• Welcome to the 2025-2026 School Year!

    Dear Webster Community,

    It is with great joy and deep gratitude that I welcome you to the 2025–26 school year! My name is Carina Diana and I am honored to continue serving as Webster’s proud principal. After joining the Webster family in July 2024, last year was one I will never forget—filled with challenges, resilience, and countless moments of care and connection. Together, we navigated a truly unforgettable year, and I am beyond ready for the exciting journey that lies ahead.


    I hope this summer gave you time to rest, recharge, and find joy in the things you love. I returned feeling renewed after time on the beautiful beaches of Curaçao, as well as inspired by attending the UNITED conference alongside my fellow SMMUSD principals. The most impactful learning reminded me of our core purpose, which is to create spaces where every student feels they belong, are seen, and are valued—believing in their brilliance before they believe in it themselves. 

    This year, our theme is “Dare. Do. Discover.” It reflects Webster’s commitment to encourage students to be curious, think in new ways, and take action that makes a positive difference. We believe our students are not just learners—they are thinkers, creators, and helpers who can make the world around them better.

    • Dare means asking big questions and imagining new possibilities.

    • Do means jumping in—trying, creating, and solving problems with determination and heart.

    • Discover means noticing when something isn’t working for everyone and finding ways to improve it.

    Through this theme, we will build a culture where everyone belongs, curiosity is celebrated, and students feel empowered to share their ideas. Along with engaging, challenging learning, we will ensure every student has the support they need to grow and succeed. Our goal is to help each child feel confident, lead with kindness, and work together to make a difference in our school and community. You’ll see this in action through project-based experiences, student-led activities, and collaboration across campus. We will set high expectations, provide strong support, learn alongside our students, and lead with curiosity.

    As a reminder, classes begin on Thursday, August 21st, with a minimum day schedule. We can’t wait to see our students return, ready to learn, connect, and create together. Please take a moment to read the first edition of our Whale Tales Weekly newsletter for important updates as we prepare for the first day.

    Here’s to the incredible year ahead!

    GO WHALES!

    Warmly,
    Carina Diana