Past Events

State Testing April 28–May 16

Date: April 28, 2025

Every year, California students take several statewide tests. When combined with other measures such as grades, class work, and teacher observations, these tests give families and teachers a more complete picture of their child’s learning. You can use the results to identify where your child is doing well and where they might need more support.

Your child may take one or more of the following California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP), English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC), and Physical Fitness Test assessments. Pursuant to California Education Code Section 60615, parents and guardians may annually submit to the school a written request to excuse their child from any or all of the CAASPP assessments. This exemption does not exist for the ELPAC or Physical Fitness Test.

CAASPP Smarter Balanced Assessments for English Language Arts/Literacy (ELA) and Math

• Who takes these tests? Students in grades 3–8 and grade 11 take these tests.

• What is the test format? The Smarter Balanced assessments are computer-based.

• Which standards are tested? The California Common Core State Standards.

California Alternate Assessments (CAAs) for ELA and Math

• Who takes these tests? Students whose individualized education program (IEP) identifies the use of alternate assessments take the CAAs for ELA and Math in grades 3–8 and grade 11.

• What is the test format? The CAAs for ELA and Math are computer-based tests that are administered one-on-one by a test examiner who is familiar with the student.

• Which standards are tested? Alternate achievement standards called the Core Content Connectors derived from the California Common Core State Standards.

California Science Test (CAST)

• Who takes the test? Students take the CAST in grades 5 and 8 and once in high school, either in grade 10, 11, or 12.

• What is the test format? The CAST is computer-based.

• Which standards are tested? The California Next Generation Science Standards (CA NGSS).

California Alternate Assessment (CAA) for Science

• Who takes the test? Students whose IEP identifies the use of an alternate assessment take the CAA for Science in grades 5 and 8 and once in high school, either in grade 10, 11, or 12.

• What is the test format? The CAA for Science is a computer-based series of four embedded performance tasks. The test is administered one-on-one by a test examiner who is familiar with the student shortly after the science content is taught.

• Which standards are tested? Alternate achievement standards called the Core Content Connectors derived from the California Next Generation Science Standards (CA NGSS)

California Spanish Assessment (CSA)

• Who takes the test? The CSA is an optional test for students in grades 3–12 that tests their Spanish reading, listening, and writing mechanics.

• What is the test format? The CSA is computer-based.

• Which standards are tested? The California Common Core State Standards en Español.

Physical Fitness Test

• Who takes the test? Students in grades 5, 7, and 9 will take the FITNESSGRAM®, which is the test used in California.

• What is the test format? The test consists of five performance components: aerobic capacity, abdominal strength, trunk strength, upper body strength, and flexibility.

• What is Reported? Student participation (by component, by grade level) shall be reported in the local educational agency’s Student Accountability Report Card.
  
  

Sportswear & Gear Donation Drive

Date: April 25, 2025

Last day: looking to collect all types of gently loved sports or athletic wear for all children sizes up to adult small size (please NO shoes, cleats), gear such as deflated balls, cups, gloves, hats, caps. No winter clothes please. Collection bins located in the lobby outside the auditorium.

Join our mission in supporting young children in the Philippines! These children enjoy playing sports wherever and whenever they can. Donating your gently loved jerseys or gear would bring them happiness, and lots of joy.

Any Questions? Contact Bailey Mok or Ethan Chen.

This program is not sponsored by the Millbrae Elementary School District. Approval to distribute flyers is a community service and does not imply endorsement.

Friday Early Pickups

Date: April 25, 2025

Vice Principal Nichols: we are hosting a whole school rally from 1:55 PM–2:55 PM in Shea Center. If you need to pick up your student early, please give the office advanced notice by 12 PM so we can prepare your student for you. Without advanced notice and barring an emergency please avoid picking up your student between 1:55 PM and 3 PM dismissal bell.

Math Placement Test

Date: April 24, 2025

6th graders will participate in Round 1 during your student’s regular math class on April 23 or April 24.

Students who are absent on these dates or who score below 80% on Round 1 test will have an opportunity to take a make-up test on Thursday, May 1st, 2:15 PM. Those students may sign up for the make-up test.

Families will be notified of their student’s scores for Round 1 on Friday, April 25 and Friday, May 2.

Students who score 80% or above on Round 1 test have the opportunity to take Round 2 placement test on Thursday, May 22nd, 12:45 PM–2:45 PM, library Shea Center.

