Expanding resources and opportunities in the Cambrian School District Community beyond what public funding provides.
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What we do
The Cambrian Educational Foundation collaborates with the school district and the community to assist in providing students the best education possible. CEF is the school district’s primary partner in providing support and enrichment opportunities that help students at every school receive an impactful and achievement-filled education from the Cambrian School District. We grant funds to each school throughout the district, as well as educators and community partners.
Upcoming events
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CEF Board Meeting
Held the last Tuesday of each month. We are always looking for new volunteers and community members to get involved. For details on how you can attend, email Melissa at president@cambrianef.org.
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Celebrate the Moon Festival with CEF
When: October 9, 2026 from 4-5:30pm
Where: Cambrian Library, 1780 Hillsdale Ave, San Jose, CA
🎉 Event Highlights:
4:00–5:00 PM: Crafts, photobooth, refreshments, and more!
4:15–4:30 PM: Special Moon Festival storytelling session
5:15–5:30 PM: Dance performance by Viet Steps
This event is free! Come celebrate with us and learn how the Cambrian Educational Foundation supports creativity and enrichment in our schools!
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6th Annual Read-a-thon
February 2 - March 2, 2026
Save the date! Check back for more details.
Help us plan this year’s event by joining the Planning Committee!
Our 2025-26 Business & Community Sponsorship Program is Open!
Join the Teacher Mini-Grant Committee
The Cambrian Educational Foundation is looking for parent volunteers to join our Mini-Grant Committee — and help bring innovative teacher projects to life!
As a committee member, you will:
✅ Help create the application & selection criteria
✅ Review teacher mini-grant applications
✅ Recommend projects for funding
✅ Make a real impact in our classrooms!
🗓️ Time Commitment: Only 3 meetings (October, December & May) to help support creative, hands-on learning for Cambrian students! Your voice can help fund the future of education! 🚀
SAVE THE DATE! The CEF Read-a-thon is getting a new look in 2025-26. Join us February 2nd - March 2nd, 2026 for READ ACROSS CAMBRIAN, a month of celebrating literacy in the Cambrian School District .
Farnham Elementary,
2025 Top-Reading School
Congratulations to all of our District-wide Top Reading students and teams.
Congratulations to Farnham Elementary’s students, teachers, and staff for being our 2024-25 Top Reading School in the district.
We did it!
We have raised $61,995!
Thank you for your support of this year’s Read-a-thon! Our students have read over 2.4 Million minutes and exceeded our $60,000 goal to support social emotional learning and mental health and wellness resources across the school district.
To those who have donated, THANK YOU!
