JOSE ORTEGA ELEMENTARY

a caring community of learners

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2023 National Blue Ribbon Awardee

Mission statement

At Jose Ortega, we provide equitable access and support for each and every student to thrive in the 21st century.

Upcoming Events

Events

Monthly Restaurant Night: Proposition Chicken & Easy Breezy Froyo

Oct 8

Oct 8, 2025

Monthly Restaurant Night: Proposition Chicken & Easy Breezy Froyo

Oct 8, 2025

Every second Wednesday of the month, Joe parents gather at a local restaurant, and a portion of the proceeds supports the school.

Oct 8, 2025

Oct 9

Oct 9, 2025

PTA meeting

Oct 9, 2025

Our October PTA meeting is next Thursday, in the Cafeteria. As always, dinner and childcare will be provided. 🙂

SF Board of Education Commissioner, Supriya Ray! will be joining us.

Oct 9, 2025

Oct 10

Oct 10, 2025

Halloween Costume Swap

Oct 10, 2025

Parents and kids are all welcome to join the fun! Bring along any old costumes to share or wear! No costume, no problem, any way to get a costume a 2nd life!

Oct 10, 2025

Oct 14

Oct 14, 2025 – Oct 17, 2025

5th Grade Camping Trip

Oct 14, 2025 – Oct 17, 2025

Fifth graders will spend an unforgettable week immersed in the wonders of nature at Exploring New Horizons Outdoor School in Loma Mar.

Oct 14, 2025 – Oct 17, 2025

Oct 19

Oct 19, 2025

Greening Day

Oct 19, 2025

Let’s come together as a school community to help maintain and beautify our gardens.
🎃 Kids’ Activity: Pumpkin decorating — a fun, festive way for the kiddos to spend time together!

Oct 19, 2025

Oct 31

Oct 31, 2025

Halloween Parade

Oct 31, 2025

Join us for our annual Halloween Parade, where students will march in costume to celebrate the season! Families are welcome to watch as classrooms parade around the schoolyard, showing off creative, spooky, and fun outfits.

Oct 31, 2025

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All school tours will be 8:30-9:30 AM.
PTA Greeters will be at the front entrance!

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Dates:

October 23rd, 2025

November 13th, 2025

November 20th, 2025

December 4th, 2025

January 8th, 2026

January 15th, 2026

January 22nd, 2026

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New in the store

School Store

*NEW* Cork Coasters (Set of 4)

$8.00

Set of 4 Cork Coasters.

Biodegradable
Dimensions: 4” x 4”

Protect your surfaces in style with this eco-friendly set of 4 cork coasters, engraved with our school logo and designs inspired by our school building. Made from biodegradable cork, they’re a sustainable choice for your home or office.

Each coaster is designed and manufactured by the PTA, so all proceeds (except cost of material) goes to the school!