Families will be notified of their student’s scores ​for Round 2 ​by Friday, June 6. Other factors considered include student’s California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) scores and 6th grade math grade.

Class of 2025 Donation

Date: April 14, 2025

8th Grade Committee: Our kids’ final month of middle school is quickly approaching. We are in the midst of planning for 8th grade activities listed below.

Please help make these events extra special for your child! Donate now.

dance, May 15th, 5 PM–7:30 PM, auditorium
Get ready to celebrate this fantastic opportunity to mark the end of middle school and the exciting beginning of a new chapter for our students. To make this special night a success, we are in need of enthusiastic volunteers – your support would be greatly appreciated! Please note that this is a supervised event with no in-and-out privileges to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all attendees. Let's come together to create a memorable celebration for our graduating 8th graders!

San Francisco Giants baseball game, May 21st, 8:30 AM–5 PM
Permission slips will be sent home in the coming weeks and must be signed and returned for your student to participate in this exciting outing. To help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all, we are in need of parent chaperones who have completed the volunteer clearance process. Please indicate your interest in chaperoning when you return the permission slip. Students who choose not to attend the game or are on the Loss of Privilege list will have a regular school day on campus. For those attending the game, we will depart from school and walk together to Caltrain station for a fun day at the ballpark. We anticipate returning to campus around 5 PM, at which time all students will be picked up from school. We appreciate your support and look forward to a memorable day at the ballpark!

breakfast, May 28
To kick off their promotion practice on Wednesday, May 28th, they will enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast generously donated by our wonderful local Lions Club. It’s a fantastic way to fuel up and celebrate this special milestone together!

promotion, May 30th, 10 AM, Shea Center

• Each 8th grader gets two tickets. Tickets will be distributed on May 27. No person will be able to gain entry to the promotion ceremony without a ticket. Event will be streamed live through MCTV for those without a ticket.

• Doors will open at 9:30 AM and seating is first come, first served. Volunteers decorating the Shea Center may not save seats.

• Balloons and noisemakers: please enjoy the ceremony responsibly as we celebrate the students. Noisemakers will not be permitted inside the Shea Center, and balloons will be stored at the back of the ceremony.

• Student Dress: students should dress appropriate for the occasion, comfortably, safely, and with pride. Please no jeans or shorts.

• LifeTouch will be with us to take promotion photos

Screen Time Agreements That Stick

Date: April 8, 2025

6:30 PM–8 PM in the auditorium, please join our Taylor PTA and Screen Time presenters. Sign up.

When it comes to screens, many parents are fed up feeling like police officers or pushovers and sometimes both on the same day. In this workshop, parents learn how to create screen time agreements that actually stick, by engaging their kids in the process and addressing their own fears in a way that creates collaboration, not conflict. It’s for parents who are looking for an approach that doesn’t rely on threats, punishment, or power struggles, but that still provides peace of mind. And it's for kids as young as 10 who want to do more of what they want, more of the time, in a way that works for everyone.

Vision and Hearing Screening

Date: April 8, 2025

Nurse Jimmy: today we will be holding our annual vision and hearing screenings for our 8th grade students. This will be the last of required screenings done at the elementary school level— they were previously required at 2nd and 5th grade— in accordance with CA Department of Education guidelines.

If your student(s) are currently using a visual or hearing aid, please remind them to bring them to school tomorrow! It is important that these results are accurately reflected the day off the screening.

If there are any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to contact me or Nurse Julie at the Taylor Front Desk.

Friday 12:18 PM Dismissal

Date: March 28, 2025

One week of Spring Break March 31–April 4 then return to school on April 7.

Intent to Return Next Year

Date: March 27, 2028

Parents of current 6th graders and 7th graders need to let Taylor know if your student(s) will return to Taylor next school year (2025–2026).

You received an email from Millbrae Elementary School District containing your link to the form. Fill out the form by March 28.

Principals’ Coffee

Date: March 21, 2025

Join us at 8:45 AM, library auditorium. A representative from Common Sense Media will discuss:

• Understanding trends in digital drama and cyber bullying in 2025.

• Highlighting the work that is happening at Taylor to teach student about online safety and agency skills.

• Provide families with basic ways to assess students’ use of social media.
  
