At Empire Union School District, we believe that learning opportunities extend beyond the classroom and that supporting our families is an important part of helping our school communities thrive!
Through our partnership with LearningQuest, we're excited to connect parents and caregivers with English as a Second Language (ESL) classes offered at Empire Elementary School! Whether you're just beginning to learn English or looking to continue building your language skills, this is a wonderful opportunity to learn, grow, and connect with others in our community.
Spring 2027 Program Information
Location: Empire Elementary School, 5201 1st St, Empire, CA 95319
Registration Dates: January 7 & 12, 2027
First Day of Classes: January 14, 2027
Interested in participating?: Families are encouraged to contact LearningQuest at (209) 281-6929 for more information about registration and class offerings. Please see the attached flyer and program calendar for additional details. We're grateful for community partners like LearningQuest who help us expand learning opportunities and support families throughout our district.
Through our partnership with LearningQuest, we're excited to connect parents and caregivers with English as a Second Language (ESL) classes offered at Empire Elementary School! Whether you're just beginning to learn English or looking to continue building your language skills, this is a wonderful opportunity to learn, grow, and connect with others in our community.
Spring 2027 Program Information
Location: Empire Elementary School, 5201 1st St, Empire, CA 95319
Registration Dates: January 7 & 12, 2027
First Day of Classes: January 14, 2027
Interested in participating?: Families are encouraged to contact LearningQuest at (209) 281-6929 for more information about registration and class offerings. Please see the attached flyer and program calendar for additional details. We're grateful for community partners like LearningQuest who help us expand learning opportunities and support families throughout our district.
Red Ribbon Week was a blast. We had several different spirit days- my favorite was character day. I spy, The Chipmunks, Angel with Stitch and some creepy clowns. Lots more were running around school.
At Stroud, we are excited for Halloween and Día de los Muertos, which are approaching soon. Lots of fun art has been in the classrooms to prepare.
Thriving Together with Gina Smith: Working Together for Student Success
We're excited to share our second Thriving Together feature! Through this series, EUSD staff and Board members share helpful tips, resources, and encouragement to support families and strengthen the connection between home and school.
This time, we're featuring Gina Smith, EUSD Board of Trustees Member! As a former EUSD student, educator, and parent, Gina shares a heartfelt message about the importance of family involvement and how working together can make a difference in our children's education.
Head to our News Feed below to watch Gina's video and hear her message to our EUSD families!
We're excited to share our second Thriving Together feature! Through this series, EUSD staff and Board members share helpful tips, resources, and encouragement to support families and strengthen the connection between home and school.
This time, we're featuring Gina Smith, EUSD Board of Trustees Member! As a former EUSD student, educator, and parent, Gina shares a heartfelt message about the importance of family involvement and how working together can make a difference in our children's education.
Head to our News Feed below to watch Gina's video and hear her message to our EUSD families!
Some people panic when they show up caught wearing the same thing! We Stroud Stars get excited and ask for our photo taken! How cute are these college shirts, and what a coincidence that these styling girls are all in black.
Celebrating National School Lunch Week
October 12 - 18, 2026
October 12 - 18, 2026
Celebrating National School Administrators Week
October 12 - 18, 2026
October 12 - 18, 2026
Thriving Together is back, EUSD families! 💙
Every family’s day-to-day life looks different, and we want to share support that works for you. Through this series, EUSD staff and Board members will share practical tips, tools, resources, and messages for our families.
Our goal is to give you helpful ideas you can use during everyday moments with your child and resources you can turn to when you need support. You know your child in ways we don’t, and that knowledge matters. By sharing what we know and staying connected, we can work together to help your child learn and thrive, at school and at home.
For this feature, Lindsay Nguyen, Reading Supplemental Teacher, shares three reading strategies families can try at home.
Watch Mrs. Nguyen's video in our News Feed and choose one strategy to try the next time you read with your child!
Every family’s day-to-day life looks different, and we want to share support that works for you. Through this series, EUSD staff and Board members will share practical tips, tools, resources, and messages for our families.
Our goal is to give you helpful ideas you can use during everyday moments with your child and resources you can turn to when you need support. You know your child in ways we don’t, and that knowledge matters. By sharing what we know and staying connected, we can work together to help your child learn and thrive, at school and at home.
For this feature, Lindsay Nguyen, Reading Supplemental Teacher, shares three reading strategies families can try at home.
Watch Mrs. Nguyen's video in our News Feed and choose one strategy to try the next time you read with your child!
Stroud Sock Hop was a rocking good time! Thank you to everyone who came out to the annual Booster Event.
Fourth grade had a great time getting to take a trip to Gallo for a show!
Explore Stanislaus State with Your Family!
It's never too early to introduce your child to the possibilities of higher education! Bring the whole family for a FREE day of exploring the university campus, discovering community resources, and enjoying fun activities for all ages. Whether your child is in kindergarten or eighth grade, this is a wonderful opportunity to explore a college campus together and discover the possibilities ahead!
Saturday, October 17, 2026
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Stanislaus State, Turlock
It's never too early to introduce your child to the possibilities of higher education! Bring the whole family for a FREE day of exploring the university campus, discovering community resources, and enjoying fun activities for all ages. Whether your child is in kindergarten or eighth grade, this is a wonderful opportunity to explore a college campus together and discover the possibilities ahead!
Saturday, October 17, 2026
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Stanislaus State, Turlock
It's always a great day to be a STAR but it was a super great day Friday when we all got the new spirit wear and were able to show our Stroud spirit.
We’re proud to introduce Keenan Edwards from Capistrano Elementary as our first Student Spotlight honoree of the 2026–2027 school year!
There are very few things more exciting than losing your first tooth. Miss Brenda made her day by giving her a tooth holder necklace, too!
We had the entire school together for an assembly. Miss Mia and Miss Ramos shared quick reminders on how to be a STAR! :) We are sure to have a great year.
Stroud is most special because of the students and staff. However, have you ever just taken a moment to capture the beauty of our school and the surroundings? Our night custodian shared this stunning photo that shows how lucky we are to be in such a great environment.
Stroud has the coolest-dressed staff! Miss M gifted several of us staff members with the coolest personalized Nemo shirts. A few showed up wearing it the same day, and look how snazzy they look!
Unsure what important information was being shared between these little TK and Kinders, but it sure was cute and a great show of friendship. Stroud is a great place to make friends and have fun at recess.
Our library had some discarded books that were available for free to new homes outside. This little cutie was out there searching for the best ones and told me, "These are going to make me smart." Kudos to reading and getting smarter every day.
As families prepare for the upcoming school year, summer break is a great opportunity to take care of routine dental appointments.
Golden Valley Health Centers' Empire Clinic, conveniently located just behind Empire Elementary School, offers dental services for children and families close to home.
Whether your child is due for a routine cleaning or your family is looking for a dental provider, this is a great local resource to keep in mind.
Call today to schedule an appointment!
(209) 722- 4842
Golden Valley Health Centers' Empire Clinic, conveniently located just behind Empire Elementary School, offers dental services for children and families close to home.
Whether your child is due for a routine cleaning or your family is looking for a dental provider, this is a great local resource to keep in mind.
Call today to schedule an appointment!
(209) 722- 4842