Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion School Principal Patricia Alcocer has been named Principal of the Year by Acknowledge Alliance, recognizing her leadership in building inclusive, student-centered school environments. Her work reflects a strong commitment to bilingual education, equity, and fostering meaningful connections that support student success and well-being.

Princess Margaret G. Paz, 7th-grade science teacher at Kennedy Middle School, who was awarded a scholarship to attend the 2025 conference hosted by the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) in Minneapolis. She represented Kennedy and RCSD on a national stage, leading multiple presentations and sharing her work with educators from across the country.

Redwood City School District is beginning the next phase of its Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) work by reviewing and refining goals for the 2026–27 school year. Building on recent progress—including improved attendance, reduced suspensions, strong academic growth, and gains for English Learners—the district is now engaging families, staff, and students to help guide future priorities. Community input gathered through surveys and meetings will play a key role in shaping the next LCAP cycle and ensuring continued focus on equity and student success.

RCSD’s 2025 School Accountability Report Cards (SARCs) are now available, providing families with important information about each school’s programs, staffing, safety, and student demographics. The reports are required by state and federal law and are accessible online in English and Spanish, with printed copies available upon request.

RCSD’s Second Interim Budget Report provides a required midyear update on the district’s finances as of January 31, 2026. The report shows projected revenues of $158.1 million and expenditures of $159.8 million, resulting in a planned $1.7 million deficit covered by reserves. The district maintains a Positive Certification and reserves above state-required levels.

Redwood City School District’s (RCSD) work helping families understand programs, access resources, and stay connected to their child’s education has earned statewide recognition. The district received four 2026 Excellence in Communications Awards from the California School Public Relations Association (CalSPRA), highlighting the impact of clear, accessible communication in strengthening trust and partnership across the community.

Kennedy Middle School and North Star Academy students had an impressive showing at the Bay Area Regional Science Olympiad this month at the College of San Mateo, highlighting Redwood City School District’s (RCSD) commitment to real-world application of student learning.

Redwood City School District’s February 2026 mid-year LCAP update highlights encouraging progress toward its 2027 goals, including improved attendance, reduced suspensions, strong student growth in reading and mathematics on local assessments, and continued gains for English Learners. The update also identifies areas for focused acceleration as the district continues strengthening supports and instructional practices to close equity gaps.