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Education

Uniforms – What to Wear to School

Milpitas schools have requirement to wear uniforms in grades K-8. Check below for details about what your school uniforms should look like.

Many local stores with a children’s clothing section will have uniforms in the late summer, just a school is starting. See list below of acceptable sources and brands.

Uniform requirements for the current school year in Milpitas, CA.

  • Shirts must have a collar, such as a polo shirt, a dress shirt, or a turtle neck style.
  • Sweaters and jackets must be plain without excessive or large lettering on them.
  • In general, shoes, socks and belts must be fairly plain and typically white, brown, black or blue. Shoes must be closed-toed.
  • Check by school name below for color options. Verify through links.
School
Pants, Shorts, Skirt, Skorts or Jumper		 Blouses, Shirts, Sweaters, Sweatshirts
Always Solid Colors
Burnett
Navy Blue, Khaki, or Black. Jeans Fridays.		 White, Hunter Green, Burgundy, Black, or Navy Blue Polo Shirts with collars, short or long sleeves. Spirit-wear.
Curtner
Navy Blue, Khaki, Black or White (solid colors only)		 White, Navy Blue, or Burgundy with collars
Mattos
Navy Blue or Khaki		 White, Burgundy or Navy Blue, with collars
Pomeroy
Navy Blue, Burgundy and White		 Navy Blue, Burgundy and White
Randall (In Spanish)
Navy Blue or Tan Khaki		 Navy, Light Blue, White (solid color only)
Rose
Uniforms are optional. Dress code or Solid Blue or Black (Black Jeans or leggings ok)		 Rose School Spirit Shirts, or White, Burgundy, or Red with or without collars
Sinnott
Navy, Tan Khaki, Black  or Burgundy (solid color only), Athletic pants and Opaque leggings are ok		 Navy, White, Burgundy, Gray (solid color only). Spirit wear T-shirts
Spangler
Navy Blue, or Tan Khaki
Can be cargo or any other style, Jeans on Fridays only.		 Navy Blue, White, Forest Green, Burgundy (solid color only). Spangler t-shirts may be worn on Fridays only.
Weller
Navy Blue, Black, or Tan Khaki		 White, Navy Blue, Black, Gray or Burgundy. Weller spirit-wear.
Zanker
Navy Blue, Tan Khaki		 Navy Blue, Burgandy or White. Zanker logos permitted.

Middle Schools
Rancho
Blue Jeans, Black
Jeans, Khaki, and Navy Blue.		 Black, White, Burgundy, Navy Blue or Hunter/Forest Green, Black, or Khaki. Spirit shirts.
Russell
Blue or Black jeans (not ripped or frayed), Khaki, or Navy Blue		 Black, White, Burgandy, NAvy Blue, or Green. Polo, turtleneck, collar or collarless shirt, sweatshirts, dress shirts.

The high schools do not require uniforms, but they do have dress codes.

Milpitas High School students must dress appropriately for school. A student’s apparel or lack of apparel should not distract from the educational process. Clothing that depicts violence and/or obscene words/pictures, sexually suggestive statements, or drugs/alcohol are considered inappropriate and will not be allowed at Milpitas High School. Clothing that reveals cleavage, belly, back, or underwear disrupts the educational process. Shoes must be worn at all times. Any student dressed inappropriately will be sent to the office. More on page 19 & 20 of student handbook.

Cal Hills Dress Code
And daily schedule and calendar.

Check with your school office for details.

Where to Purchase Uniforms

Check for Discounts in the Fall!

Costco
French Toast
JCPenney
Justice (girls only)
Kohl’s
Lands End
Merry Mart
Old Navy
Sears
Target
Walmart

Education Demographics for Milpitas

A resource page for gathering recent education demographics for Milpitas Unified School District student data and statistics.

California School Dashboard
Milpitas Unified School District education demographics reports.

Data & Statistics
Administration of data and statistics collected from California’s schools and learning support resources for the purpose of identifying trends, measuring performance, and identifying educational needs.

DataQuest
Provides meaningful data and statistics about California’s K-12 public educational system that supports a wide variety of informational, research, and policy needs. Summary and detailed data reports are available for multiple subject areas at the school, district, county, and state levels.

District Overview
From GreatSchools.Net, Milpitas schools reviewed here. Information on this page is based on data provided by schools to the California Department of Education.

National Assessment of Educational Progress
NAEP, often called “The Nation’s Report Card,” can let you know how well the public schools in California are teaching reading and other basic skills.

English Learners

English Learner Students by Language by Grade Milpitas Unified 2020-21
You’ll be amazed by the number of languages spoken in the homes of Milpitas students.

Language Groups that Meet the ’15 Percent and Above’ Translation Needs For Milpitas Unified (2020-21)
Spanish and Vietnamese students are the largest groups of students needing translation help in schools here.

Funding

Budget Act for 2023–24: Information
This letter, prepared by the California Department of Education (CDE) fiscal policy staff, provides information on the budget actions that affect Kindergarten through grade twelve (K–12), adult education, and early education programs. In the May Revision, the Governor announced that the state faced a revenue shortfall of well over $50 billion, and deep cuts across all state programs, including education, were necessary in order to balance the budget.

Graduates

12th Grade Graduates Completing all Courses Required for UC and/or CSU Entrance All Students Milpitas Unified (2016-17)
Out of 753 graduates of Milpitas High, 401 graduated with UC/CSU required courses in 2017. (Last date available 4/2021.)

Preschools and Daycare in Milpitas

Please note that the preschools and daycare providers listed with GoMilpitas.com are listings only and are not recommendations. The information provided by GoMilpitas.com is believed to have come from reliable sources, including the facilities themselves or those open to the public domain.  However, the preschools shown are listings only. In no way does GoMilpitas.com, any site partners, or any sponsors endorse, license, nor otherwise recommend daycare lists found on the GoMilpitas.com Web Site. GoMilpitas.com exists as a first step for parents, and is not intended as a recommendation of any kind. We encourage you to contact the preschools and daycare centers themselves for the most accurate information. We also encourage you to contact local Day Care Licensing Agencies to check records of Child Care Providers that you are considering.

