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Welcome to Carmichael Elementary School
Focusing on integrating technology and personalizing instruction to meet the needs of our diverse population, the mission of Carmichael Elementary is to ensure all students reach their highest potential and are responsible, collaborative, critical thinkers through rigorous academic instruction with a balanced literacy approach, in partnership with families in a nurturing community.
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To support student learning and well-being, the San Juan Unified Board of Education recently approved revisions to the district's mobile device policy that will require personal mobile devices to be restricted for the entire school day at elementary, K-8 and middle schools beginning in the 2026-27 school year.
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Beginning with the 2026-27 school year, San Juan Unified has updated its e-transportation guidelines to support student and staff safety. Families are encouraged to review the new campus expectations, safety requirements and permitted devices before the start of the school year.
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Over a decade ago, Angela Nicholas and Angela Spalding began their teaching careers at Thomas Edison Language Institute together. This year, they are both recognized as San Juan Unified’s 2027 Teachers of the Year.
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Check here for highlights from the latest board meeting on June 9.
Check here for highlights from the latest board meeting on May 26.
Check here for highlights from the latest board meeting on May 12.
Check out the highlights from the latest board meeting on April 28.
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Learning to read starts early, and so does the support at San Juan Unified School District.
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Access San Juan Unified's 2024-29 Strategic Plan.
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San Juan Unified uses an equity lens to target and eliminate barriers for all students.
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If you want to be a part of a diverse school district committed to ensuring each student's success - we want to meet you.
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San Juan Unified School District is invested in providing 21st-century learning opportunities for all students.
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The San Juan Education Foundation supports and advances excellent education for all students in San Juan Unified.
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Learn about curriculum and instructional materials adoption throughout the district.