San Mateo-Foster City School District
See the current SMFCSD board agenda
Read MoreQ: How do I register my children for school?
A: Please visit the How to Register page for information about school registration.
Q: What Is my School of Assignment?
A: Use the SchoolFinder to find out. You can also look at the district map.
Q: What are SMFCSD's Magnet Schools/Programs?
A: The SMFCSD has many specialized programs. Visit the Magnet Schools page.
Q: How old must a child be to enter Kindergarten or Transitional Kindergarten (TK)?
A: To be eligible for Kindergarten, the student’s 5th birthday must be on or before September 1. To be eligible for TK, the student’s 5th birthday must fall on or between September 2 – December 2. Attend a SMFCSD Kindergarten Information Meeting in October to find out more about what to expect - Enrollment & Student Registration.
The San Mateo-Foster City School District does not allow discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person’s actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, nationality/national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification/ethnicity, age, religion, marital status/ pregnancy/ parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, medical information or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
For questions or complaints, please contact:
SMFCSD Equity Officer
Dr. Sarah Drinkwater
Assistant Superintendent of Student Services
1170 Chess Drive
Foster City, CA 94404
(650) 312-7341
sdrinkwater@smfcsd.net
SMFCSD Title IX Compliance Officer
Lori Fukumoto
Prevention Services Coordinator
1170 Chess Drive
Foster City, CA 94404
(650) 312-7340
lfukumoto@smfcsd.net
Coronavirus Updates and Resources
Schools Are Closed through Fri, May 1, 2020. Please visit this webpage for SMFCSD updates and resources.
Free Meals Available during School Closure, through Friday, May 1, 2020
Free meals for all students under 18 will be for pickup at four schools during our closure.
Board Approves Transition to Distance Learning
All schools closed to students from March 16 - April 3. Distance learning will begin on Thursday, March 19.
San Mateo-Foster City School District is hiring. View openings:
- Employment Opportunities – Certificated
- Employment Opportunities – Classified
- Employment Opportunities – Management
- Employment Opportunities – Other Positions
Substitute Teaching Positions
Do you have a Bachelor’s degree and teaching, coaching or other experiences working with students? Consider becoming a substitute teacher for our District. View details
most current coronavirus (Covid-19) Announcements
april 3, 2020: spring break Message from Dr. rosas, superintendent
Please read today's Spring Break message (English | Spanish) from Dr. Joan Rosas, Superintendent. It includes details of Distance Learning Phase II which will begin after Spring Break, Frequently Asked Questions about Distance Learning and other topics, Spring Break resources for families, and Health, Wellness, Housing and other resources.
Please NOTE: When we return from Spring Break, Monday and Tuesday, April 20 and 21 will be dedicated to professional development and instructional planning. Distance Learning will resume on Wednesday, April 22.
April 1, 2020: TODAY is Census Day! BE COUNTED!
It’s never been more important to complete the 2020 census so that San Mateo County will get the important resources we need.
Visit my2020census.gov or call 844-330-2020. For other languages, please visit
2020census.gov/en/ways-to-respond/responding-by-phone.html.
COVID-19 Message to Staff and Families
On Tuesday, March 31, two important COVID-19 developments were released:
- San Mateo County Health Officer Extended the Stay-at-Home Order
- State Superintendent Announcement Regarding Returning to School
Read our March 31 message to SMFCSD staff and families which links to all original documents
want to see all coronavirus (covid-19) announcements?
Please go to our Coronavirus Updates and Resources page!
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The SMFCSD Newsletter is a publication of the San Mateo-Foster City School District covering events and sharing important information about the school district and its students. We look forward to keeping you up-to-date!
The San Mateo Foster City Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit volunteer organization founded in 1989. The mission of the Foundation is to support and enhance public education in the 20 elementary and middle schools in San Mateo and Foster City. The Board of Directors is comprised of business professionals, educators, parents and community members. There are currently five ex-oficio members and an Advisory Board of community leaders to guide and assist the Board.
Visit the San Mateo Foster City Education Foundation website for more information.
Our Mission
Our Mission
Our students are prepared to positively impact a dynamic and diverse world as they...
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Building for the Future
Building for the Future
Through the generous support of our taxpayers, we are creating learning spaces that develop the minds, hearts and bodies of our students.
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20 Great Schools
20 Great Schools
The San Mateo-Foster City School District's 20 schools successfully educate approximately 12,000 students in preschool through eighth grades.
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Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP)
Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP)
The LCAP provides important new ways for parents to engage in decision making. Plans describe the school district’s overall vision for students, annual goals and specific actions the district will take to achieve the vision and goals.
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