For summer time childcare for older children, check Milpitas Summer Programs and Camps.

Centers

Achieving Stars Academy
We provide an enriching environment where children can explore their potential. We serve children from 2 years 9 months of age to entry into first grade.
301 South Abbott Avenue.
408-263-8802

Building Kidz of Milpitas at Main Street
Where performing arts and learning take center stage. 2 to 4 and up. Summer camp for kids up through age 6 available.
195 North Main Street
Milpitas, California 95035
408-934-1540
CA License: 435700750

Calaveras Montessori School of Silicon Valley
A traditional Montessori preschool that serves Infants, Toddlers, Preschool and Kindergarten age children.
1331 East Calaveras Boulevard.
408-945-1331.

Cisco Family Connection
We welcome Cisco Employees and Cisco Contingent workers and their families. Here in Milpitas our early education programs offer flexible full-time, part-time, and back-up schedules for children ages 6 weeks through private kindergarten and school age camp programs.
800 Barber Ln
408-853-2197

Crescent Montessori of Silicon Valley
Ages 3 to 6.
1651 N. Milpitas Blvd.
408-821-0109.

Day Star Montessori School
Montessori educational program. Ages 2 1/2 Yrs – 6 Yrs. 215 Dempsey Rd., 408-263-1618.

DiscoverLand Daycare and Pre-School
Sponsored by the Seventh Day Adventists, this center for 2 to 5 year olds has been in business since 1974.
1991 Landess Ave.
408-263-7626.

Elan Esprit Preschool
A few of our specialties are loving children, teaching a child to read and weekly field trips. Web Cams: View your child throughout the day.
40 E Carlo St.
408-262-3848

Foothill SDA Elementary School
Ages 2 Yrs – 5 Yrs. Christian.
1991 Landess Ave
408-263-2568.

Genius Kids
Ages: 2 years to 12 years, Licensed Day Care, Preschool, Pre K, Transitional and Enrichment Kindergarten and After School
487 & 495 Jacklin Road, Milpitas, CA 95035. Facebook page.
487 Jacklin Road
408-610-4000

Global Village Montessori Preschool
high quality Montessori education for children aged 2 – 6 years. We have a balanced curriculum, inspired teachers and an inviting physical space leading to happy children. We offer Toddler, Preschool and Kindergarten options using the American Montessori Society (AMS) Montessori method.
1146 Jacklin Rd.
408-956-8711 and
1247 S Park Victoria Dr.
408-791-6747

Golden Harvest Montessori School
We offer variety of programs: preschool, kindergarten and after school.
1905 N. Milpitas Blvd.
408-719-1686.

Gulu Gulu Preschool & Afterschool
3 months -2 Years Nursery Program, 2-3 Years Old Toddler Class, 3-5 Years Old Preschool Enrichment Class (Potty trained required), and Afterschool Enrichment Program.
1845 Armand Drive (Preschool/Afterschool)
408-477-1478
27 E. Carlo St. (Learning Center)
408-594-8242

Hands On Learning Center
Christian daycare serving Milpitas, Fremont & San Jose California Since 1984. Pre-School & Pre-Kindergarten (Ages 2-5), Before & After School Care (Ages 5-6). Academic. 637 S Main St., 408-946-5623.

Happy Hearts Academy
Ages 2 years through 6th grade after school. Language English, Hindi. Academic curriculum. 8AM – 6PM. Full and part-time programs available.
550 N. Abel St.
408-946-8200.

ICC Preschool
Ages 3-5 Yrs. A culturally stimulating space that facilitates social, emotional, physical and cognitive development.
9am-3pm.
525 Los Coches Street.
408-934-1130 x226

Jacklin Commons KinderCare
Ages 6 Wks – 12 Yrs. Each day is packed with carefully designed activities structured around the six main development areas.
860 N Hillview Dr.
408-263-0444.

Little Flowers Montessori
Our Milpitas campus offers full-day and half-day programs for toddlers (18 months) up to 6 year olds. This campus is near I-880 and CA-237 intersection.
200 Serra Way #50
408-262-6227

Main Street Montessori School of Silicon Valley
Ages 3 to 6. There is a great sense of community within the Montessori classroom, where children of differing ages work together in an atmosphere of cooperation rather than competitiveness.
630 S. Main St.
408-586-8643

Merryhill Preschool
Ages 2-Pre-K. A Nobel Learning Community.
123 Corning Ave
408-946-2812

Milpitas Christian Preschool
Christian Daycare and Pre-school.
1000 S. Park Victoria Dr.
408-945-6530 ext. 21100

Milpitas Discoveryland Preschool
Our “Hands On” program involves children in developmentally appropriate activities throughout the day. Our playground with it’s park like atmosphere, allow young developing bodies to use their large muscles as they explore nature in a beautiful setting.
1991 Landess Avenue
408-263-7626

Milpitas KinderCare
Ages 2 Wks – 12 Yrs. Preschool through School-age programs. Christian.
400 S Abel St.
408-263-7212.

Milpitas / Rose Head Start
Ages 3 Yrs – 5 Yrs. Rose CDC is also home to our local HeadStart program. Head Start is a federal program that promotes the school readiness of children ages birth to 5 from low-income families by enhancing their cognitive, social and emotional development. The Milpitas HeadStart site is managed by HeadStart of Santa Clara and San Benito counties. Head Start Program on School Grounds.
250 Roswell Dr.
408-453-6900.

Monarch Christian Schools
Ages 3 (potty trained) up to 6. We offer half-day and full day programs year-round.
1715 Calaveras Blvd.
408-263-4840.

Rainbow Childhood Development Center
All programs now online. A subsidized child care program. Check out their virtual program for preschoolers.
227 S. Main Street
408-781-8428

Ready Preschool
Ages 2 up to 6. Great bilingual preschools and my kids really learn a lot from that school. Highly recommend to people who wants to kids to know Chinese and English.
430 S Abel St.
408-659-8462.

Stratford Preschool
By balancing traditional instruction in reading, writing, and math with art and music, the Stratford preschool curriculum teaches 21st century skills of communication, collaboration, problem solving, and analysis.
341 Great Mall Pkwy
408-262-6200

Center Lists for Silicon Valley

Back-Up Care Advantage Program
Listing service for babysitters, daycare and preschool providers. From Bright Horizons Family Solutions.

