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SILVER OAK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
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The mission of Silver Oak Elementary School is to develop the intellectual, physical, and emotional capacities of each child to the fullest extent possible so that each can lead a fulfilling life as a productive worker, citizen, and individual in our society.
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WHAT'S HAPPENING NOW
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There will be no school for Spring Break beginning Friday, April 18 through Friday, April 25. School resumes Monday, April 28.
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We had an exciting week 31! Underground spirit week, Earth Day, STEAM night, Student store, drop off and pick up, and wishing everyone an relaxing spring break.
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Join us for Silver Oak PTO's Annual International Night on Thursday, May 15, from 4 – 6 p.m. Silver Oak PTO's International Night takes you around the world in one evening to learn and experience the expressions of different cultures within our own Silver Oak school community. Sign-up here to host a table or participate in a group performance!
For more information, click here.
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Summer School Enrollment link
Want to keep your child's mind active and engaged this summer? Evergreen School District is offering an enriching Summer School program from June 16-July 17. Silver Oak students will enjoy a balanced day with dedicated time for Math, Language Arts, and exciting enrichment lessons at Evergreen Elementary School's campus from 7:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. In addition, we will be offering a FREE after-school program, Little Heroes -- separate registration coming soon. Don't miss out on this chance to boost your child's learning in a fun and supportive environment. Space is limited and students may be placed on waiting list. Enrollment closes Wednesday, May 7.
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The presentation slides from the Parent/Caregiver Human Growth & Development Curriculum Review Night held on March 24, 2025, are now available for viewing. This meeting, conducted in conjunction with Cardea Services, Evergreen School District's long-term Human Growth and Development partner organization, provided an overview of the "Healthy Kids" curriculum taught annually to 5th-grade students in our District. See story for link to view slides from this meeting.
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For families in Silver Oak and across the county, exploring the beautiful regional parks in Santa Clara County is a fantastic way to enjoy the outdoors. To make these natural spaces more accessible to everyone, Santa Clara County Parks has partnered with local library systems to offer the Library Parks Pass Program. See story to learn how to get a FREE pass today.
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Parents and caregivers are invited to Coffee with the Principal on Tuesday, April 29 at 8:30 a.m. at the front of the school near the flagpole. Please join Principal Cardona to learn more about the latest school news and answer your questions.
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We're thrilled to celebrate the rich diversity of our Silver Oak community at this year's International Night on May 15 from 4 - 6 p.m. Travel the globe in just one evening as we explore and experience the many vibrant cultures that make our school so special. Want to share your culture with us? Sign-up here to host a table or participate in a group performance! Click headline for more information.
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From May 5-15, Silver Oak students in grades 3-6 will be taking California state tests for language arts, reading, and math. In addition, 5th graders will take the CAST science test and fitness test, and 6th graders will take a math placement test for middle school in May. In preparing for these upcoming tests, we continue to balance current i-Ready testing data and classroom data collected by teachers with these state assessments to provide a wholistic picture of a student's academic growth. To help prepare your child to be comfortable on the tests, remind them this is only one measurement of their learning. Click headline to read more.
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Have time on Friday afternoons? Sign up to volunteer to:
- See your student in action during lunch
- Cheer kids on and make sure they're staying on the track
- Guide kids on how to scan their QR codes
- Help pass out charms and put them on lanyards
EVERGREEN SCHOOL DISTRICT NEWS
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Interdistrict Transfers: Enroll in Evergreen School District by May 15
Live outside ESD boundaries? Give your child the Evergreen advantage! Apply or renew your interdistrict transfer by May 15. Click story headline to learn how.
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Giants Game to Benefit Evergreen Students: District Night Fundraiser Set for May 9
Get ready for a fun-filled evening! The Evergreen Teachers Association proudly presents Evergreen School District Night at the San Jose Giants on Friday, May 9 at 7 p.m. One lucky student from every school in attendance will get to participate in an exciting on-field activity! We'll also have prize giveaways, including bobbleheads, baseballs, and more. Join us for this community event—all proceeds support the ETA scholarship fund, helping our students achieve their dreams. Learn more and purchase tickets.
2025-2026 School Year Registration Now Open
We are now accepting registrations for grades TK-8 for the 2025-2026 school year. The date range has been expanded to include more students! Students born September 2, 2020 - September 1, 2021 are now eligible to apply. All applications are accepted online. Visit www.eesd.org/enrollment for more details on the required documents to complete your registration.
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Transitional Kindergarten
Starting in the 2025-26 school year, all children who turn four years old on or before September 1, 2025 are eligible to enroll in Transitional Kindergarten (TK). This expansion of TK aims to provide all young learners with a strong foundation for academic success. TK offers a developmentally appropriate learning environment where children can explore their curiosity, build social-emotional skills, and develop a love of learning. Click headline to learn more about enrollment.
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