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Table of Contents
Best Wishes for a Successful School Year!
District Map ...............................................................................................................4A Message From The Superintendent - Dr. Ruth Pérez ...............................................5A Message From The Board President - Lorraine Neal ................................................5Board of Education ......................................................................................................6STAR Accountability Report .......................................................................................8NLMUSD Celebrating Diversity .................................................................................. 10NLMUSD-An Award Winning District .......................................................................... 11NLMUSD Magnet School Programs .............................................................................12School Calendar, Graduation Dates, PTA Council ........................................................ 14Headstart/Preschool Program .....................................................................................16ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS ............................................................................... 17Chavez Elementary School ........................................................................................ 17Dolland Elementary School ........................................................................................ 18Dulles Elementary School .......................................................................................... 19Eastwood Elementary School .....................................................................................20Edmonston Elementary School ................................................................................... 21Escalona Elementary School ......................................................................................22Foster Elementary School ......................................................................................... .23Gardenhill Elementary School....................................................................................23Glazier Elementary School ........................................................................................24D.D. Johnston Elementary School ...............................................................................25La Pluma Elementary School .....................................................................................26Lampton Elementary School .......................................................................................27Moffi tt Elementary School ........................................................................................28Morrison Elementary School ......................................................................................29New River Elementary School ...................................................................................30Nuffer Elementary School ......................................................................................... 31Sanchez Elementary School ...................................................................................... 31MIDDLE SCHOOLS ........................................................................................32Benton Middle School-Visual and Performing Arts Magnet ........................................ 32Corvallis Middle School-Arts and Technology Magnet ................................................34Hutchinson Middle School-Math, Science, and Technology Magnet .............................35Los Alisos Middle School-Math, Science, and Technology Magnet ...............................36Los Coyotes Middle School-Centurian Honors Magnet ................................................37Waite Middle School-Careers Magnet .......................................................................38HIGH SCHOOLS ................................................................................................39John Glenn High School .............................................................................................39La Mirada High School ..............................................................................................40Norwalk High School ................................................................................................. 41
NLMUSD Adult School ...............................................................................................42Southeast ROP Academy ...........................................................................................43
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WELCOME BACK TO SCHOOL! We are excited to begin the year communicating through this Back to School Edition with the families of the students we serve, as well as our supportive business community. Norwalk-La Mirada Unified has joined with the Los Cerritos Community News to print this newspaper. Los Cerritos Community News will be providing news coverage to the cities of Norwalk and La Mirada. We appreciate the partnership and the opportunity it brings to communicate information about our schools. As the new school year begins, we look forward to providing students with new opportunities to experience academic success as well as develop their talents, whether in music, the arts and sports. At Norwalk La Mirada Unified
we are dedicated to the development of the whole child. With this perspective, our vision is to provide excellent, distinctive educational experiences that will equip our students for success today and in the future.
This previous year we experienced significant growth in our Academic Performance Index, as well as improve-ment in English Language Arts and Mathematics. Additionally, our high school graduation rate also increased and more students passed the high school exit exam (CAHSEE). Our teachers, administrators and staff are committed to the success of our students. Our supportive School Board Members allow us to push further to challenge our students and provide a rigorous curriculum.
Despite the difficult economy and diminishing resources from the State, with the engagement and support of parents, families, and community, we can and will continue to work hard to provide high levels of learning for ALL children.
Welcome back to school!
A Message From The Superintendent - Dr. Ruth Pérez
On behalf of the Board of Education, we welcome you and your students to the 2011-2012 school year. We have much to be proud of this year. The Academic Performance Index just released by the State reveals that once again our District has demonstrated growth in test scores. Our students are learning and achieving! All this is possible because of the dedicated and collaborative work of our teachers, classified staff, and administration to ensure the suc-cess of our students. Our employees truly believe that all students can and will achieve in our schools.
This year we have expanded our Visual and Performing Arts programs in our schools while maintaining an enriched academic curriculum for our students. We have opened “Magnet” programs in our middle schools that specialize in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math, the Arts and Technology, and on-line rigorous high school courses for middle school students.