Milpitas Babysitters – Care.com
Local babysitters can list their services here, and parents can use to find babysitters by various categories.

Play Groups

Milpitas Moms and Kids
We attend Milpitas events and create our own. We also have playdates in surrounding cities.

Smart Mom’s Baby-sitting Co-op Startup Kit
This book is for a mother of preschoolers who wants time out to better care for herself, her family, and her friends. Do the start up in one hour with three friends. Then slowly have others join. When you get ten-moms you will always be able to count on a sitter. With ten moms you are also free to be a sitter when the time works with your schedule.

Home-Based

Milpitas Alliance for Better Child Care
A local group of family child care providers dedicated in support of one another and of the children and families in their care. Meetings held the second Tuesday of each month at the Milpitas Community Center or at a member’s home.
Contact Toby Librande at 408-586-3203.

Children’s Place Preschool
201 Spence Ave.
408-772-7777
Providing a comfortable and stimulating environment, we encourage toddlers to explore and provide infants with the nurturing they need. License: 434414732.

Janice’s Daycare Home
1216 Daniel Court
408-263-5855
Milpitas location, home cooked meals, License # 430758457

Kiran Childcare
Licensed home day care facility by the mom of Challenger School kids. Indian Provider: We speak Hindi, Punjabi and English.
255 Balboa Dr.
408-256-9100 or 408-497-4100.

Little Hands Preschool & Daycare
I am Roshan, an artist, a fun mom of two adorable sons and wife of supportive and hard working husband. I love to spend my time with kids and run a pre-school day care. English and Hindi spoken. Red Cross First Aid trained. License #435700337.
520 Heath Street
408-464-1659

Marina’s Licensed Day Care
Ages 6 Wks – 4 Yrs. Home-based infant and child care.
1647 Everglades Dr.
408-946-0131.

Mellissa’s Day Care
Ages 6 Mos – 12 Yrs. Home-based infant and child care.
2265 Yosemite Dr.
408-934-0177.

Sherry’s Busy-Bee Child Care
Ages 0-12. Home-based. Full time and part-time. Preschool program. Red Cross Certified.
226 Greentree Way
408-263-6879.

Rajipo Daycare
Languages: Gujarati, Hindi, English. Ages 6 weeks to 5 years. Licensed. 8AM – 6PM. rajipodaycare@gmail.com.
800 Russell Lane. Milpitas, CA.
408-915-7254.

Tender Heart ChildKare & Pre-School
Ages 6-weeks thru after school care. Licensed daycare. Homecooked organic meals. We speak English, Hindi, Gujarati, Konkani, Sindhi, Telugu and Marathi languages.
195 King Court – near India Community Center
408-242-3572.

Information for Daycare Providers

The California Child Care Resource and Referral Network
Coordinates services that assist local child care resource and referral (R&R) agencies in providing child care information and services to parents, child care providers, policy makers, and business and community leaders in every county in the State.

California’s Rules for Child Care Facilities
California has five different documents regulating health and safety in child care facilities.

GrantsNet
A tool for finding and exchanging information about Health & Human Services and selected other Federal grant programs. It is part of the much-publicized national movement toward providing government resources to the general public in a more accessible and meaningful manner.

Licensing Information
In California, childcare providers are licensed through the Department of Social Services (CDSS), Community Care Licensing Division. Providers caring for children from more than one family are required to be licensed.

National Child Care Association
NOW more than ever providers, early childhood educators, parents, businesses, etc. MUST be vocal about the situation that licensed child care is facing. Without your participation there are not enough voices to change where we are headed. Please use the letter provided below to contact those in control of your future.

Drivers Ed

California online driving class, practice tests, and other tips for teens to learn how to get a permit and California drivers license to be allowed to drive.


How to apply for a provisional permit if you are under 18

Teen Driver Roadmap
Are you age 15 to 17-1/2? Discover the path from learner’s permit to licensed driver and beyond.
Here are some driving schools in nearby Silicon Valley cities.

The Best 10 Driving Schools in San Jose, CA
Learn to drive and qualify for a license in four weekend days. Teen program available. Read reviews in Yelp from students who have taken the driving lessons with each company.

Step 2

  • Call the DMV field office nearest you and make an appointment to take the written test.

Wait times available on these links below for the office and the ones nearest it.

Fremont DMV Field Office
4287 Central Ave., Fremont, CA 94536

Los Gatos DMV Field Office
600 N Santa Cruz Avenue, Los Gatos, CA 95030

Mountain View IBC
595 Showers Dr., Mountain View, CA 94040

San Jose DMV Field Office
111 W. Alma Ave., Ssan Jose, CA 95110

Santa Clara DMV Field Office
3665 Flora Vista Ave, Santa Clara, CA 95051

Santa Teresa DMV Field Office
180 Martinvale Lane, San Jose, CA 95119. Frequently has the shortest wait times.

Step 3

Be prepared with proper identification documents, proof of insurance, for the vision screening, and for the photograph.

How to Apply For a Social Security Card
If you need to replace a lost Social Security card, change the name shown on your card, or request a replacement card, you need to complete Form SS-5 which is available for download. Or you can call 1-800-772-1213.

Step 4

  • Study the Drivers Handbook

California Driver Handbook and Motorcycle Handbook, and others.
You are responsible for knowing these tips and regulations before you take the driving test. DMV. Available in many languages.

You are responsible for knowing these tips and regulations before you take the driving test. DMV.

California Drivers Test
Interactive sample driving test online, if you have Java-enabled browser. Answer sheet available for those who don’t. From DMV site. Available in many languages.

Step 5

What to expect at the DMV when you show up to take the written test.

  • Have all the forms mentioned in Step 2 with you plus the certificate awarded when you passed the drivers ed course.
  • Have your picture taken (Where to get a haircut in Milpitas.) This photo will be your primary identification for 4 years, so try to make it look great.
  • Pay the application fee (This fee entitles you to three exams of any type within the 12-month period and pays for both the instruction permit and the driver license. If all requirements are not met within the 12-month period, the application becomes void and all steps must be completed again.)
  • Pass a vision exam (Eye care specialists in Milpitas.)
  • Pass a traffic laws and sign test. There are 46 questions on the test. A passing score is at least 39 correct answers. You have three chances to pass the test. If you fail, you must wait 7 days before taking it again.

