SRCS has launched a provisional appointment process to fill an open seat on its Board of Education. Candidates must reside in SRCS Trustee Area 5. Applications are due on Nov. 14 by 4 pm. Public interviews of candidates will take place at a Special Board Meeting on Nov. 18 at 4 pm.
View the application | View the trustee area map | Learn more| Spotlight on Completed Capital Facilities Projects |
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It was an incredibly busy summer for our Bond Program across the District! This video showcases the recently completed work, which is a result of over 500 dedicated individuals working on our schools. The work represents a remarkable $14.4 million invested in our facilities over the summer.
The work continues! More information about all our projects and weekly updates are available on our School Projects pages at srcsbondprogram.org.
| Every Day Counts: Attendance During Cold and Flu Season |
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Showing up to school every day is critical for children’s well-being, engagement and learning. As we head into the typical cold and flu season, we recognize that sometimes students are too ill to attend school, and that's OK!
Please make sure to send your child to school if they are generally healthy and well. However, if you have questions about when to keep your child home if they are not feeling well, the California Department of Public Health has put together a flyer with recommendations. Review the information for a list of symptoms (such as fever, vomiting, sore throat, coughing, etc.) and recommended actions about staying home and returning [English | Spanish]. Be sure to contact a health care provider if your child needs medical care. Note that in most situations, a health-care provider’s note is not needed to return.
October is National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month, an important time to reinforce our commitment to creating safe, inclusive and respectful learning environments for all students. This week, our elementary and middle schools have been focusing on leading events with resources from Sandy Hook Promise’s Start With Hello Week.
We encourage you to:
- Take time for age-appropriate discussions that highlight kindness, respect, and inclusion.
- Remind your children about reporting procedures and available support if they experience or witness bullying.
- Model positive relationships and reinforce our schools' expectations for behavior.
| Short-Term Independent Study Contracts |
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If your family is expected to be away from school for an extended vacation or family emergency up to 15 school days, please reach out to your school to request a Short-Term Independent Study Contract.
This contract includes clear expectations for the student, family, school and teacher regarding independent study for up to 15 days and is aligned with the Education Code. The purpose is to maintain students’ access to education while temporarily out of school. Students and families are encouraged to reach out to your school office for more information. |
Seeking Future SRCS Educators; Apply for Teacher Residency Program
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Are you interested in becoming a teacher? Do you have a Bachelor's degree? Are you interested in obtaining a teacher credential and Master's degree at the same time? If you answered yes to these questions, then the Alder Teacher Residency Program with SRCS is for you!
We are thrilled to be recruiting our third cohort of residents for the upcoming 2026-27 school year. A $40,000 living stipend is provided, in addition to other benefits. As an affordable and supportive pathway to a rewarding and successful teaching career, SRCS is invested in this program as a way to both expand our teacher pipeline and diversify our teaching staff. Program flyer | Financial aid info | Application
Coming Soon: TK and Kindergarten Info Sessions
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Enrollment for the upcoming 2026-27 school year opens on Monday, Nov. 3! Are you, or do you know, a local family interested in learning more about Transitional Kindergarten (TK) or Kindergarten? SRCS is hosting informational sessions for parents and guardians considering TK or Kindergarten for their child.
At each session, district and school leaders, along with teachers, will share information and answer questions about our programs, a typical school day, our Dual Language Program, aftercare opportunities, how to enroll and more.
Open to All Interested SRCS Families
The Early Learning Center at Short School
Thursday, Nov. 13 | 6 – 7 pm
Presented in English with Spanish interpretation |
Bahia Vista Elementary
Thursday, Dec. 4 | 6 – 7 pm
Presented in Spanish with English interpretation
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| Reminder: Community Surveys |
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Thank you to those who completed the surveys from two of our valued community partners! If you haven't yet, please take some time to share your input and help strengthen our schools and community.
Safe Routes to School: Please take 10 minutes to answer this survey to tell us your thoughts about how your student gets to and from school and how they engage with the Safe Routes to Schools program. Your feedback is essential for Safe Routes to Schools’ program development serving our schools.
Elementary Schools: English Survey Link | Spanish Survey Link
Middle Schools: English Survey Link | Spanish Survey Link
High Schools: English Survey Link | Spanish Survey Link
Raising the Bar: They have a parent survey to better understand perceptions and understanding of drinking and substance use among our community members. Below there is a link to an anonymous survey. Please take a few minutes to fill this out and contribute to this very important work.
English Survey Link | Spanish Survey Link
| Counted Out Film Screening |
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 The Marin County Office of Education warmly invites families to a special community screening of the award-winning documentary Counted Out, directed and produced by Vicki Abeles. In today’s world, technology, data, and algorithms increasingly shape our opportunities. Counted Out shines a light on how math education impacts equity, access, and the power to participate fully in society. Together—as families, educators, and community partners—we can build classrooms and homes where all students see themselves as “math people.”
Thursday, Oct. 30, 5:30 - 7:45 pm at the Marin County Office of Education, 1111 Las Gallinas Ave., San Rafael. Following the film, join a special discussion with filmmaker Vicki Abeles.
Register | Watch the trailer
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Upcoming Parent Ed Opportunities
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The Marin County Office of Education has compiled some upcoming parent / caregiver education events that are open to families throughout Marin.
Delaying Social Media. Together.
Oct. 29 | Flyer | More info, register
Reeling in Social Media Use. What Parents Need to Know.
Nov. 5 | Flyer | More info, register
Let’s Talk – The Teen Partying Landscape: What You Need to Know
Nov. 5 | Flyer | More info, register
| Eyes Up Marin – Eyes Up, Phones Down |
 You may see bright and colorful banners, lawn signs and social media posts popping up all over Marin asking people to keep their “Eyes Up” and be alert. These signs ask drivers to slow down, watch when turning and look for pedestrians in the crosswalk; bicyclists to yield to pedestrians and to follow the rules of the road; and those walking to pay attention when crossing the street.
This month's tips are focused on keeping phones down. Don’t be distracted by the alerts from your phone. Turn off your phone when you drive. Did you know you have the ability to silence your phone while driving? To silence your phone while driving, enable "Do Not Disturb While Driving" or "Driving Focus" on your iOS or Android phone, which automatically silences calls, texts, and notifications when you're detected to be driving. Google “silence phone while driving” to find out how. If you have to use your phone, make sure you use hands free equipment. More tips.
The campaign is part of the Street Smarts Program and Safe Routes to Schools, locally funded programs of the Transportation Authority of Marin. Learn more.
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