March 23, 2025
IN THIS ISSUE
- Principal’s Message
- Breakfast/Lunch Menu
- School News: School Dance
- SCEF News: Starlight Gala and Silent Auction
- Community News: No Foolin' Footrace, Aladdin Kids, Kids Fanbase Soccer, Skyway Center Math Festival
IMPORTANT DATES
Mon, 3/24-Thur, 4/3: SCEF Starlight Gala Silent Auction
Fri, 3/28: SCEF Starlight Gala (SOLD OUT)
Mon, 3/31: 2025-2026 School Enrollment Deadline
Sat, 4/6: Skyway Center Math Festival
Fri, 4/25: School Dance 6-8 p.m.
Principal’s Message
Heritage Day
I would like to share my appreciation for the amazing Heritage Day Festival our parents put on for the students this past Wednesday. We had over 30 different cultures represented and the students were engaged and excited to learn about their peers’ cultures, traditions, food, and more! Thank you so much to all the parents and families who volunteered to share a bit about themselves and make the day an interactive experience for our students. What a wonderful opportunity for connections to be made across our community!
A special thank you also goes out to Barbara Taylor, Nandi Witter, Mariel Valezzi, and Jess Foran for leading this celebration. This was a spectacular event and one that will keep getting better every year!
Warmly,
Leah Scholer, Principal
Weekly Menu
SCEF News
The SCEF 2025 Online Auction opens this Monday at 7 p.m.! – Items include travel, gift cards, shopping, dining, orthodonture, museums, summer camps, a Pickleball tournament AND activities donated by teachers and staff. Don’t miss our popular teacher outings, many of which will be “buy it now.”
SCEF Online Auction - This is your chance to bid on amazing items and experiences –all while supporting students and teachers!
Starlight Raffle Tickets Are Selling Fast! Don’t miss your chance to win prizes including Dinner at French Laundry, Mexican Beach Resort Vacation, or Dinner At Chez Panisse! Order Tickets here!
School News
Confirm Your Student's Enrollment for the 2025-26 School Year!
It's time to complete your Back-to-School forms to confirm your student's enrollment for the 2025-26 school year. All families are asked to:
- Confirm your student's enrollment
- Update contact information
- Provide other important details
On Thursday, March 13, you should have received an email titled: (2025-26) Back-To-School Form | Enrollment Confirmation from noreplyregistration@
- Step-by-step instructions to update your child's records.
- A link to access the PowerSchool portal.
- Your student's unique Snap Code for completing the forms.
Deadline: Monday, March 31 - Please complete your forms as soon as possible to secure your student's spot for the next school year.
If your plans change and your student will not be returning next year, please notify your school office and email [email protected] as soon as possible.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this important process — we appreciate your partnership in preparing for another great school year!
White Oaks School Dance
The White Oaks School Dance is coming up on Friday, April 25, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the MU!
Grab your cowboy hat and boots, this year it's a Western theme! We'll have a DJ and other fun activities. Attendance is limited to current White Oaks TK-3rd grade students and their parents. Western attire or White Oaks spirit wear is encouraged!
Please note that the playground will be closed during the dance. Please help us keep our kids safe by redirecting them towards this special event.
RSVP here!
PTA News
Call for Founders' Day Award Nominations!
Every year for the past several decades, the White Oaks community has celebrated Founders’ Day — a tradition that recognizes volunteers, teachers and staff who have gone above and beyond to help build our wonderful school community. We need your help in nominating some of these very special people! Please use this link to review the award categories and submit your nominations. Nominations are due Wednesday, April 2nd.
On Wednesday evening, May 7th, we will hold our annual PTA Founders’ Day to celebrate the contributions of our award winners. Mark your calendars for our 75th anniversary of this special White Oaks event.
You are all invited! Questions? Please reach out to Jennie Romeo ([email protected]).
Community News
Get ready for a magic carpet ride! Students from Arroyo, Mariposa, and SC Charter are taking the stage in Aladdin KIDS, a fun-filled musical adventure full of laughter, wishes, and yes, those unforgettable songs. Gather the family to support our incredible young actors as they bring the streets of Agrabah to life!
When:
Friday, March 28 @ 7 p.m.
Saturday, March 29 @ 1 p.m.
Saturday, March 29 @ 7 p.m
Where: Mustang Hall @ Central Middle School
Tickets: FREE! Doors open 30 min prior to showtime
No Foolin' Footrace
SAVE the DATE! The 3rd Annual No Foolin' Foot Race is Sat. April 26, 2025! Join us for the challenging 5K or 10K trail race and 1-mi. kids' race through beautiful #bigcanyonsancarlos and #eatoncanyon trails!
Register by 3/26 for EARLY BIRD pricing on this website: www.prfsancarlos.org Parks and Recreation Foundation of San Carlos.
Skyway Center Math Festival
Join us for a day of play and problem-solving. At the JRMF Math Festival at Skyway Center, children and families have the opportunity to explore a variety of fun, hands-on math puzzles and games.
Math Festival activities are designed for children (and adults) of all ages and backgrounds, so everyone is welcome. The JRMF Math Festival at Skyway Center is free, open to all, and an event where you can drop in and drop out whenever you’d like.
Whether you stay for one puzzle or join us for the entire festival, we’re looking forward to seeing you for a day of joyful math!
Skyway Center Math Festival
When: April 6th, 10:00 AM - 12:00 p.m.
Where: 655 Skyway Rd., San Carlos, CA 94070
- Fun, hands-on math puzzles and games for all ages
- Free and open-to-the-public
- Free snacks provided
Register at https://jrmf.org/events/jrmf-
Our ultimate goal is to show every student that they can be a mathematician, and public events like these are our way of giving back to the community.
Kids Fanbase Soccer
Kids Fanbase Soccer was founded in April 2021 during the pandemic to give children a safe and supportive environment to play after nearly a year without team sports. What started with just three kids in Cupertino has now grown to over 1,400 students across 20+ locations in the Bay Area, including eight elementary schools.
Our mission is to provide top-quality coaching with instructors who are passionate about teaching and inspiring young athletes.
- New Session: Tuesdays at 5 PM, starting April 15
- Cost: $280 for 8 classes
- Location: Arundel Elementary, San Carlos
Register now: Kids Fanbase Soccer
Parent Education Opportunities
Mark your calendars for these terrific events coming up in March!
NEW! Join us for a conversation with Sahaj Kohli, MAEd, LGPC, therapist, founder of Brown Girl Therapy, and author of But What Will People Say? Navigating Mental Health, Identity, and Family Between Cultures (March 26).
PUPS event! Bill Stixrud, PhD, and Ned Johnson, national bestselling authors of The Self-Driven Child and What Do You Say?, will discuss their new book, The Seven Principles for Raising a Self-Driven Child (March 27).
Visit the Parent Venture Series of Upcoming Events page for more information.
- Parent Venture Series Events
PTA CORNER
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