Outdoor education has long been a cherished part of many San Mateo County students' learning experience. The San Mateo County Office of Education's award-winning Outdoor Education program offers a transformative camp-like experience where students learn, grow, and thrive among the redwoods of the Santa Cruz Mountains.
Last year, Arbor Bay students were invited to participate in Outdoor Education for the first time, and the results were remarkable. Our students returned filled with excitement, joy, and a renewed sense of confidence. Because of the overwhelming success of our pilot year, Arbor Bay School will return in February 2026, alongside other schools throughout the county.
This opportunity allows our students to immerse themselves in nature while developing essential social-emotional skills, practicing social responsibility, and engaging with peers their age from across San Mateo County. We are confident that this enriching experience will support our students' growth and strengthen empathy, connection, and collaboration.
At Arbor Bay School, we are always seeking meaningful ways to empower our students and build inclusive communities. Being welcomed into the Outdoor Education program represents a significant step forward in that mission. Our goal is to provide this experience to every 5th-grade student who wishes to attend.
As we enter the holiday giving season, we kindly ask you to consider a contribution to Arbor Bay School's Annual Fund. Your generosity helps ensure that financial limitations never stand in the way of a child's opportunity to learn, explore, and benefit from this exceptional program.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support.
Wishing you a wonderful Holiday Season,
Bonnie Silverman, Executive Director
Arbor Bay School