March 15, 2026
IN THIS ISSUE
- Principal’s Message
- Breakfast/Lunch Menu
- School News: Student Enrollment Confirmation, Piano Lessons with Hummingbird, Chess Wizards
- PTA News: Donate a Book for Heritage Day
- SCEF News: SCEF Gala and Online Auction
- Community News: Mental Health Workshop for Parents, Family Talk Workshop, San Carlos Work Zone, SEDAC, Parent Education Opportunities
IMPORTANT DATES
Mon, March 16 - Fri, April 17: City of San Carlos Roadway Paving Work
Wed, March 18: Heritage Day
Mon, March 23: Deadline for 2026-2027 Student Enrollment Confirmation
Mon, March 23 - Mon, March 30: SCEF Online Auction
Fri, March 27: SCEF SpeakEasy Gala at Domenico Winery
Fri, March 27 & Sat, March 28: The Little Mermaid, Jr. performance
Principal’s Message
~Please notify both your child’s teacher and the school office in advance if you plan to pick up your child during the school day.
This communication is very important. At times, classes may be outside of their regular classroom (for example, at recess, PE, or in another learning space), and the school may also be conducting emergency drills. When we know ahead of time about an early pickup, it helps staff quickly and safely locate your child and coordinate the pickup process.
Thank you for your partnership in helping us keep all students safe~
Dear White Oaks Families,
March is a full month as we celebrate Women’s History Month, Abilities Awareness Week, and Heritage Day on Wednesday, March 18. These celebrations remind us of the many stories that shape who we are as individuals and as a community. We are excited that 35 of our families will be sharing in the Multi-Use Room 27 different cultures during Heritage Day. We’ll be learning about traditions, languages, and experiences from around the world. Where we come from shapes us, and when we share our stories, we help children better understand themselves and one another.
A strong sense of belonging is essential to our well-being. At White Oaks School, we want every student to feel safe, valued, and proud of who they are. Our teachers, counselor, office team, aides, and the entire White Oaks staff work together each day to nurture our students and teach them to be respectful, kind, and inclusive of all people. We celebrate all the different cultures that we come from as well as our different abilities. Our San Carlos School District Learner Profile encourages our students to be empathetic, curious, and collaborative learners who value different perspectives. When students learn to appreciate differences and honor each person’s unique strengths, they help create a caring and connected community. This makes White Oaks a special place!
I’m excited to celebrate with you the women in our lives, the different abilities, and the many heritages that make up our school!
In community,
Rosina Tong
Principal
Weekly Menu
School News
Student Enrollment Confirmation for the 2026-27 School Year
It's time to complete your Back-to-School forms to confirm your student's enrollment for the 2065-27 school year. All families are required to:
- Confirm thier student's enrollment for next year
- Update contact information
- Provide other important student and family details
On Monday, March 9, you will receive an email titled "(2026-27) 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 23 - Please complete your forms as soon as possible to help us plan for the upcoming school year and secure your student's placment.
If your plans change and your student will not be returning next year, please email [email protected] and notify your school office 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!
Piano Class at White Oaks with Hummingbird Music School - Spring Session!
Does your child want to learn piano in a fun and engaging group setting? Hummingbird Music School’s popular after-school Piano Class is now enrolling for the Spring Session! Students will explore the fundamentals of piano — including note reading, hand position, chords, and rhythm — in a relaxed and supportive environment that emphasizes fun and creativity. Each student receives their own keyboard, headphones, and lesson book, ensuring hands-on learning every week. Parents can easily track their child’s progress online through Hummingbird’s partnership with MySkillChart.
When: Thursdays, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Session Dates: April 16 - June 4
Grades: K – 3
Cost: $50 per class
Location: Conference Room
For more information or to register, visit hummingbirdmusicschool.com/
Chess Class at White Oaks - Spring Session!
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 Tuesdays from 2:30-3:30pm from Apr 14-Jun 2. Cost is $276. Read more and register at www.chesswizards.com
PTA News
DONATE A BOOK FOR HERITAGE DAY!
In honor of Heritage Day, consider donating a book that represents your family heritage! Ideas include a favorite folk tale, a book about a landmark or famous location, a cultural celebration or a picture book to represent the diversity we have here at White Oaks. The book will feature in the ‘Book Nook’ on Heritage Day then will be part of the school library collection. Donations can be dropped off in the box by the front office!
Heritage Day Is Coming! Dress to Celebrate
White Oaks is a beautiful mix of cultures, traditions, and stories, and Heritage Day is a chance to celebrate them all! On Wednesday, March 18, students are invited to come to school dressed in traditional clothing that represents their heritage or wearing the colors of the flag from the country their heritage is from. It’s a fun and meaningful way for students to share and celebrate the cultures that make our community so special. A quick note for families: please make sure your child’s outfit is something they can easily take off by themselves if needed during the school day. This helps keep classroom routines running smoothly for everyone. We can’t wait to see our school filled with color, culture, and pride from around the world!
