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Carriage Drive Elementary School
"Where creativity belongs at school."
Welcome to Carriage Drive Elementary School
"We at Carriage have designed an environment that engages all students in academic and social-emotional learning and promotes creativity, communication, and collaboration, creating a strong sense of belonging and connection to each other and the community."
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Latest News
![Traffic Changes as of Dec 1st]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762379815/sanjuanedu/p4ci5fmcoq0luqwfrkic/NewSchooltrafficMap.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762379815/sanjuanedu/p4ci5fmcoq0luqwfrkic/NewSchooltrafficMap.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762379815/sanjuanedu/p4ci5fmcoq0luqwfrkic/NewSchooltrafficMap.jpg","width":541}])
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about Traffic Changes as of Dec 1st
![Board Briefs: Jan. 13, 2026]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1691596686/sanjuanedu/fiksovrdccpfo2htrnam/BoardBriefsnewsitemimage.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1691596686/sanjuanedu/fiksovrdccpfo2htrnam/BoardBriefsnewsitemimage.png","width":512}])
Check here for highlights from the latest board meeting on Jan. 13.
![Applications for the State Seal of Civic Engagement open through March 13]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1767979500/sanjuanedu/xsjsqehndsrodibsz0lp/StateCivicSealOutreachThumbnail2026.png","width":256}])
Applications for the State Seal of Civic Engagement are now open. This opportunity is available to 11th and 12th-grade students who are engaged in their coursework, show a solid understanding of U.S. and California government, have participated in one or more meaningful civic engagement projects that address a real-world issue and demonstrate a commitment to positively impact their school, community and/or society.
![Nominations are now open for our 13th annual Spirit of San Juan Awards]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736187645/sanjuanedu/jpb5ycouqwhcwdepuvyw/SoSJ.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1736187645/sanjuanedu/jpb5ycouqwhcwdepuvyw/SoSJ.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1736187645/sanjuanedu/jpb5ycouqwhcwdepuvyw/SoSJ.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1736187645/sanjuanedu/jpb5ycouqwhcwdepuvyw/SoSJ.jpg","width":1080}])
Submit a nomination for the annual Spirit of San Juan awards by Feb. 6!
![Stronger schools start with you: Complete San Juan Unified’s School Experience Survey by Feb. 6]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1765558606/sanjuanedu/xn9eofefjzqeorviiisf/SchoolExperienceSurveythumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1765558606/sanjuanedu/xn9eofefjzqeorviiisf/SchoolExperienceSurveythumbnail.png","width":512}])
San Juan Unified invites parents, students and staff to take the school experience survey by Feb. 6.
![San Juan Unified celebrates student creativity at the Winter Art Showcase]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1765991177/sanjuanedu/xhirpdotvhquv3fjjzoo/WinterArtShowcaseThumbnail.png","width":256}])
San Juan Unified School District hosted its Winter Art Showcase at the Sacramento Fine Arts Center, celebrating the creativity and talent of students across the district. Running from Dec. 1 through Dec. 13, the exhibit featured artwork from students in transitional kindergarten through 12th grade, highlighting a diverse range of artistic styles, mediums and expression.
Check here for highlights from the latest board meeting on Dec. 16.
![San Juan Unified’s Community Care Hub brings resources and holiday support to families]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764632162/sanjuanedu/sorh4u9ewki1fw5bcjve/ChildGettingToothbrushCommunityCareHub.png","width":256}])
San Juan Unified School District hosted its third Community Care Hub of the 2025-26 school year on Nov. 20 at San Juan High School, welcoming families from across the district for a free event connecting them with essential resources to support student achievement.
Upcoming Events
We continue to see a need to reduce traffic on Carriage Drive during morning drop off and afternoon pick up. After three months of conversations and feedback we will be implementing a new traffic flow starting Dec 1st.
![San Juan Unified's 2024-29 Strategic Plan]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731012231/sanjuanedu/uw3zwrqzsjv6ekfnfp3i/GrowingTogetherShowcaseGraphic.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731012231/sanjuanedu/uw3zwrqzsjv6ekfnfp3i/GrowingTogetherShowcaseGraphic.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1731012231/sanjuanedu/uw3zwrqzsjv6ekfnfp3i/GrowingTogetherShowcaseGraphic.png","width":800}])
Access San Juan Unified's 2024-29 Strategic Plan.
![Commitment to Equity]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1688334333/sanjuanedu/wr9vrwhhp5qgeqybf0j8/TKstudentandteacher.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1688334333/sanjuanedu/wr9vrwhhp5qgeqybf0j8/TKstudentandteacher.png","width":512}])
San Juan Unified uses an equity lens to target and eliminate barriers for all students.
![Find a Career at San Juan Unified]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1688355379/sanjuanedu/t4smum4rrgv6l4o9x7ya/Busdriver.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1688355379/sanjuanedu/t4smum4rrgv6l4o9x7ya/Busdriver.png","width":512}])
If you want to be a part of a diverse school district committed to ensuring each student's success - we want to meet you.
![Your Facilities Bond Tax Dollars at Work]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1680814556/sanjuanedu/embt8qkf4ctx0p805jbh/017028_INT014_HI.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1680814556/sanjuanedu/embt8qkf4ctx0p805jbh/017028_INT014_HI.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1680814556/sanjuanedu/embt8qkf4ctx0p805jbh/017028_INT014_HI.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1680814556/sanjuanedu/embt8qkf4ctx0p805jbh/017028_INT014_HI.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1680814556/sanjuanedu/embt8qkf4ctx0p805jbh/017028_INT014_HI.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1680814556/sanjuanedu/embt8qkf4ctx0p805jbh/017028_INT014_HI.jpg","width":2200}])
San Juan Unified School District is invested in providing 21st-century learning opportunities for all students.
![Support Our Schools Through the San Juan Education Foundation]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1680812300/sanjuanedu/k3jlsynybqoqop0z2uc0/IMG_9642.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1680812300/sanjuanedu/k3jlsynybqoqop0z2uc0/IMG_9642.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1680812300/sanjuanedu/k3jlsynybqoqop0z2uc0/IMG_9642.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1680812300/sanjuanedu/k3jlsynybqoqop0z2uc0/IMG_9642.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1680812300/sanjuanedu/k3jlsynybqoqop0z2uc0/IMG_9642.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1680812300/sanjuanedu/k3jlsynybqoqop0z2uc0/IMG_9642.jpg","width":2200}])
The San Juan Education Foundation supports and advances excellent education for all students in San Juan Unified.