December 14, 2025
IN THIS ISSUE
- Principal’s Message
- Breakfast/Lunch Menu
- School News: SCSD New Student Priority Enrollment, Lando Coding Class
- PTA/SCEF News: Registration for Read-A-Thon, End of year contribution
- Community News: San Carlos Little League, San Carlos Youth Center Events, Adopt a drain, Parent Education Opportunities
IMPORTANT DATES
Thur, 12/18/25: Minimum Day (12:25 p.m. dismissal)
Fri, 12/19/25 - Mon, 1/5/26: Winter Break
Tues, 1/6/26: Students return to school
Wed, 1/7/26-1/30/2026: SCSD New Student Priority Enrollment
Tues, 1/13/2026: UTK Parent Information Session via Zoom 5:30 p.m.
Thur, 1/15/2026 - Thur, 1/29/2026: SCEF/PTA Read-A-Thon
Principal’s Message
Dear White Oaks Families,
Deepest gratitude to all our teachers, staff, families, and our students for a wonderful fall semester. Our children have learned and grown so much since that first day of school in August. Each school day brings new opportunities for learning, connection, and joy.
As we wrap up 2025, please ensure your children attend school through Thursday, December 18. Every school day counts!
Wishing you and your families a warm and joyful holiday season. May your winter break be filled with rest, connection, and meaningful time with loved ones.
Thank you for making White Oaks such a special place to learn and work!
In community,
Rosina Tong
Principal
Weekly Menu
School News
Get Ready for 2026–27 - SCSD New Student Priority Registration Opens January 7!
Planning ahead for next school year? Priority Registration for all new TK–8 students begins January 7 and runs through January 30, 2026. Registering during this window helps ensure your child’s spot and allows us to plan for the year ahead.
Parents of 4-Year-Olds: Big News for Universal Transitional Kindergarten
- UTK continues to grow. Children born between September 2, 2021 and September 1, 2022 are eligible to begin UTK in August 2026. Be sure to register during Priority Registration so we can plan classrooms and staffing to best support our youngest learners.
- Need extended care for your TKer after school? Check out our Transitional Kindergarten Extended Learning Program (TKELP). TKELP offers an age-appropriate after-school program for our youngest learners, from the end of the school day until 5:30 p.m. Check out our website for more details.
Incoming UTK/K Families (2026–27): Save the Date for Two Important Events!
- NEW! Join us for a UTK Parent Information Session on Zoom, Tuesday, January 13 at 5:30 p.m. to learn all about our UTK programs.
- Attend your school's Prospective UTK/K Parent Meeting on January 28. More details will be available on your school’s website in January—stay tuned!
Everything you need to get started:
- Visit our How to Register for the 2026–27 School Year page
- Review our 2026–27 Enrollment Guide (English) or Guía de Inscripción 2025–26 (Spanish)
- Check out our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Email [email protected] anytime for support
Reminder: If your child is currently in TK–7th grade, no re-registration is needed.
Lando Game Design & Coding at White Oaks Starting in January!
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 Jan 12. Learn more and register at https://signup.findlando.com/
SCEF/PTA News
Register early on our new Read-A-Thon platform, Beanstack. The 6th Annual PTA & SCEF Read-A-Thon is back January 15–29, 2026! This fun, free, district-wide event celebrates reading and raises funds for school programs and our PTA. Register by December 18th to be entered into a special drawing for prizes. For detailed instructions regarding how to create an account and share your personal page, visit the SCEF website at www.scefkids.org/events
Every minute read and every dollar raised helps fund art, music, libraries, assemblies, and community-building programs through SCEF and your PTA. Note that you must “Join the Fundraiser” to earn rewards. Only minutes read between January 15-29 will count toward reading totals.
Can we count on your support?
Consider making a year-end donation to the San Carlos Education Foundation today. Your gift—of any amount—makes a meaningful difference for every student by providing supplemental funding for teachers, staff, and programs that are not possible with state funding alone.
Help ensure a well-rounded, enriching education for all San Carlos students. Donations to SCEF are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. If you haven’t donated this school year, please consider giving before December 31, 2025, as there may be tax advantages to giving early.
Donate today at www.scefkids.org
Community News
San Carlos Little League (SCLL) has opened registration for next Spring!
SCLL was established in 1953 and provides a positive youth baseball experience to children ages 4 - 16 of all abilities in the San Carlos community. We focus on developing the qualities of leadership, citizenship, discipline, character & teamwork. The 2026 Little League season kicks off the weekend of Saturday, March 7th and runs approximately through the school year. We offer several divisions of play based on Little League Baseball Age Charts and evaluations in the upper divisions (AA up). Learn more and sign-up at www.sancarlosll.com.
City of San Carlos Youth Center Events
Kids Night Out (Grades K-3) December 12
Youth in grades K-3 are invited to come join us for a fun-filled night of crafts, activities, pizza, games, and a movie! Upcoming themes include K-pop Demon Hunter, Bake with Us!, and Clue Quest. Register today by visiting cityofsancarlos.org/register
Pancakes & Pickleball Tournament (Grades 4-5 & 6-8) January 5
Join us for our Annual Pancakes & Pickleball Tournament! Find a friend in your division (Grades 4-5 or Grades 6-8), form your team of 2-4 players, and compete for a grand prize of a custom sweater, championship ring, keychain, and more swag! Come hungry- for the win, and pancakes. Register by December 29th by visiting cityofsancarlos.org/register
After School Drop-In Special Events (Grades 4-12)
Youth Center After School Drop-In (Grades 4-12)presents: Tacos & Giant Twister, Cookies & Coloring, & Teen Movie Night! The Youth Center is the ultimate place for having fun with friends. Drop-In membership required. No membership? No problem! Parents/guardians can apply for their child's Drop-In membership today by visiting cityofsancarlos.org/scyc
City of San Carlos Adopt A Drain Program
The rainy season is here, and keeping our storm drains free of leaves and litter is essential to preventing flooding and protecting our neighborhoods!
Adopting a drain is simple:
1. Visit: www.cityofsancarlos.org/
2. Choose a drain and sign up to adopt it
3. Check on the drain regularly and clean when needed — ideally twice a month or after heavy rain.
By adopting a drain near your home, school, or favorite local business, you and your neighbors can make a real difference in your community.
We're excited to announce these terrific events coming up in January!
Save the Date l Growing Into Ourselves
The RILEY Project is proud to invite you to an in-person storytelling event at Manny’s in San Francisco on Sunday, January 18th from 3:00–4:30 p.m. This event, Growing Into Ourselves: Stories of Neurodivergent Strength, will feature short stories and poems from youth who have learned to embrace their neurodivergence.
Visit the Parent Venture Series of Upcoming Events page for more information.
- Parent Venture Series Events
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