comparta su opinión: 2026 ERUSD LCAP Parent Survey]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Families are invited to complete the 2026 ERUSD LCAP Parent Survey. Your feedback helps guide decisions that support student learning, programs, and services across the district. Scan the QR code or click the link to participate. Survey closes March 20, 2026.

Las familias están invitadas a completar la Encuesta de Padres del LCAP 2026 de ERUSD. Sus comentarios ayudan a orientar decisiones que apoyan el aprendizaje estudiantil, los programas y los servicios en todo el distrito. Escanee el código QR o haga clic en el enlace para completar la encuesta. La encuesta cierra el 20 de marzo de 2026.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 17:24:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Reading Opens the World - Community Fair]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 15 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[El Rancho Unified School District Community Resource Fair]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[🎉 Get ready for a day filled with workshops, raffles, food, entertainment and community resources at the El Rancho Unified School District Community Resource Fair on Saturday, May 18th starting at 9am! Don't miss out on this amazing event - see you there!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 09 Apr 2024 08:57:39 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Facilities Planning]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2023 17:33:05 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dr. Lara Address for Back to School Night 2022]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 31 Aug 2022 18:32:03 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Valencia's Innovation Lab 2021-2022]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please enjoy student work done in the Innovation Lab this year!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2022 14:14:47 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Día de los Muertos Virtual Choir and Art Exhibit 2021]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Visit any of our classrooms to see our students' beautiful Día de los Muertos artwork!!!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Nov 2021 18:15:30 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Into Health Fair]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The El Rancho Unified School District will be hosting its 4th annual Spring Into Health Fair on Saturday, May 3, 2014 from 9 am to 1 pm at the El Rancho Education Center, 9426 Marjorie Street, Pico Rivera. 

Vendors will be present to assist in promoting health awareness, free health screenings, free immunizations for children ages 5 to 19 as well as providing information on Covered California - California's new affordable health coverage exchange. The community will have the opportunity to enjoy games for the children, participate in raffles and enjoy live entertainment.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2014 10:38:07 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[April Breakfast and Lunch Menus]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2014 10:36:04 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SDC, TK, and Kinder Preview Aug 8 and 9]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please join us in person at our PreK-TK-Kinder Preview on the following dates at Valencia Academy of the Arts!

Our teachers will give you information prior to your first day of school (Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2022 15:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Site Council Meeting 5/19/21 @ 3:15 pm (CLICK HERE)]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/1301338</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Click on the following link to attend our School Site Council Meeting on May 19, 2021 @ 3:15 pm.

Meeting ID: 881 2056 3296
Passcode: 8yA4Rx70]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 May 2022 18:25:14 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Back to School Night 2021-2022]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/1481642</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 22 Aug 2021 15:48:36 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PreK SDC/TK/Kinder Preview 8/10/21 @ 6:00 pm]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/1474762</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Prek SDC, TK, and Kinder parents please join us for a preview of your school!!!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Aug 2021 18:04:37 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[AR and Sight Words Parent Workshop (TK - 2nd) March 11, 5:30 pm CLICK HERE]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/1402461</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please join Mrs. Barajas and Mrs. Ziola and learn more about how you can help your child with AR and sight words!  Please type password: BOLTS]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2021 15:51:30 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mindfulness Parent Workshop March 10 @ 5:00 pm (CLICK HERE)]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mindfulness has many proven wellness benefits including reducing stress, anxiety and depression, and improving concentration. Research also shows that mindfulness develops our emotional intelligence as we relate to others and ourselves. Not only do these practices produce a state of deep relaxation and a calm mind, they carry over into daily life, offering us more choice in how we respond to life’s challenges. Join us and learn some of these helpful skills! Offered in Spanish and English------------------------------------La práctica de mindfulness aporta muchos beneficios de salud, entre ellos: reduce el estrés, la ansiedad y la depresión, y mejora nuestra capacidad de concentración. Estudios demuestran que mindfulness desarrolla nuestra inteligencia emocional, mientras que nos identificamos con los demas y con nosotros mismos. Estas practicas pueden producir un estado de relajamiento profundo y una mente tranquila en la vida cotidiana, ofreciendonos mas elección en como respondemos a los retos diarios. Los invitamos para aprender estas destrezas practicas.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2021 12:54:30 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Cafecito with the Principal 2/25/21 @ 9:30 am via ZOOM]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/1392661</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us for upcoming events and questions about Valencia on Thursday, 2/25/21 @ 9:30 am!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 22 Feb 2021 16:12:42 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Materials Distribution 2/18 and 2/19]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/1375692</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2021 09:56:59 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Valencia Christmas Spirit Week 2020]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us in our Christmas Spirit Week December 14 to December 18!

