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Summer Registration | June 23 - August 1, 2025

New to San Carlos School District for the 2025-26 School Year? Welcome to our community! While school offices are closed for the summer, new student registration is still open online through PowerSchool Enrollment.

Important Reminder: Due to limited space and high demand, Transitional Kindergarten (TK) and 6th grade placements are filling quickly. Enrollment is processed on a first-come, first-served basis—so we encourage you to register as soon as possible.

If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].

🌞 Summer Hours for the Registration Department 🌞
Mondays & Wednesdays: Afternoons only | Tuesdays & Thursdays: Open 9:00 - 5:00 | Fridays & Holidays: Closed

SUN Bucks Summer Food Program Renewed For Kids in 2025!

California’s Summer EBT program, known as SUN Bucks, is returning in 2025. This food program provides families $40 per month for food in June, July, and August ($120 total) when children do not have access to school meals.

Join us for Honorary Service Awards - May 21st at 5:15 p.m.

Please join us at the Honorary Service Awards on Wednesday, May 21, at 5:15 p.m. We will recognize the following individuals for their outstanding service to children and youth in our community with an award presentation, a pizza dinner for all, and a performance by the CMS Jazz Band! The event will take place just before the Open House. If you’re able to donate or create some bouquets for our honorees or help us serve pizza that evening to families, please sign up here!

Save the Date May 21st: PTA Meeting at 8:45 a.m.

Please join us on Wednesday, May 21, at 8:45 a.m. in the school library for our last formal PTA meeting of the school year. Coffee and baked goods will be available. Click here for the agenda.

Arroyo Eagle Eye - May 18, 2025

IN THIS ISSUE: Principal’s Message, Hometown Days recap, Walk through the Revolution, VR experience, state testing wrapping up, Celebration of Learning, upcoming events, Mental Health Awareness month & resources, weekly menu

Arroyo Eagle Eye - May 11, 2025

IN THIS ISSUE: Principal’s Message, Teacher & Staff appreciation recap, S&S recap, state testing, Hometown Days, Celebration of Learning, Spirit Wear, upcoming events, weekly menu

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School Contacts

650-632-8300

Tracey Olazar at [email protected]

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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