Principal's News
We are so glad that our students are back on campus. Parents played a vital role in educating students last year during distance learning and we are grateful for your partnership. Not only did you supervise and guide learning at home, but many of you supported our PTA and made generous donations to SCEF. Parent engagement is key to a successful education, and I want to thank you for the many ways you make a difference at Tierra Linda.
Your donations to the San Carlos Education Foundation last year are being put to use at Tierra Linda in many ways. SCEF helps our school district purchase Chromebooks, learning applications and Tech Associates, supports our school counselor and social-emotional programs, provides funds for instruments for our fantastic Band and Orchestra Program, and necessarry materials and supplies for Art and Design Innovation. Because of SCEF’s successful Fund-the-Future campaign last year, our new STEMscopes curriculum is being put to work with hands-on learning supplies and materials, and professional development for teachers. Learn more about this exciting new curriculum here. This year I am using my SCEF principal fund to support our electives and outdoor learning environments and classrooms. We are also looking at purchasing amplification systems for our classrooms.
I encourage you to support SCEF this year as they kick-off their annual fund campaign this Wednesday, Nov 10, 2021 with SCEF DAY. Encourage your student to wear green on Wednesday to celebrate the wonderful community support that helps keep San Carlos schools strong. If you haven't already done so, I hope you will consider donating to SCEF. Support from parents like you is critical to help sustain and enhance the education we provide to our students. You can learn more at www.scefkids.org
Day of the Dead, Dia De Los Muertos
In Ms. Drace's Spanish classes, students finished the unit on Day of the Dead, Dia De Los Muertos. Here are some photos of their calavera masks.
Basketball Season Starts
6th Grade Try outs and games will be after the 7/8 season . For more detailed information go to: https://www.scsdsports.org/winter
Tryouts for Basketball
7th Grade Boys
11/8 - 5:15-6:15 @CMS
11/9 - 4:00- 5:00 @ TL
7th Grade Girls
11/8 - 5:15 - 6:15 @ TL
11/9 - 4:00 - 5:00 @ CMS
8th Grade Boys
11/8 - 4:00- 5:00 @ CMS
11/9 - 5:15 - 6:15 @ TL
8th Grade Girls
11/8 - 4:00-5:00 @ TL
11/9 - 5:15- 6:15 @ CMS
Thanksgiving Food Drive Donations for Samaritan House Collection Dates: November 4- November 18
Drop at Bin in front of Office
NO Perishables & NO Glass, please!
Good Options for Donations: Baking & Cooking: All Purpose Flour Cake or Brownie Mix Cooking Oil White or Brown Sugar Canned: Baby Food Canned Fruit in juice Tomatoes Pasta Sauce
Protein: Canned Tuna Canned Chicken Nuts Dry: Ramen Noodles Grain Rice Pasta Dried Fruit Crackers Cereal. Non Perishable Holiday Foods appreciated.
Walk Audit Volunteers Needed & Nursing Notes
Health & Wellness Director Ilana Yakubovich is starting to plan Walk Audits at each school site. Please email her at [email protected] if you would like to volunteer to help with a walk audit or with any ideas or questions. She is looking forward to connecting with you soon!
Nurses Notes - The SCSD Nursing Team learned at the county-wide nurses’ meeting last week that respiratory illnesses in schools are on the rise and that a winter surge of the COVID-19 virus is expected. Please refer to this link for suggestions on how to protect you and your family against the COVID-19 virus. Read more from our Nurses on our Health & Safety page.
Nurses Notes - The SCSD Nursing Team learned at the county-wide nurses’ meeting last week that respiratory illnesses in schools are on the rise and that a winter surge of the COVID-19 virus is expected. Please refer to this link for suggestions on how to protect you and your family against the COVID-19 virus. Read more from our Nurses on our Health & Safety page.
TLM PTA News
November PTA Meeting
We hope you can join us on November 8th at 7:00pm via Zoom. PTA meetings are a great opportunity to hear directly from principals and connect with our parent community. HERE is zoom meeting link and HERE is the agenda. Meeting ID: 841 9130 8616 / Passcode: 254093 (Note, we are using the same mtg ID and passcode all year.)
We hope you can join us on November 8th at 7:00pm via Zoom. PTA meetings are a great opportunity to hear directly from principals and connect with our parent community. HERE is zoom meeting link and HERE is the agenda. Meeting ID: 841 9130 8616 / Passcode: 254093 (Note, we are using the same mtg ID and passcode all year.)