¡Participen en nuestra Semana del Espíritu Navideña el 14 de diciembre al 14 de diciembre!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2020 13:13:57 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome Back 2020-2021]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Welcome back parents!  Please read the following letter for information regarding our 2020-2021 school year!  All classes will be online starting August 24!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2020 18:28:11 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Open House/PTA Dinner]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Valencia families, please visit Valencia's Open House this Thursday, March 27th from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. This is an opportunity to view all the great work your child is doing here at school. PTA will be selling pizza dinner starting at 4:00 p.m. Dinner consist of 1 slice of pizza, salad and a drink for $5.00 they will also be having churros and coffee for $1.00 each. Please come early and support our PTA.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2014 15:56:21 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Fundraiser ]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/367004</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We invite you to participate in our Helen Grace Chocolates
Fundraiser.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Mar 2014 09:07:28 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Generation 1st Degree- Learn What It Takes To Get Into the College of Your Dreams]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/362014</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Generation 1st Degree Pico Rivera will host a FREE workshop for Pico Rivera families . . . . Beyond the Basics for Hispanic Students: Getting the competitive edge for college success. Learn what it takes to get into the college of your dreams.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2014 13:29:47 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[March Lunch Schedule]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/360926</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2014 10:01:53 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[March Breakfast Schedule]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/360925</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2014 10:01:22 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/359933</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Learn strategies to help your child develop their literacy skills and mathematical reasoning on 2/20/14]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2014 11:21:49 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[El Rancho High School Newspaper]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please see the link below for the most recent edition of El Rancho High School's student newspaper, El Rodeo.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2014 11:38:39 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Message from Superintendent Mr. Galindo]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[In an effort to keep everyone informed about the District's financial status, updates will periodically be posted to our web site. You can access the latest information from the link below.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2014 10:43:24 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[February Lunch Menu]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/353013</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2014 14:25:30 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[February Breakfast Menu]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2014 14:25:05 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Agenda Online]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[El Rancho Unified is now using Agenda Online for Board of Education meetings. To view the agenda, click the link below.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2014 10:45:43 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[January Lunch and Breakfast Menus ]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/349273</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Jan 2014 12:19:43 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Important Change to  2013-14 School Calendar]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/349200</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please note that Monday, February 10, 2014 will now be an instructional day for all students in the El Rancho Unified School District including Valencia Elementary. This action is a result of restoration of furlough days. ALL STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO ATTEND CLASS ON THAT DAY.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Jan 2014 12:31:59 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winter Break : December 16, 2013- January 3, 2014]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/346954</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Warm wishes for a happy holiday season to all our Valencia School Families. We will see you all when we return to school on Monday, January 6, 2014. 

¡Feliz Navivad y prospero año nuevo a todas las familias de la escuela Valencia! Regresaremos  a la escuela el lunes 6 de enero de 2014.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jan 2014 08:47:42 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Pico Rivera Library Grand Opening Dedication]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Supervisor Gloria Molina, City of Pico Rivera Mayor and City Council and the Los Angeles County Public Library will host a grand opening dedication and ribbon cutting ceremony for the Pico Rivera Library.

When: Saturday, December 14, 2013
Time: 10:00 am
Where: 9001 Mines Avenue, Pico Rivera

Family entertainment, activities for children and teens, musical performances, Friends of the Pico Rivera Library book sale and more.

For more information, please contact (323) 722-5621 or colapublib.org]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Dec 2013 14:46:57 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kindergarten Christmas Performance]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/346091</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Valencia Kindergartners will be having a performance on Tues Dec 10th @ 6-7 in the cafeteria. There will also be an opportunity to take pictures with Santa before and after the performance. And the PTA will be offering food and beverages for purchase. Hope to see you there.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Dec 2013 11:45:03 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Breakfast and Lunch Menus]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/342549</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2013 10:13:43 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parents of Students in Special Education Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/342342</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Learn more about your role in the IEP process including components of an IEP, associated timelines, guidelines for goals, the assessment process and much more. 