  

LatinX Youth Conference

Date: March 20, 2025

13th Annual LatinX Youth Conference takes place Saturday, March 22nd, 8:30 AM–2 PM at Cañada College in Redwood City for young people ages 12–22. Registration closed March 20.

No School March 14

Date: March 14, 2025

School resumes Monday.

School Site Council

Date: February 25, 2025

Please join us at 3:30 PM in room G1 where we will discuss important plans and decisions that impact our students’ success. Your input and participation are valuable as we work together to support our school community.

You may also join via Zoom:

Meeting ID: 812 631 0411

Passcode: 983085

General PTA Meeting

Date: February 20, 2025

7 PM–7:45 PM on Zoom: only Taylor PTA members may vote, so join Taylor PTA.

Agenda:

1. Confirm quorum, call to order

2. Review and approve minutes from last board meeting

3. Financial report, release of funds

4. Teacher report 

5. Principals report

6. PTA updates or announcements  

7. MEF updates or announcements

8. Taylor at a glance 

9. Adjournment
   
   

No School on Monday

Date: February 17, 2025

Monday is Presidents’ Day holiday.

Parent’s Night Out

Date: February 14, 2025

Take a well-deserved break and drop off your child(ren) for a night of fun with the Millbrae Recreation Staff! Participants will create crafts, play interactive games, and enjoy a provided pizza dinner. Invite your friends, as there is a minimum of 17 participants for this program! Millbrae Recreation Center, 6 PM–9 PM, $30 for Millbrae residents, and $50 for non-residents.

Nurse’s Note

Date: February 12, 2025

We continue to see significant numbers of cases of Influenza and other respiratory illnesses in our schools.

The San Mateo County Communicable Disease program has asked us to remind you to keep sick children home.

The guidelines indicate that students who have had a fever need their temperature taken in the morning before medication is administered and have no fever to be eligible to return to school.

Considered to be 100.4 °F or higher, a fever is the body’s way of mounting a defense so conditions are less favorable for viruses or bacteria. Treating a fever before sending a student to school doesn’t permit the body to use this tool.

Please check your student’s temperature before administering any medication, and keep them home if the temperature is 100.4 °F or higher.

Thank you!
~ Nurses Claudette, Jimmy and Julie

Nurse’s Note

Date: February 10, 2025

The American Dental Association designates February as National Children’s Dental Health Month.

Did you know that tooth decay is the most common preventable disease for children?  Children with tooth decay are 4 times more likely to have lower grades and can miss more school days due to dental problems.

Children should brush their teeth twice a day for at least two minutes and floss once daily. Dental check-ups and cleanings are recommended every six months.

Brushing:

• Use a soft-bristled, small-headed toothbrush with fluoride toothpaste

• Brush all surfaces of the tooth, including the front, back, and chewing surfaces

• Use small, circular motions for the front and back, and back-and-forth motions for the chewing surfaces

• Brush gently and don't scrub or apply pressure

• Brush your tongue to remove food, debris, and fungi

• Replace your child's toothbrush every three months

Starting in January 2025, California amended the Education Code Section to include transitional kindergartener (TK) students and Kindergarteners (K) to be screened as part of the kindergarten oral health assessment. This is an opportunity to screen children at a younger age for tooth decay and connect them to a dental home.

Attached are the instructions and the form your dentist may complete at either a Transitional Kindergarten or Kindergarten dental visit.

If you’d like assistance finding a dentist, San Mateo County's flier for oral health resources is also attached.

In good health,
Nurses Julie, Claudette, and Jimmy

High School Registration

Date: February 7, 2025

February 7 was the deadline to register your 8th grader. Registration takes over 30 minutes to complete. more info

Nurse’s Note

Date: February 5, 2025

We are seeing a rise in influenza A cases in our community, making it more important than ever to get your student’s flu shot administered. You can easily get vaccinated at your local pharmacy, saving you a trip to the doctor’s office.

Symptoms include:

• Fever: 100.4 °F or higher

• Muscle aches: especially in the arms, back, and legs

• Chills and sweats

• Headache

• Cough: may persist for up to two weeks

• Runny or stuffy nose

• Sore throat

• Fatigue: feeling tired and weak

• Vomiting and diarrhea

• Shortness of breath

• Change in taste or smell

Although uncommon, it is possible to have the flu without a cough.

This is also an excellent time to ensure your child is up-to-date on other recommended and required immunizations, particularly as TK/K registration is open.

