Vaccine Update January 19, 2021 An Open Letter to School Staff: Last Sunday the first round of COVID-19 vaccine was administered to the first group of school employees in Marin County. The vaccination event was held at the Marin County Fair Grounds and approximately 1,300 people received the first of two injections. School leaders in all of Marin’s... READ MORE >

COVID-19 School Re-Opening Update January 7, 2021 “Maturity, one discovers, has everything to do with the acceptance of ‘not knowing.” ― Mark Z. Danielewski, House of Leaves Pandemic/Re-Opening: Still in remote learning As we had anticipated before the winter break, Marin County has remained in the Purple Tier for COVID-19 infections and the surge has... READ MORE >

COVID-19 School Re-Opening Update December 10, 2020 “It’s tough to make predictions, especially about the future.” -Yogi Berra HEALTH DEPARTMENT UPDATE AND WHAT IT MEANS FOR SCHOOL On Tuesday afternoon we were informed that Marin County has gone back into Tier 1 (Purple) designation for COVID-19 infections. This development means that Lagunitas School... READ MORE >

COVID-19 School Re-Opening Update December 10, 2020 “It’s tough to make predictions, especially about the future.” -Yogi Berra HEALTH DEPARTMENT UPDATE AND WHAT IT MEANS FOR SCHOOL On Tuesday afternoon we were informed that Marin County has gone back into Tier 1 (Purple) designation for COVID-19 infections. This development means that Lagunitas School... READ MORE >

COVID-19 School Re-Opening Update October 29, 2020 The Lagunitas School District Board of Trustees voted last night to approve a preliminary plan to re-open for limited in-person instruction beginning on January 11 using the following schedule: Early November: Staff training on health and safety precautions regarding in-person school activities. Facilities... READ MORE >

All students who visit the Lagunitas School District Campuses must complete the Daily Health Screening Survey- of course grown-ups can complete the survey for them as well. Follow this link to take the survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/... READ MORE >

COVID-19 School Update October 8, 2020 “What happens is of little significance compared with the stories we tell ourselves about what happens. Events matter little, only stories of events affect us.” ― Rabih Alameddine One of the things that has helped me continue working during the pandemic has been reminding myself of the universal truth that even... READ MORE >

Class Zoom schedules are emailed weekly or posted on Google Classroom pages for Open Classroom and Montessori students. Middle School Zoom schedules are posted under parent resources on this website. READ MORE >

The Lagunitas School District participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) by offering nutritious meals every school day. Click the link below to be taken to our School Lunch Program page which will explain: How the School Lunch Program will work this Fall for studentsLunch Application Instructions & Eligibility RequirementsNSLP Lunch Applications... READ MORE >

Click the quick link to be taken to the recently revised 2020-2021 School Calendar: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/571221/Lagunitas_School_Calendar_2020-2021_Board_Approved_Rev.7.23.20.pdfRe-Opening PlansWe are bound by the mandate from the Governor to start school with distance-learning in our county. Our board voted to start... READ MORE >

COVID-19 School Update July 28, 2020 At a special meeting last Thursday, July 23, the Lagunitas School District Board of Trustees made some important preliminary decisions about re-opening school for 2020-2021. These decisions were made with the recommendation of the School’s Re-Opening Task Force, the Lagunitas Teachers’ Association (union), the school... READ MORE >

COVID-19 School Update July 17, 2020 The Lagunitas School District School Re-Opening Task Force met today and by consensus, decided to recommend that the Board of Trustees vote next week to delay the start of the 2020-2021 school year until August 24 and to begin the year with remote learning. The Task Force considered the following information in making... READ MORE >

Below is a link to the MCOE Press Release related to the delayed start for schools. In addition, we invite you to watch the recorded presentation with Dr. Willis that took place yesterday. He provides an update on the current situation and discusses schools. His slide presentation is also attached. Finally, I wanted you to be aware that the Governor is expected... READ MORE >

