About Us

Highly decorated Silverado Middle School, home of the Bears, began serving the families of West Roseville in 1999.

Silverado's programs are rooted in the commitment to establish an educational system that meets the needs of all students in the transition from the self-contained elementary school classroom to the departmentalized high school setting. Our programs emphasize academic integrity while meeting our students' social/emotional needs. Silverado fosters an intellectually stimulating learning environment where all learners experience the meaning of growth, achievement, and high standards. Silverado provides a positive, supportive, and consistent school environment that promotes healthy physical, social and personal growth where students become independent critical thinkers prepared to meet the many and diverse challenges of responsible citizenship.

Principal Rich Knox believes building strong connections is the cornerstone of a thriving campus. Mr. Knox is a highly visible and respected leader, frequently being voted as Best Principal in Roseville. He also was recognized as Placer County's Principal of the Year in 2021.

• California Pivotal Practice, 2022
• Taking Center Stage National Schools to Watch Redesignation, 2022, 2018, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2009, 2006
• California Distinguished School, 2003
• Taking Center Stage National Schools to Watch Designation, 2003
• Excellence in Design, CA American Institute of Architects, 1998

Steeped in a rich tradition of excellence, Dry Creek Joint Elementary School District (DCJESD) has been serving students and families for nearly 140-years. What makes our District special is the partnership between families, community, and educators - each committed to preparing students to become active and responsible citizens in a diverse society. 

Our award-winning elementary school campuses value diverse learning styles, provide rich experiences for all learners, and nurture self-esteem, character development, and lifelong learning. Focusing on the whole child, our talented and dedicated staff provides a caring, engaging and challenging educational experience for every student, every day. 

Our highly acclaimed K-8 and middle school campuses are uniquely designed to support the physical, social and emotional needs of our young preteens, and teenagers and offer courses that support an exciting and vibrant environment offering hands-on learning with state-of-the-art technology.  

More information on each of our school sites. 

The Dry Creek Joint Elementary School District is located in the family-oriented, suburban areas of Roseville and Antelope in Northern California. Located within 20 miles of downtown Sacramento and around 100 miles from Northern California jewels such as San Francisco, Napa Valley, and Lake Tahoe, our area offers an abundance of recreational activities and one of the most pleasant climates in the country.