TK–Grade 12 immunization requirements for school in California

For students in grades 5–6, this is a good time to receive the Tdap booster (can be given any time on or after the 7th birthday), Varicella #2, and the recommended HPV vaccine. HPV vaccine is recommended for routine vaccination at age 11 or 12 years; vaccination can be started at age 9.

Protecting your student’s health is our top priority. Thank you!

In good health,
Nurses Julie, Claudette, and Jimmy

8th Grade Panoramic Picture

Date: January 28, 2025

It takes place today. Order from Mylifetouch or order by paper form. Picture Day ID: by044100t0. Cost is $25.16 ($23 plus tax).

Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday

Date: January 20, 2025

School resumes tomorrow.

Report Card and CAASPP

Date: November 22, 2024

Trimester 1 Report Cards posted. Please log on to ParentVue then click on Report Cards on left side.

If you would like a hard copy of your student’s report card please reach out to Mrs. Thomas or Mrs. Evans and we can print it for you.

If you have questions regarding your child’s grades, please reach out to your child’s teacher for further information.

California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) score is also available on ParentVue under State Tests on the left side.

CAASPP has four achievement levels for English language arts (ELA) and mathematics:

• Level 4: standard exceeded

• Level 3: standard met

• Level 2: standard nearly met

• Level 1: standard not met 

If your child scored at Levels 3 and 4, they are proficient or above and they should be proud of their accomplishments. For students who are at Levels 1 and 2, please know that your teachers and school staff are committed to working closely with you and your family to provide the support you need to reach your full potential.

Thanksgiving Break

Date: November 22, 2024

School resumes Monday, December 2.

General PTA Meeting

Date: November 21, 2024

7 PM–7:45 PM on Zoom: only Taylor PTA members may vote, so join Taylor PTA.

Agenda

• Review and approve minutes from previous meeting

• Financial report, release of funds

• Teacher’s report

• Principal’s report

• PTA updates or announcements

• MEF updates or announcements
  
  

District English Language Advisory Committee

Date: November 20, 2024

We are pleased to inform you about the District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC), a state-mandated group that plays an essential role in advising our district on programs and services designed to support our Multilingual learners.

DELAC provides an opportunity for parents, guardians, staff, and community members to collaborate and share insights on educational programs, policies, and resources that impact English Learners (EL). With our district having 51 or more students whose primary language is not English, we are committed to ensuring these students receive the best support possible.

At least 51% of our DELAC committee is comprised of parents or guardians, underscoring our commitment to family voices in de
cisions that shape our students’ educational experiences.

We encourage all interested parents and community members to join us. Your involvement is invaluable as we work together to enhance the learning environment for our Multilingual learners.

Our first meeting is 8:30 AM–9:30 AM, Lomita Park Elementary School. Spanish interpretation will be provided.

Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting all students!

School Site Council

Date: November 19, 2024

Meeting is today, 3:30 PM in Room G1 or on Zoom.
Meeting ID: 8126 3104 11
Passcode: 983085

Next meeting is December 17.

School Site Council collaborates as a team to advise and assist the school staff in the development, implementation, and annual review of Taylor’s educational programs in order to improve the quality of education Taylor provides.

Nurse’s Note

Date: November 15, 2024

It feels like fall. We’re starting to see students who have upper respiratory infections. Primary care offices, clinics and pharmacies are stocked up and ready to administer Flu and COVID vaccines.

As a proactive measure to maintain a healthy school environment, we encourage you to consider having COVID-19 tests readily available at home. Quick and easy at-home tests can help identify potential cases early.

Every household is eligible to order 4 free COVID tests.

Several brands of tests have extended expiration dates. See if your tests are still valid.

Students Who Test Positive for COVID

Symptomatic/Has Symptoms

• Stay home until no fever for 24 hours without use of fever-reducing medications AND other COVID symptoms are mild and improving.

• When returning to school, wear a mask for 5 days, Day 0 being the day of symptom onset or positive test.

Asymptomatic/No Symptoms

• May come to school.

• If symptoms develop, test and follow guidance for symptomatic.

Note: Anyone with COVID-19 should avoid contact for 10 days people at higher-risk for severe COVID-19.

No School Today

Date: November 7, 2024

Today is Veterans Day holiday.