Our goal as a District is to provide a rigorous academic curriculum while exposing students to the Visual and Performing Arts. Our Southeast Military Academy has expanded to include 9-12th grade courses and we are offering more Career and Technical Education courses in our high schools to prepare students to work in our communities.
With the support of parents, teachers, classified staff, and administration, we will continue to offer the very best programs to our students.
The Board of Education wishes you and your students a wonderful and successful 2011-2012 school year.
Sincerely,Lorraine Neal
Board PresidentNorwalk-La Mirada
A Message From The Board President - Lorraine Neal
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Lorraine Neal, President of the Board, was elected to the Norwalk-La Mirada Board in 2007. She has been a resident of Norwalk since 2003. Miss Neal is a graduate of California State University Long Beach with a B.A. in History. She received her teaching credentials in Special Education and Social Sciences from Cali-fornia State University Dominguez Hills.
This is her 21st year as a teacher, and she currently teaches 6th and 7th grade History at Sussman Middle School in the Downey Unifi ed School District. As an educator, Miss Neal is involved in the Downey Education Association Teachers’ Union. She was recently elected President of her Association. It was through her work with the union that she realized she wanted to run for the School Board. She admired her own School Board members for always being open to working collaboratively with the Association.
Miss Neal takes much pride in the achievements made in the Norwalk-La Mirada Unifi ed School District. As a member of the Board, she enjoys being part of two great communities, Norwalk and La Mirada, and she uses every opportunity her schedule allows to visit schools and watch students perform. She takes great pride in the “amazing teachers, classifi ed staff, and administrators that always put students fi rst to ensure their success in school.”
Miss Neal is also a member of the Norwalk Chamber of Commerce, Delta Kappa Gamma, an educational organi-zation, Downey Rotary, and the La Mirada Kiwanis. She enjoys working on community projects that will benefi t the lives of community members, but especially students. She is grateful to the communities of Norwalk and La Mirada for their support of her leadership over the last four years.
Board of Education
Karen Morrison, Member of the Board, was elected to the Norwalk-La Mirada Unifi ed School Board in 2005. She has had extensive involvement in our district community. She has held many leadership positions in the PTA, including Council PTA President, receiving the PTA Golden Oak Service Award in 2001. Karen served as the Board President in the 2007 – 2008 school year. She has been a resi-
dent of La Mirada for 50 years. She is proud to be a product of this school district. She and her husband have two adult children. Their son, Sean and daughter, Amber received their K – 12 education in this school district. Karen feels honored to give back to her hometown community and to ensure that every student in Norwalk and La Mirada has the resources to achieve academic success. Continuing strong partnerships among parents, teachers, administrators, employee groups, and the school board is a priority. She is proud to represent our children, the school community, and the public education system as a member of the Board.
Margarita Rios was elected to the board in November of 2009. She is married with three sons. All three sons have attended schools in the district; two are in college, and one is still in high school. She has been a resident of Norwalk for 21 years. She grew up in Whittier, and graduated from Califor-nia High School in 1988.
Mrs. Rios earned an Associate of Arts degree from Cerritos College and a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a minor in Psychology in May of 1997, from California State University Long Beach. She received the Jeannie Eisentraut award for Outstanding Female Graduate of the Criminal Justice Department. She also graduated from Rio Hondo Police Academy in January of 1998.
Mrs. Rios is a detective with the Los Angeles School Po-lice Department, and has been employed with LASPD for 13 years. Currently, she is assigned to the Special Investigations Section. Past assignments include School Resource Offi cer and Backgrounds Investigator. She is also a Notary Public.
Mrs. Rios is involved in PTA and the English Language Advisory Committee (ELAC). She is a member of the dis-trict’s Student Wellness Committee. This is her second year as a board member for Southeast ROP. She is also a member of the National Association of Latino Elected Offi cials (NA-LEO), League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), and the Norwalk Community Coordinating Council (NCCC).
Ed Hengler has served students and parents of the Norwalk-La Mirada Unifi ed School District as a Teacher, an Assistant Principal, a Principal, an Adult School Director, an Assistant Superintendent, a Board member, and an ROP Board member. The former La Mirada High School Spanish Teacher and his wife, Burleen, have three
daughters who graduated from La Mirada High School: Sara, Laura, and Julie. He and his wife Burleen have been married 52 years and have lived in La Mirada for 50 years.
