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Arroyo Eagle Eye - August 17, 2025

IN THIS ISSUE: Principal’s Message, Welcome, SCSD Learner Profile, new Arroyo staff, Arroyo Day, announcements & reminders, weekly menu

2025 San Carlos School District Annual Report Now Available

We are thrilled to share the 2025 SCSD Annual Report with you! This year, our dedicated staff, dynamic students, supportive families, and our community’s invaluable support have driven increased enrollment and improved student outcomes, making it a joyful year of learning.

We Are Hiring!

Join the San Carlos School District Team for the 2025–26 School Year!

Are you ready to make a meaningful difference? We’re seeking passionate, dedicated professionals to help lead and support our thriving school community.

Why Choose San Carlos?
• Be part of a student-centered district that values innovation and excellence
• Collaborate with committed educators, engaged families, and supportive leadership
• Inspire the next generation through creative and impactful learning experiences

Make your mark. Shape the future. Learn more and apply today!

Arroyo Day Welcome Event - Monday, Aug. 18th, 4-6 p.m.

Our joint Arroyo/Central PTA is excited to welcome new and returning families back to school and hope to see you on campus at our Arroyo Day Welcome Event on Monday, Aug. 18, 4-6 p.m.! Families will have the opportunity to meet others from their class, take an outdoor, self-guided tour of campus, and enjoy some games and activities set up by our PTA. Bring a picnic dinner and purchase shaved ice from the Kona Ice Truck. We will also have folks on hand to answer questions, sign-up sheets for various volunteer roles, and info on how to join the PTA and support SCEF. Hope to see you there!

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School Contacts

650-632-8300

Tracey Olazar at [email protected]

Upcoming Events

Arroyo Back to School Night

Time: 6 PM – 7:30 PM

Aug 28

Minimum Day

Aug 29

No School - Labor Day

Sep 1

CMS/Arroyo PTA Meeting

Time: 7 PM – 8:30 PM

Sep 17

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Message from Our Principal, Mindy Shelton

Welcome to Arroyo Upper Elementary! Our Arroyo mascot is the Eagle and Together We Soar, as we come together as a school community to support our students in connecting with their peers and growing socially and academically.

The fourth and fifth grade years are such a special time of transition and growing independence. At Arroyo we strive to support each child’s developmental needs at this stage. This includes:

- Helping students develop a sense of ownership for their learning and encouraging independence, goal setting, and a growth mindset
- Engaging students in project-based learning to deepen their collaboration, communication and critical thinking skills
- Supporting parents as partners in their child’s educational journey

These same student skills, mindsets and dispositions are also embedded in the Learner Profile in our newly updated SCSD Strategic Plan. The Learner Profile is our roadmap for bringing SCSD’s mission to life, and you’ll hear us talking more throughout the upcoming year about the ways in which we are leaning into this with our 4th and 5th graders. The Learner Profile states:

“SCSD learners are curious problem solvers, self-aware learners, and kind citizens. They understand that learning is not only about acquiring knowledge but also about developing strong interpersonal skills, taking ownership of their learning, developing the ability to adapt and reflect, and being prepared to contribute to their community and the world at large.”

Beyond our goals for students as learners, our broader aim is to make every student and family at Arroyo feel valued and connected. Without that sense of belonging, we cannot accomplish any of our larger academic goals for our students. Because of this, you’ll notice events for families throughout the year to help you build connections with our campus, our staff, and with other students and families.

We hope you’ll take the time to connect with our Arroyo community, because TOGETHER WE SOAR!

Warmly,

Mindy Shelton

Principal