TLM Staff Luncheon hosted by PTA on 11/3 - Thank you!
A huge thanks to those who support our TLM PTA! Thanks to you, we hosted a luncheon for the TLM staff with salads, speciality homemade soups and some yummy desserts on Wednesday, November 3rd. A special thank you to our Hospitality Chair, Lagille Rodriguez, and our wonderful volunteers - Molly Nguyen, Melissa Bilardello, Natalie Berg, Susan Goetz and Susan Ackbury. This event would not have been possible without you!
Spirit Wear is Here!
Welcome to our new online shop for Mariposa and Tierra Linda Spirit Wear. This storefront allows you to purchase items at your convenience throughout the year, instead of one opportunity at the beginning of the year. Items may be added throughout the year as they become available. We welcome feedback about your purchasing experience, item quality, etc at: [email protected]. Happy shopping!
https://www.bonfire.com/store/tierra-linda--mariposa-spirit-wear/
Welcome to our new online shop for Mariposa and Tierra Linda Spirit Wear. This storefront allows you to purchase items at your convenience throughout the year, instead of one opportunity at the beginning of the year. Items may be added throughout the year as they become available. We welcome feedback about your purchasing experience, item quality, etc at: [email protected]. Happy shopping!
https://www.bonfire.com/store/tierra-linda--mariposa-spirit-wear/
San Carlos Education Foundation (SCEF)
SCEF Day is This Week!
Wednesday, November 10 is SCEF Day. For nearly 40 years, the San Carlos Education Foundation (SCEF) has been supporting our schools. Wear Green to show your SCEF pride! Wonder why we have an education foundation in San Carlos? Watch this short Video to learn how SCEF meets the needs of every student, every day, at every school.
See the Golden State Warriors while supporting your schools. Learn more and check out upcoming SCEF events here: scefkids.org/events
Wednesday, November 10 is SCEF Day. For nearly 40 years, the San Carlos Education Foundation (SCEF) has been supporting our schools. Wear Green to show your SCEF pride! Wonder why we have an education foundation in San Carlos? Watch this short Video to learn how SCEF meets the needs of every student, every day, at every school.
See the Golden State Warriors while supporting your schools. Learn more and check out upcoming SCEF events here: scefkids.org/events
San Mateo County Office of Education COVID-19 Vaccination Update - Nov 4
It’s been a banner week for vaccination news, creating both excitement and anxiety. This week’s update provides specific information to help ease concerns about access to vaccinations for children and to help families plan how to schedule appointments for their children. Click on HERE to read the full November 4 update from the San Mateo County Office of Education.
New Location & Additional Days for Curative Van
Please take advantage of the COVID-19 testing provided by the San Mateo County Health Department.
Click on the link to sign up at one of the following locations to begin your regular weekly testing.
Central Middle School (parking lot)
- NEW Mondays 11:00 am-5:00 pm
- Tuesdays & Wednesdays 9:00 am-3:00 pm
- Thursdays 1:00 pm-7:00 pm
- Fridays 11:00 am-5:00 pm
Sign-up for testing at Central here
NEW LOCATION! Tierra Linda Middle School (parking lot)
- Wednesday & Friday 11:00am-5:00 pm
- Saturday 8:00 am-3:00 pm
Sign-up for testing at Tierra Linda here
Other Community Based Testing sites in San Mateo County Here
Click on the link to sign up at one of the following locations to begin your regular weekly testing.
Central Middle School (parking lot)
- NEW Mondays 11:00 am-5:00 pm
- Tuesdays & Wednesdays 9:00 am-3:00 pm
- Thursdays 1:00 pm-7:00 pm
- Fridays 11:00 am-5:00 pm
Sign-up for testing at Central here
NEW LOCATION! Tierra Linda Middle School (parking lot)
- Wednesday & Friday 11:00am-5:00 pm
- Saturday 8:00 am-3:00 pm
Sign-up for testing at Tierra Linda here
Other Community Based Testing sites in San Mateo County Here
Community Foundation of San Carlos & the United Against Hate Movement Poetry Slam Entries Due Nov 9
The Community Foundation of San Carlos is joining the United Against Hate Movement (Nov 14 - Nov 20) and invites you to be part of the movement to help promote acceptance, inclusion, and equity in our town.
Save the Date - Fri, Nov 19
What: Stand United Against Hate Poetry Slam
When: Fri, Nov 19 from 5 PM - 6 PM PT
Where: Devil's Canyon Brewery, 935 Washington Street
Why: Come out and tell your story, use your voice to stand up and share how you combat hate in our community, your experiences with hate, and how we all can become more united. All ages welcome.
