Dear Families,

We hope this message finds you well. This is a friendly reminder about the upcoming Parent Information Meeting regarding the transition of incoming 6th grade Woodland Park Middle School students for the 2026–27 school year.

• Date: Monday, January 26, 2026
• Time: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
• Location: San Marcos Middle School (SMMS) @ 650 W Mission Rd., San Marcos, CA 92069

During this meeting, district and school representatives will share important information about:

• The temporary relocation of 6th grade Woodland Park Middle School students to San Marcos Middle School for the 2026–27 school year
• What families can expect throughout the transition
• Transportation, scheduling, student supports, and construction updates
• Student experience and extracurricular opportunities
• Opportunity for questions and answers

This transition will impact incoming Woodland Park Middle School 6th grade families as well as the San Marcos Middle School community, and all are invited to attend. If you are unable to attend the parent information meeting, a recording will be made available in the days following the event.

Families who would like to submit questions in advance or are unable to attend the meeting may do so using this following form.

For additional context, families are also encouraged to view Dr. Johnsen’s video message to incoming WPMS 6th grade families sent last month, available to view here.

The district team has met with San Marcos Middle School staff and is encouraged by their enthusiasm to welcome next year’s 6th grade Bulldogs and help make it a great year. The attached flyer was created by Melanie Lehmer, 6th Grade Math Teacher and Math Department Team Leader at San Marcos Middle School, and reflects the welcoming spirit of the SMMS team.

We look forward to seeing you and partnering with you every step of the way.

Warm regards,
San Marcos Unified School District

For reference, this presentation was shared at the December 2025 Governing Board Meeting.

On Tuesday, December 16, a video message from Superintendent Dr. Andy Johnsen was sent to incoming Woodland Park Middle School families for the 2026–27 school year.