CORNELL CHRONICLE 8/21/26

CORNELL CHRONICLE August 21, 2026 Cornell strives to support a safe and secure learning environment that treats all students with dignity, respect, and high expectations.

Regular Weekly Schedule

TK & Kindergarten: 8:30-1:30 (Monday - Friday)

1st - 5th grades: 8:30-3:05 (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday)

Wednesdays for 1st - 5th grades: 8:30-1:45

Dear Coyote Families, 

Thanks for another great week! It’s been a delight to get to know your children. In most classrooms, routines have been established and everyone has gotten to know each other, and now students are diving into beginning of the year assessments and academic lessons. I’m excited for all the learning and growth your children will experience this year.

On Thursday August 27, 6-7pm we will host our annual Back to School Night. Please gather at the blue tables at 6:00. This is an important opportunity for parents and caregivers to meet your child’s teacher, learn about the class schedule, routines, and expectations, and find out how you can get involved and support your child’s learning this year. Parents and caregivers representing Parent Engagement and Affinity Groups will be available before 6:00 to chat and answer questions, so please try to arrive a few minutes early.  

The PTA is sponsoring childcare during Back to School Night. Complete this form: https://forms.gle/xoTkUp2Pohh3iHAb7 to secure your spot today. Pizza will be provided for dinner. Limited Space is available, sign up today! Again, this is an adults-only event. Children must either attend childcare in the MPR or stay home.

Thanks for helping us make Back to School Night a success!

Reminders for families that drive to school:

• Students should be dropped off along the passenger loading zones on Cornell Ave. and Talbot Ave. These loading zones are for active passenger loading/unloading only. Vehicles should not be left unattended in these zones.

• Never drop off children on the opposite side of the street from the school. Northbound drivers use Cornell Ave; southbound drivers use Talbot Ave.

• Never allow your child to exit a car that is stopped in traffic or parked illegally.

• Never turn around mid-block.

Please help us keep your children safe!

Finally, if you send a home lunch to school with your child, please remind them that we do not share food at school. Every child should eat their own lunch. In addition, we ask for your partnership in sending healthy food to school with your child, to help them maintain their energy and focus for learning. And please remember that candy is not allowed in AUSD schools.

Warmly,

Jen

Back to School Night - Childcare:

There are just a few spots left for back to school childcare. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/xoTkUp2Pohh3iHAb7

Cornell PTA Association Meeting!

Thursday, September 3rd from 6-7:30pm in the Cornell MPR or on Zoom (link to follow). Please come join us to support our amazing school!

Join us for Cornell's annual ice cream social!

Friday September 11th from 5pm-7pm in the Cornell MPR, our wonderful teachers will be scooping ice cream! Dairy-free and gluten-free options will be available. Come enjoy a free ice cream cone funded by the PTA! Volunteers needed to make this event a success, please sign up 

This is a relaxed, fun way to connect with other Cornell families—kids can show off their garden work, dig in the dirt, water plants, or just play on the yard.  Sundays in the garden are usually the 1st Sunday of each month. 

Superintendent's Community Update

Community Update from the Superintendent –  Monday, August 10

Please visit the Cornell website for general information. 

OFFICE HOURS 

Office Hours: 8:15am – 3:30pm

Office Phone: (510) 558-3700

Email: Sui-Ling (sangelidis@ausdk12.org), or Margaret (mglendening@ausdk12.org)

LINK TO 2026-27 AUSD SCHOOL CALENDAR

LINK TO BOARD OF EDUCATION MEMBERS