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Welcome to James Cowan Fundamental Elementary School! We're so glad you're here!
Students exploring Maker Space
STEM time!

Our students love spending time with creating with our Maker Space!

Students exploring Maker Space
STEM time!

Our students love spending time with creating with our Maker Space!

Students exploring Maker Space
STEM time!

Our students love spending time with creating with our Maker Space!

Students eating snack
Kindergarten snack time
students playing chess
Cowan loves chess!
Cowan K-Kids supporting the FACE Mobile!
Cowan K-Kids supporting the FACE Mobile!

Our Cowan K-Kids stocked the FACE Mobile with summer activities and school supplies donated by students!

[photo of students during a dance rehearsal
photo of students in front of a banner
Bobcat pride

Cowan Bobcats Practice Respect, Act Responsibly, Work Together and Stay Safe!

Cowan students smiling together outside at recess

Cowan students enjoying recess!

photo of a black, white and red balloon arch with a bench and a newly planted tree
Welcome to Cowan Fundamental Elementary School! We're so glad you're here!

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A note from Superintendent Bassanelli June 10, 2025 with photo of superintendent

As we conclude the 2024-25 school year, I would like to take a moment to reflect on all that we’ve accomplished together and look ahead to the important work still to come.

This year, I’ve been continually inspired by the dedication of our students, staff and families — from classrooms to the community, from performances to athletic fields. 

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Anvitha Samineni holding her certificate received at the 2025 California State Seal of Biliteracy Recognition Ceremony

Anvitha Samineni, a 12th grader from Mira Loma High School, was in the spotlight as a student speaker at the Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE) 2025 California State Seal of Biliteracy Recognition Ceremony. 

Samineni was one of the over 400 students across the San Juan Unified School District to receive the California State Seal of Biliteracy.

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