Dolphin Digest

Monday, December 2 - Friday, December 6

• 7th Grade Westminster Woods Field Trip
• Inclusive Schools Week

Thursday, December 5

• 2nd Grade CoGat Testing, 8:30 am

Tuesday, December 10

• ELAC Meeting, 8:15 am - Family Center

Thursday, December 12

• Facilities Master Plan Committee Meeting #2, 3:00 pm - Virtual

Saturday, December 14

• Gingerbread Run Fundraiser, 9:00 am

Tuesday, December 17

• Kindergarten Sing, 8:30 am - MUB
• School Site Council Meeting, 4:00 pm - Library & Virtual

Wednesday, December 18

• Winter Concert, 6:30 pm - MUB

Friday, December 20

• Minimum Day Dismissal before Winter Break

Monday, December 23 - Friday, January 6

• Winter Break - No School

Tuesday, January 7

• Students Return from Winter Break

At our November Principal's Coffee, we covered a variety of important topics, including recent school events, upcoming initiatives, and key updates. Highlights included discussions about the budget renewal initiative, 2nd Grade CoGAT testing, 8th-grade transitions to high school, the release of the School Dashboard results, and how our dedicated teachers and staff are supporting student growth and helping them achieve their goals.

For those who couldn’t attend, here is the presentation. We look forward to seeing you at our next Principal's Coffee!

On Thursday, November 21st, RCSD hosted a Reclassification Ceremony to celebrate and honor our English Learner students who have achieved reclassification. This milestone recognizes students who have successfully transitioned to English fluency, demonstrating proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing at a level comparable to their native English-speaking peers.

We are incredibly proud of the 24 students who reclassified this year!:

1st Grade: Izarah, Freddy, Lyla
2nd Grade: Girvan, Andrea, Filip
3rd Grade: Isaac, Adriel
4th Grade: Angel, Safiya, Daniel
5th Grade: Matthew
6th Grade: Leonardo, Nicole
7th Grade: David, Samantha
8th Grade: Angelo, Ayden, Angel, Andy, Maksym, Artur, Samantha, Mariana

Congratulations to these remarkable students for their hard work and achievement!

On Tuesday, November 26, we hosted our Trimester 1 Honor Roll Assembly to celebrate students who demonstrated perseverance and dedication during the first trimester, achieving a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Students were recognized in the following categories:

• Honor Roll Award: GPA of 3.0 - 3.49
• Principal's Honor Roll Award: GPA of 3.5 - 3.99
• Highest Honors Award: GPA of 4.0 and above

We are incredibly proud of all the students who earned these distinctions. This trimester, 28 students received the Honor Roll Award, 78 earned the Principal's Honor Roll Award, and 57 achieved the Highest Honors Award. Thank you to the parents who showed their support by attending the assembly and congratulations to all of our honorees—keep up the fantastic work!

This week we are excited to celebrate Inclusive Schools Week, a nationwide event that recognizes the efforts of schools to create learning environments where every student feels valued, supported, and included.

Throughout the week, students will engage in activities that promote empathy, respect, and understanding of the diverse strengths and experiences that make up our school community. We’ll highlight the importance of embracing differences and working together to ensure that all students, regardless of ability, background, or identity, have the opportunity to succeed.

Here’s how you can join in:

Monday: Wear Red for Respect!

We respect and support our classmates and recognize that our individual differences are what make us special.

Tuesday: Wear Green for Gifts!

Friendship is a gift we give to one another. Let’s celebrate the unique gifts and talents we each bring to our community.

Wednesday: Wear Blue for Belonging!

Creating a culture of belonging is key at Clifford. Together, we’ll celebrate a school where every student feels they truly belong.

Thursday: Wear Yellow for Positivity!

At Clifford, we embrace each other’s abilities and spread joy by being positive with one another.

Friday: Wear Orange to Offer Friendship!

Orange represents unity and community. Let’s stand together for diversity, inclusion, and the power of friendship.

We encourage you to continue these conversations at home by discussing what inclusion means to your family and ways we can all contribute to creating a welcoming environment for everyone.

Thank you for your ongoing support in fostering a community where every student feels they belong.

Help bring the holiday spirit to children in need in our community - donate a new toy or book today!

The holiday season is a time of joy, happiness, family, and friendship. This year, the Redwood City Police and Fire Department, PAL Center, and Parks Recreation and Community Services, have teamed up yet again with The San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office, San Mateo County Sheriff’s Activities League, San Carlos Fire Department, Woodside Fire Department, California Highway Patrol, Redwood City 330 Squad Club, and the CARON Project in order to continue our annual Redwood City / San Mateo County Christmas Toy and Book Drive. With help from the Fair Oaks Community Center and a corps of volunteers, this annual event has become a welcomed tradition in the Redwood City community. This tradition can only happen with the community’s help.

Last year, over 132 local businesses filled 161 donation barrels with toys. In return, these toys were provided to over 880 families that needed assistance. In return, these toys were provided to over 800 families that needed assistance. Deliveries usually take place with Santa Claus riding in a police car or a fire engine and personally delivering presents to kids and families. This priceless experience gives the kids a thrill they’ll long remember.

If you would like to donate a toy or book, collection barrels are located in the school office.

Get ready to cheer on our amazing Clifford Dolphins as they dive into the season with passion and determination!

Check out the schedule and mark your calendars – we need your energy and support in the stands. See you at the games!

4th/5th Grade Boys - Redwood City After School Sports

4th/5th Grade Girls - Redwood City After School Sports

6th Grade Boys - Redwood City After School Sports

7th Grade Boys - Redwood City After School Sports

7th/8th Grade Girls - Redwood City After School Sports

8th Grade Boys - Redwood City After School Sports

If your child is interested in participating in after school sports, fill out this Interest Form.

Eduardo Torres, Founder, Pathways for Prevention

Wednesday, December 4, 2024, 5:30pm – 6:30pm PT, Virtual Event (Live)

Register: https://eduardotorres2024phcdsmuhsd.eventbrite.com

Understanding how to harness parental and community strengths is key to protecting our children and fostering healthier families. For Latino parents, cultural values such as family unity, respect, and community connections can play a powerful role in prevention.

Parents/caregivers, students, educators, health professionals, and community members welcome! Simultaneous Spanish interpretation will be available. Free admission.

This presentation is sponsored by Peninsula Health Care District and San Mateo Union High School District, in partnership with The Parent Venture.

Questions? Contact Charlene Margot, MEd, Co-Founder and CEO, The Parent Venture (The Parent Education Series), at cmargot@parentventure.org.

Ellen Galinsky, Researcher and Author of The Breakthrough Years

Thursday, December 5, 2025, 5:30pm – 6:30pm PT, Virtual Event (Live)

Register: https://ellengalinsky2024.eventbrite.com

Ellen Galinsky, developmental expert and author of The Breakthrough Years and Mind in the Making, will discuss the latest in adolescent development and brain research while offering concrete solutions to address the challenges of growing up today.

Parents/caregivers, students, educators, health professionals, and community members welcome! Simultaneous Spanish interpretation will be available. Free admission.

This presentation is sponsored by Sequoia Healthcare District, Peninsula Health Care District, Sequoia Union High School District, and The Parent Venture.

Questions? Contact Charlene Margot, MEd, Co-Founder and CEO, The Parent Venture (The Parent Education Series), at cmargot@parentventure.org.