The Lagunitas School District Trustees are volunteers elected by the district voters for a term of four years. Elections for this unpaid position are held every other year in November. The next election of Trustees is in the upcoming Presidential General Election to be held on: November 3, 2020 The nomination filing period is July 13, 2020 to August 7, 2020 ... READ MORE >

COVID-19 School Closure/ Re-Opening Ideas June 28, 2020 It is possible to provide child care for families on the traditional school schedule and to provide staff and students with a learning environment that is reasonably safe and in which teachers can provide effective instruction. We can have both and the School Re-Opening Task Force is capable of working... READ MORE >

COVID-19 School Closure Update June 18, 2020 At 2:45 this afternoon, the Marin County Department of Public Health and the Marin County Office of Education released important guidance for safe school re-opening for the 2020-2021 school year. This long-awaited statement pertains to public and private schools in the county an includes critically important... READ MORE >

Click the link here to get a copy of our school district's latest newsletter: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/737887/LSD_Newsletter_June_2__2020.pdf READ MORE >

Notice of Public Hearing The Lagunitas School District will be holding its annual Public Hearing on the budget at the Governing Board's Regular Board Meeting at 11:00 a.m. on June 4, 2020. The Chair will open a public hearing to receive comments from the public relevant to the proposed 2020-2021 Lagunitas School District Budget. The Budget will then be brought... READ MORE >

COVID-19 School Closure Update May 27, 2020 The County School Superintendents Group met again today with Dr. Lisa Santora the Marin County Deputy Public Health Officer and discussed some important new developments in the state and county’s response to the on-going COVID-19 pandemic. (Most of our earlier guidance remains in place so I will use this update to... READ MORE >

COVID-19 May Update Dear Lagunitas School Community: We find ourselves in a moment unprecedented in human history. Two months ago when the shelter-in-place order was given, we did not anticipate the reality our nation and world would face economically and socially in such a short time. COVID-19 has not only spread illness and caused economic tragedy... READ MORE >

Here is a quick link to our latest school newsletter: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/705206/LSD_Newsletter_May_15__2020.pdf READ MORE >

Parents/Guardians can register their children now for our next school year. Please contact Liz Wickersham in our District Office for a Student Registration Packet. She can be reached by phone at (415) 488-4118 ext. 201 or by email at lwickersham@lagunitas.org. You will need the following items when registering: Driver’s License 2 Proofs of Residence... READ MORE >

The SELPA office will be holding its annual public meeting on May 6, 2020 to fulfill the CDE requirement to have the SELPA’s Annual Budget and Service Plans adopted at a public hearing as outlined in California Education Code Section 56205. Additionally, the SELPA’s local plan will also be on the agenda for adoption at this year’s meeting. For details about... READ MORE >

For Immediate Release: April 7, 2020 at 12:00 p.m.Bay Area School Campuses to Stay Closed for Remainder of School YearInstruction will be delivered to students through distance learning.San Rafael, CA – Marin County has aligned with six Bay Area county health officers and county superintendents of schools to make a unified, regional decision to extend school... READ MORE >

Attached, please find safety tips from the CDC, Governor's Office of Emergency Services and California Department of Public Health on preparing for public health emergencies. These reference tips came from the Marin County Disaster Preparedness Coordinator.Click this link to read the tip sheet in English:... READ MORE >

Here is a quick link to our latest school newsletter: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/640455/LSD_Newsletter_March_29__2020.pdf READ MORE >

Dear Bolinas-Stinson and Lagunitas School Families: Today’s county-wide conference call made it clear that the school closure is likely to continue beyond the April 7. In all likelihood, school will remain closed until at least May 1. As we monitor the progress of the COVID-19 pandemic and get guidance from medical officials, we will continue to provide... READ MORE >

Friday Update from Superintendent John CarrollThe Lagunitas and Bolinas-Stinson School District will be providing regular school-related updates related to the COVID-19 Pandemic. We strongly advise that for general pandemic information, people should visit the Marin Department of Public Health website: https://www.marinhhs.org/public-health Please read the... READ MORE >