SCEF News
Fun ways to support your school!
The Starlight Raffle is now open, and our team has secured some truly incredible prizes! This year’s lineup includes tickets for two to the September 14th Emmy Awards, golf at Pebble Beach, a head start on your dream bathroom remodel, and dinner for four at the world-renowned The French Laundry. The winning ticket will be drawn and announced at the March 27, 2026 Gala, but you do not need to be present to win. Want to make it even more fun? Consider purchasing a ticket for your educator as a special thank-you! Order tickets https://www.scefkids.org/
Save the Date for the popular Online Auction including the Teacher Outings - March 23-30. Check www.scefkids.org/events for details. Local businesses, teachers and community members have donated amazing auction items to support our schools. Everyone can participate. This is a great way to support your school while winning a great item or amazing experience. Bid high and bid often. It’s for the kids!
Community News
Family Talk Workshop - Body Basics for K-2 Families
Health Connected will be hosting a Family Talk workshop on Body Basics next Thursday, March 19th from 5:30-6:30pm.
The workshop will be open enrollment style, so families from any school or district can purchase a seat and attend via Zoom from the comfort of their homes. Adults attend with their young person and engage in many short "turn and talk" chats to learn together and build trust.
To sign up, kindly instruct parents to go to this link: Body Basics
Mental Health Workshop for Parents
The mental health team is holding “Let’s Talk about Emotions!”: A Mental Health Workshop for Parents. Join us for an evening of exploring your child’s emotions. We will be covering the psychology behind behaviors, and a helpful tool for talking through feelings with your child. All parents are welcome, but the talk will be focusing on children in the 4th - 8th grade. It will be held in the Arroyo Learning Commons on March 24th from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. If you are interested, please fill out the Google form found here, and look out for our info flyer: https://forms.gle/
The Little Mermaid, Jr!
Come support SCSD grade 4-5 students in The Little Mermaid JR. on March 27 & 28!
Cheer on our amazing young performers as they take the stage in The Little Mermaid JR.! 4th and 5th graders across Arroyo, Mariposa, and San Carlos Charter are working together under the direction of Mugglebee Theater to take us on a journey under the sea. Bring the whole family and celebrate our budding stars!
Performances will be held at Mustang Hall on the following dates:
Friday, March 27, 5:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 28, 1:00 p.m.
No tickets are required!
Notice to Schools: Upcoming Roadway Paving Work (March 16 – April 17, 2026)
The City of San Carlos will begin roadway paving work the week of March 16 through April 17, 2026, which may affect traffic flow, school access, and pick‑up/drop‑off patterns. Please review the information below and share it with your school community as needed.
Sign up to receive Work Zone Weekly at www.cityofsancarlos.org/enews
Find all editions of Work Zone Weekly at www.cityofsancarlos.org/
Ability Awareness - Special Education District Advisory Council for San Carlos School District
Para información en español, haga clic aquí
I’m Barbara Taylor, WO’s new SEDAC parent representative and co-chair of the Culture & Belonging PTA Committee. If your child needs or receives special education or additional support services, SEDAC is relevant to you! (Anny - is it poss to put the questions below in bold text?)
What is SEDAC?
SEDAC is the Special Education District Advisory Council for San Carlos School District.
What does SEDAC do?
The focus of our work is to help SCSD best serve students with additional support needs through: - Providing input on district programs, policies, and procedures. - Sharing key issues, feedback, and successful initiatives to strengthen and expand programs across all campuses. - Organizing the annual Ability Awareness Week each March to promote understanding and inclusion. This year it's w/c March 16th. It kicks off with a movie night (Finding Nemo) on Friday, March 13, 2026 at 6 p.m. at Heather's MU. SEDAC also recently held a parent information session and you can access the slides here.
Email me at [email protected] to share ideas or input about special education that you would like me to raise at our SEDAC meetings, or if you want more information about SEDAC. Please note, I can’t assist with your child's own individual SST, 504, or IEP matters. Please reach out to Principal Tong with any questions or concerns about your child's educational program.
Parent Education Opportunities
Mark your calendars for these exciting events coming up in March!
NEW! Jamie Nuñez, Senior Manager of Outreach and Training at Common Sense Media, offers 3 Practical Ways to Use Technology Safely (recommended for parents of students in grades TK–8) (March 17).
The Neurodiversity Education Series welcomes Jackie Rodriguez, PhD, CEO, National Center for Learning Differences, for What Families Need to Know: Legal Changes and the Future of Special Education (March 18).
Visit the Parent Venture Series of Upcoming Events page for more information.
- Parent Venture Series Events
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