Mr. Hengler is currently serving his four year term on the Board of Education. He is dedicated to providing the same quality education for all District students that his daughters re-ceived at Anthony and Eastwood Elementary Schools, Benton and Los Coyotes Middle Schools, and La Mirada High School.
Mr. Hengler served in Spain and Mexico as a Fulbright Teacher Scholar. He believes that the successes of our students come from the dedication and personal attention of parents, teachers, counselors, principals, classifi ed employees and administrators. He has fi ve grandchildren who are the joy of his life.
She is currently taking courses in the Masters in Gover-nance Program with the California School Board Association. She has shared that her service on the board of education has been truly rewarding, and what she enjoys the most is inter-acting with the students and their families that comprise our school community.
Best Wishes for a Successful School Year!
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Darryl Adams, is currently the board’s most tenured member, having fi rst been elected in 1993 as a part of a referendum and has been re-elected an unprecedented four times. He’s been Board President three times, with the distinction of having been President during the fi rst year of the last two superintendents, 15 years apart. He is a local delegate for the California School Boards
Association, representing Region 24 and is a member of the Annual Conference Committee. As a board member, he has championed the causes of students and employees alike and believes that all students should have equal access to a rigorous curriculum.
A graduate of USC with a BA in Political Science, Darryl originally started his professional career working for current California Governor Jerry Brown and became a substitute teacher for Norwalk-La Mirada while contemplating law school. He decided on a career in teaching and taught in the district for eight years, prior to his election. Since then, he has continued as an educator and is currently employed at South East High School in LAUSD. He has been the recipient of a PTSA Honorary Service Award, Yearbook dedication, nine times “Who’s Who Amongst American Teachers”, Norwalk Citizen of the year fi nalist, as well as over 20 years as a coach and advisor in the community.
Darryl cites his late parents, most notably his mother for the inspiration and drive that has enabled him to serve over the years. His passion for children and equal opportunity for all is one staple in his daily life. Darryl has two adult children and has resided in the community since 1986, and currently serves as a member of the Community Promotions Commission in Norwalk.
Ana Valencia has been elected to the Norwalk-La Mirada Unifi ed School Board three times, in 2001, 2005 and 2009. She served as School Board President in 2009. Her leadership and commitment to students and their education goes beyond her role on the school board.
Born in Mexico in 1967, Ana moved to California in 1971. Ana attended local
public schools, graduated from Roosevelt High School and re-ceived her Bachelor’s of Arts from California State University, Los Angeles in 1992, majoring in Sociology and a minor in Business. Ana soon went to work helping disadvantaged youth by working as a case worker for Covenant House, a non-profi t organization dedicated to housing and educating homeless and abused children. In 1996, Ana realized her dream of becoming a classroom teacher and taught children in her local commu-nity. Always wanting to do more for the children, Ana decided to run for school board and in 2001 and was elected to the Norwalk-La Mirada Unifi ed School District. Ms Valencia is a member of the California School Board Association Delegate Assembly and has twice been honored as a Woman of the Year, by Congresswoman Grace Napolitano in 2011, and by Senator Martha Escutia in 2005.
In addition to serving as a teacher, Ana was elected as Secretary to the United Teachers of Los Angeles (UTLA) and elected as Vice President to the National Education Associa-tion. Ana is a proud homeowner in Norwalk and lives with her two small dogs “Sasha Bear” who was rescued from the local shelter, SEACCA and “Snickers” who needed a good home after his mother and siblings were abducted.
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Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District
Welcome Back to School !
Wishing you a l l the best and cont inued success as you begin a new school year .
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On Sept. 13 the California Department of Edu-cation released its 2010-2011 Accountability Progress Report to the public. The Report
provides results from the state accountability system which includes the Academic Performance Index (API) and the federal ac-countability system using the Adequate Yearly Prog-ress (AYP) targets. Both the API and AYP are based upon statewide assessment results from the Standard-ized Testing and Reporting (STAR) Pro-gram and from the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE).
