Mission Statement

The Risk Management Department is committed to supporting the overall mission of the Modesto City School District.  With the highest level of expertise, we strive to assist all MCS Schools and Departments in providing a safe working environment for employees and a safe learning environment for students.  

We are rooted in a culture of care, trust, and sustainability by creating a long-term view to provide stability and consistency in a varying environment of risks.  We strive to be flexible and have the ability to adapt in meeting the ever-changing needs of all MCS staff.

  • We nurture long-term collaboration and building trusted relationships within the MCS community.

  • We promote engagement and active participation of all for the good of Modesto City Schools.

The Risk Management team believes in service to the MCS community. Our continuing goal is to provide high quality, cost-effective, relevant support in reducing risk, limiting litigation, and promoting the overall vision of Modesto City Schools: 

"Providing a safe and welcoming learning and working environment. Ensuring all students have access to the highest quality instruction and learning conditions, and graduate, college and career ready.  “Every Student Matters, Every Moment Counts"

Department Contact List

📧 DORiskManagement@mcs4kids.com
📞 (209)492-5148

Gabby Aguiniga
Risk Management Supervisor

Cecelia Gonzales
Staff Secretary III

Carmen Salcedo
Technician II, Risk Management

Department Services

  • Automobile and Property Damage claims

  • Burglary/Vandalism Claims

  • Certificate of Insurance Clearance

  • DMV Clearance for volunteers

  • Government Tort Claims (Property & Liability)

  • Hazardous Waste Management Program

  • Indemnification & Insurance requirements

  • Loss Control

  • Restitution/Revenue Claims Recovery

  • Safety Training Resources

  • Student Incident Claims

  • Workers' Compensation claims

Student Accident Insurance

The safety of our students is of critical importance to all of us and we want to protect them from injury. Even so, accidents do happen (at school and elsewhere) and required medical care can be expensive. Please know that your school does not assume responsibility for such costs but does offer you access to several student accident insurance plans for voluntary purchase. Details can be found in the attached brochure/enrollment form.

Our school/district has selected the Student Insurance Plan from Myers Stevens to make reliable coverage available to parents. If you don’t have other insurance, this plan may be a resource to consider. Additionally, even if you have other coverage, this plan can help fill expensive “gaps” caused by deductible and co-pays. Coverage may be purchased at any time during the school year by visiting https://myers-stevens.com/

Student Accident and Sickness Plans for the 2024-2025 School Year