Nurse’s Note

Date: November 7, 2024

It’s the days after Halloween and perhaps your student collected a treasure chest of candy. You’ve noticed that there’s not a give-a-way collection near you.

What could you do with an excess supply of sweets? A couple of options include:

• Having a communal bowl of all candy you’ve chosen to save in a heavy traffic area of your house. The candy can be shared, quietly taken to the side to freeze or save for baking holiday cookies or gingerbread houses or be distributed at a future gathering.

• Keeping only the favorites or less sugared for the chosen to save collection.

Buffalo Healthy Living created a table to help identify lower sugar options.

Measure J

Date: November 5, 2024

Measure J issues $95 million in bonds for Millbrae Elementary School District (MESD) to improve and fix their schools. The bond would be repaid by levying $30 per $100,000 in assessed property value. Measure J requires at least 55% yes votes to pass. Click this link then scroll down to the middle of the page to see Measure J details.

Nurse’s Note

Date: November 1, 2024

Today, please do not permit your student to bring candy to school to share with others.

Celebrating Halloween is a fun tradition with cool costumes, parades, parties, and candy/treat sharing. As you are likely aware, treats can contain ingredients that some students are not permitted to eat for allergy/health/religious reasons. It can be distressing to students who know they can’t have these items to see everyone else in their class enjoying the candy/treats and asking them why they aren’t eating them and feeling different/excluded.

In an effort to maintain the safety and comfort of all students, treats that are brought to celebrate the occasion will be saved and sent home with the students at the end of the day or with them to their aftercare providers. This gives you decision-making choices in the quantity of treats your child is permitted to consume and doesn’t openly identify students who aren’t permitted to consume them.

Thank you for your kind understanding.

In good health ~ Nurses Julie, Claudette, and Jimmy

Thank you for your support.

Halloween Costumes

Date: October 31, 2024

Students are welcome to wear their costumes to school. Expectations:

• Be considerate of wearing a costume that sends a message of microaggressions based on a person’s abilities, culture, or protected class.

• Eye and face masks may be worn at the lunchtime parade and competition only.

• Inflatable costumes can be worn only at the student lunch time parade. 

• Weapons are not permitted on school premises.

• Accessories are discouraged as they often get lost.

Student-Only Parade

Students may choose to participate in the Halloween parade at lunch. A costume competition will also be available on the volleyball courts following the parade.

8th Grade Information

Date: October 30, 2024

Principal Zlatunich: in this video, I provide information regarding 8th grade expectations and activities for this school year. Key points include high school registration deadlines, 8th grade promotion celebrations, and volunteer opportunities.

A donation of $75 is requested to support 8th grade activities. Include “8th grade” in the check memo and drop off the donation to the office.

School Forms

Date: October 25, 2024

At the beginning of this school year, parents needed to fill out two forms. 50% have filled out the Annual Student Data Update on ParentVUE and 70% have filled out the Parent-Student Handbook on ParentSquare. Please fill out both forms by October 25.

October Safety Update

Date: October 23, 2024

Safety Drills
On October 17th, we joined the Great Shakeout earthquake drill, in commemoration of the Loma Prieta earthquake on the same date in 1989.  Earlier in the month, we had a surprise evacuation drill at lunch and the students were well organized and attentive. We’ll be conducting emergency drills monthly, in compliance with the SMCOE sponsored Big Five training.  

Cell Phone Policy Reminder
Please remind students that cell phones and all other electronic devices must be turned off and placed in their backpack from 8:35 AM until the end of the school day. This includes breakfast and lunch break times. Thank you for helping us maintain this important safety rule.  

Lunch Supervision
We could still use more help with lunch supervision on the yard. It is nice to see the kids enjoying the new yard, and more adults increases safety for all. Volunteer.

Lost and Found
Please remind students to go to the front lobby or Shea Center to retrieve lost items and to remember to pick up their sweatshirts and jackets at the bell.  We are still seeing plenty of clothes left in the yard. Clothes left on Fridays will be donated.

Drop Off and Pick Up
We appreciate everyone’s continued cooperation in keeping all of our students safe both in transit to and from school and while on campus.

• Pull up all the way past the electronic sign so cars behind you won’t double park.

• In front of the school, do not double park, U-Turn, or allow your child to cross the street alone.

• Maintain a safe speed; not more than 25 mph in front of a school.

• Do not leave your vehicle unattended in the school’s white zone.

