September 7, 2025
IN THIS ISSUE
- Principal’s Message
- Breakfast/Lunch Menu
- School News: WO Spirit Store, Afterschool enhancement programs
- PTA News: PTA Meeting, Walk-A-Thon
- SCEF News: An Evening at TOWN, Online Auction
- Community News: Museum of San Carlos Ice Cream Social, Parent Education Opportunities
IMPORTANT DATES
Mon, 9/9-Fri, 10/10: Online Book Fair
Wed, 9/10: PTA Meeting
Mon, 9/15: Late and Early Bird schedule starts for Kindergarten
Mon, 9/22: School Photos
Mon, 9/29- Mon,10/6: SCEF Online Auction
Mon, 10/6-Fri, 10/10: Book Fair
Principal’s Message
Dear White Oaks Families,
We’re already eleven days into the school year, and it’s been wonderful to see our students and teachers settling into routines, building connections, and finding their rhythm. These first weeks are about learning together, giving each other grace, and celebrating both the small and big wins along the way.
Morning Arrival at School
You may have noticed a sign at the playground entrance that reads “students only.” This visual helps us create a safe space for active play, while also allowing supervisors to clearly see and support the children. We’ve also placed a reminder sign near the grass area to ensure that students have plenty of room to play there as well.
If you’d like to stay in the yard during drop-off, we kindly ask that parents and caregivers remain either on the blacktop near the “students only” sign or by the picnic tables. Thank you for helping us give children a safe space to play and the independence they need to start their school day.
Join Our School Site Council
Are you looking for a meaningful way to get involved at White Oaks this year? Consider joining our School Site Council (SSC)!
What is the SSC?
The SSC is a group of parents, teachers, and staff members who collaborate with the principal to review and support school improvement programs and plans. Members serve two-year terms and provide valuable feedback on the School Safety Plan, School Site Plan, and the district’s LCAP.
What’s the commitment?
The SSC meets throughout the school year in person, generally on the second or third Thursday of the month from 3:00–4:00 p.m. Our scheduled dates are:
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9/18/25
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10/16/25
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11/13/25
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2/12/26
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4/16/26
How to get involved:
If you’re interested or would like more information, please email me at [email protected]. Our first meeting is Thursday, September 18 at 3:00 p.m.—so don’t wait to reach out. I’d love to hear from you!I look forward to seeing you on Wednesday, September 10 at our PTA social.
In Community,
Rosina Tong
Principal
Weekly Menu
School News
Book Fair Oct 6-10
It’s the time of the year again! The exciting Book Fair is coming this Oct 6-10. You can find a variety of books for all ages and interests. It is a great opportunity to support our library and foster a love of reading in our students. The Book Fair raises thousands of dollars in books for our school library. On Thur Oct 9, there will be the amazing family fun night with puppet and magician shows! We will share the detailed schedule and volunteering sign up information in about 2 weeks.
So mark your calendars and get ready to dive into the world of books. We can't wait to see you there!
Book E-Fair Starts this Monday, Sep 9
This year, we bring another option for you to help raise money for our library - Online Book Fair. It opens tomorrow on Sep 9 and ends on Oct 10. Please visit here to start shopping online earlier. It allows the whole community to shop at the book fair with an expanded catalog of books, including the ones who can’t visit in person.You will also be able to buy gift cards to make in person checkout easier or send them as teacher gifts.
Lando Game Design & Coding at White Oaks Starting this week!
Instead of repetitive coding drills, students at Lando design and code mini-games every class—blending creativity with technical skills. Along the way, they master key concepts like sequencing, variables, conditionals, and events. Our WASC-accredited, award-winning program adapts to each student’s pace and skill level, ensuring fun and challenge for beginners and experienced coders alike. After class, parents get links to their child’s creations to share or continue building at home. Mondays at 2:35 p.m. starting Sept 8. Learn more and register at FindLando.com/WhiteOaks.
Chess Class at White Oaks Starting in September!
Join Chess Wizards this semester for tons of challenging chess lessons, exciting games, and cool prizes. You'll improve your chess skills, and work out your most powerful muscle - your brain! Our classes are geared to suit children of all skill levels; from chessling to checkmate artist, students will build upon their knowledge through lessons, variation games and more! More than just a game of winning and losing, we make learning chess fun! Class meets weekly on Thursdays from 2:30-3:30 p.m. from Sept 18-Dec 4. Cost is $345. Read more and register at www.chesswizards.com
Piano Class at White Oaks with Hummingbird Music School Starting in September!