When: Thursday, November 21, 2013 
Time: 10:30 am - 12:00 noon 
Where: Student Services Large Conference Room 

For further information, please contact Micki Webb at (562) 801-4814.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Nov 2013 12:54:50 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Renaissance Home Connect]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/337165</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Renaissance Place at Valencia has a new great feature which helps parents be more hands on with their child's academic progress.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2013 21:05:50 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Halloween-Oct 31st]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/336950</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students may wear black, orange, purple or a Halloween themed t-shirt. Students are not to wear costumes to school.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2013 11:59:32 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spooky Story Night]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/336945</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Wednesday, Oct 30th from 6pm-7pm., there will be live readings of spooky stories.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2013 19:31:46 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Technology Plan Survey For Parents]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/336944</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The El Rancho Unified School District is in the process of developing our district technology plan for 2014-2017. The development of the plan includes gathering critical input from parents. If you would like to participate by completing a brief survey, please click on the link below. The deadline for completion of the survey is October 30th. We appreciate your input as we seek to develop the best technology plan for our district.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2013 20:15:02 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PTA Meeting 10-17 @ 8:40- 9:40 am]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/332548</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Oct 2013 10:45:27 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PTA Membership Drive]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/332337</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join Us and help support Valencia Elementary for our PTA Drive from Oct 28th - Nov 8th. Let's make this a year to remember.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 09 Oct 2013 13:13:44 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/332311</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Valencia Elementary will be hosting a parent workshop on, College Readiness and the Common Core Standards: A Roadmap to Student Success on Oct 17th @ 5:30 PM- 6:45 PM.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 09 Oct 2013 12:36:36 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Homework Notice]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/332304</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[At Valencia Elementary we believe homework is important because it helps students make the most of their experience in school. Please read our news letter to learn how to make the most of your child's educational experience.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 09 Oct 2013 12:41:16 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Back to School Night]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/327040</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Welcome back families and friends. We will be hosting our Back to School Night on Tues. Sept. 17th @ 5:30- 7. The Valencia staff looks forward to meeting and greeting all of you.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Sep 2013 13:52:05 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PTA Meeting 9-12]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/325860</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Valencia Elementary School would like all parents to join us for the first official PTA meeting of the year @ 8:30 in the cafeteria on 9-12. This meeting will be a great opportunity to hear about the upcoming year, and will have guest appearances by the new Superintendent, Martin Galindo, and Officer Gomez from Safety and Healthy Schools. We hope to see you there.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Sep 2013 20:49:25 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Transitional Kindergarten Information]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/324824</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Sep 2013 14:15:18 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2012-13 El Rancho Info and Achievements]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/323369</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Highlights of the past school year for El Rancho Unified School District.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Aug 2013 11:26:01 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[First Modified Day Wednesday - August 28, 2013]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/322422</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The first Modified Day of the 2013-14 school year will be on Wednesday, August 28th. Please remember that all Wednesdays for the remainder of the school year will be modified and students will have an early dismissal time. Please check the school calendar link for the dismissal time for your child.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 25 Aug 2013 21:12:50 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Important Message for School Start and Dismissal]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/320947</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please remember that students arriving by car in the morning should be dropped off at Gate 2, on the side of the school cafeteria along our service driveway. Students who walk to school may enter at Gate 1 in the front of the school or through the school office after 7:45 a.m. Grade 1-5 students picked up by car at dismissal time will reunite with their parent or guardian at Gate 3. Grade 1-5 Students who walk home will be dismissed at Gate 1. Special Note: All Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten students are to be picked up at Gate 2 only. Thank you in advance keeping our student's safety as your highest priority as you drive near our school. Please respect all traffic laws and refrain from blocking our neighbor's driveways at anytime. Thank you.