• Keep the Taylor front driveway clear for maintenance purposes.

• Students should be dropped off by 8:20 AM and in their class by 8:35 AM:

  1. Shea Center’s traffic circle at end of Minorca Wy.

  2. white zone on Taylor Blvd. in front of school

  3. District Office’s parking lot off Richmond Dr.

• Pick Up Time is 3:15 PM on Mon/Tues/Fri, and 2:15 PM on Wed/Thurs.

Bikes, Skateboards, and Scooters/E-Scooters

• Bikes must be locked on the rack outside of B Hall. Helmets are required by law.

• Skateboards and scooters must NOT be ridden on campus.

• Rollerblades and shoes with wheels are NOT allowed on campus.

• When students are coming on and off campus, students will walk their bicycle, skateboard, or scooter to a complete stop at the edge of campus.

• Note: Taylor is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal items brought to school.

Boundaries— Obey the Red Lines

For safety reasons the follow areas are off-limits during recess and lunch:

• Parking areas and front lawn; hallways and in between buildings

• Behind or beside the gym; past the third base fence line on the baseball field

• On the walking path around the field and on the hill behind the volleyball courts.

Thank you for your partnership in keeping all students safe! 

Mr. Romer

Vice Principal

School Site Council

Date: October 22, 2024

3:30 PM, in library or virtual: Taylor’s School Site Council collaborates as a team to advise and assist the school staff in the development, implementation, and annual review of Taylor’s educational programs in order to improve the quality of education Taylor provides.

Nominations for this committee are now open! Please nominate yourself or a friend as a voting member. Terms last two years. Nominees will be contacted before they are placed on the ballot.

Preparing for High School

Date: October 17, 2024

Parents of 8th graders, it’s time to get ready for high school enrollment. If your student wants to attend Burlingame High School or Hillsdale High School, then go to their Information Night.

Mills High School Information Night takes place October 30.

No School Today

Date: October 14, 2024

Indigenous Peoples’ Day: no school for Taylor, all Millbrae elementary schools, and all San Mateo county public high schools (such as Mills).

Principals Coffee

Date: October 4, 2024

Please join us at 8:45 AM in the auditorium to share concerns and hear updates of the happenings on campus.

8th Grade Info. Night

Date: October 3, 2024

All 8th grade parents/guardians are invited to join us today from 5:30 PM–6:30 PM in the auditorium to learn about:

• high school registration

• 8th grade activities

• promotion

• expectations

Picture Makeup Day

Date: September 26, 2024

Picture make-up day is today and is a chance for students who missed the original photo day to get their picture taken or would like to retake their photo.

If you purchased portraits and your student will retake their photo, they must bring the photo package with them to the photo session.

Homework Center

Date: September 24, 2024

Every Monday and Tuesday, 3:10 PM–4:10 PM, room B3, two teachers will assist students with homework.

• Students must sign-in no later than 3:10 PM.

• Students must stay until 4:10 PM.

• Chromebooks will be provided if needed.

• No advanced sign up needed.
  
  

International Potluck Update

Date: September 20, 2024

Due to low signups, we’re moving the event to a later date. We apologize for the late notice.

First General PTA Meeting

Date: September 19, 2024

7 PM–8:30 PM on Zoom. Meet this year’s PTA board and approve this year’s PTA budget + calendar. You must be a PTA member to vote.

1. Confirm quorum, call to order

2. Approve previous meeting minute 

3. Introduction of the 2024–2025 Board members

4. 2024–2025 PTA Budget Approval

5. 2024–2025 PTA Calendar Approval

6. Financial Report, Release of Funds

7. Membership Update

8. Principal’s Report

9. Teachers Update

10. Updates or Announcements

11. MEF Update

12. Adjourn
    
    

Healthy Habits for Technology

Date: September 18, 2024

Webinar, 5 PM–5:40 PM in English and 5:45 PM–6:30 PM en Español, register for free

As the back-to-school season begins, it’s time to bring back healthy habits with media and technology. During summer, many of us spend more time on screens, and reestablishing healthy tech habits can seem overwhelming. Join Common Sense Media to gain practical tips and tools, like our Family Tech Planners, to make it easier to have conversations about screen time and help foster a healthier relationship with technology. Setting rules and expectations early on can support your family's digital well-being, setting kids up for success in the school year and beyond.