Does your child want to learn how to play piano, in a fun group environment? Hummingbird Music School's popular after-school Piano Class is now enrolling for Fall Session! Students will learn the fundamentals of piano, including note-reading, hand position, chord vocabulary, and rhythm, in a relaxed and supportive environment that emphasizes fun. Each child is provided with their own keyboard, headphones, and lesson book. Parents can track their children’s progress online through Hummingbird’s partnership with MySkillChart. Class meets weekly on Tuesdays from 2:30-3:20 p.m. Sept 2-Dec 9 in the MUR. Cost is $50 per class and is open to K-3. Read more and register here: https://
White Oaks Spirit Store - NOW OPEN!
Ready to show your school spirit with White Oaks attire? Now that school is in full swing, it’s time to order the latest White Oaks Spirit Wear! There are new pullover hoodies, tees for the kids, and heathered green tees for the entire family. Show your school spirit and order some stylish White Oaks attire. The online store (https://white_oaks_
PTA News
Calling All Artists
Calling All Artists for the White Oaks Walk-a-Thon Design Contest - Due Sept 24.
The annual Walk-a-Thon T-shirt design contest is under way and open to all students. Create a simple, one-color line drawing that represents White Oaks and our Walk-a-Thon tradition, and the winning artwork will be featured on this year's T-shirts! To enter, draw your design using a BLACK Sharpie on WHITE paper, then submit your design to the office or via email to [email protected] by Sept. 24!
SCEF News
An Evening at TOWN - Sunday, Oct 5, 2025
Tickets for our annual Evening at TOWN sold out in record time. There is a waitlist if tickets become available - CLICK HERE to join the waitlist.
Town Raffle - on sale now
Open to all - Order Raffle tickets and support your student! Your chance to win a trip for 2 adults to Mexico or Dinner for 20 in the TOWN Board Room. Drawing is 10/5/2025. Winners need not be present to win.
Fall Online Auction–Everyone can bid!
Remember to mark your calendar for the Fall Online auction beginning September 29th!. Have an item that would be perfect for our auctions? CLICK HERE to access our Auction Donation Form.
Golden State Warriors tickets - on sale now
Visit scefkids.org/events to purchase tickets to the preseason Warriors games on 10/27 v Clippers. Support SCEF while avoiding ticket fees and surcharges with this special offer.
Community News
Join the Museum of San Carlos History for their Annual Ice Cream Social on Saturday, September 13 from 1:00-4:00 p.m.
- Centennal Sundaes will be served from 1:30-3:30 p.m.
- Wear tie-dye for a special treat!
- Classic Cars, Fun for All Ages, Opportunity Drawings
Museum of San Carlos History
533 Laurel Street, San Carlos
K-5 Grade Parent Math Night
Attention San Carlos K-5 Parents!
Join us on Monday, September 15 for a Parent Night with guest speaker Susan Resnick where you'll learn math strategies to support K-5 students at home.
Is your student learning different strategies than you were taught in school? Not sure how to best help your child?
Susan Resnick will share common math concepts taught in K-5th grade, including fractions, decimals, multiplication, division, and the bar model.
In-person meeting at the SCSD District Office, 6:00-7:00 p.m. Please RSVP by completing this Google Form.
Join our San Carlos Early Learning Team!
Join our San Carlos School District team! We are currently looking for:
- Preschool Aides
- TK Aides
- TKELP After School Program Aides, afternoons, part-time
If you or someone you know is passionate about working with young children and creating a nurturing, play-based learning environment, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today or learn more: https://www.edjoin.org/scsdk8#
Parent Education Opportunities
Mark your calendars for these great events coming up in September:
In September's Foro de padres, Ana Paula Garay, LMFT, Lead Mental Health Counselor for the Redwood City School District, presents Qué hacer si su hijo(a) habla de suicidio (September 16). This event will be in Spanish.
The Neurodiversity Education Series kicks off Season 3 with Emily Kircher-Morris, LPC, and Amanda Morin in Building Bridges: Neurodiversity-Affirming Practices for Parents and Schools (September 18).
For Suicide Prevention Month, we welcome Rex Huang, MD, Chief of Psychiatry, Kaiser Permanente Redwood City, for Breaking the Silence: A Doctor’s Insights on Youth Suicide Awareness & Prevention (September 23).
Visit the Parent Venture Series of Upcoming Events page for more information.
- Parent Venture Series Events
PTA CORNER
Join the White Oaks PTA. Your membership matters and helps support programs and events for our students and teachers.
A percentage of your purchases will automatically be donated to the White Oaks PTA — at no cost to you!
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