Step 6

Get the Keys! Learn to drive!
Get the Keys! Learn to drive!

Congratulations! You passed the written test! What do you do for the next 6 months?

  • Locate a driving school and take the three 2-hour sessions of on-road instruction.

Driving School Association of California
Locate a driving school, safe driving tips, traffic schools, practice tests, insurance rates for new drivers.

  • Begin your on road driving lessons with your parent or guardian or other licensed driver 25 years old or older.
  • Complete 50 hours of practice with an adult 25 years or older. The adult must have a valid California driver license and certify to the 50 hours of practice. At least 10 of the 50 hours must have been done at night.
  • Learn all you can on how to be the best driver you can be.
  • Learn how to take care of the car entrusted to you.

Articles on Road Rage and Aggressive Driving
Learn about Road Rage and how to defuse it. By Dr.Leon James and Dr. Diane Nahl.

Free DMV Practice Test for California Permit
Good driving habits that hold true on every highway.

New Driving Laws
The following are bills signed into law by the governor which have the most significant impact on the department.

Scooter Safety
Here are a few easily digestible guidelines for scooter safety that everyone who uses scooters should observe.

Teen New Drivers’ Homepage
Advice from one teenager to others. Some advice adults would probably not think to point out, such as how to best navigate a school parking lot, or that it is best not to hit a school bus. Look out for anything to do with the mail. If there’s one deer there’s bound to be another.

Winter Driving Tips
Winter driving on roads and highways in the snowcapped mountains of California can be a pleasant adventure or it can be frustrating, tiring and sometimes even hazardous. The CHP provides the following information to help make your mountain driving safe and pleasant.

Step 7

Before being eligible to take your driving test you must:

  • Be 16 years old

AND

  • Have possessed your permit for a minimum of six months

AND

AND

AND

  • Have completed 50 hours of practice with an adult 25 years or older. The adult must have a valid California driver license and certify to the 50 hours of practice. At least 10 of the 50 hours must have been done at night.

You will also need to show proof of insurance for the vehicle you will be taking your drive test in.

After you pass your drive test you will be issued an interim license valid for 60 days until you receive your new photo license in the mail. Double check your address before you leave DMV and tell the DMV representative if you have moved or if your address is incorrect. If you have not received your license after 60 days, call (916) 657-7790 and they can check on the status for you. Have your interim license with you to provide information when requested.

If you fail your drive test, you must wait two weeks before you can take the test again. You have three chances to pass.

Step 8

Congratulations! You passed the road test! You have been issued a provisional license, which has these restrictions for the next year.

Persons under 18 may not be employed to drive a motor vehicle. When you become 18, the provisional part of your license ends. You may continue to drive as an adult using your photo license, which will expire on your 4th birthday after the date you applied.

Summer Programs and Camps

Milpitas

Milpitas has several camps and summer schools within the city limits or quite close by. Fun places for kids to spend a week or more right here in Milpitas. Call before sending in any funds.

Enrichment

Otherwise known a “Summer School,” these programs help children stretch their imaginations.

MUSD Extended Learning Opportunities
The 2024 Summer Academy is a five-week academic summer program for current TK-12th grade students (grade in the Fall of 2024).  In alignment with MUSD’s Strategic Goal. Students invited to summer school will receive a letter and registration information from the District Office.
​Location: Curtner Elementary

Ohlone for Kids Summer Enrichment Program
A fee-based enrichment program, for students entering fourth to ninth grade, offered through Ohlone College in Fremont. This program is designed for students who are academically at or above grade level. Catalog available in March. Registration begins April 1.
43600 Mission Blvd.Fremont, CA 94539

Camps – Indoors and Out

Camps in the woods, or by a lake. Mosquitos, poison oak, swimming, crafts, sleeping bags… or an in-city day camp close to home.

South Bay Area Summer Camps 2024
A huge variety of summer camps are offered in the Bay Area. Click on the categories on this link to find fun and enriching camps for children of all ages and interests. If you’d rather find a camp nearer to your place of work outside of Milpitas, check here.

Bay Badminton Center Summer Camp/Academy Training
A Non-profit Organization Promoting the Sport of Badminton.Now Accepting Registrations for 2024 Badminton Summer Camp! To register, please click on the corresponding registration links according to child’s experience level.
1191 Montague Expy. (Inside Montague Court at Flemings Business Park)
408-942-2888

Bay View Junior Golf Summer Camps – Half & Full Day Options
We offer expert coaching from PGA and U.S Kids Golf certified coaches with an emphasis on learning and fun. We offer camps for beginners, intermediate and advanced golfers and are the only program we are aware of that includes TRACKMAN golf simulators, the best golf tools in the industry, as part of our curriculum.
1500 Country Club Drive
408-262-8813

Bodhi Meditation Center Young Adult Summer Program
Free all day workshops (such as digital painting and photography and video editing), vegetarian lunch, for high school and college folks. Week of July 15-21, 2023 (and future years).
919 Hanson Ct.
650-308-9265

BrainVyne LEGO® & Robotics Camps
Have your child join us and learn STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Math) through play. Our curriculum and lego kits used in our programs is from the premier LEGO® Education line of products and is enhanced by world-famous Master-builders. The sessions are led by trained instructors and California credentialed teachers. For an unforgettably fun experience, pick from our many unique camps.

