April 19, 2026
IN THIS ISSUE
- Principal’s Message
- Breakfast/Lunch Menu
- School News: School Dance
- PTA News: 2026/2027 PTA Board Slate, Founders' Day
- SCEF News: Upcoming SCEF Events for Hometown Days
- Community News: Earth Day Art Competition, Hometown Days, San Carlos United Tryouts, Parent Education Opportunities
IMPORTANT DATES
Wed, April 22: Volunteer Appreciation Gathering in Library 8:15-9:30 a.m.
Fri, April 24: WO School Dance - Color Pop Dance Party 6-8 p.m.
Wed, May 6: Founders' Day
Mon, May 25: Memorial Day (no school)
Principal’s Message
Dear White Oaks Families,
A reminder that this Wednesday, April 22, 2026 is our Volunteer Appreciation Day. Our teachers, staff, and I would love to express our gratitude to you with some morning treats in the library at 8:15 a.m. I hope you can join us!
This week, I worked with our teaching team and the School Site Council on our Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP). We reflected on the various actions taken by our school to address goals that are based on our Strategic Plan. We are doing great things at White Oaks and there are also areas where we are showing progress and/or need attention. Our LCAP will be presented at an upcoming school board meeting.
One action item that we are working on in the LCAP is: providing parent/caregiver education and resources to support parents/caregivers at home and to increase parent and student engagement in school.
I’m sharing a workshop opportunity at the San Carlos library. I thought this topic would be of interest to our families. Check out the information below!
In community,
Rosina Tong
Principal
Free workshop on Managing Kids' Screen Time, Gaming, and Safe Social Media Use. Come to San Carlos Library on Wednesday, April 29 at 6:00 p.m.!
The program will be led by Dr. Morgan Eldridge, Psychologist with the Mood Disorders Center at the Child Mind Institute. Participants will explore how to support balanced, developmentally appropriate engagement with technology while gaining a deeper understanding of potential risks, such as excessive use, unsafe online interactions, and exposure to inappropriate content. The session also emphasizes the critical role of active caregiver involvement in helping children navigate digital spaces safely and responsibly.
https://smcl.bibliocommons.
Weekly Menu
School News
All-School Spring Dance: Color Pop Disco
YOU’RE INVITED... Put some "pop" in your step! Join us for a night of dazzling lights and disco delights.
WHEN: Friday Night, April 24th 6-8 p.m.
WHO: All White Oaks Students
WHERE: White Oaks MU Room at School Sign-up for the School Dance - RSVP (Digital Ticket) below for all students by April 20
**** Sign-up by QR Code or LINK ***
Featuring:
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Live DJ playing kid-friendly hits!
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The "Color Flash" Photo Booth + Organized Games
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Refreshments at the "Electric Cafe"
With the theme this year, students are also encouraged to dress in Colorful, Neon, Bright, Glow, Shiny clothing or wear White Oaks Spirit gear.
This is a White Oaks PTA Sponsored event for the students.
Reminder: Event is open to only current White Oaks Students and their Chaperones / Guardians.
PTA News
2026-2027 PTA Board Slate and Volunteers Still Needed
Below is our slate for the 2026-2027 school year.
Great news, we were able to fill the position of President (thank you Erinn Steinberg!)
We do still need an Executive Vice President to help our President! There are also 3 more open positions as listed below.
If you are able to help, please email Aurelia Abcouwer at [email protected] or Mariel Valezzi at [email protected]
Join us for Founders' Day - May 6
The White Oaks PTA warmly invites you to attend our 76th Founders' Day, a celebration of our volunteers, teachers, and community!
The Honorary Service Awards at Founders' Day will recognize those who have answered the call to serve and made a long-standing impact on our White Oaks school community.
Our special event will take place inside the White Oaks MU and will feature entertainment from our spring school play, "Moana.”
Founders’ Day will be on May 6th at 6:30pm in the MU.
If you would like to come we kindly as that you RSVP via our Evite link here.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Your Founders’ Day Team
SCEF News
Last Chance to sign up for the SCEF Cornhole Tournament, Sunday, April 26th, 1:00pm-6 p.m.
Grab a partner and join the fun. Enjoy an afternoon of cornhole, food, drinks and community while supporting San Carlos schools. No experience needed. Each team entry will include round-robin play for two adults. Register today!
SCEF/SCC Derby Race is coming to Hometown Days on Saturday, May 16!
Come cheer on SCC students as they race their self-built cars down Arroyo Hill in this exciting STEM showcase. A limited number of Derby Car sponsorships are still available—an excellent opportunity to promote your business while supporting hands-on student learning. Email Kathy Parmer-Lohan at [email protected] for more information.
Congratulations to our Starlight Raffle Winner, Chad and Christy Greene. They won a dinner at the French Laundry. We are grateful to everyone who participated for a chance to win.
Thank you to our 2026 Emerald Sponsors for their extraordinary commitment to San Carlos public schools: Heckenberg Realty, TOWN, Alexandria Real Estate Equities, and Premia/Prince Street. We are grateful to them for their generous support!
Community News
San Carlos Hometown Days is Almost Here!
Hometown Days returns May 15 - 17 with three full days of festivities! Featuring live music, games, rides, beer and wine gardens, a derby, and several new additions, there’s something for everyone at Hometown Days! To stay up to date and get involved, please visit cityofsancarlos.org/
Family Cornhole Tournament
San Carlos Hometown Days will be hosting its 1st Annual Family Cornhole Tournament on Saturday, May 16 at Burton Park from 12 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Visit our website here for registration.
Ryan Greco Memorial Art and Coloring Contest
Local youth are invited to showcase their creativity at our Annual Art Contest (Grades 6-8 & 9-12) and Coloring Contest (Grades TK-3 & 4-5). Submissions are accepted beginning April 1 at the Youth Center and will close on May 8. Download the coloring pages and submission forms here.
Pet Palooza
Got a cool pet you want to show off? Sign up for the Hometown Days Pet Palooza and enter your pet in one of three categories: Best in Show, Best Dressed, or Most Unique! The Pet Palooza takes place on Sunday, May 17 at the Madsen Field Stage. Check-in begins at 9:45 a.m. Register here.
Fun Run
Celebrate San Carlos pride at the Hometown Days Fun Run on Sunday, May 17 at 8:30 a.m.! Choose a 5K or 10K and enjoy a fun, non-competitive run for all ages, complete with a commemorative medal. Learn More and Register here.
San Carlos United Tryouts!
San Carlos United Soccer Club will hold tryouts for boys and girls in 1st to 11th grade starting in May 2026 for the Fall 2026 season. If interested, please register online at https://www.sancarlosunited.
Mark your calendars for great events coming up this spring!
How do we support our children’s autonomy? Psychologist Emily Edlynn, PhD, joins us for Autonomy-Supportive Parenting: Reduce Parental Burnout & Raise Competent, Confident Children (April 22).
NEW! Jamie Nuñez, Senior Manager of Outreach and Training, Common Sense Media, presents 3 Maneras prácticas para usar la tecnología con seguridad (en español) (3 Practical Ways to Use Technology Safely) (April 23).
Visit the Parent Venture Series of Upcoming Events page for more information.
- Parent Venture Series Events
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