About Our Principal
At Redwood Elementary School, we are proud to be led by dedicated educators who are committed to the success, well-being, and growth of every student. Our principal plays a vital role in creating a safe, welcoming, and inspiring environment for our entire school community.
Kirsten Cesario, Principal
Redwood Elementary is proud to be led by Principal Kirsten Cesario, who brings 25 years of educational experience and a deep commitment to community to our school. Get to know more about her below.
Email: kcesario@fbusd.us
Phone: (707) 961-2860 Ext. 3532
Philosophy & Vision
This year, Principal Cesario's goals are to strengthen Redwood's culture of belonging and safety, build strong relationships with students, staff, and families, and create consistent systems that support student success. She wants every child to feel known and valued, every family to feel connected to the school, and every staff member to feel supported in their important work. Together with the Redwood community, she is committed to building a school that is safe, welcoming, rigorous, and responsive to the needs of all learners.
Background & Education
Kirsten Cesario holds a Master's Degree in Cross-Cultural Education. Prior to becoming Principal at Redwood, she spent 25 years as a teacher at Fort Bragg Middle School.
Connection to the Community
Principal Cesario grew up here on the coast. Redwood is where many of our children's educational journeys begin, and she is honored to help create a place where every child knows they belong, families feel welcomed and supported, and the joy of learning is protected and celebrated every day.
Weekly Principal's Notes
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