Camp Zone Summer Camp
We’re designing the perfect summer camp for your child, complete with all the fun, enriching activities they love, and the important safety measures you expect. Save the Date: Summer Camp registration opens March 15. Camp activities include sports & games, arts & crafts, science & cooking, songs & skits, field trips and swimming. For more information, call 408-945-9090 or email brenda.alvarez@nlcinc.com or kevin.dy@nlcinc.com.

theCoderSchool
Our camps are held at theCoderSchool Milpitas and are run weekly from 9am-12pm Mon-Fri. Kids bring their own snacks and water bottles and we’ll take care of the rest! Kids code throughout the week then demo their week’s creations on the last day of camp.
1683 N Milpitas Blvd.
408-657-0623

Destination Science – Milpitas
Rescue Robot Mystery Camp, Artemis Moon Mission Camp, and BioBot Roller Coaster Camp.
25 Corning Ave
(800) 854-3684

Euro School of Tennis
In Milpitas, the tennis days in our Summer Tennis Camps will burn like the sun. We can’t wait for this session starts. If you want to see a big smile on your kid face, our program is the right activity to learn tennis, socialize with other kids, have great memories and of course, enjoy the Summer.
Pinewood Park Tennis Courts
1375 Starlite Dr

Horseback Riding Summer Camp
Join our fun-filled, week-long horse camps at beautiful Ed Levin Park. Camps are for children ages 6 and up. Campers will ride a horse for one hour each day. During the rest of the day they will learn about things such as horse grooming and care, history of the horse, horse colors and markings, parts of the horse, how to saddle, and much more. Campers will also play a variety of games and do arts and crafts.
3077 Calaveras Road, Milpitas
408-726-8453

ICC Summer Camp
Join the ICC Cultural Immersion camps to learn Yoga, Indian arts and crafts, Bollywood dance, theatre, new sports and more.
525 Los Coches St.
408-934-1130

Milpitas Recreation Summer Day Camps
Camp Quest (ages 5-6)
Camp Elevate (ages 7-12)
All-Star Sports Camp (ages 7-12)
Cooking Camp (ages 7-12)
Jr. All-Star Sports Camp (ages 5-6)
Jr. Cooking Camp (ages 5-6)
Counselor In Training (CIT) Application Form: Due April 19, 2024
457 East Calaveras Blvd.
408-586-3210

Most of our local day care and preschool centers also have summer programs, as do some places of worship,  and public and  private schools in the area.

Tutoring Services

Tutoring centers and private teachers in Milpitas to help children of all ages to better in math, English, and other subjects.

Free Tutoring

Homework Help for Grades K-6 at Library
Are you a student in grades K-6th and need help with homework? We have tutors for you to receive homework help, Monday, Tuesday (beginning March 5th), Wednesday and Thursday from 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. No registration is required. Basic school supplies will be provided.
Milpitas Community Library
160 N. Main St.
408-262-1171

Randall Elementary
Milpitas Unified School District is offering free tutoring to students in grades one through six attending Robert Randall Elementary School. Students must participate in the free and reduced meal program. The tutoring is offered before or after school, or on weekends. Pick up a registration packet at Randall or call 635-2600, extension 6014.

Tutoring Centers

Best Brains
Specialize in teaching students ages 3 to 14 in Math, English, Abacus and General Knowledge.
623 S Main St
Milpitas, CA 95035
510-394-0000

C2 Education of Milpitas
We offer individualized test preparation for the SAT, ACT, PSAT, SAT Subject Tests, and AP Exams. Our Milpitas location also provides test prep services for the SSAT, ISEE, HSPT, and other private school entrance exams.
75 N Milpitas Blvd
Milpitas, CA 95035
408-262-2100

Eye Level Learning Center
Our attention to detail sets us apart, and we’ll make sure you’re comfortable with a specific subject before moving forward.
236 N Abel St
408-520-0686

Falcon Learning
We provide the following services:
After-school care and transportation from nearby schools; Homework help including assistance in understanding their work; Enrichment classes that relate subjects to help students make real-life connections; Camps during school breaks through out the year.
1128 Jacklin Rd
408-658-0742

Genius Kids
Our After School Programs provide academics, arts & crafts, public speaking, and several other fun, enrichment activities all under one roof. Our unique curriculum motivates our participants to become productive, engaged community members. Our results clearly show that students who attend our programs gain social & academic skills, show improvements in self-esteem, learn respect towards their peers, school & community through daily interaction with positive role models.
487 Jacklin Road
408-610-4000

Kumon
At Kumon of Milpitas, our goal is to help all students succeed in school. To learn more about our program, pricing, and schedule, please contact us at yingyingguy@ikumon.com.
304 S. Abel Street
408-956 0881

JEI Learning Center Milpitas
JEI believes that all children have unlimited learning potential. JEI’s scientific, effective education system provides an individualized learning program based on needs and ability.
6 North Abel St
408-263-7100

Mathnasium
We specialize in teaching kids math the way that makes sense to them. Near Yogurtland.
12 S. Hillview Dr.
408-263-0123

Montfort Prep
Offering academic enrichment courses for grades 2-12, delivering our polished test preparation program, and serving college bound students.
1323 Jacklin Rd.
408-684-7001

PEL Learning Center of Milpitas
Math, English, homework help, and private tutoring.
1782 N Milpitas Blvd. A200 and A201
408-888-2772

Star Academics
We specialize in Singapore Math (aligned with California Common Core standards) and English from First Grade to Grade 9. More recently, due to popular demand, we have also expanded our program to include Schoolwork Help.
1757 Landess Ave
408-650-2588

The Tutoring Center
Unique research-based Rotational Approach to Learning(TM) system combined with One-to-One Instruction that rapidly increases academic skills and concentration span.
Director: Jessica Chuang.
1765 N. Milpitas Blvd.
408-263-5377

Vision Literacy
Trains volunteers to tutor adults in basic literacy skills.
Sobrato Foundation Center
540 Valley Way, Building 4.
676-READ (7323).

Online

Craigslist | Lessons & tutoring in south bay area
Add your classes here or find a tutor or class to join.

Private Tutors

Ekta Dang
High school and college levels. Sciences, maths, English and Hindi. PhD in Electronics. Taught engineering at reputed university for 2 years. Reasonable rates. 408-406-9997.

Patricia Brower
Grades 3-8. Math, Latin, and English. 6 years experienced private school teacher. I also specialize in homeschool curriculum. Love to work with kids! $30/hr. Milpitas location. Contact me at trixmaree@yahoo.com.

Mathematics Tutors near Milpitas, CA
Personal math tutors near Milpitas listed in order of rating. You can also sort by distance or price. You may change the subject area from math, too.

