08/21/2022
From the Principal
Welcome back, White Oaks families!
I hope you all are ready for the first week of school and a year of learning, growth and wonder. I would like to thank our custodians Jesus Muñoz and Felipe Hernandez as well as our district maintenance team for the outstanding job they have done to make sure White Oaks is ready for classes to begin. We are incredibly appreciative of their work on behalf of our students and staff. I would also like to thank our administrative assistant, Teresa Williams, for the remarkable job she has done to support our teachers, staff, parents and me! Thank you to Amy Kim and Sara Ting, our PTA Presidents, who have worked tirelessly to ensure that our parents and students have a fabulous year ahead. Finally, I would like to thank our amazing teachers for preparing for our students and creating classroom environments that feel so inclusive and welcoming.
We have an exciting and busy week ahead so please take note of the dates and times below. You may also want to refer back to my Welcome Back email that was sent out on August 12 for more details.
Tuesday, August 23
TK/Kindergarten Meet and Greet: 10:00-10:45 a.m.
New Family Lemonade Tour: 1:30-2:00 p.m. Meet at the table in front of the office (entrance is on Fairmont Ave.)
Wednesday, August 24
First Day of School: 8:25 a.m.-12:25 p.m.
Get coffee and sign up to join the PTA! 8:25-9:00 a.m. in front of the office
Thursday, August 25
First day of regular schedule: 8:25 a.m.-2:30 p.m. (1st-3rd grade)
“Everybody Day” schedule: 8:25 a.m.-1:25 p.m. (TK-Kindergarten)
Family Support
We want to ensure that our families receive the support they need as we transition back to school. Please visit the SCSD website to access resources such as our lunch program, information regarding health and safety, and after school programs. We also offer Chromebooks to students without devices at home to support at-home learning as needed. We do not currently anticipate a need for at-home devices although students may want one so that they can access Lexia, Raz Kids, and Reflect Math for additional practice at home. If your child does not have access to a device at home and you would like them to have a Chromebook, please reach out to Leah Scholer or Teresa Williams for more information.
Warmly,
Leah Scholer, Principal
[email protected]
School News and Events
PTA Back to School CoffeeJoin us in the MU after morning drop off on the first day of school, Wednesday, August 24, from 8:25-9:00 a.m. for coffee and pastries (and Kleenex for parent tears!), hosted by the PTA. Meet other parents, learn more about and sign up for volunteer opportunities and PTA membership too.
Save the Date: PTA Family Movie Night & Food Trucks - Sept. 30The PTA Family Movie Night and Food Trucks event is on Friday, September 30.
Bring blankets, chairs, and a picnic dinner, or you can also purchase from food trucks. Enjoy a fun evening with our school community and a movie on the lawn at sundown. More details to come!
Welcome from Your PTA
Welcome to the 2022-2023 school year at White Oaks. We hope you had a wonderful summer and are looking forward to a fantastic school year! The White Oaks PTA is incredibly grateful to our incomparable teachers and staff for all the hard work they have put into the start of school.
This year, the PTA's goal is to continue to build community and help provide and advocate for a quality, well-rounded education for all our children. We look forward to working with our community this year and are excited for the return of school-wide events and traditions old and new. Whether you are a new or returning family, we hope you will join our PTA, reach out with new ideas, and attend our monthly meetings.
Our first PTA meeting will be Wednesday, September 7 with a social hour at 5 p.m. and meeting at 6 p.m., at Debbie Blucher’s home (1550 Cedar St.). All parents are welcome. Please email us to RSVP.
Finally, feel free to contact us with any questions. We are here for you and cannot wait to partner with you in making this an amazing year for our kids at White Oaks.
Amy Kim and Sara Ting, PTA Co-Presidents
SCEF News and Events
Thank you to our generous donors!
Your donations to SCEF last year will allow us to grant over $3.2 million to support every San Carlos public school student in the upcoming 2022-23 school year.
This year’s SCEF grant will support: social emotional programs and counselors, access to libraries, PE teachers, technology associates and devices for students. Music programs for all grade levels, middle school electives, a Principal’s Fund at every school and NEW THIS YEAR--funding for your school PTA. Your school PTA will use these funds to provide classroom/teacher grants, purchase library books, fund assemblies, create community building events/activities and more.
Thank you to everyone who contributed to SCEF last year. Together you make a real difference for students. Here’s to a great school year!
Like our Facebook page for more upcoming details and all SCEF news.
Happy First Day of School! #SCSDFirstDay
Welcome back to school San Carlos Families! We want to see your back to school photos on our social media pages. To have your photos featured, please email them to [email protected] and then follow/like us on our pages to see your pics.
Don't forget to use our SCSD hashtags - #scsdfirstday and #scsdproud and like or follow our SCSD pages!
Order Your FREE Breakfast & Lunch Today
During the 2022-23 school year, the district is providing complimentary breakfast and lunch daily to all preschool-8th grade students. We have contracted with a NEW vendor, The LunchMaster, to provide the service this year.
Please visit our School Lunch Program webpage for more information and follow steps 1-4 to create an account (one for each child) and get signed up today.
EZMeal Application
In addition to signing up for free meals, we ask that each family fill out the EZ Meal Application to benefit your family, school, and community even if you do not believe you will qualify based on your income. Completing this form helps your school receive more funding to support your child’s learning environment. The application is used to calculate school funding levels from the state and federal level.
Please visit our Free & Reduced-Price EZMeal Application webpage for more information.
Health & Wellness Letter
Please take a moment to read the Welcome Back Health and Wellness Letterif you haven't already! We discuss mental health, sustainability, Big 5 Safety Protocols, Social Emotional Learning, and more.
Community News and Events
Stanford Cardinal Kids Day - Sept. 3
Join us for Cardinal Kids Day and our football home opener against Colgate! For every one adult ticket purchased you can claim four free youth tickets.
Youth tickets are for kids 8th grade and below. Grab your friends and family to join the fun. Tickets are only $15 each.
To place your order, please visit GoStanford.com/promo-code and enter: SCSD
2023 Calendar Contest Now Open
HIP Housing is a nonprofit that provides thousands of people in San Mateo County with a place to call home.
They are inviting all K-5th graders in San Mateo County to send them a fabulous drawing of a home, along with a quote on what home means to you. The winning 12 will be featured in their 2023 calendar and have an opportunity to present their drawing to their local Town or City Council. Entries are due September 23. Learn more.
Entry Form in English
Entry Form in Spanish
Parent Education Opportunities
Fire Safety and Prevention: A Disaster Prep Town Hall
Thursday, September 1, 6:00-7:00 p.m. (Online)
Design for Belonging: How to Build Inclusion and Collaboration in Your Communities
Thursday, September 8, 5:30-6:30 p.m. (Online)
Visit the Parent Venture Series of Upcoming Events page for more information.