Reinforcing the Importance of Shelter-in-Place with Young People This isn’t about you. I was having a conversation with a teenager shortly before receiving the shelter-in-place order on Monday. She wasn’t happy about the prospect of having her social life impacted and pointed out that she was at low risk for contracting COVID-19 and that even if she got... READ MORE >

Dear Lagunitas School Families: After receiving guidance today from the Marin County Department of Public Health, we have cancelled classes in Lagunitas for the next two weeks. This action is to help slow the expansion of Corona Virus (COVID-19) infections. As of Monday, March 16 students should not come to school. We will remain closed to students for at... READ MORE >

Local Schools Prepared for COVID-19 Response Health and Safety Come first; Teachers Preparing to Provide Remote Learning Activities in Case of School Closure From School Superintendent, John Carroll The Lagunitas and Bolinas-Stinson School Districts have made plans to respond to the spread of COVID-19. Since the rapid expansion of the disease in... READ MORE >

Save the Date – March 9, 2020 from 6pm-7:30pm! MCOE has scheduled a community meeting with health experts from the Department of Health and Human Services and Kaiser Permanente. The event is open to the public and available via Facebook Live. Please share out far and wide!! More information related to the coronavirus/COVID-19 is available on the MCOE website.Press... READ MORE >

The Book Fair started today and we are excited to get started with special guest authors, title talks and a high quality book selection. Your children will be filling out Book Wish Lists. Please ask them about it. This year you also can purchase books via the Copperfield's online system and the proceeds will still go to LEAP. You must purchase books during the... READ MORE >

Here is a quick link to our latest school newsletter: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/603865/LSD_Newsletter_February_29__2020.pdf READ MORE >

Here is a quick link to the March 2020 Lunch Menu: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/603034/March_2020_menu.pdf READ MORE >

Dr. Matt Willis, Public Health Officer, provided the following communication for school staff and parents related to the Coronavirus. We understand that this situation is causing wide concern. To date there have been no cases or evidence of the spread of the Coronavirus disease in Marin. Our thanks to Mary Jane Burke, Marin County Superintendent of Schools and... READ MORE >

Notes from the Budget Advisory Committee Meeting on February 6, 2020 can be found under the "School Board" tab in "District Wide Documents" or by simply clicking on the link: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/583370/Budget_Committee_Notes_from_2-6-20.pdf READ MORE >

LEAP, the non profit foundation that supports the Lagunitas School District is presenting the Valley Visions Music Series. A fundraiser, the series includes four concerts. Our next show features Tim Bluhm Saturday, March 21 at San Geronimo Community Presbyterian Church Bring the kids to this family-friendly show! Doors Open at 7 pm, Show at 8 pm $45 / Buy... READ MORE >

Here is a quick link to the February 2020 Lunch Menu: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/571207/February_2020_menu.pdf READ MORE >

Each year, the governing boards of California school districts prepare and distribute a School Accountability Report Card (SARC). It is intended to provide parents and community members with a snapshot of school accountability. Lagunitas School District's SARC reports can be found under the District Wide Documents tab or click on this link: ... READ MORE >

We invite you to learn more about our 2 unique public elementary school programs: Montessori and Open Classroom. District and program tours will be held on the following days and times: Wednesday, January 29 at 9 a.m. (meet at upper campus)Friday, January 31 at 9 a.m. (meet at upper campus)Monday, February 3 at 8:45 a.m. (meet at lower campus)Tuesday, February... READ MORE >

The Lagunitas School District’s Governing Board will form a standing Budget Advisory Committee that will advise the Governing Board in matters related to finance. We are seeking representation from all school community stakeholder groups who could serve on this committee for a minimum of one year. Date: Thursday, February 6, 2020 Time: 4:30 p.m. - 5:30... READ MORE >

Here is a quick link to our latest school newsletter: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/562049/LSD_Newsletter_January_14__2020.pdf READ MORE >

LEAP, the non profit foundation that supports the Lagunitas School District is presenting the Valley Visions Music Series. A fundraiser, the series includes four concerts. The first one sold out! Our next show features an evening of acoustic music with Valley Queen Saturday, January 25 at San Geronimo Community Presbyterian Church Doors Open at 7 pm, Show... READ MORE >