How: Deadline for poetry submission is Tues, Nov 9. Register HERE. More details via this link.
Prize: $1500 will be donated to the nonprofit(s) of the winners' choice!
Save the Date - Fri, Nov 19
What: Stand United Against Hate Poetry Slam
When: Fri, Nov 19 from 5 PM - 6 PM PT
Where: Devil's Canyon Brewery, 935 Washington Street
Why: Come out and tell your story, use your voice to stand up and share how you combat hate in our community, your experiences with hate, and how we all can become more united. All ages welcome.
How: Deadline for poetry submission is Tues, Nov 9. Register HERE. More details via this link.
Prize: $1500 will be donated to the nonprofit(s) of the winners' choice!
San Carlos School District SEDAC invites you to a Fall, Festive, Fun event at the San Carlos Youth Center - Nov 13When: Saturday, November 13
When: Saturday, November 13
When: Saturday, November 13
Where: San Carlos Youth Center (1001 Chestnut Street, San Carlos in the Dance Studio room)
Time: 2:00-5:00 pm
Who: San Carlos School District Special Education Families
SEDAC (Special Education District Advisory Council) invites our Special Education families to an intimate Fall event at the San Carlos Youth Center. Come join the fun with arts and crafts, sensory station, a fabulous balloon artist (2:30-3:30), and more!
When: Saturday, November 13
Where: San Carlos Youth Center (1001 Chestnut Street, San Carlos in the Dance Studio room)
Time: 2:00-5:00 pm
Who: San Carlos School District Special Education Families
SEDAC (Special Education District Advisory Council) invites our Special Education families to an intimate Fall event at the San Carlos Youth Center. Come join the fun with arts and crafts, sensory station, a fabulous balloon artist (2:30-3:30), and more!
Join Us for Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day - November 17, 2021
Ruby made a lasting impact on the Civil Rights Movement and paved the way for future generations of students of color. Her courage inspired a group of 5th graders from South San Francisco, California and with the help of San Mateo County Safe Routes to School, they created Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day.
Walk with us on November 17th to celebrate Ruby’s courageous action and to show support for social justice, equity and inclusion in our schools.
Click HERE to to watch the promotional video and sign up for Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day.
The California State Senate recently passed a resolution about Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day! Click HERE to read it.
Help us take this day NATIONWIDE! Questions??? Please contact San Mateo County Safe Routes to School – [email protected]
Walk with us on November 17th to celebrate Ruby’s courageous action and to show support for social justice, equity and inclusion in our schools.
Click HERE to to watch the promotional video and sign up for Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day.
The California State Senate recently passed a resolution about Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day! Click HERE to read it.
Help us take this day NATIONWIDE! Questions??? Please contact San Mateo County Safe Routes to School – [email protected]
Each Green Corner Needs YOUR Help - Mariposa/TL Workday Nov 20
Come help Each Green Corner with regular care of our Living Campus! We will start at 9:00 am and work until our tasks are complete (estimated 12:30/1:00 pm). Our Living Campus work days have tasks appropriate for registered volunteers age 5 and up! Please use links below to register. Please bring gloves, snacks and a water bottle. Tasks may include:
- Weeding beds and planting areas;
- Pruning and harvesting;
- Preparing in-ground furrows & raised garden beds;
- Mulching, sheet mulching, and/or other ground preparation;
- Trash cleanup, and/or
- Other special tasks to help grow our Living Campus and further EGC’s mission!
- November 13 Arroyo/Central workday; this workday is a 4H only event
- November 20 Mariposa/TL workday: sign up here
Please check the website for additional workdays and new garden installation days: www.eachgreencorner.org
- Weeding beds and planting areas;
- Pruning and harvesting;
- Preparing in-ground furrows & raised garden beds;
- Mulching, sheet mulching, and/or other ground preparation;
- Trash cleanup, and/or
- Other special tasks to help grow our Living Campus and further EGC’s mission!
- November 13 Arroyo/Central workday; this workday is a 4H only event
- November 20 Mariposa/TL workday: sign up here
Please check the website for additional workdays and new garden installation days: www.eachgreencorner.org
Parent Education Opportunities
Parent Venture Series - https://www.parentventure.org/events
Changing Perspectives Parent Nights for TK-12 Families - First Session is November 9, 5:30pm-7:00pm. The San Mateo County Office of Education invites Sam Drazin, founder and CEO of Changing Perspectives, to lead two virtual family nights on social emotional learning (SEL) and how to incorporate it at home. He will break SEL down into core competencies and share valuable strategies and resources to support students’ well-being and learning. Learn more.
