Durham Unified School District - Small Schools BIG Education

California Department of Education Student, Staff and Family Surveys –May 5th to May 9, 2025

We are excited to announce that the California Healthy Kids Survey (CHKS) will be offered in our district from May 5th to May 9, 2025. This important survey provides valuable insights that help us create a safer, more supportive, and more engaging learning environment for all students.

What is the California Healthy Kids Survey?

The CHKS is a confidential, anonymous survey sponsored by the California Department of Education. It gathers important data from students, staff, and parents about:

• School safety and connectedness

• Academic engagement and supports

• Mental and emotional well-being

• Alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use

• School climate

• Student supports and services

Why is CHKS Important?

Your participation helps DUSD:

• Identify areas of strength and areas for growth across our schools.

• Support student well-being through targeted programs and interventions.

• Inform decisions around school safety, social-emotional learning, and engagement.

• Meet state requirements  for school climate reporting and funding.

 Who Takes the Survey?

• Students grades 3-5, 6-8, & 9-12.

• Parents and guardians of current students

• School staff

Participation is voluntary, but the more responses we receive, the better we can serve our school community.
What does the survey ask? 

Click on the links below to see copies of the survey. 

• CHKS DES 3-5 24/25 Spanish

• CHKS DES 3-5 24/25 English

  
  

• CHKS DIS 24/25 Spanish

• CHKS DIS 24/25 English

  
  

• CHKS DHS 24/25 Spanish

• CHKS DHS 24/25 English

Paper copies are available for review at the DUSD District Office. 

 How Can I Help?

• Parents: Encourage your child to participate and complete the survey honestly. 

  • Parents/Guardians of students grades 3-6th, watch for permission slips coming home this week, 4/28/25. 

  • Parents/Guardians of students grades 7-12th who wish to opt their student out of participating in this survey please

    • English click here   

    • Spanish  click here

• Students: Your voice matters! This is your chance to help improve your school experience.

• Staff: Please support the survey process and take time to complete your version of the survey when it becomes available.

The data from the CHKS will ensure that your voice is heard! Together, we can make DUSD an even better place to learn and grow.