September 1, 2026
September Newsletter
Shaw Newsletter September 2, 2026 Welcome to our monthly newsletter, a vibrant reflection of the happenings and achievements within the Shaw community. This edition brings you a roundup of news, e...
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About Our School
Alice Shaw Elementary School is located in Orcutt, CA. It is a public school that serves approximately 500 students in grades TK-6 following a traditional calendar.
Alice Shaw School is a place where a dedicated staff, supportive parents, and enthusiastic students form a partnership that ensures educational achievement, communication and safety within a rich learning environment!
We are focused on providing a standards-based, challenging curriculum as well as a warm, enriching school environment. Ongoing evaluation of student progress and achievement enables us to refine our instructional program so that all students are challenged to meet their maximum potential. Life skills are targeted and enrichment opportunities are offered to guide children to achieve academic success and acquire positive social skills. Family fun events are regularly scheduled to provide a community atmosphere for our families.
We take great pride in Alice Shaw School and welcome everyone to join in our ongoing efforts to guide students to become responsible, successful citizens and lifelong learners.
ALICE SHAW NEWS
September 1, 2026
Air Quality Update: Monitoring Local Conditions
Dear Orcutt Families,District leadership is actively monitoring local air quality following an Air Quality Watch issued by Santa Barbara County health officials. Here is the current information we ...
August 14, 2026
Reducing Screen Time for Orcutt Union School District Students
Reducing Screen Time for Orcutt Union School District Students August 14, 2026 Dear Families, We want to let you know about a change taking shape across our schools this year: a renewed, district-w...
August 4, 2026
Action Required - Annual Notification of Parent and Student Rights and Responsibilities 2026-2027
Dear Orcutt Families:Attached is our Annual Notification of Parent & Student Rights & Responsibilities for the 2026-2027 school year. This document covers your rights and responsibilities a...
WHAT SETS US APART
Our mission is to ensure that all students learn by creating a community that focuses on student learning, by working collaboratively and by maintaining high expectations.
Partnership
Dedicated staff, supportive parents, and enthusiastic students ensure educational achievement, communication and safety
Challenging Curriculum
We are focused on providing a standards-based, challenging curriculum as well as a warm, enriching school environment
Maximum Potential
Ongoing evaluation of student progress and achievement enables us to refine our instructional program so that all students are challenged
See Something? Say Something!
Report a threat to student safety, a bullying situation, or any other non-emergency safety concern.
Information submitted will be sent to the school principal. This form is anonymous, but you will be given an opportunity to provide your name and contact information if you wish. While this is not a 24/7 monitoring system, we review reports as quickly as possible when school is in session.