Resources for Tutors

The California Reading List
13 lists keyed to the results of the SAT-9 test.

Academic summer camps and programs in Milpitas
Milpitas has several camps and summer schools within the city limits or quite close by. Fun places for kids to spend a week or more right here in Milpitas. Call before sending in any funds.

Milpitas Unified School District (MUSD)

Milpitas School District Office
1331 East Calaveras Boulevard
Milpitas, California 95035
408-635-2600

Calendar

District Calendars
Notices of district meetings.

2023-2024 School Year
First Day of school, Thursday, August 10, 2023
Last day of school, Wednesday, June 5, 2024

Registration for 2023-2024 School Year began on January 24, 2023. Go to the Enrollment page for more details.

Campuses

Milpitas High School
A GO MILPITAS RESOURCE
Find out about school information, clubs, events and other news at Milpitas High School, Milpitas, CA.

Maps to Milpitas Schools
A GO MILPITAS RESOURCE
Maps showing where the public schools are located, links to school websites, contact information, principals’ names and email addresses.

District Info

What to Wear to School
A GO MILPITAS RESOURCE
Most Milpitas elementary schools and both middle schools require uniforms. Check here for your school requirements.

District Overview
From GreatSchools. Overviews of each of our schools.

Milpitas Board of Education
Photos and contact information of the members of the Milpitas Unified School District Governing Board.

Milpitas School Board Meeting Calendar
Meetings televised on Comcast channel 15 at 7:00 p.m. during the Board meetings. Meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month beginning at 7:00 PM in Robert Randall Elementary School, 1300 Edsel Dr, Milpitas and virtually via Zoom and YouTube as well. Video recordings of all meetings are posted on our Board Meeting Videos web page.

Milpitas Unified School District
This is the home page for the school district, with an overview of the community and goals for the public school district.

Milpitas Unified School District Job Openings
Please click on a job title below for detailed information about a specific posting. Online application available.

County Services

Santa Clara County Office of Education
Silicon Valley’s county-wide educational resource and administrative center.

Reading

Silicon Valley Reads
Planning is underway for Silicon Valley Reads 2024. We will be announcing our books and theme in the Fall! Sign up for our mailing list to receive the latest information.

Editorials

Closing the Gap To Build Support for Education
If you could see the lineup of people, resources, and money behind the effort to persuade you that all is well, you would be astonished that any negative or critical coverage appears anywhere, at any time. From the Education Intelligence Agency. [Note: MUSD just hired a PR consultant.]

Endowments

Milpitas Community Educational Endowment
MCEE became a concept in the late spring of 2009, after the latest round of budget cuts to the school district, several parents and community members were discussing what impact those cuts would have on the quality of education.

A Perfect Partnership: School & Program Needs
Schools looking for businesses and non-profits to partner with schools to provide funding or sources for the following school and program needs in Milpitas.

Family and Community Engagement

CASSY – Counseling and Support Services for Youth
At Milpitas schools, we provide the following services:

  • Individual, Group & Family Therapy
  • Crisis Intervention & Treatment
  • Suicide & Depression Awareness Campaigns
  • Staff Support & Training
  • Parent Consultation
  • Community Outreach

Resources for Immigration Support
In these uncertain times for our families who have immigrated to Milpitas, our employees continue to stand UNIFIED in our commitment to work together and show that Milpitas values every single student, regardless of background, experience, and views.

Parent Teacher Associations (PTAs)

The Trojan Parent
We sponsor staff appreciation events, chaperone student activities and ‘lend a helping hand’. The PTSA is proud to sponsor our annual scholarship program which awarded $500 scholarships to graduating seniors based on their school involvement, community service and academic improvement.

Sinnott Parent Teacher Association
We provide a link between staff and parents to support all of our students.

Special Education Parent Teacher Association of Milpitas
Milpitas Unified is a member of the Special Education Local Plan Agency (SELPA). For additional information about SELPA, please check the California Special Education Local Plan Areas website. Announcement of formation of SEPTAM.

Programs

California Consortium for Independent Study
We are a state wide organization interested in the advancement of independent study programs. Milpitas is in Region 5.

MUSD announces plans for Virtual Pathway curriculum in 2021 and beyond
On Tuesday May 4, 2021, Superintendent Cheryl Jordan announced via email the creation of the MUSD EducatEveryWhere v. 4.0 Virtual Learning Pilot program for students who thrive in a virtual learning environment. This program will be implemented alongside normal in-person learning even after the pandemic is over, as an alternative option for some students, according to the email. Students in the program will be supported directly by the district, Jordan said.

MUSD EducatEveryWhere Flexible Learning
This site is designed to provide parents/guardians resources & support to implement EducatEveryWhere Flexible Learning.

FACT SHEET: Biden-⁠Harris Administration Announces Public and Private Sector Actions to Strengthen Teaching Profession and Help Schools Fill Vacancies
Today, August 31, 2022, the Biden-Harris Administration is announcing new efforts to strengthen the teaching profession and support schools in their effort to address teacher shortages as the new school year begins. This announcement includes new commitments from leading job platforms to make it easier for Americans to find opportunities in the education field, and new initiatives from teachers unions and national and state organizations to expand high-quality pathways into the profession for future teachers.

State Educational Organizations & Info

California High School Exit Exam
The California High School Exit Examination (CAHSEE), formerly a graduation requirement for students in California public schools, was suspended effective January 1, 2016.

California PTA
Explore and utilize this Web site to learn about convention, health, parenting, community concerns and educational issues.

California Sixth District PTA
Santa Clara County’s PTA organization which provides leadership and advice, assists in unit or council organization and training, provides resources for Parent Education workshops, offers recommendations regarding legislative and advocacy issues and communicates critical information from the National and California State PTAs.

California’s Standards, Curriculum, and Assessment
Figure out what your child should be learning. Many files in Adobe Acrobat.

California Teachers Association
Here, you can learn about the organization that represents and serves more than 330,000 members – consisting of teachers and other education employees in the state’s more than 1,000 districts.

