Judicial Officers Visit Robert Randall Elementary School in Celebration of Read Across Santa Clara County

SAN JOSÉ, Calif. (March 2, 2026):  Continuing a tradition of community engagement, judicial officers from the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara proudly participated in the 2026 Read Across Santa Clara County initiative by reading to various classrooms at Randall World Languages Elementary School in Milpitas on Friday, February 27, 2026.

For more than 15 years, the Court has embraced this annual opportunity to adopt an under-resourced school and spend the day reading to students, reinforcing the importance of literacy while introducing young learners to the values of justice, fairness, kindness, and active listening. Through this initiative, the Court fosters positive interactions between students and members of the judiciary in a welcoming and educational setting.

Ms. Daisy Gonzalez, Assistant Principal at Randall World Languages School, shared, “We were thrilled to welcome members of the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara to Randall World Languages Elementary School. Their visit not only inspired our students but also highlighted the vital role of literacy and the power of community partnerships in fostering a love of learning. Having the Court read with our students created a memorable experience that underscored the connection between education and civic engagement, leaving a lasting impression on our school community.”

Randall World Languages Elementary School serves 299 students and offers a language immersion program for English, Spanish, and Mandarin. Unique within the Milpitas Unified School District, the school’s program supports multilingual learning while fostering cross-cultural understanding and academic excellence. Judges read age-appropriate and engaging books to every classroom, sparking thoughtful conversations about civic responsibility, respect, and the rule of law. Students had the opportunity to ask questions and learn about the role of judges in the community.

Hon. Julia Alloggiamento, Chair of the Court’s Community Outreach Committee and Vice Lead of Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero’s Power of Democracy Initiative, reflected on the importance of the event, “Read Across Santa Clara County represents the foundation of our outreach efforts. By meeting students at the elementary level, we create early, positive connections to the judicial branch. When students see judges who reflect their communities and demonstrate fairness, professionalism, and compassion, it builds confidence in our system of justice. These young readers are our future jurors, attorneys, public servants, and leaders. It is never too early to introduce them to the values that guide our courts.”

In addition to promoting literacy, the visit highlighted the Court’s broader commitment to civic education and transparency. By engaging directly with students, the Court continues its mission to strengthen public trust and confidence in the judiciary while reinforcing the connection between education and civic engagement.