The 2010-11 STAR Program includes the Califor-nia Standards Test (CST) for students in grades two through eleven. The test results of the English lan-guage arts and Math tests were sent home to families during August and September.
Norwalk/La Mirada Unified School District con-tinued to show strong growth with its increased API of 754 in 2010 to 764 in 2011. The 10 points gain is significant for a school district that serves multiple communities with a diverse student population. One of major District strategic goals for the past several years has been to close the achievement gap among the communities the District serves as well as among the various sub-group of students.
Eleven schools tested in the District met the State’s target of an API of 800 or more. Two schools exceeded an API of 900.
Several schools made significant growth this year, 22 of 28 schools showed API growth. Several schools in-creased 38 points (Lampton ES) to 35 points ( Nuffer ES). 21 of 27 had increases in their API scores. Two schools achieved API scores above 900 including 910, Gardenhill
NLMUSD Makes Great Gains on the STAR TestAcademic Performance Index (API)
Comparison 2006-2011ES and 902, Eastwood Elementary ES. Eleven of those achieved API scores above 800 including, (Glazier ES, D.D. Johnston ES, Escalona ES, Foster Road ES, Dolland ES, Dulles ES, Morrison ES, La Pluma ES, Lampton ES, Hutchinson MS, Los Coyotes MS).
One of our schools D.D.Johnston increased 101 points in their API in two ye-ars and Glazier increased 82 points, Ed-mondson incre-ased 79 points, and Lampton increased 68 points!
Meet-ing federal targets prove to be a more challenging task for all districts due
to its moving targets each year. Under the No Child Left Behind Act, the goal is have all students profi-cient in English language arts and Math by 2014. In NLMUSD met 32 of the 42 Adequate Yearly Progress criteria. The complex federal accountability system is currently under review in Congress and is antici-pated to change.
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In the Norwalk-La Mirada Unifi ed School Dis-trict we not only believe in rigorous and engaging instruction, but educating the “whole child” as well. Visual and Performing Arts learning opens doors to
new possibilities, and provides students a means of understanding their world and the diverse cultural infl uences that surround them. Not only does inter-est and participation in the Arts lead to a high state of motivation, but it produces the sustained attention
necessary to improve on performance in core subjects. That is why Arts Education is crucial in a child’s edu-cation, and so important to us here in the Norwalk-La Mirada USD. This is also the reason that we continue to add new Arts Programs for our students. We are educating and preparing our students for the creative thinking necessary for the 21st Century.
Along with training our Elementary Teachers to integrate Arts into the core curriculum, new and con-tinuing Arts Programs at different Elementary Schools include: Weekly Music Classes for all students, World Drumming and Percussion Classes, Beginning and Intermediate String and Band Classes, Guitar Classes, Garage Band Musical Composition, After-School Choirs, Mariachi Class, Piano Class, After-School String Programs, Meet the Masters Visual Arts, and African Drumming and Dance.
New and continuing Arts Programs at our Middle Schools include: Beginning, Intermediate and Ad-vanced Instrumental Music, Orchestra, Jazz Band, Guitar, Choir, World Percussion and Steel Pan Band, Piano Class, Garage Band Performance and Composi-tion, Visual Arts Classes, Media Arts, Creative Writ-ing, Photography, Dance, and Theatre Classes.
Award-Winning Arts Courses in our High Schools include: Marching Band, Wind Ensemble, Concert Band, Drum Line, Jazz Band, Orchestra, Concert Choir, Advanced Choir, World Percussion and Steel Pans, Mariachi, AP Music Theory, AP Studio Art, Guitar, Advanced Guitar, Cartooning, Fashion Design, Culinary Arts, Video Production, Drama and Theatre Production, Dance, Modern Dance, Ceramics, Media Arts, Mixed-Media, Photography, Visual Arts, and Music and Art Technology.
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Another Great Year for the Morrison Tigers!
Julia B. Morrison Elementary School, a California Distinguished School, has earned the Title 1 Academic Achievement Award for a third consecutive year.
We are proud of be-ing one of just a handful of schools to have been awarded this prestigious award three years in a row.