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Aug 2013 22:55:08 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Student Class Assignments for the 2013-14 School Year]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/320946</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Class assignments for the 2013-14 school year will be posted outside the school office after 4:00 p.m. on Monday, August 19th.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Aug 2013 22:43:03 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Attention Parents of 2013-14 Incoming Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten Students]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/320945</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please join us  at Valencia Elementary for a very special Kindergarten Orientation Preview event on the evening of Tuesday, August 20th at 6:00 p.m. You and your child will have an opportunity to learn more about our school and meet your child's teacher for their exciting first year of school. More information will be forthcoming.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Aug 2013 22:41:19 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Summer Reading Program 2013]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/315393</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please join us with your family and friends at The Pico Rivera Express Library for the summer reading program 2013. Starting Saturday, June 15th and continuing through Saturday, August 10th. Offering kids a chance to maintain their reading skills over the summer and prepare them for the upcoming school year.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Jun 2013 22:47:26 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Chuck E. Cheese, May 1, 2013 Fundraiser]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/308028</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please join the Valencia Elementary Family for a wonderful opportunity to have fun and help raise funds for our school. Please plan your family outing to Chuck E. Cheese located at 6005 Rosemead Blvd., for Wednesday, May 1st between 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Chuck E. Cheese will donate 15% of all sales between 3:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. to Valencia Elementary. We look forward to seeing you there and to turning fun into funds! Thank you]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2013 14:13:16 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/306522</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Learning strategies to get your kids excited about math!
Please join us on Thursday, April 25, 2013 at Valencia Auditorium from 6:00 pm-7:00 pm Light refreshment for parents will  be served. We will also be having Gift certificates and raffles for parents who attend.
Childcare and snack will be provided for Valencia students.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2013 09:38:01 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Open House/PTA Dinner]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/301411</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Valencia families, please visit Valencia's Open House this Wednesday, March 28th from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. This is an opportunity to view all the great work your child is doing here at school. PTA will be selling dinner starting at 4:30 p.m. Dinner consist of 1 slice of pizza, salad and a drink for $3.50 they will also be having churros for $1.00 Please come early and support our PTA.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2013 09:03:47 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Generation First Degree Pico Rivera - Wednesday, March 13]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/299085</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[What families need to know to send their children to college. Free Parent Workshop at El Rancho High School (in the new gym). 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 11 Mar 2013 10:44:49 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Read Week at Valencia]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/299074</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Help us celebrate Valencia's Read Week! Tuesday, March 12 - "Get Mixed Up in a Good Book" Day. Wear bright, mixed-up or mismatched clothes/outfits Tuesday. Wednesday, March 13 - "Green Eggs and Ham" Day. Wear green Wednesday. Thursday, March 14 - "Run Into A Good Book" Day. Wear running shoes and athletic or jogging outfits Thursday.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 11 Mar 2013 10:16:49 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Fundraiser Kickoff]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/294927</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please help us raise funds for Valencia Elementary by participating in our Spring Fundraiser! Orders due Friday, March 1, 2013. Thank you for your continued support!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 19 Feb 2013 16:27:58 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Chuck E. Cheese January 16th Fundraiser]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/288137</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please join the Valencia Elementary Family for a wonderful opportunity to have fun and help raise funds for our school! Please plan your family outing  to Chuck E. Cheese located at  6005 Rosemead Blvd.,  for Wednesday January 16th between 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Chuck E. Cheese will donate 15% of all sales between 3:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. to Valencia Elementary. We look forward to seeing you there and to turning fun into funds!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jan 2013 18:02:38 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Talking to Children About Violence: Tips for Parents and Teachers]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/286024</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 06 Jan 2013 13:13:01 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Warm Holiday Wishes]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/284853</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Valencia Elementary School staff wishes all of our Valencia families a safe and warm holiday season and a happy new year! School will resume on Monday, January 7, 2013.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Dec 2012 17:25:45 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Important Update]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/284852</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please see the El Rancho Unified School District  Superintendent's Message on the District homepage for an important and timely update on school and campus security including a link to the ERUSD Parent Emergency Brochure.

