Welcome Back, Wildcats!

Welcome back to a brand-new school year at Walnut Grove Elementary School, Home of the Wildcats! This year is especially meaningful as I begin my first full year as principal of Walnut Grove. I am honored and excited to serve alongside our dedicated staff, students, and families. I am also thrilled to welcome Ms. Christina Anders, who will be joining me as part of our leadership team. Together, we are excited to begin another year filled with learning, growth, discovery, and new opportunities. We look forward to working together to make this a joyful, successful, and memorable school year for every Wildcat.

At Walnut Grove, we believe in living out our ROAR Expectations every day. Our Wildcats are encouraged to Respect others, Offer kindness, Act responsibly, and Remember safety in all that they do. 

Our school is proud to offer a diverse range of educational opportunities designed to meet the unique needs and strengths of every student. Our programs include our Dual Immersion Strand, Mild/Mod Special Education Strand, an ESN Special Education Strand, and a Traditional English-Only Strand. Together, these programs make Walnut Grove a welcoming and inclusive community where every student belongs, learns, and thrives.

We know that the strongest schools are built through strong partnerships with families and look forward to forming meaningful partnerships with you. Your voice, involvement, and partnership are an important part of our school community, and we welcome opportunities to learn from one another throughout the year.

To our students, take pride in being a Wildcat and come ready to ROAR. To our families, thank you for trusting us with what matters most—your children. Here’s to a wonderful school year filled with learning, laughter, belonging, partnership, and Wildcat pride!

Welcome back, Wildcats! 

With warmth and Wildcat Pride,
Mrs. Ana M. Vargas
Principal
Walnut Grove Elementary School
Home of the Wildcats!