Featured Speakers: Tali Horowitz, East Coast Education Director, Common Sense Education

Dery Rodriguez, Director of Family Engagement, NYC Department of Education

SamTrans Potential Disruption 

Date: September 6, 2024

Due to a labor action, SamTrans service is disrupted today. Students who take SamTrans should consider alternate method of transportation. Read more.

Third Week of School

Date: August 25, 2024

Classes this week follow the bell schedule:
Monday, Tuesday, and Friday end at 3 PM.
Wednesday and Thursday end at 2 PM.

MySchoolBucks Autopay

Date: August 22, 2024

Child Nutrition Services would like to remind families to cancel their MySchoolBucks automatic payments for student meals. Please log in as soon as possible to disable this autopay feature.

If you have any questions, please call 650-697-5693 x028.

Free School Meals

Date: August 22, 2024

While the program will offer free Universal Meals for all students, households will continue to be able to complete a free & reduced meal application, which may support the school district’s local education funding and could also qualify the family for additional benefits. Regardless of your determined eligibility status, your child will continue to receive free meals for this school year.

Households do not need to turn in an application when the household receives a Direct Certification notification letter saying that all children automatically qualify for free meals when any household member receives benefits from CalFresh, CalWORKs, or FDPIR. Children who meet the definition of foster, homeless, migrant, or runaway, and children enrolled in their school’s Head Start program are eligible for free meals. Contact school officials if any child in the household is not on the notification letter. The household must let school officials know if they do not want to receive free or reduced-price meals.

Second Week of School

Date: August 19, 2024

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday follow the bell schedule, but Friday is a minimum day (8:30 AM–12:18 PM).

Tuesday is Picture Day. Students will take their picture during their PE class; students won’t wear their PE uniforms. Order pictures using code EVTKC8HBN.

Thursday is Back-to-School Night. 5:30 PM meet at the amphitheater. Event is only for parents/caretakers. Ask your student for their schedule or view it on ParentVUE.

After the amphitheater presentation, parents/caretakers may visit their student’s classroom. school map
period 1: 6:03 PM–6:10 PM
period 2: 6:13 PM–6:20 PM
period 3: 6:23 PM–6:30 PM
period 4: 6:33 PM–6:40 PM
period 5:  6:43 PM–6:50 PM
period 6:  6:53 PM–7 PM

First Days of School

Date: August 14, 2024

First day is August 15, 8:35 AM–12:18 PM. 6th graders and new students go to the front of school before 8:35 AM to get your schedule. The schedule will be handed out by grade then last name. Existing students starting 7th and 8th grade can see their schedule on StudentVUE and ParentVUE.

August 16, Taylor runs from 8:35 AM–3 PM according to the bell schedule and Millbrae elementary schools have early dismissal at 12:30 PM.

Students should be dropped off by 8:20 AM and in their classroom by 8:30 AM. Students arriving after 8:35 AM are marked tardy. If a student arrives by 8:45 AM go directly to classroom otherwise go to the office for a Welcome Pass.

Do not park or block any driveways, make U-turns or double-park on Taylor Blvd. The primary area for drop-off is in the parking lot on Taylor Blvd. The Community/Recreation Center is not a drop-off nor pick-up zone.

Annual Student Data Confirmation

Date: August 14, 2024

This year, we are asking all families to complete the Annual Student Data Confirmation Update by reviewing and updating their information online using ParentVUE. We ask that you complete this process by the first day of school. In addition to reviewing and updating your child’s emergency form, we have moved many elements of the traditional welcome-back packet online.

If you accidentally started the “New and Former Student Enrollment” square please click “Delete New and Former” button to reset your account and allow you to see the square for “New and Former Student Enrollment”.

Thank you to all the families who have worked to complete this important information for the safety of our students.

6th Grade Welcome Day

Date: August 8th, 2024

10 AM–12 PM: incoming 6th graders will have a student-led tour of the campus, participate in some games, enjoy some snacks, and buy their PE uniform.

10 AM: 6th graders check-in on the front lawn and gather into student-led tours

10:15 AM: parents buy student PE uniform in gym and visit club tables

10:45 AM:  parents enjoy coffee and cookies

11:15 AM: 6th graders get their ice cream

11:45 AM: beach ball competition between the various 6th-grade groups

Volunteers wanted.

Past Events Archive

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