The Elementary Education department supports the curriculum and instruction for the twelve elementary sites in the San Marcos Unified School District in order for students to achieve the state standards. In collaboration with teachers, we have developed timelines, instructional materials, and assessments to ensure all students receive a guaranteed viable curriculum. In addition, we provide ongoing professional development for our teachers to prepare them to deliver 21st-century learning in the classroom.

Areas of Responsibility, TK-5

• Curriculum and Instructional Pacing Calendar
• Common Assessments (ELA, Math, and Writing)
• Textbooks and Instructional Materials
• Textbooks/ Intervention Adoptions
• Standards-Based TK-5 Report Cards
• TK/ Kindergarten Registration 
• District Representative for CSUSM-Curriculum Design Leader 
• Gifted & Talented Education (GATE)
• PE Fitness Test (K-12) 
• SMUSD Library Media Technicians 
• Principals Meetings
• Assistant Principals Meetings
• SMEA Monthly Meetings
• Principal/ Teacher Support
• Professional Development
• LCAP
• Analysis of District Dashboard Data
• Elementary School Accountability Report Card (SARC)
• Board Policies/Annual Revisions

If you would like more information on the Common Core State Standards, here are the following resources:

• Common Core State Standards
• Common Core State Standards
• Common Core State Standards: A New Foundation for Student Success

CDE Resources and State Content Standards: California Dept of Education

San Diego County Office of Education: San Diego County Office of Education