What a day to celebrate our Cold Spring community! Our recognition as California’s #1 public elementary school and #1 school district in English language arts and mathematics reflects the care, commitment, and hard work happening here every day. We expect our story to appear in the California Post tomorrow, online and in print. We’re told print copies should be available at 7-Eleven.

This morning, I spent time with Mrs. Crop’s fifth graders, and I was absolutely blown away. Using Lovable within Imagi, students “vibe coded” using everyday language to build a website that brings their classroom economy to life. With class currency, simulated stock investments, and individual portfolios, they’re putting math and financial literacy into practice while creating, collaborating, and solving problems.

Please take a few minutes to watch our students explain their work.

Tomorrow, Friday, October 16, I’ll spend our professional learning day alongside teachers as we examine student data and thoughtfully plan instruction to meet each child’s needs. Next week, during Digital Citizenship Week, October 19–23, we’ll introduce our Digital Driver’s License program to students. Please take five minutes to preview how we’re helping children become safe, thoughtful, and responsible technology users.

At the heart of our success is our people. I am grateful for exceptional teachers who go above and beyond to ensure every child feels seen, connected, and supported, and for our dedicated support, office, and after-school staff.

A special thank-you to Chief Business Official Maureen Fitzgerald, Business Manager Suzy Robinson, and Office Manager Isabel Martinez, whose urgency and care help move needed purchases forward quickly, getting supplies and learning tools into the hands of teachers and students. That work makes a difference every day.

And to our families: thank you for trusting us, supporting our school, and being our partners. I am deeply proud of what we are accomplishing together.

With gratitude,

Dr. Alzina

You’ll have the opportunity to hear from nine private schools and Santa Barbara Junior High, our feeder school. This is a wonderful opportunity to ask questions and explore the possibilities for your child’s next chapter. Families from every grade level are welcome! I will be there as well and look forward to seeing you.

Please note: October 23 will be an early dismissal day, and there will be No Dolphin Center available that afternoon.

Open to the entire CSS community and friends, this afternoon is packed with games, rides, yummy treats and food, a pumpkin patch, cake walk, and much more. 

Click Here for ticket details and sponsorship opportunities!

For the latest construction updates or to ask questions or share concerns, please visit SBROADS.com or contact the project team:

We kindly request that families use their best judgment when determining whether their child is well enough to attend school. Thank you for your cooperation and partnership in helping us maintain a healthy and safe environment for all our students, families, and staff!