What are the myths (and truths) about CA higher education? Join admission experts from UC, CSU, and CCC for an eye-opening conversation, Mythbusters: The Truth About the California Higher Education Systems (November 9, Online).
Eran Magen, PhD, founder of Parenting for Humans, joins us for a new Parent Forum (English), Helping Your Child Build Good Habits (November 12, Online).
On Wednesday, November 17, Edwin Fernandez, LCSW, One Life Counseling Center, presents a Parent Forum (Spanish), Scary Questions About Alcohol and Other Drugs. The Parent Forums are an initiative of Sequoia Healthcare District.
NEW! How can kids manage their social relationships, both in and out of school? Author/educators Ana Homayoun and Phyllis Fagell present Friends, Frenemies & Friendlier Friends: Navigating School Social Dynamics (November 18, Online).
Changing Perspectives Parent Nights for TK-12 Families - First Session is November 9, 5:30pm-7:00pm. The San Mateo County Office of Education invites Sam Drazin, founder and CEO of Changing Perspectives, to lead two virtual family nights on social emotional learning (SEL) and how to incorporate it at home. He will break SEL down into core competencies and share valuable strategies and resources to support students’ well-being and learning. Learn more.
What are the myths (and truths) about CA higher education? Join admission experts from UC, CSU, and CCC for an eye-opening conversation, Mythbusters: The Truth About the California Higher Education Systems (November 9, Online).
Eran Magen, PhD, founder of Parenting for Humans, joins us for a new Parent Forum (English), Helping Your Child Build Good Habits (November 12, Online).
On Wednesday, November 17, Edwin Fernandez, LCSW, One Life Counseling Center, presents a Parent Forum (Spanish), Scary Questions About Alcohol and Other Drugs. The Parent Forums are an initiative of Sequoia Healthcare District.
NEW! How can kids manage their social relationships, both in and out of school? Author/educators Ana Homayoun and Phyllis Fagell present Friends, Frenemies & Friendlier Friends: Navigating School Social Dynamics (November 18, Online).
San Carlos Lions Club Presents Photos with Santa - Nov 13
Prepare for the holidays and get a photo with Santa on Saturday, Nov 13 from 11:00am-4:00pm at One Step Beyond - 575 Old County Road, San Carlos. Families, kids, pets, everyone is welcome! No appointment necessary, first come, first served!
$20 donation (cash only) for sitting includes 1 digital photo sent to you via email, proceeds to to support Canine Companions and the San Carlos Lions Club. For more information, visit the Lions Club of San Carlos website.
$20 donation (cash only) for sitting includes 1 digital photo sent to you via email, proceeds to to support Canine Companions and the San Carlos Lions Club. For more information, visit the Lions Club of San Carlos website.
City of San Carlos Flag Football & Basketball Leagues
Friday Night Under the Lights!
Flag Football This coed youth flag football program is intended for boys and girls of all experience levels and emphasizes skill development, good sportsmanship, team work, and fun!
Registration Deadline: Friday, November 12
Skills Evaluations: Saturday, December 4 at Highlands Park
Season: January 7 – March 4 at Highlands Park (no games February 25) Resident:
$180 Non-resident: $200. Learn more and register online at cityofsancarlos.org/register
Youth Basketball League Information
Recreation Youth Basketball Recreation Basketball is a fun, low-pressure way to learn and enjoy the game of basketball. Equal playing time for all! K/1st grade league is co-ed; 2nd/3rd and 4th/5th/6th leagues are single gender.
Registration Deadline: Friday, November 12
Skills Evaluations: Saturday, December 11 at San Carlos Youth Center
Season: January 8 – March 5 at San Carlos Youth Center (no games February 19)
Resident: $160 Non-resident: $180. Learn more and register online at cityofsancarlos.org/register
Flag Football This coed youth flag football program is intended for boys and girls of all experience levels and emphasizes skill development, good sportsmanship, team work, and fun!
Registration Deadline: Friday, November 12
Skills Evaluations: Saturday, December 4 at Highlands Park
Season: January 7 – March 4 at Highlands Park (no games February 25) Resident:
$180 Non-resident: $200. Learn more and register online at cityofsancarlos.org/register
Youth Basketball League Information
Recreation Youth Basketball Recreation Basketball is a fun, low-pressure way to learn and enjoy the game of basketball. Equal playing time for all! K/1st grade league is co-ed; 2nd/3rd and 4th/5th/6th leagues are single gender.
