Following the success of the elementary school Illustrative Mathematics program, Imagine IM K-5, committee members had selected Imagine IM 6-8 for a 2024-25 pilot period. The Board of Trustees recently approved official adoption of the curriculum for the upcoming school year.

English Language Learner progress moved to “green” according to the California Dashboard, as measured by The English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC). 

The first phase of installations will begin this summer at Adelante Selby, Hoover, Roosevelt, and Taft, as these schools require fewer structural and electrical modifications. The remaining campuses will receive upgrades in subsequent phases until every school is equipped with a modern HVAC system.

Expanding its focus on quality of taste and ingredients by creating “fast scratch” menu items that allow staff to make large batches of nutritious food at school sites, CNS staff are working tirelessly to present wholesome, “kid-approved” meals to RCSD’s thousands of students. 

This library refresh comes from an exciting partnership between the school and non-profit Access Books Bay Area. 

Redwood City School District (RCSD) is gearing up for a new phase in its Facilities Master Plan (FMP) development process, inviting community members to engage in upcoming opportunities to provide feedback and shape the future of school facilities across the district.

The California Parent School Survey (CPSP) provides an opportunity for school leaders to hear insight from those who know their children best–parents and guardians. It guides the district's and schools’ efforts to promote safety, enhance learning supports, and improve student achievement.

Redwood City School District (RCSD) has received the results of its annual financial audits, confirming strong fiscal management and transparency in the use of public funds.

As incoming kindergarten families get ready for the new school year, families need to turn in their child's Kindergarten Oral Health Assessment form (KOHA) by May 30. A California requirement, all kindergartners and first graders enrolling in public school for their first year must have an oral health screening completed by a licensed dental professional. 

The district expresses gratitude to the community for its continued support, emphasizing that these initiatives would not be possible without the support of Measure S, which voters approved in November of 2022.

This year’s theme, “Building Resilience in Our Students,” energized more than 115 participants including students from several schools, community organizations, and elected officials.

Families and staff should stay alert for any updates regarding school operations by ensuring their contact information is up to date for robocalls, email, and text alerts and regularly checking the district and school websites. In the event of severe weather, the district will communicate important information about potential schedule changes, including delayed starts, early dismissals, or closures. Being proactive and staying informed will help ensure student and staff safety and minimize disruptions during winter weather conditions.

December saw the induction of two Trustees who are ready to take on new roles in support of RCSD’s mission to create a safe and supportive, inspirational and rigorous, joyful and inclusive environment for all learners.

Through Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), RCSD provides students with opportunities to feel supported in their smaller successes and wins along the path to larger achievements. PBIS is an all encompassing approach to social, emotional, and behavior support with an aim to improve outcomes for all students in their daily lives at RCSD and beyond.

Structured literacy is an approach to reading that benefits all students in the classroom, including those with difficulty decoding words or students with dyslexia. This approach, designed to serve diverse learners, addresses phonological skills, decoding and spelling.

Coming to school each day is key for children to stay on pace with their learning. As the New Year gets underway, it’s a great time to refresh routines.

Two Kennedy Middle School students recently took part in the annual RethinkWaste Poster Contest, placing second and third, respectively, in the middle school category.

The Redwood City School District (RCSD) Board of Trustees celebrated the retirement of Trustees Janet Lawson and Alisa MacAvoy and welcomed newly sworn-in members Jennifer Ng Kwing King and David Li. 

These drafts were created with significant input from the community, highlighting RCSD’s commitment to an inclusive planning process.

The first day of school and other important dates for the upcoming 2025-26 school year are now set for TK-8 students.