Here is a quick link to our latest school newsletter: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/551050/LSD_Newsletter_January_5__2020.pdf READ MORE >

Here is a quick link to a full month view of the January Lunch Menu: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/547189/January_2020_menu.pdf READ MORE >

LEAP presents an acoustic evening with Chuck Prophet and Stephanie Finch on Saturday, December 14 at 8 PM. The location for this event will be at the San Geronimo Presbyterian Church, 6001 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Geronimo.This a family friendly event, so please bring bring kids who may enjoy the music!Tickets $45 in advance / $50 at the door (includes... READ MORE >

Here is a quick link to our latest school newsletter: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/508808/LSD_Newsletter_October_25__2019.pdf READ MORE >

The Lagunitas School District will host a Budget Advisory Committee Meeting on November 7, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. in Room 20. This meeting is open to everyone! Chief Business Officer Jeff Lippestreu and Superintendent John Carroll will provide a school budget overview and answer any questions that you might have on the budget. We also hope to form a standing Budget... READ MORE >

Here is a quick link to a full month view of the November Lunch Menu: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/491983/November_2019_menu.pdf READ MORE >

Please click the link to see a letter from Superintendent John Carroll in regards to preparing for PG&E Public Safety Shutoff in our schools. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/489145/PG_E_Letter_Oct_2019.pdf Preparing for PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoff in our Schools The Marin County Office of Education in coordination with school... READ MORE >

Trust for Public Land is hosting a Community Open House this Saturday, October 12 from 10 am - 2 pm at the San Geronimo Club House. This is a very casual, family-friendly, drop-in event! There will be food, music, informational boards, bike rides, disc golf games, a kids' zone, and many oppportunities to provide feedback. Please click on the attached link to... READ MORE >

Here is a quick link to our latest school newsletter: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/485250/LSD_Newsletter_October_2__2019.pdf READ MORE >

Here is a quick link to our October 2019 Lunch Menu: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/477132/October_2019_Lunch_Menu.pdf READ MORE >

Reimagine San Geronimo Focus Group for Families and Educators will be held in our Multipurpose Room from 6:15 pm to 7:45 pm Wednesday, September 25, 2019. This is a casual event and kids are welcome! FREE Pizza & Drinks will be served. RSVP with a quick email to SanGeronimo@tpl.org. Please see the attached flyer for more... READ MORE >

Here is a quick link to our latest school newsletter: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/465594/LSD_Newsletter_September_10__2019.pdf READ MORE >

Here is a quick link to our most recent newsletter: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/461542/LSD_Newsletter_September_3__2019.pdf READ MORE >

Here is a quick link to our September 2019 Lunch Menu: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/455068/September_MENU_2019.pdf READ MORE >

Back to School When school started this year, I was no longer a Lagunitas School District parent; the younger of my two children graduated in June, marking the conclusion of a twelve year span. It may take me a little while to get used to that. As I look back over the last dozen years, my clearest feeling is gratitude. I am truly thankful... READ MORE >

Here is a quick link to our most recent newsletter: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/445495/LSD_Newsletter_August_2019.pdf READ MORE >

Hello Middle School Families, Attached, please find a quick link for the Summer reading & writing for 6th - 8th Middle School students.https://www.lagunitas.org/o/lagunitas-school-district/browse/63894 Enjoy your Summer! READ MORE >

We won’t let a little rain stop us! If the rain comes we will move the Jamboree down to the Multipurpose Room and the Gym on Lower Campus! The Valley Jamboree - Sunday, June 2, from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm Lagunitas School Upper Campus, 1 Lagunitas School Road, San Geronimo, CA Featuring music from San Geronimo Kevin Meade & Highway 1 The New Blueridge Highballers... READ MORE >

Here is a quick link to our most recent school newsletter: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/363015/LSD_Newsletter_May_28__2019.pdf READ MORE >

