Principal's Post: Sunday, November 8, 2026

Dear Families,

Our first week back following the time change was packed with exciting activities for our students! On Monday afternoon, Judd Winick, the author and illustrator of the popular HiLo series, presented to our 2nd through 5th graders. He did a fabulous job connecting with the students and bringing his stories and artwork to life.

We also want to send a huge shout-out to our Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)! Thanks to your generous fundraising, our students are enjoying incredible off-campus learning experiences. This Thursday, our 1st graders had a wonderful time visiting the Oakland Zoo, while our 4th graders explored the Oakland Museum of California. Thank you for making these memorable field trips possible!

Consistent attendance in elementary school does more than just build a routine - it lays the foundation for your child’s entire educational journey. When students are here every day, they are actively participating in foundational learning that drives academic success. Just as importantly, being present allows them to build strong social-emotional connections, develop lasting friendships, and feel like a valued part of our school community.

Additionally, strong attendance directly supports our school's resources. Our school funding is tied directly to Average Daily Attendance (ADA). When students are absent, our school loses essential funding that goes directly toward classroom materials, enrichment programs, and staffing.

How Are We Doing? Our school-wide attendance for the month of October in 2026 is 95.85%. While this is a strong effort, we have seen a dip compared to the 98.48% attendance rate during this same period in 2025.

​B​elow is a visual comparing our Average Daily Attendance (ADA) by grade leve​l.

We know illnesses happen, and keeping sick kids home is important. But for all other days, let’s work together to ensure our students are here, connecting with their peers, and ready to learn!

As a reminder please keep students at home if they are not feeling well. We have a few students at school with weakened immune systems and even the common cold can potentially result in a serious medical condition. 

Students should stay home from school when they have the following symptoms: 

Diarrhea, nausea or vomiting, elevated temperature, skin rash, ear infections/earaches, eye drainage/pain, body aches, general fatigue or listlessness.  Furthermore, students will need to follow the MHHS protocols for Covid-19. 

Your child must be kept at home for 48 hours after symptoms of vomiting, more than once and diarrhea subside and 24 hours after fever or starting antibiotics. If the illness persists, contact your physician.

If your child has been diagnosed with a contagious illness, provide a doctor note before your child returns to school.