Mission Statement

The school's vision is one in which the staff, community and students work together to encourage responsibility, integrity and an enthusiasm for learning. We truly believe that "Teamwork Makes the Dream Work" as we all work together to make decisions that are good for children. There are high expectations for academic achievement coupled with a school wide effort to support all children who are not meeting standards. Parent involvement is high and the culture at Foothill Oaks is positive and productive.

Curriculum Development

All curriculum development in the Twin Rivers Unified School District is based on the California State Content Standards and Frameworks. Curriculum guides are updated regularly by the Educational Services Department, to align with the state standards, district goals, and the statewide assessment program.

School Leadership

Leadership at Foothill Oaks Elementary is a responsibility shared between district administration, the principal, instructional staff, students, and parents. The district’s emphasis is on a well-balanced and rigorous core curriculum at all grade levels. Instructional programs are aligned with state and district standards. Leadership duties were assumed by Principal Linda Reuter. Staff members and parents participate on various committees that make decisions regarding the priorities and direction of the school plan to ensure the instructional programs are consistent with students’ needs and the school plan complies with district goals.

Parent & Community Involvement

Foothill Oaks Elementary uses several strategies to involve parents. Several means of communication are used to invite parents to attend events and participate in conferences, parent education nights, the School Site Council and English Language Advisory Committee and the PTA. Each family receives phone calls from their child's teacher to discuss their child, answer questions about the school and to invite families to our Back to School Picnic and Back to School Night. Families are also encouraged to participate in grade level performances, Fall Carnival, Poetry Night, Talent Show, Science Night, Open House, Running Club, Fieldtrips, support with Book Fairs and Holiday Shop, Field Day, assisting in classroom activities and other PTA events.

Foothill Oaks Elementary School communicates with parents in many ways. Regular phone calls are made to families both before the beginning of the school year and throughout the school year. The school newsletter, The Howler, goes out monthly, as well as regular newsletters sent home by teachers with information about school and class activities, homework expectations and tips for families in supporting student learning. All teachers have pages on the district website, and teachers are available through voicemail and email, which is given out at the beginning of the year. Monthly parent-principal coffees are held to give the opportunity to discuss topics of their choosing.