Curious about our Equity and Activism trip the 8th grade took to Georgia and Alabama a few weeks ago as part of their Middle School history/social studies class? I know I am! From all reports, the trip was remarkable -- a true once in a lifetime experience with a great impact on our students. Mark June 5 at 7 pm in Room 20 on your calendar and join us for a... READ MORE >

Here is a quick link to our latest newsletter: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/360992/LSD_Newsletter_May_21__2019.pdf READ MORE >

With heavy rains and strong winds in the forecast for Saturday, we have decided to postpone the Valley Jamboree. Our new date will be announced soon! If you bought tickets already, your tickets will be honored for the new date. You can also EMAIL us regarding a refund.Thank you for your patience! READ MORE >

A Free Family Event! Come join us in our Spring Garden Celebration from 12 pm - 6 pm on Saturday, May 4. Many activities are planned including: a picnic potluck, live music, wood-fire pizza, story telling, nature crafts and games. READ MORE >

LATEST LEAP NEWSThe 2018-19 Auction and VV season is over.THANK YOU for helping us raise over $30,000 as we strive to meet our goalBy far the best source of district revenue is your recurring year-round PLEDGE. Find our NEW donor platform here It is now easy to make, confirm, and track your contribution. Just do it. https://leap4education.org/par...NITTY GRITTY... READ MORE >

Our annual Book Fair returns next week to our MPR. Books purchased help support our school, and our libraries in particular. Please help us share the love of reading with our students and visit the Book Fair before or after school. Trustee Denise Bohman is excited to return to her past role as Book Fair Coordinator for our final year with the Scholastic Book... READ MORE >

Critical Thinking. Please consider the first phrase in the Bolinas-Stinson School Vision Statement: (This may be of interest in Lagunitas too.) We educate students to be inspired critical thinkers… I think that is wonderful! Since we believe our job is to facilitate critical thinking in our students, we should also want adults in our school... READ MORE >

The LEAP Board is inspired and thrilled to have hosted such an enthusiastic and FUN crowd at our TOTALLY 80's Valley Visions Fundraiser this past Saturday, February 2nd. The PEOPLE of the Lago community is what made the event so remarkable. The energy was infectious and we hope this is a sign of more of the same in the 2nd half of the school year. THANK YOU ALL... READ MORE >

Each year, the governing boards of California school districts prepare and distribute a School Accountability Report Card (SARC). It is intended to provide parents and community members with a snapshot of school accountability. Lagunitas School District's SARC reports can be found under the District Wide Documents tab or by clicking on this link:... READ MORE >

We invite you to learn more about our 2 unique public elementary school programs: Montessori and Open Classroom. Orientation on Thursday, January 31, 2019 from 6:30 – 7:30 pm in Lagunitas School MPR. Sign up for program tours at the orientation! Tour dates: Friday, February 1Monday, February 4Wednesday, February 6 Informal tours available later by... READ MORE >

Recently someone made a reference to the nation-wide “math debate” and advocated for students to practice math facts. She drew a parallel to music education and noted how competent musicians spend a lot of time practicing scales. Her analogy reminded me of teaching young marital arts students who wanted to know the “secrets” of Karate. The most obvious “secret” is... READ MORE >

Here is some new information about the wisdom of pushing kids through math courses quickly. https://hechingerreport.org/op... READ MORE >

Community Forum – 2018 Long Range Plan – Lagunitas School District The following input from our community was transcribed from the poster boards created during our community forum, April 18, 2018. Individual comments are listed below with the number of people adding check marks to indicate agreement in parentheses ( ). The categories for discussion included: ... READ MORE >

The Lagunitas mobile app is intended to provide parents with fast, convenient access to school information. When you tap on the pull-down menu in the upper left corner of the app’s home screen you will see quick links to a Live Feed(brief messages about a variety of topics) News, Events, Staff, Dining, Documents, etc. The app is linked to the school’s website... READ MORE >

We are happy to announce that the school's new mobile app has gone live. Over the next few weeks additional content will be added providing easy to access school information including lunch menus, special events, live streams and emergency notifications. Please download the free app at the App Store on your mobile phone and allow notification so that you will... READ MORE >