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WELCOME TO ZANKER ELEMENTARY!

Zanker Elementary School | 1585 Fallen Leaf Drive Milpitas, CA 95035 | P: (408) 635-2882

  • Hetal Patel, Principal
    EMAIL: hpatel@musd.org P: 408-635-2882 ext. 2005
  • Jean Dillon, Asst Principal
    EMAIL: jdillon@musd.org P: 408-635-2882 ext. 2012
  • Sally Minor, Principal's Secretary
    sminor@musd.org
  • Evelin Gonzalez, Staff Secretary
    egonzalez@musd.org
  • Meenal Jain, Health Clerk
    mjain@musd.org

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August 6, 2025

First Week of School Information

Welcome to the 2025-26 School Year Jaguar Families! We wanted to send out information to you and your family prior to the start of the school year so everyone is ready for the first week of school. . .

August 2, 2025

Welcome (back) to Zanker

Dear Jaguar Families, Welcome back students and families and welcome to our new families who are joining Zanker Elementary this year! Zanker is a school with amazing students, a staff that is . . .

Upcoming Events

An informational flyer with the title 'Every Day Counts' and cartoon children.

CalFresh - English

CalFresh - Spanish

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VTA SAFETY VIDEO


Short video on why getting flu shot is important

Remember to “Take 3” actions to fight the flu this season

​1. Get your Flu Vaccine. 

2. Wash your hands. 

3. Take anti-virals if you get the flu, as prescribed by your doctor. 

#FightFlu