Homeschooling – Milpitas Homeschool Support Group

I, Ann Zeise, your GoMilpitas webmaster, also had a very large and popular homeschooling website, A2Z Home’s Cool for over 2 decades. In 2017 I sold it to Time4Learning as the site had become too large for one person to run. I needed “staff.” In 2023 they removed to site from the internet, so I created this archive of the site from the Way Back Machine.

Locally, though. I continue to serve homeschool families in my area in California. For those in Milpitas considering homeschooling, check Should we homeschool independently during Covid-19?

On Facebook I have a page for Milpitas Homeschool Support – East Side Silicon Valley, California as well as the Milpitas Homeschool Support Group for discussing more private matters and field trip plans among ourselves. This is ONLY for families currently homeschooling from their home in Milpitas CA. If your profile says you live elsewhere, even San Jose or Fremont, your application for membership will be denied. If you are thinking about homeschooling, contact me directly.

On the page I post interesting, educational, and fun things for Milpitas and other area homeschool families to do. Just “Like” and “Follow” the page to the degree you want to see the ideas and events posted there. Those who “Like” the site are encouraged to also offer interesting activities. While I would like to offer a park day, there has not been enough interest. I’ll leave that up to someone else to organize. The Group cannot be viewed by others than members. It is a good place to talk about how you and your kids are fairing, without concern about your mother-in-law seeing the post.

Social Distancing Activities for Kids
Whether you have been homeschooling for years or find yourself “accidentally” homeschooling because of the pandemic, you may find it even more difficult to incorporate socialization into your school day. Parks and museums may not be options right now, but there are still some social distancing activities for kids that will allow socialization while safely social distancing.

Kite Flying at Ben Rogers Park
Kite Flying at Ben Rogers Park

If you’d like to come play at Ben Rogers Park on Wednesdays, please come. My home is on the west side of the park, the one with all the red geraniums you can see from the playground. If the dark gray Rav 4 is in the driveway, then I am home. Just knock on the door, and I’ll come out to join you. My homeschooled kid is now in his 30s, and hasn’t played in the park for decades. But this grandmother still likes to walk in the park, pet the dogs, and enjoy watching the children play. If you happen to have questions bout homeschooling, I’d love to do my best to answer, or point out resources. The park has picnic tables and barbecues, a sandlot with playground equipment, dog-friendly (with bags, leashes required), a geocache and tons of good Pokemon destinations. Plenty of space to fly a kite or drone.

If you’d rather call, our home phone is 408-823-8247. Leave a text message for a quick response.

Call me to ask me questions about homeschooling in California or text via Facebook, if you’d like, but ONLY if you live in California.

Here are some useful links for local homeschoolers.

Homeschool Rooms
While homeschooling can be done in any room, indoors or out, some families want to makeover the playroom into a place for learning and projects. Here are some ideas…and some that I have reviewed as to be avoided.

HomeSchool Association of California
First look at their Quick Guide to Homeschooling During a Crisis. It will give you all you need to know to get started and get in touch.

Starting to Homeschool
Families decide to homeschool for all sorts of reasons, and then often continue homeschooling simply because the freedom is so sweet and they like the affect it’s had on their children and family life. They like living joyfully with children.

Starting to Homeschool in Milpitas, California

By Ann Zeise

So you’re considering homeschooling? Wondering about starting to homeschool? Has it been the “year from hell” for your child at school or out of school because of COVID-19? Is your little one just not ready to deal with crowds of unruly children in a public school situation? Perhaps your family situation or business would allow you to travel often, and you want everyone to enjoy the opportunity. Maybe your religious beliefs or cultural values are so different from your community, that you are looking to homeschooling as a haven. Maybe you just stumbled on this page and want to see what the controversy is all about!

Homeschooling – Milpitas Homeschool Support Group

Families decide to homeschool for all sorts of reasons, and then often continue homeschooling simply because the freedom is so sweet and they like the affect it’s had on their children and family life. They like living joyfully with children.

Remember when you were expecting your first child and you thought you’d never, ever be able to enjoy those things you enjoyed pre-parenting? Then you found you could get a jogging baby carriage! You could get a backpack and take baby along! That a baby could be taught to swim! That the toddler seemed perfectly content to go along with you so many places. You found that your children were picking up some of your interests, and finding some of their own. Homeschooling is really a continuation of this learning-within-the-family lifestyle.

Where Not to Start Your Homeschool Information Search

OK, so where do you start looking for information about homeschooling? You’ll want as broad a picture as possible, before you narrow down to a “fit” for your family. There are some homeschooling organizations out there that, unfortunately, feed newcomers a rather narrow and sometimes negative picture. Be wary of any group that could make money, lots of money, off of your family. I’ll tell you where not to go first and why:

  • Your local school district – it is in their best interest to keep you tied to the district so they will continue to get attendance funding. They may either tell you independent homeschooling is illegal in your state or will greet you enthusiastically into their Independent Study Program. They’ll encourage you to duplicate at home what wasn’t working when your child was in their schools.
  • A homeschool legal group – it is in their financial interest to scare the daylights out of you so you’ll buy into their insurance plan. If you follow the laws of your state, it is unlikely you’ll need legal representation. A family really needs a good, local family lawyer, anyway: one to draw up a will, and to be there should you need representation for anything, say, for an auto accident, let alone a confrontation with the school district.
  • An exclusionary group of any kind. While it may seem comforting at first to find “your kind of people,” these groups often don’t see the whole picture, and tend to propagate misinformation because they are out of the loop.
  • Any curriculum company or distance learning program – of course, their objective is to sell you a big package of books and materials, and maybe throw in a supervisory teacher for a lot more bucks.

Where do I Start Searching for Homeschool Information?

“So where do I start? Those are the easiest to find!” If the information is free or for the few bucks, go for it, as we say in California. You may find free material at your local library, or need to pay a little for a few magazines or books, or maybe a tad more for conference admission, but these are the best sources.