Por favor, consulte mensaje de  del superintendente en la página web del Distrito para informacion importante sobre la escuela y la seguridad  que incluye un enlace al folleto de Emergencia para los Padres.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Dec 2012 17:22:43 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Valencia Elementary Winter Celebration and Fundraiser]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/282365</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please plan to join us for the annual Kindergarten Recital on Thursday, December 6th at 6:00 pm for an evening of music and holiday celebration. Your family will also be able to take a photo with Santa Claus starting at 5:00 p.m. One picture will cost $3.00 or you can buy two photos for $5.00. Pictures will be ready at school the following week. The funds raised from the photo fundraiser will be used to help pay for the kindergarten field trip. 

The Valencia Elementary PTA is also having a Winter Fundraiser Dinner before the Kindergarten Recital! Come early and enjoy a festive tamale dinner with  your family before the show and help support our school. 

When:  Thursday, December 6th 2012
Time:     4:30 p.m.
Prices:  $3.50 (One tamale dinner with rice and beans), $5.00 (Two tamale dinner with rice and beans), $1.00 (Coffee, hot cocoa, soda or water).]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Dec 2012 17:59:15 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Holiday Updates]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/281802</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Valencia Elementary is currently holding the annual Holiday Canned Food Drive. Please plan to participate by donating non-perishable food items to school. The Valencia PTA will also be holding its annual Holiday Boutique from December 3rd through December 7th. All items and crafts will be priced from $3.00 to $5.00. Both events will provide an opportunity to celebrate the season and a chance to support our school! 
Finally, please plan to attend our Holiday Program featuring our wonderful kindergarten classrooms. Pictures with Santa and snacks will be among the fundraising activities available on Thursday,  December 6th. Please join us for an evening of cheer and Lightning Bolt spirit!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 02 Dec 2012 23:12:13 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spooky Story Night and the Valencia Book Fair October 29- November 2]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/275620</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The joy of reading and storytelling is coming to Valencia Elementary the week of October 29th! Students will have the opportunity to purchase books and win prizes throughout the week during our fall Book Fair. The Book Fair will also be open during Spooky Story Night on Tuesday, the evening of October 30th beginning at 6:00 p.m.   Please plan to come and enjoy an evening of costumes and amazing tales! Please remember students can wear their Halloween costumes on Spooky Story Night, but not to school on Halloween on Wednesday October 31st. On Halloween Day students can show school spirit by wearing Halloween colors; orange, green and purple.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 28 Oct 2012 21:25:32 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Box Tops for Valencia]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Valencia Elementary is a proud participant in the Box Tops for Education program. We all shop for groceries, sometimes two or three times a week –- or more. Now we can turn those shopping trips into support for our school, and encourage friends to do the same! Just look for the Box Tops logo on hundreds of products  in almost every aisle of the store. All you need to do is clip and send them to your school with your child and turn them into our school library. Thank you for helping our school!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 28 Oct 2012 21:09:02 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fresh & Easy Fundraiser ]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please help our school raise funds by turning in your receipts from ANY Fresh & Easy store in California. Each receipt must have a minimum purchase of $20.00 in order for Valencia to get funds. For every $20.00 spent, the school receives $1.00. We have 2 boxes available for dropping your receipts, one in the office and another at the REACH sign-out table. Thank you for your continued support!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 28 Oct 2012 20:56:43 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RED RIBBON WEEK: OCTOBER 22-26, 2012]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Lightning Bolts! Show your school spirit and participate in Red Ribbon Week Activities! Say No to Drugs through the Pillars of Character Counts. Please click on this story above for more information on this important week.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 21 Oct 2012 22:26:11 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Minimum Day]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Friday, September 21, 2012 is a Minimum Day.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Sep 2012 14:13:38 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA["Bag of Books" Kindergarten & Transitional Kinder Event]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents of students in Kindergarten and Transitional Kindergarten are invited to attend Valencia's "Bag of Books" Event this Friday, September 21, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. in the cafeteria. Each Valencia Elementary Kinder/TK student will receive a bag of books on behalf of The Gilbert and Jacki Cisneros Foundation.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Sep 2012 11:14:50 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Back to School Night]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Just a reminder that Back to School Night will be held on Tuesday, September 18th. A PTA Fundraiser Dinner will begin at 4:30 p.m., prior to the Back to School Night event which will commence at approximately 5:00 p.m. with an opening assembly followed by classroom presentations. Hope to see you there!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Sep 2012 18:58:28 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome Back Lightning Bolts!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[We hope you had a relaxing and adventure-filled summer. The Valencia Elementary staff is looking forward to meeting our new and returning scholars! The first day of school is Wednesday, August 22nd.  Please check the 2012-13 Bell Schedule under the Students tab for class start times. Students who walk to school may enter and exit through Gate 1 located at the front of the school. Students who arrive by car are to be dropped off at Gate 2. Please turn left into the school parking lot driveway and proceed to the Gate 2 drop-off zone located behind the cafeteria.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Aug 2012 19:48:50 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Summer Is Here!