Parent & Family Information
Contact details and how to reach Valley Atwater Community.
Phone
(209)381-4550
Address
1800 Matthew Ave., Atwater, California, 95301
Governing district
Merced County Office of Education
Enrolling your child
- Most US public schools require proof of residency (utility bill, lease) in the school’s attendance zone.
- You’ll typically need your child’s birth certificate, immunization records, and previous school records.
- For magnet or specialized programs, there may be an application window with a lottery or admissions test.
- Contact the school directly (see details above) for specific enrollment windows and open-house dates.
Getting involved
Most US schools have an active PTA (Parent-Teacher Association) or PTO (Parent-Teacher Organization)that organizes volunteering, fundraising, and advocacy. Ask the school office how to get involved, and check the district’s School Site Council or LCAP advisory committee if you want input on school-level decisions.
Water Quality & Lead Testing (2019)
Federal and state programs require testing of drinking-water fixtures at many schools for lead contamination. Action level: 15 ppb (EPA) — many states use lower thresholds (5 ppb or 10 ppb).
All tested fixtures were within the action level
TestedYes
Total samples collected5
Samples above action level0
Maximum lead reading5.0 ppb
Source: CA SWRCB. Lead test results reflect the sampling cycle indicated and may not represent current fixtures following any remediation.