The Carriage Connection

August 9

• Class Lists Posted on Parent Portal (see below)

August 14

• Meet the Teacher 1:00-2:00, Drop In

August 15

• First Day of School 7:45-1:00

August 16

• School Hours are 7:45-2:15 every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday

August 22

• Back to School Night
• K-1 5:30-6:00
• 2-3 6:05-6:30
• 4-5 6:35-7:00

August 23

• Minimum Day Dismissal at 12:05

Get a head start! Come to Carriage the day before school starts to meet the teacher on Wednesday, August 14th, from 1:00-2:00.

First-fifth grade teachers will meet in the quad area. TK and Kindergarten will meet in their rooms. Please drop in for a quick meet the teacher in the cafeteria and take a tour of the campus.

We look forward to seeing you!

1st-5th grades' hours are M, T, W, F- 7:45-2:15

Every Thursday is an early out- 7:45-1:00, including the first day of school!

TK and Kindergarten hours are from 7:45-11:45, Mondays-Fridays.

Breakfast is served every day for free from 7:15-7:45! It's a great way to start the day, fortified with good food and connected with friends!

Additionally, the state provides free lunch for every student! If you would like to send a lunch with your child, your child will need a lunchbox. Otherwise, there is no paperwork to complete for the free meals.

Many families are interested in providing supplies for their child's classroom. Typically, students bring a backpack and a water bottle to school. If you do not have a backpack please contact us and we can help get you one! Please follow this link for any addition support or needs you may have https://www.sanjuan.edu/resources/community-resources

Other supplies, such as crayons, markers, paper, are provided by the school. Your child's teacher will let you know if he/she needs any donations of additional supplies.

As we start up the year here are some things to remember!

Important information can be found on the Parent Portal*.

• Check for students' assigned teacher for this year.
• Update Emergency information if there are changes from last year.
• Fill out new form for authorization for medications with doctor's approval.
• Complete the Income Verification Form for school funding.
• Read and sign the 2024-2025 Family Handbook.
• View your child's previous year's state test results, progress reports, and report cards as available.

*Here is the link to get on the Parent Portal: https://sis.sanjuan.edu/parentportal

Arrival and dismissal takes place for most students in the Mesa Verde High School parking lot on the left side of Carriage. You may either park your vehicle and walk/pick up your child at the entrance or stay in your vehicle to drop them off/pick them up in the inside lane.

The front of the school is for busses only. Please do not pull through this driveway.

We will have staff members to help guide you. Please be patient and know that we are all making sure that our students are safe.

We also offer afterschool care here at Carriage. Please follow link to sign up. https://www.sanjuan.edu/resources/before-after-school-programs/bridges-after-school-assets

We have some returning clubs, such as dance and chess, and events such as McTeacher and other family nights. We will advertise each event ahead of time. So, watch for more information in our newsletters and on our website!

To make these family events possible, we will need volunteers. Please watch for volunteer opportunities through communications with your child's teacher and these newsletters. To get ready to volunteer and get fingerprinted please follow this link. https://www.sanjuan.edu/connect/volunteer

We have openings for 1 family representative to serve on Carriage's School Site Council. This important committee is responsible for making funding decisions and providing input that impacts the whole school community. We meet monthly for an hour on Zoom.

We are accepting nominations by August 30th and will conduct a vote the week after Labor Day. Our first meeting will be on September 23rd, 2:30-3:30, on Zoom.

Please contact your teacher or our office staff to express interest in being included on the ballot and watch for a survey to cast your ballot for those who are nominated.

Thank you!

We will be continuing our new tradition of Coffee At Carriage in the mornings, 7:30-8:00, starting in September on the second Tuesday of each month, excluding November. Each month we will have a topic to discuss so bring your ideas and questions. We look forward to getting to know our families better and hearing your input!

• September 10
• October 8
• November - NO MEETING
• December 10
• January 14
• February 11
• March 11
• April 8
• May 13

Please take a look at our website (linked here: https://carriage.sanjuan.edu/). You will find schedules, events, and photos of our school community, as well as other important information about our school.

Our teachers regularly send home newsletters either electronically or in print. Not only do they inform you about classroom events and activities, they are a great source of information to speak with your child about which helps avoid the "What did you do today at school?" "Nothing." conversation!

Our office staff will send out our newsletter, "The Carriage Connection," at least once a month.

Of course, if you need any assistance or have any questions, please give us a call or stop in the office. We are here to help!

We at Carriage are delighted to begin the 2024-2025 school year with a commitment to providing a welcoming and engaging environment for all of our students and families. Together, we are setting the stage for our children’s lifelong confidence and success in academics, the arts, and society.

At Carriage, your children are on a positive school journey filled with creative experiences that integrate academics and the arts, including music, dance, acting, performances, drawing, and painting. We truly believe that students’ creativity is something to nurture, cultivate, and celebrate. Your children will be more in touch with and able to effectively communicate their academic learning as well as manage their emotions.

Dedicated to expanding and refining their expertise, Carriage teachers regularly attend rigorous training in reading, math, arts integration, language development, and social emotional learning. We are ready and excited to create a sense of belonging, engage your children in learning, and make joyful memories together.

Carriage values family involvement and engagement. We will be hosting monthly family gatherings in the evenings, including performances and activity nights, as well as morning “Coffee at Carriage” where we will discuss relevant topics with families. Check the calendar on our website and watch for our newsletters for dates and times of special events, plus ways you can volunteer to enhance our students’ experiences in the classroom and at events. The more involved you are, the more we can do together!

We at Carriage understand that children and their families sometimes run into hard times. We value our families and students’ physical and mental health. We are also committed to supporting you to help your children to attend school and remove barriers to positive involvement in our school community. Please reach out to us if you have any concerns, questions, or resources. We are here to help.

Every Carriage staff member is committed to and cares deeply for your children, just as you do. Together, let’s create a year full of academic growth, positive relationships with each other, and joy!

Thank you for choosing Carriage!

Beth Holcomb, Principal

We are here to support our school community. Please reach out to us if you have any questions, concerns, feedback, or celebrations. Thank you for your feedback!

Email: beth.holcomb@sanjuan.edu
Website: https://www.sanjuan.edu/Carriage
Location: 7519 Carriage Drive, Citrus Heights, CA, USA
Phone: (916) 971-5241