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Get Involved at CVE!
CVE PATA stands for Castro Valley Elementary Parent and Teacher Association!
We are volunteer CVE families and staff dedicated to enriching everyone’s CVE experience! We host family friendly events for students, organize fundraisers to fund school activities, create a student yearbook, and build strong relationships between parents, teachers, and staff.
We are a diverse group of CVE PATA members – from working parents, stay-at-home parents, helpful grandparents, guardians, teachers, school staff, etc. We are inclusive of our families, appreciative of our community, and most importantly, supportive of our CVE students!!
Why Join CVE's Comité de Padres Hispanos?
At Castro Valley Elementary, our Comité de Padres Hispanos is a welcoming space for Spanish-speaking families to come together, build community, and have a voice in shaping our school. This group meets regularly to discuss the needs and strengths of our Latino community, ensuring that our students and families feel seen, heard, and supported.
Together, we also plan meaningful cultural events such as our beloved Día de los Muertos celebration, CVE’s Posada, and many more opportunities to honor and uplift Latino traditions. Whether you are new to CVE or have been part of our school for years, we invite you to join us, share your ideas, and be part of the heart of our community. ¡Todos son bienvenidos!
Why Join CVE’s Black, African American, and Black Family Group?
At Castro Valley Elementary, our Black, African American, and Black Family Group is a space for families to come together in community, connection, and celebration. We center the experiences and voices of our Black students and families, working together to ensure they feel seen, valued, and empowered.
We focus on building strong relationships, creating a sense of belonging, and celebrating the brilliance of our Black students through events, storytelling, and cultural recognition.
We are proud to partner with Tyson Amir and Freedom Soul Media Education Initiative's BLACK Program, which supports our school in affirming Black identity, uplifting student voice, and deepening understanding of Black history and culture.
Whether you’re looking to connect with other families, share your voice, or help plan meaningful gatherings, we invite you to be part of this vibrant and supportive community. All are welcome!
Why Join CVE’s Chinese Discussion Group?
At Castro Valley Elementary, our Chinese Discussion Group is a welcoming space for families to connect, share, and support one another. We come together to discuss the needs, experiences, and hopes of our Chinese community, ensuring that all students and families feel included and understood.
This group also plays an important role in planning cultural celebrations, such as our Autumn Moon Festival and Lunar New Year, which help bring our school community together and honor the rich traditions of Chinese culture.
Whether you're new to CVE or have been part of our community for years, we invite you to join us in building a strong, inclusive, and culturally vibrant school. Everyone is welcome!
Other ways to get involved
The teachers, staff, and students appreciate every volunteer whether you chaperone a field trip, support students in the classroom or help with school activities. If you want to volunteer in any capacity, please arrange it with your child's teacher and make sure you have a Megan's Law Volunteer form on file in the office.
Click here to fill out the Volunteer form required to help during school hours/activities.
Below are additional ways to get involved with your child’s education and our school community:
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The School Site Council (SSC) serves as an advisory group for the Single Plan for Student Achievement. The council is comprised of parents and staff members with voting members equally divided between parents and staff. The SSC monitors the school plan, assesses needs, sets goals, evaluates progress and updates the plan. SSC meetings are held 5 times per year. Check CVE’s calendar and Bear Facts for upcoming meetings.
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Each school with 21 or more English learners, regardless of language, must form a functioning English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC). The purpose of ELAC is to advise the principal and school staff on programs and services for English learners. ELAC meetings are announced in advance and are held at least three times each year. Please refer to the school calendar for meeting dates.
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CVUSD maintains a District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) to advise on programs and services for EL students. This committee provides an opportunity for district-wide articulation and ensure consistency and coordination.The DELAC steering committee meets at least four times annually. For meeting dates and more information click here.