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Welcome to Independent Elementary!

We are proud to serve our students, families, and community with a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment. This website is your starting point for important information about our school. You’ll find details about academics, programs, events, and resources on the pages linked above.


GOT SOME QUESTIONS??

Our Caregiver Handbook is the best place to start! It’s designed to provide families with clear, easy-to-find information about Independent Elementary—covering everything from daily schedules and attendance to school policies, safety, and communication.
 

Click Here for the Caregiver & Student Handbook

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Of course, if you can’t find what you need, our office team is always happy to help:
 

Principal: Patrick J. Hansen Schmitt
Admin Assistant: Nancy Law
Attendance Clerk: Melissa Vaz
School Hours: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Main Phone #: 510-537-9558
Attendance Extension: 4860

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2026-2027 Education Equity Review Cycle Nondiscrimination Statement:

The Castro Valley Unified School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person’s actual or perceived ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, immigration status, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer - Office of the Superintendent: 4400 Alma Ave., Castro Valley, CA 94546; Title IX Coordinator: Director Student Services, 4400 Alma Ave, Castro Valley, CA 94546  (510) 537-3000; Section 504 Coordinator: Director Student Services, 4400 Alma Ave, Castro Valley, CA 94546 (510) 537-3000