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1 - Allen at Steinbeck School820 Steinbeck Drive San José, CA 95123 408-535-6205 Three major focus areas at Allen Elementary School are:
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2 - Almaden Elementary1295 Dentwood Drive San José, CA 95118 408-535-6207 Exciting “meaning-centered” instruction coupled with a genuine commitment to children makes Almaden an exceptional environment for learning. High expectations and rigorous curriculum in both English and Spanish challenge our students to stretch their minds and become the best students they can be. Our ALA program is designed to meet the needs of English language learners. Our Science Enrichment program provides Environmental Science through gardening, recycling and oceanography. It is augmented by Pioneer High School’s Bio Site Lab Science experience sponsored by the Children’s Discovery Museum and Pioneer’s Community Service Learning component. Our PTA and ELAC provide our regular curriculum with Art projects and funding for computers and technical support. MESA, in partnership with San Jose State University, provides students with an extended-day curriculum that involves hands-on science and engineering building projects, such as robotics and other engineering science technology concepts. In addition, three before and after school extended learning programs are in place. School Accountability Report Card (PDF)
3 - Bachrodt Elementary102 Sonora Avenue San José, CA 95110 408-535-6211 Bachrodt Academy students receive a challenging and integrated academic program. Students develop the skills and understandings to meet the challenges of the 21st Century. High academic achievement and appropriate behavior are expected. Our staff guarantees personalized instruction, as well as assured support for all students. All regular services and curricula are available to all students, including Bilingual and Special Education programs. Our ALA (Bilingual) program is designed to meet the needs of English language learners. The Bachrodt staff, parents, and business community work together to provide the best educational learning environment for our students.
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4 - Booksin Elementary1590 Dry Creek Road San José, CA 95125 408-535-6213 In May 2000, Booksin was named a California Distinguished School. Booksin is noted for high academic standards, commitment to excellence, parent involvement, and a top quality teaching staff. Students regularly score among the highest in the state. Teams of teachers and parents support and implement a balanced, rigorous, standards-based curriculum. Our program also provides for character education through LifeSkills and Cornerstone Project. The technology lab, Lifelab garden, and vocal music enrich the core curriculum. Lesson strategies target learning differences and promote critical thinking, acceleration, problem solving, and challenging tasks. We teach responsible decision-making and model the LifeLong Learning Standards. School Accountability Report Card (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 plan monthly curriculum outlines highlighting the essential skills students are expected to master for academic excellence. Monthly assessments are given to ensure that instruction is comprehensive, stimulating and targets learning differences, acceleration and goal setting. Teachers and parents work together to create a learning environment that has high expectations, allows students to reach their full potential, teaches responsibility and pride and models learning as a lifelong adventure. Our program also includes parent tutors, lunch and after-school homework centers and optional after-school enrichment classes. Canoas’ vision and goals promote high student achievement, a belief in self and an enthusiasm for learning. School Accountability Report Card (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)
7 - Anne Darling Elementary333 North 33rd Street San josé, CA 95133 408-535-6209 School Accountability Report Card (PDF)
Climate Survey Results (PDF) 8 - Empire Gardens Elementary1060 East Empire Street San José, CA 95112 408-535-6221 Empire Gardens Elementary School provides an emphasis on literacy, and, through the implementation of the “Success For All” (SFA) reading program, helps all students read at or above grade level by the end of third grade. The SFA program is research based, includes a highly structured tutorial component, and encourages the use of best teaching practices, as well as providing opportunities for parent involvement and training. A comprehensive Academic Language Acquisition (ALA) program is available for Spanish speaking English Language Learners. Students’ 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.
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9 - Galarza Elementary1610 Bird Avenue San José, CA 95125 408-535-6671 Ernesto Galarza opened in September 2001 to serve a new neighborhood of families. Our school’s mission is to provide a safe, positive and nurturing environment where all children achieve their greatest potential and experience the joy of learning. Our students are taught the purpose of learning and developing life learning skills through our challenging and integrated academic program. Our ALA program is designed to meet the needs of English language learners. We implement programs such as Success for All, Accelerated Reader, and Step Up To Writing in English and in Spanish. Additional programs include PeaceBuilders, Cornerstone, and SPARK PE. School Accountability Report Card (PDF)
10 - Gardner Elementary502 Illinois Avenue San José, CA 95125 408-535-6225 A Professional Development School Gardner is about continuous improvement. To build on our student-oriented continuous improvement and learning focus, Gardner is moving toward becoming a Professional Development School, starting with the 2005-2006 school year. A Professional Development School (PDS) is a functioning, exemplary school with five major purposes: (1) to maximize student academic achievement; (2) to develop, test, and refine effective learning practices through focused study; (3) to provide rigorous professional development experiences for teachers and staff; (4) to provide a rigorous clinical setting for teacher induction; and (5) to share learnings and best practices with parents, District teachers, and staff. As a Professional Development School we will work in partnership with universities to serve as an exemplary site to enhance student achievement, parental involvement and staff development. Diverse strands of instruction, including Two-Way Language Immersion, Academic Language Acquisition, and Structured English Immersion, continue to expand Gardner students’ opportunities for success. School Accountability Report Card (PDF)
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