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New Student Priority Registration Opens January 8

New Student Priority Registration for the 2025-26 school year is approaching!

Welcome to the San Carlos School District!

We're more than just educators—we're a community dedicated to fostering growth, learning, and success for every child. Whether you're a new family or a new member of our staff, we're thrilled to have you join us on this exciting journey!

Ready to dive into a world of learning, creativity, and endless possibilities? Watch our new Welcome Video!

Join Our Team at SCSD!

We're excited to announce a variety of part-time and full-time opportunities at SCSD, where you can make a difference in the lives of students every day! We are especially in need of a Food Service Worker at Brittan Acres Elementary—a perfect role for anyone passionate about fueling young minds and being part of a vibrant school community.

2023-24 SCSD Annual Report Now Available!

As part of our commitment to transparency and open communication, we are pleased to present our 2023-24 Annual Report on the state of our schools and district.

In this report, you will find details of our outstanding student outcomes, information on our refreshed Strategic Plan and Facilities Master Plan, and updates on the remarkable work of our educators. We are immensely grateful to you for the successful passage of a $176 million dollar bond to improve our facilities. Thank you for your support!

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School Contacts

Theresa Fox, Principal

Maryann Eteaki-Taufoou, School Secretary

Phone: 650-832-4201

Email: [email protected]

Upcoming Events

TLM Family Cultural Night

Time: 6 PM – 8 PM

Nov 7

Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day

Time: 8 AM – 8:20 AM

Nov 14

Mariposa Clean Up Day

Time: 9 AM – 11 AM

Nov 17

PTA Meeting @ Paris Baguette

Time: 6:30 PM – 8 PM

Nov 19

Mariposa/Tierra Linda Book Fair

Dec 9

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Message from Our Principal, Theresa Fox

Welcome to Mariposa Upper Elementary! Our Mariposa mascot is the Monarch butterfly and our motto is “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 Mariposa 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 Mariposa 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 Mariposa community, because TOGETHER WE SOAR!

Warmly,

Theresa Fox

Principal