Principal's Message

Dear San Benancio Families,

Welcome to the 2025-2026 School Year! I want to thank our families for continuing to support San Benancio and for helping make last year another successful one. Our school thrives because of our dedicated staff, resilient students, and engaged parents.  

Looking ahead, I’m excited to continue working with our amazing team to make San Benancio a great place to learn and grow. Our ASB leadership team is eager to kick off the school year with fun activities and school spirit. Mr. Hogan will continue leading ASB, and Mr. Snell will once again be heading up our athletics program.

As with any new year, we have some exciting staffing updates to share. First, welcome back to Ms. Lexi Jones, who will be returning to teach ELA! We’re thrilled to have her back on campus. While we are still finalizing a few of our staffing assignments, we’ll be sure to introduce our new teachers as soon as those details are confirmed.

Please mark your calendars!  Back to School Night will be held on Thursday, August 21st at 6:00 p.m. It’s a great opportunity to meet teachers, connect with other families, and hear about the year ahead.

I’m looking forward to another great year at SBMS. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, I’m available by phone or email at jcarnazzo@washingtonusd.org or (831) 484-1172. I’ll see everyone on the first day of school, Wednesday, August 6th!

Thank you, and welcome back!

Joe Carnazzo

Principal, San Benancio Middle School