San José Unified School District |
1 - Allen at Steinbeck K-8820 Steinbeck Drive San José, CA 95123 408-535-6205 Mission Statement Values: We are: * Enhancing student opportunities to think critically, creatively, to learn to solve problems individually and collectively. Goals: During the academic year we will: School Accountability Report Card (PDF) Climate Survey Results (PDF) School Construction Update (PDF) 2 - Almaden Elementary1295 Dentwood Drive San José, CA 95118 408-535-6207 Rigorous and meaningful instruction coupled with a genuine commitment to children make Almaden Elementary School an exceptional environment for learning. A strong focus on reading and mathematics is the cornerstone of our sustained, substantive academic program that includes science, social studies and English language development. Almaden teachers receive extensive professional development in the very best teaching strategies and assessment practices in elementary education today. Our program is supplemented by our new hands-on Science Life Lab, Before & After School Learning Centers, a state of the art iMac computer lab, and the Children’s Discovery Museum BioSITE education program, in which students learn the skills of scientific research in the field, mentored by Pioneer High School biology students. Our active PTA provides supplemental academic opportunities for our school community, and ELAC (English Learners Advisory Council) helps to ensure the best education for English learning students. School Accountability Report Card (PDF) Climate Survey Results (PDF) School Construction Update (PDF) 3 - Bachrodt Elementary102 Sonora Avenue San José, CA 95110 408-535-6211 The Academy of Achievement at Bachrodt is the District’s first elementary Conversion Charter School. As such, it is open to both District and non-district students. It is also one of six District schools awarded a Federal three-year Magnet Schools Assistance grant to design and implement a Global Communications Magnet Through International Languages and Technology. With intensive planning and preparation, in the fall of 2008 Bachrodt offered students a newly designed, challenging and innovative magnet program that integrates technology, creative arts, and second language instruction. Bachrodt is providing students with an opportunity to become bilingual and biliterate in a second language in its Two-Way Bilingual Immersion magnet strand (Spanish and English), which is now implemented in Kindergarten and 1st grade. In order to meet the needs of our diverse population, experienced, dedicated staff will continue to implement a high academic, standards-based curriculum while focusing on the positive development of the whole child. Parent involvement is a key component of the school’s enhanced magnet program. Bachrodt and District staff, parents and the business community are working together to provide an excellent educational learning environment for our students. School Accountability Report Card (PDF) Climate Survey Results (PDF) School Construction Update (PDF) 4 - Booksin Elementary1590 Dry Creek Road San José, CA 95125 408-535-6213 Booksin is consistently a high performing school with a commitment to excellence, continuous improvement and community involvement. Booksin teachers are dedicated to providing a challenging and balanced standards-based curriculum. Building the future’s thriving citizens is supported through character education delivered through LifeSkills, Cornerstone Projects and community service opportunities. The technology lab, Library Media Center, Lifelab garden, and arts program enrich the core curriculum. At Booksin, we believe in teaching children that they have the responsibility to actively make a difference. Parents are also actively involved in the educational process of the students by supporting the school with their time, talent, and resources. Parents volunteer their time and talent in a variety of ways. Whether they help out in the classroom, on BESCA or School Site Council, parents are welcome to volunteer to support education. This year we are pleased to announce our noon-time program, ‘The Mileage Club’. This is the newest piece of our Cornerstone program. Our Lifelab garden is in the process of being refreshed with a generous donation from the Michael Lee Environmental Foundation. This is the culmination of several years’ effort by a dedicated group of parents who are passionate about gardening and kids! Finally, our annual Walkathon is a celebration of community talent, resources and ingenuity. The goal of Walkathon is to bring our community together to provide not only funding for essential programs, but also to build stronger community connections. The level of family involvement at Booksin is a tribute to the passion we share for community, for children and for education. School Accountability Report Card (PDF) Climate Survey Results (PDF) School Construction Update (PDF) 5 - Canoas Elementary880 Wren Drive San José, CA 95125 408-535-6391 Welcome to Canoas, a 2004 California Distinguished School. The Canoas staff is committed to implementing an intensive, well-balanced, standards-based curriculum to ensure each child’s academic success. Teachers dedicate a 90-minute block of uninterrupted instructional time to teach reading and 60-minutes for language arts. 21st Century skills and technology literacy are developed through the use of our computer lab and laptop carts for programs such as Stanford EPGY Math and Accelerated Reader. Our program also includes Character Education, Student Volunteer Program, Student Conflict Managers, Parent Tutors, Arts Vista, Music for Minors, After School Homework Center, After School Child Care, and optional after school enrichment classes such as Tech Girls, Mad Science and Young