2026-27 Upcoming Events
11/8-11/18: Online Auction
💙 Carrillo Elementary PTO's online auction is a chance to come together, have fun, and support our students and teachers.
🫶 Your bids help fund some of our amazing staff, art materials, library books, classroom resources, keep the Carrillo Garden growing, support Run Club on our new field, and back the everyday needs of our teachers and staff. Every item you win directly strengthens our school community and enriches our children’s education.
🎁 Get started on your holiday gifting, and feel good about your purchase going back to our school!
💖 Huge thanks to all of our wonderful sponsors for choosing to make a donation and supporting Carrillo. Even if you don't win the item you bid on, please join us in growing our Carrillo community by supporting the local businesses who support us.
11/11: Veteran's Day (NO SCHOOL)
No school in observance of Veteran's Day
11/13: PTO Meeting
9AM, Carrillo Elementary
11/13-11/15: Students on Stage presents "The Lion King, Jr"
Students on Stage. Multiple dates and times at Carrillo Elementary. Tickets on Sale Now!
11/17: DIne Out – Surf Brothers Teriyaki
Tuesday, November 17th
⏱️ 10:30am-8pm
📍 2708 Loker Ave W #103, Carlsbad
ℹ️ Mention Carrillo Elementary when you order at Surf Brothers Teriyaki and they will donate 25% of your purchase back to our school! 🙌🏼
**If you order online, type "Carrillo" in the notes.
11/20: Flag Salute
11/23-11/27: Thanksgiving Week (NO SCHOOL)
12/7-12/11: Scholastic Book Fair
More details to come!
12/11: Festival of Lights
More details to come!
TBA: Giving Tree
12/18: Minimum Day
Early release
12/22-1/9: Winter Recess
What's Happening at Carrillo
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Support Carrillo students & programs!
Go to the auctionBids from our online auction help fund some of our amazing staff, art materials, library books, classroom resources, keep the Carrillo Garden growing, support Run Club on our new field, and back the everyday needs of our teachers and staff. Every item you win directly strengthens our school community and enriches our children’s education.
Huge thanks to all of our wonderful sponsors for choosing to make a donation and supporting Carrillo. Join us in growing our Carrillo community by supporting the local businesses who support us too!
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Run Club is Back!
Lace up your sneakers and get ready to run, walk, skip, jog! We are thrilled to announce that Run Club starts Aug. 31. Whether you're running to set a personal best or just having fun with friends, it's going to be awesome!
We're looking for volunteers to help cheer on our runners and log their laps around the field. Interested? Email runclub@carrilloelementarypto.org -
5th Grade Committee
There’s a lot to look forward to during our 5th graders’ final year at Carrillo! Here is an overview of the 5th Grade Committee, what our fundraising supports, and the events and activities planned throughout the year.
Our 5th Grade Committee team is already in full swing! We’re currently planning our Fall Bash Fundraiser, kicking off our year-round Popsicle Sales, and working on the final details for our 5th Grade Merch Fundraiser.
It is not too late to get involved! We’d love to have you! There will be plenty of opportunities throughout the year to help with different events and activities. Just email fifthgrade@carrilloelementarypto.org and let us know what you’re interested in helping with.
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We Need You!
Email us for more informationCarrillo PTO is already busy working on this year's events and programs! From Fall Bash and Festival of Lights, to Jog-A-Thon and Garden Day, there are so many ways to get involved. Whether you have a little time or a lot, your support helps make these experiences possible for our students and staff. We’d love to help you find a volunteer role that fits your interests and schedule!
SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT ✨
Our sponsors help bring fun, connection, and memorable experiences to Carrillo! This week, we’re highlighting three community partners who helped make Fall Bash a family favorite:
🏆GC Dance Company supports Carrillo as an Annual Sponsor and brought extra fun to Fall Bash with a trick-or-treat booth, our awesome DJ, and costume contest prizes!
🏆Main Street Swim School returned as a Fall Bash Sponsor, hosting a trick-or-treat booth and sponsoring the Carnival Bounce House for plenty of bouncing fun.
🏆J&J Realty, an Annual Sponsor supporting Carrillo since 2020, continued their Fall Bash tradition of sponsoring a fan-favorite bounce house!
Our Mission
The mission of the Carrillo Elementary Parent Teacher Organization is to enrich every student’s educational experience by supporting meaningful programs and strengthening our school community. As a registered nonprofit, all proceeds directly support Carrillo Elementary and the San Marcos Unified School District.
Learn where your PTO funds go and how they directly benefit your child...
Many Hands Make Light Work
Every helping hand makes a difference!
Volunteer to support Carrillo students and staff — on campus or from home.
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