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Get Ready for 2026–27 - SCSD New Student Priority Registration Opens January 7!

New student priority registration is open January 7-30, 2026 for families with incoming TK and Kindergarten students, as well as any students new to SCSD for the coming fall. Registering during this window helps secure your child’s spot and allows us to plan thoughtfully for the year ahead. Make sure you register during this window to help ensure your child’s spot and allows us to plan for the year ahead.

IMPORTANT: If your child is currently in TK–7th grade, no re-registration is needed. This process applies only to NEW students.

Parents of 4-Year-Olds: Big News for UTK!
Universal Transitional Kindergarten continues to grow! Children born between September 2, 2021 and September 1, 2022 are eligible to begin UTK in August 2026. Register during Priority Registration so we can plan classrooms and staffing to best support our youngest learners.

Incoming UTK/K Families (2026–27): Save these Date!
- NEW! Join us for a UPK Parent Information Session on Zoom, Tuesday, January 13 at 5:30 pm to learn all about our UTK programs.
- Attend your school’s Prospective TK/K Parent Tour on Wednesday, January 28. More details are available on your school's website.
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Spaces Available in our San Carlos Early Learning Preschool Program

Did you know? San Carlos School District offers many preschool options so families can choose the program that best fits their needs.

We have early learning/preschool classes on all of our elementary campuses — Arundel, Brittan Acres, Heather & White Oaks. It’s a wonderful way to get to know your incoming school community and start building friendships early!

State-funded preschool spots are available now at Arundel, FREE for eligible families. Your family may qualify for our free, state-funded preschool program, and we can help determine eligibility. For example, a family of four earning up to $127,338 per year may qualify.

At San Carlos Early Learning (@play_shapes_minds), children thrive in a warm, nurturing environment that fosters curiosity, social growth, and school readiness — helping them build the skills they need in Universal Transitional Kindergarten (UTK) and Kindergarten and beyond.

Learn more on our website or contact:
Leah Scholer - [email protected]
Jenny Salazar - [email protected] (habla español)

https://www.scsdk8.org/apps/pages/ELC_Preschool
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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.
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School Contacts

Theresa Fox, Principal
Maryann Eteaki-Taufoou, School Secretary

Upcoming Events

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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

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