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Valencia staff wishes all of you a relaxing and fun summer!  Remember, boys and girls, to continue your reading.  Our school office will be open through July 3rd.  The first day of school will be Wednesday, August 22, 2012.  Thank you for a wonderful year!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:21:37 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kinder Registration Continues]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[We will continue to take kinder registrations throughout this summer.  We are pleased to share that we will be offering a full day kinder program next school year.  If you have any questions, please contact our school office at (562) 801-5079.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jun 2012 11:31:04 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Valencia Wins District Attendance Award Again!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you again for your support in bringing the students to school each and every day.  This past month we increased our perfect attendance rate to 97.5%!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Jun 2012 09:35:37 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Valencia Wins District Perfect Attendance Award!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you, Valencia Parents and families, for supporting our efforts in improving daily student attendance.  For the month of April, 97% of our Lightning Bolts had perfect attendance-- the highest district average! Help us meet the challenge of keeping the award at our school for the months of May and June.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 14:55:36 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School News Roll Call May 2012]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read all about the wonderful accomplishments being made by El Rancho Unified students!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 14:32:46 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School News Roll Call March 2012]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our second issue of El Rancho Unified School District’s School News Roll Call is now Online!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 21 Mar 2012 15:02:35 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Valencia Celebrates Read Across America Week!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[See our photo album for all the fun!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Mar 2012 16:10:45 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[District Benchmark Exam Week: Jan. 31 - Feb. 3, 2012]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Throughout this week our second - fifth grade students will be taking their ERUSD Benchmark Exams in Language Arts and Math.  Please be sure students are well rested, eat a good breakfast, and attend school each day and are punctual.   Thank you for your support!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:58:29 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Family Fun Nights]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Many thank to those who attended our Board Game Family Fun Night.  We listened to great music and enjoyed popcorn, pretzels, and lemonade.  Hope to see all of you at our next event!  See our Photo Gallery for pictures of all the fun.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 09:36:04 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Valencia Celebrates the Holidays!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Valencia Staff wishes everyone a wonderful holiday season.  Please see our photo gallery for a peek at our holiday festivities. See you in 2012!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 08:34:09 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[The Children's Burn Foundation Presents Fire Safety]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[See pictures in our photo gallery!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2011 12:15:29 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Valencia earns $550.00 during Chuck E. Cheese Fundraiser!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you to everyone who supported this school event.  We all enjoyed fun and games at our newly remodeled Chuck E. Cheese.  Funds raised will go towards classroom instructional supplies.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2011 11:57:04 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Anti-Bullying Awareness Week Activities at Valencia.  See Photo Gallery.]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/226061</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 26 Nov 2011 15:33:49 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Congratulations to our newly appointed Student Council!]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Nov 2011 00:27:27 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PTA Canned Food Drive Continues]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Nov 2011 00:32:12 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Halloween - October 31st]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students may wear black, orange or a Halloween themed t-shirt. Students are not to wear costumes to school.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sat, 29 Oct 2011 13:08:10 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Valencia Celebrates Red Ribbon and Character Counts Week!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Visit our Photo Gallery for class "Words of Wisdom!"]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sat, 29 Oct 2011 12:47:59 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spooky Story Night Costume Winners!]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2011 12:17:32 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Arne Duncan, U.S. Secretary of Education, Visits El Rancho]]></title>
				<link>http://vaa.erusd.org/apps/news/article/219690</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2011 12:10:36 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Care Force One Mobile Health Clinic - October 18th]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The mobile health clinic will be available to provide free immunizations as well as physical exams for a nominal fee of $10.00.  Hours: 8:45 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Oct 2011 16:21:13 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fifth Graders in The Whittier Daily News!]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2011 13:12:11 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fifth Grade Participates in Junior/Senior Olympics]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Visit our Photo Gallery to peek in on the fun!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2011 00:55:55 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome to the New Valencia Elementary Website!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Check back often as we update our new site]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 04 Sep 2011 19:51:58 -0700</pubDate>
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