  • Your local Milpitas homeschooling support group – which is a group of families that meets on a regular basis, and can tell you how the homeschooling laws of your state are really applied in your town. Maybe the law says to keep an attendance record, but has any official ever asked to see one?
  • Your California homeschooling association – join this group for the $30 or so that they’ll ask for membership. You’ll usually get a newsletter and invitations to various activities, such as conferences and campouts. They can keep you informed about the homeschooling laws.
  • Homeschooling in California Conference – typically in the spring and summer. Do try to attend the full conference. Bring along someone to watch the kids so you can concentrate on the information. The Homeschooling Events calendar is loaded with upcoming conferences. Early registration is often at a discount, so check the calendar and the Association sites often. Most have an associated curriculum fair where you can waste tons of money buying things your kids will never use. Either kid-test the products, or bring the vendors’ catalogs and flyers home. Buy when the pressure is off. Alternatively, get the catalogs before you go, know what you want, and save shipping costs. Many vendors will lower prices last day of the conference.
  • Homeschooling laws for California – I put this 4th so you’ll talk to the others first. The laws can seem pretty convoluted at times, but you need to have a good copy on hand to see all the options. The state associations can usually provide you with the current laws and an interpretation. Homeschool websites may or may not have current laws posted. “Current” is the keyword here. The most accurate links are the ones directly to the homeschooling laws on the state’s department of education web site.
  • Homeschooling chats, email lists and message boards – people mean well, but can sometimes steer you wrong, so take what you get here with a grain of salt. On the other hand, they can also give you exactly the specific information you need for very unusual questions. (I can’t help you with such questions as “Help me find homeschooling material for my blind, adopted, 10 year old child from Romania who speaks no English.” but someone on a message board might!)

Most of all, relax! As my friends Bill and Win Sweet say, the goal is to:
Maximize Freedom and Success
minimize stress and failure

Ann Zeise had been homeschooling since 1993, been helping folks online since 1989, a teacher “forever,” and will gladly answer homeschool questions from those who have visited her former site, A2Z. My old site was merge with another, they said, but it appears all the information there is gone.

Adult Education, Community Colleges

Schools, classes, colleges and universities offering adult education in Milpitas, Fremont, San Jose and general Silicon Valley area of California.

Next semester enrollment now open at most.

Community College in Milpitas

San Jose City College Courses at MHS Campus
San Jose City College is excited to share with you a great opportunity that gives you free parking and free use of textbooks if you take your classes at Milpitas Extension. Milpitas Extension is a unique collaboration between the Milpitas Unified School District (MUSD) and the San Jose Evergreen Community College District (SJECCD) to establish an Educational Innovation Lab. The Milpitas Extension is a ZTC (zero textbook cost) site. We provide free textbooks on loan for the entire semester for classes taken here.

Technest
Technest|SJCC in collaboration with the University of California, Berkeley (BerkeleyX) will offer an 18-week course, BerkeleyX Data 8 Foundations of Data Science on edX. The BerkeleyX course does not require prior statistics, computer science, or programming experience.

College Admissions Help

Walnut Education
Choose the perfect consultant. Get into the perfect college.
1201 South Main Street
347-276-6048

Community Colleges

DeAnza College
DeAnza offers not only traditional on-campus courses, but also a wide range of alternative learning options such as learning by watching videos, on television and online distance learning.

Evergreen College
Evergreen offers a wide variety of classes.

Foothill College
Foothill, as well as offering on-campus courses, offers world-wide access through its online and telecourses.

Gavilan College
Community campuses in the south end of Silicon Valley, in Gilroy, Morgan Hill and Hollister.

Mission College
Learn English as a Second Language online, right here! Online registration available.

Ohlone College
Located in Fremont at the base of Mission Peak, this community college is utilized by Milpitans.

San Jose City College
City College offers a strong core of general education and majors’ courses for students who intend to transfer to four-year colleges and universities.

West Valley College
Located in Saratoga, on the west side of Silicon Valley. Flexible course options including online and distance learning.

ESL – English As A Second Language

ESL – English as a Second Language
English classes for non-native English speakers in Milpitas, Fremont, San Jose and general Silicon Valley area.

Research Centers

Rock Center
Harvard Business School Silicon Valley outpost located at 3000 Sand Hill Road in Menlo Park. Cases have focused on topics such as the issues faced by very early stage companies.

Universities

Cogswell University of Silicon Valley
CLASSES WILL BE PRIMARILY ONLINE FOR THE SPRING 2021 TERM. Prepares technical college students for success in the creative-technology industries by providing an extraordinary, real-world college education inspired by the entrepreneurial spirit of our Silicon Valley location.

DeVry Fremont
Jumpstart your career with a degree from DeVry University
· Complete your bachelor’s degree in as little as 2-3 years
· Programs in business, IT, engineering and more
· Leading firms actively recruit from DeVry
Closest campus: 2160 Lundy Ave, Suite 250, San Jose, CA 95131

San Jose State University
A metropolitan university in the heart of downtown San Jose, within commuting distance of Milpitas.

Santa Clara University
A top private college offering undergraduate and graduate degrees, noted for its law and business schools.

Silicon Valley University
Ceased operation spring 2018. Lost accreditation. Site still up to help students get records and refunds. 1649 South Main Street. 408-956-9898, 408-956-9834.

Stanford University
Top private research university located in Palo Alto, about 20 miles from Milpitas.

University of California Santa Cruz Extension
Great place to get those post grad classes you need for a top job in Silicon Valley. Search on Milpitas for classes in town. Other facilities not too far away either. Map and Directions.

University of Silicon Andhra
The University of Silicon Andhra will be known worldwide for its innovative programs that infuse and embed the rich traditions of India in its liberal arts based research, sciences, health, technology, and professional programs. UofSA will create an educational journey for its students which will educate aspiring leaders worldwide in all sectors of society.
1521 California Circle
844-872-8680

Vocational

Milpitas Adult Education Programs
Helps adult students achieve academic success, vocational goals, and personal enrichment. Located in the Samuel Ayer Education Center, Building 400. DUE TO COVID-19 , OUR OFFICES ARE CURRENTLY CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC. PLEASE CALL OR EMAIL US FOR INFORMATION.

Silicon Valley Career Technical Education Center
Metropolitan Education District (MetroED) operates Silicon Valley Career Technical Education Center (SVCTE) and Silicon Valley Adult Education (SVAE). Annually, MetroED collectively serves almost 11,500 students by providing state-of-the-art Career Technical Education and Adult Education programs.

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