Rembrandts. This year we are also implementing Positive Based Interventions and Support (PBIS). We invite you to join the Canoas Eagles where students are encouraged to SOAR to great heights both academically and socially. School Accountability Report Card (PDF) Climate Survey Results (PDF) School Construction Update (PDF) 6 - Carson Elementary4245 Meg Drive San José, CA 95136 408-535-6287 Look Good. Think you Can. Work Hard. Get Smart. These are foundations at Rachel Carson School. In fact, we were named a California Distinguished School in 2002. Evident at Carson are high expectations and standards for all students, parents, and staff. The school’s community believes that a safe, supportive, and enjoyable learning environment which values diversity and honors varied learning styles is essential for student success. Both traditional and differentiated strategies are used to ensure that powerful learning opportunities are available. Some of ways we differentiate instruction are by using Accelerated Reading and Accelerated Math. Constant monitoring of progress in core subjects guarantees expected results. You would be proud to be a part of the Carson School community. Think you can? Then the choice is easy… School Accountability Report Card (PDF) Climate Survey Results (PDF) School Construction Update (PDF) 7 - Anne Darling Elementary333 North 33rd Street San josé, CA 95133 408-535-6209 As a learning community committed to the success of every student, Anne Darling Elementary School supports students’ academic skills in the classroom through differentiated small group work in Language Arts and math, using culturally responsive instructional strategies across all content areas, and helping students build connections to our school community. Instruction is standards-based, and ongoing assessment allows teachers to adjust their instruction to meet the needs of students throughout the school year. Teachers at Anne Darling work collaboratively to support high quality instruction for all students. English language learners are given focused support in all classrooms, and each grade level has at least one ALA classroom, where primary language is supported as students acquire language skills in English. School Accountability Report Card (PDF)
Climate Survey Results (PDF) School Construction Update (PDF) 8 - Empire Gardens Elementary1060 East Empire Street San José, CA 95112 408-535-6221 Empire Gardens Elementary School is focused on student achievement. Our goal is that in 2010, Empire Gardens will be the first downtown school to become a California Distinguished School. We emphasize literacy by adhering to District-adopted materials, testing students four times a year to measure progress, minimizing interruptions to instruction, and hiring three literacy coaches to work with teachers to improve student learning. A comprehensive Academic Language Acquisition (ALA) program is available for Spanish speaking English Language Learners. We also have a partnership with Partners In School Innovation, which is a non-profit organization working with our school to help us close the achievement gap. Student learning and instruction is enhanced through the use of technology. Teachers and support staff work together with parents and community to assure that each child reaches his/her highest level of achievement. Empire Gardens is home to a San Jose After School (SJAS) program. School Accountability Report Card (PDF) Climate Survey Results (PDF) School Construction Update (PDF) 9 - Galarza Elementary1610 Bird Avenue San José, CA 95125 408-535-6671 Ernesto Galarza Elementary School provides a safe, positive and nurturing environment. Our K-5 curriculum is guided by State academic standards to ensure that all students achieve their greatest potential. As active participants in their education, students experience the joy of learning and the satisfaction of developing into responsible, contributing members of society. Our Academic Language Acquisition (ALA) program is designed to meet the needs of English language learners whose primary language is Spanish by providing Spanish language instruction in K-3rd grade. English Language Development (ELD) is also a vital piece of the ALA program. We implement state adopted programs, such as Houghton Mifflin Reading in English and Spanish, Scott Forest in math, Accelerated Reader, Accelerated Math, Larson’s Math, and Step Up To Writing in both English and in Spanish. Additional programs include SPORTS for Kids, Art Vistas, PeaceBuilders, Cornerstone, ABC parents and Los Dichos, plus SPARK PE. School Accountability Report Card (PDF) Climate Survey Results (PDF) School Construction Update (PDF) 10 - Gardner Elementary502 Illinois Avenue San José, CA 95125 408-535-6225 Gardner has two instructional delivery programs: Two-Way Bilingual Immersion and a Structured English Immersion program. There is an extensive after-school program provided by After-School All-Stars, including Mariachi and Folklorico instruction and homework assistance. In addition, there is an extended school year until the end of June. A parent coordinator organizes a number of ways that parents can be a part of the school. Gardner sponsors a parent volunteer program with classes for parents. Monthly family nights bring parents and children together for academics and enrichment. All of Gardner’s teachers are highly qualified as required by the No Child Left Behind legislation. The staff at Gardner Academy works with universities, other education partners, and community organizations to serve as an exemplary site for enhancing student achievement, parental involvement, and professional development. School Accountability Report Card (PDF) Climate Survey Results (PDF) |
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