The Cutler-Orosi Family Education Center invites you to attend an important workshop focused on human trafficking awareness.
Learn:
✔️ What human trafficking is
✔️ How to identify warning signs
✔️ What actions to take if you suspect or know someone may be a victim
🗓 Date: January 22, 2026
⏰ Time: 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
📍 Location: 40802 Road 128, Orosi, CA 93647
🎤 Presenter: Monse Meza
Together, we can educate, protect, and support our community.
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Taller de Concientización sobre la Trata de Personas
El Centro Educativo Familiar de Cutler-Orosi te invita a participar en un importante taller sobre la concientización de la trata de personas.
Aprenderás:
✔️ Qué es la trata de personas
✔️ Cómo identificar las señales de alerta
✔️ Qué acciones tomar si sospechas o conoces a alguien que pueda ser víctima
🗓 Fecha: 22 de enero de 2026
⏰ Hora: 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
📍 Dirección: 40802 Road 128, Orosi, CA 93647
🎤 Presentadora: Monse Meza
Juntos podemos educar, proteger y apoyar a nuestra comunidad.


The Family Education Center challenges El Monte Middle School students to read 10 books in just 5 weeks!
📅 Starting tomorrow, Tuesday, January 20th, El Monte students can pick up their reading log at the school library.
📖 Read books & visit the library
✅ Complete the reading log and return it to the El Monte school library to earn 2 FREE tickets to a Fresno Grizzlies game!
⚾ Parker from the Fresno Grizzlies is Wild About Reading — and you can be too!
Let’s build strong readers and make reading FUN!
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¡Ya llegó el Reto de Lectura de El Monte Middle School!
El Centro de Educación Familiar reta a los estudiantes de El Monte Middle School a leer 10 libros en solo 5 semanas.
📅 A partir de mañana, martes 20 de enero, los estudiantes de El Monte pueden recoger su registro de lectura en la biblioteca de la escuela.
📖 Lean libros y visiten la biblioteca
✅ Completen el registro de lectura y entréguenlo en la biblioteca de El Monte para ganar 2 boletos GRATIS para un juego de los Fresno Grizzlies.
⚾ Parker de los Fresno Grizzlies está Loco por la Lectura — ¡y tú también puedes estarlo!
¡Fomentemos lectores fuertes y hagamos la lectura divertida!


This Week at El Monte







On January 22 at 5:00 PM, Orosi High School will host an “Incoming 9th Grade Parent/Guardian and Student Information Night.”
This is a very important, mandatory event for parents/guardians and students to attend as students prepare for 2026-2027 high school registration. Parents and students will be informed about high school expectations, pathways, academies, VAPA, AVID, and elective course options.
Please register your family for dinner for this event: https://forms.gle/mAcy4y9PT3eG7Fia6
The Cutler-Orosi Family Education Center invites you to attend an important workshop focused on human trafficking awareness.
Learn:
✔️ What human trafficking is
✔️ How to identify warning signs
✔️ What actions to take if you suspect or know someone may be a victim
🗓 Date: January 22, 2026
⏰ Time: 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
📍 Location: 40802 Road 128, Orosi, CA 93647
🎤 Presenter: Monse Meza
Together, we can educate, protect, and support our community.
_______________________________________________
Taller de Concientización sobre la Trata de Personas
El Centro Educativo Familiar de Cutler-Orosi te invita a participar en un importante taller sobre la concientización de la trata de personas.
Aprenderás:
✔️ Qué es la trata de personas
✔️ Cómo identificar las señales de alerta
✔️ Qué acciones tomar si sospechas o conoces a alguien que pueda ser víctima
🗓 Fecha: 22 de enero de 2026
⏰ Hora: 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
📍 Dirección: 40802 Road 128, Orosi, CA 93647
🎤 Presentadora: Monse Meza
Juntos podemos educar, proteger y apoyar a nuestra comunidad.


GROUP 1
Tuesday's game against Citrus has been rescheduled to February 5th.

8th-grade parents, this is a reminder that today is the Orosi High School Elective Roadshow. Due to the foggy day schedule, students will now walk to OHS at 1:15 PM. They will return to El Monte around 2:30 PM.
🏫 Leadership Matters | This January, we honor School Board Appreciation Month and the incredible impact our board members have on thousands of lives. Every decision, every late-night meeting, and every challenge faced is for our students, families, and community. Thank you for your heart of service. You are appreciated and valued. You make a difference. ✨


EAST OROSI RESOURCE FAIR | Connect with local organizations offering services and support for families and students. February 20 | 5:30 PM | Iglesia La Paz 13920 AVE 418


8th-grade Parents and Guardians, Orosi High School is so excited to welcome your student as they begin their journey to become Cardinals.
Please mark your calendar for the following important events:
🚶The Roadshow (For Students): On January 16th, students will participate in the 'Incoming 9th Grade Roadshow.' At 12:30 PM, students will walk over to the high school to tour classrooms, explore Career Pathways, and learn about graduation requirements. Students will return to El Monte around 2:30 PM.
✍🏻Mandatory Information Night: On January 22nd at 5:00 PM, OHS will be hosting a mandatory Parent Information Night in the OHS Gymnasium. This is a vital session where they will discuss registration for the 2026-2027 school year. Plus, if you register via the QR code, dinner will be provided for your family! (https://forms.gle/K9FMuSarGSeHLqR37)
🐦Future Cardinal Night: On January 27th from 5:30 to 7:00 PM, the entire community is invited to 'Future Cardinal Night.' Come out to the OHS Gym and Multi-Purpose Room to see the student ambassador showcase, meet with resource vendors, and even taste items from the Food Services menu.
🧑🏻🏫Counselor Visits: Finally, on February 4th, OHS high school counselors will visit El Monte Middle School to meet with students individually and help them finalize their course selections.
OHS can’t wait to meet the Class of 2030! If you have any questions, please call the OHS office at 559-528-4731. Dream big, work hard, and give back. Go Cardinals!







El Monte's Basketball Schedule
Basketball parents, attached is your student's schedule for this season. If there are any changes, we will notify you as soon as possible.

📢You’re Invited: PIQE Family Leadership Program📢
El Monte Middle School Principal Dr. Larissa Goosev warmly invites you to join our PIQE: Family Leadership Program starting this evening!
🗓️Date: Tuesday, 1/13
⏰Time: 6:00 PM
📍Location: Classroom #24
👶Childcare: Provided in Room #7
This program consists of 6-week sessions designed to empower families to lead in their student’s educational journey. Families will build leadership skills and strengthen family–school partnerships that support student progress and success.
We look forward to partnering with you and your family—all are welcome!


This Week at El Monte




El Monte:
Reminders for tomorrow:
-If you are dropping off items for a class party, please ask your student what period they need it for.
-Students are on early release. They are out at 1:35 PM.
-The office staff will be supervising the talent show from 1:00-1:35, so the office will be closed.
-Students return to school on January 12, 2026.
💻COJUSD: In today's digital world, computer skills matter more than ever! Join us for a chat with Superintendent Valdez about free resources and support available to COJUSD families. Let's navigate the digital world together! 📅 Sessions start in January! Contact the Family Education Center to register! 🔗 https://youtu.be/endr4odjlYM