Registration Deadline: Friday, November 12
Skills Evaluations: Saturday, December 11 at San Carlos Youth Center
Season: January 8 – March 5 at San Carlos Youth Center (no games February 19)
Resident: $160 Non-resident: $180. Learn more and register online at cityofsancarlos.org/register
COVID Reminders - Stay Home When Sick and Get Tested
Staying home when sick and getting tested for COVID-19 are two of the most effective ways to keep our community safe. Click here to for more information.
Common Symptoms of COVID-19 (CDPH)
- Headache, Fever or Chills, Cough, Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, Fatigue (tiredness), Muscle or body aches, New Loss of taste or smell, Sore throat, Congestion or runny nose, Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhea
- If you have any of the symptoms listed above, call your school office to report an illness, stay home, and take a COVID test.
- If you need to report a COVID case, please call our District Nurse - Page Pollack at 650-632-8300 (Arroyo Office) or Human Resources at 650-590-5922 if the Nurse is unavailable.
For additional information, visit our COVID-19 Resources page and review the SCSD Health & Safety Plan.
Common Symptoms of COVID-19 (CDPH)
- Headache, Fever or Chills, Cough, Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, Fatigue (tiredness), Muscle or body aches, New Loss of taste or smell, Sore throat, Congestion or runny nose, Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhea
- If you have any of the symptoms listed above, call your school office to report an illness, stay home, and take a COVID test.
- If you need to report a COVID case, please call our District Nurse - Page Pollack at 650-632-8300 (Arroyo Office) or Human Resources at 650-590-5922 if the Nurse is unavailable.
For additional information, visit our COVID-19 Resources page and review the SCSD Health & Safety Plan.
Transitional Kindergarten Expansion & New Student Registration
Did you know that California is expanding Transitional Kindergarten (TK) until all 4 year olds are eligible by 2025-26?
- For the upcoming 2022-23 school year, parents of students who turn 5 between September 2 and February 1, 2023 can register their children for Transitional Kindergarten (TK). This expands the program by two additional birth months.
- TK is still optional and parents may choose to keep their children enrolled in preschool or day care until they are eligbile to enter Kindergarten.
- Stay tuned for more information on what TK programming will look like in SCSD and plans for a robust early learning aftercare program to support families who need all day care.
- Visit our Transitional Kindergarten page to learn more about the program.
It's almost time to register for next year! Here are some important Key Dates:
- SCSD will hold its Virtual TK/Kindergarten Welcome Night on Monday, January 10 from 6:30-7:30 pm. The presentation includes an introduction to SCEF, PTA, Tutoring, Extended Day, Preschool & Wellness Programs and overview of the student registration process. A Zoom link will be available on the District website in January.
- On Tuesday, January 11 the PowerSchool Priority Registration Opens for All New Students at 12:00 pm. Families will create an account and register students online.
- On Wednesday, January 26, schools will hold their Virtual Elementary School Tours for Incoming TK/Kindergarten Families from 4:00-4:30 pm.
- Friday, February 11 the PowerSchool Priority Registration Deadline, 4:00 pm.
- For the upcoming 2022-23 school year, parents of students who turn 5 between September 2 and February 1, 2023 can register their children for Transitional Kindergarten (TK). This expands the program by two additional birth months.
- TK is still optional and parents may choose to keep their children enrolled in preschool or day care until they are eligbile to enter Kindergarten.
- Stay tuned for more information on what TK programming will look like in SCSD and plans for a robust early learning aftercare program to support families who need all day care.
- Visit our Transitional Kindergarten page to learn more about the program.
It's almost time to register for next year! Here are some important Key Dates:
- SCSD will hold its Virtual TK/Kindergarten Welcome Night on Monday, January 10 from 6:30-7:30 pm. The presentation includes an introduction to SCEF, PTA, Tutoring, Extended Day, Preschool & Wellness Programs and overview of the student registration process. A Zoom link will be available on the District website in January.
- On Tuesday, January 11 the PowerSchool Priority Registration Opens for All New Students at 12:00 pm. Families will create an account and register students online.
- On Wednesday, January 26, schools will hold their Virtual Elementary School Tours for Incoming TK/Kindergarten Families from 4:00-4:30 pm.
- Friday, February 11 the PowerSchool Priority Registration Deadline, 4:00 pm.