With 80% voting in favor, Mar Vista Elementary School will become a transitional kindergarten through eighth-grade (TK-8) school in 2025-26.
The Jacobs Family
The Pajaro Valley Unified School District made the announcement March 26.
PVUSD conducted town hall meetings, informational sessions, surveys, and engaged with parents, educators, and community members to make sure families had all necessary information to make an informed decision.
The results were presented to the PVUSD Board of Trustees as a report and for discussion, which will help shape the next steps in the transition process.
The PVUSD Board of Trustees approved the administration request after reviewing survey results, considering community feedback and the implementation plan for a successful transition.
The new configuration comes as the district deals with declining enrollment.
“This vote underscores our district’s dedication to listening to our families and ensuring that the educational model at Mar Vista reflects the needs of our students,” said Dr. Heather Contreras, PVUSD Superintendent. “We are grateful for the active participation of our community as well as with the Board’s approval.”
Many parents expressed strong support for the transition, highlighting the benefits of a TK-8 model for student continuity, academic growth, and social-emotional development.
“We are thrilled about the news of Mar Vista adding 7th and 8th grade to our campus,” says Stephanie Jacobs, who currently has two children attending Mar Vista Elementary. “This gives both of our kids the opportunity to stay here together longer and continue to develop connections with their peers and the wonderful teachers. Mar Vista isn’t just a school to us. It is a community of families that love and take pride in our sweet little school. We are very grateful for the efforts of PVUSD to engage us in this decision. We look forward to what the future holds for our school!”
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