We are also honored to be awarded the California Busi-ness for Education Excellence Honor Roll School Award for the second year in a row. The Morrison community of learners, which includes our students, teachers, staff and parents, along with the support of local businesses and our district offices, have worked very hard to continue to build on a strong foundation of success that was built over 10 years ago.
As we start the 2011-2012 school year, we want to stop to celebrate our successes as a school. As measured by the California Standards Test (CST), our Academic Per-formance Index (API) score jumped 16 points reaching
Southeast Academy High School 2010 Golden Bell Award
Lion‘s Club Peace Poster Winners
The Norwalk Lions Club conducted a peace poster contest in which students were asked to be original in their concepts of what peace looks like to them.
ROP Director MSgt. Marty Schafer (l) stands with NLMUSD Board Members, Administrators and teachers to accept the prestigious Golden Bell Award.
Norwalk/La Mirada Unified School – An Award Winning District
The Academic Pentathlon, an exciting five-event com-petition for 6th, 7th, and 8th graders, was founded in 1984 to encourage and reward academic excellence among stu-dents of all ability levels.
Established as an academic club on campus, the pro-gram provides a "safe" environment for academically mo-tivated students of all ability levels. Some students will strive to make the Academic Pentathlon Team, while oth-ers just need peer support and a place to satisfy academic curiosity. This year’s Pantathalon staff: Nichols & Ms. Dunphy Social Science & Language Arts, 7th Grade Mr. Hardy Math, 6th Grade - Mr Olson & Mr Rios.
Waite Middle School Academic Pentathalon Winners
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Benton Middle School Visual & Performing Arts MagnetStudents at Benton are immersed in the creative arts in support of high academic achievement. The school-wide emphasis on a college-bound culture motivates students to do their very best. Instruction is offered in Theatre Arts, Dance, Creative Writing, Visual Art, Photography, Media Arts, Guitar, Band, Orchestra, Choir, Piano, and World Percussion, including Steel Pans. Our program is designed to increase the
talent potential of each of our students, as they pursue success in all subject areas.
Corvallis Middle School Arts & Technology Magnet
Corvallis Arts & Technology Magnet program engages students in a well-rounded educational program that emphasizes rigorous academic instruction and engaging enrichment experiences. Students who are enrolled in the Magnet are able to choose from enrichment courses in one of three “strands” each year: Performance Arts (Band, Orchestra, Theater, Choir, Dance), Visual/Media Arts (Ceramics, Art/Design), or Technology (Computer Applications, Filmmaking & Digital Photography, Robotics). In addition to the enrichment classes, students will engage in a variety of performances, including concerts, talent shows, Fine Arts Nights, and off campus performances. Students also benefi t from guest presenters in the arts & technology professions. ALL students at Corvallis Middle School of Arts & Technology engage in rigorous instruction in language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, and physical education. Interested students may also apply for the AVID and/or Honors academic programs.
Edmondson Elementary School A Dual Immersion two-way bilingual/bi-literate Magnet
Our Spanish-English program has one Dual Immersion teacher at each grade-level that begins 90% in Spanish in Kinder and is 50/50 by fi fth grade. We welcome English-only students into the program, and send our students to middle school well prepared and fully bi-literate/bilingual. Our students in the Dual program can read, write, and speak at profi cient and advanced levels in both languages by the time they reach fi fth grade!
Hutchinson Middle SchoolMath, Science, Technology Magnet
Hutchinson offers students opportunities to explore the world of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) as they study aspects of Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Automation and Robotics, Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering. Students utilize the engineering design process in a project-based learning environment, integrating 21st Century skills of collaboration, creativity, critical thinking and communication.
NLMUSD MAGNET SCHOOL PROGRAMS
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NLMUSD MAGNET SCHOOL PROGRAMS
MATH, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MAGNET
11438 Jersey Avenue, Norwalk, CA 90650 (562) 868-0865
Principal - Dr. Gloria Jimenez
“College is not a dream. It’s a Plan.”
Los Alisos Middle School serves as a learning community where students are challenged and are engaged in rigorous academics through a standards-based curriculum. We have a strong team of dedicated individuals who provide a welcoming environment where the top priorities are academic achievement and a safe and nurturing school. Our school program is designed to assist adolescents in making successful transitions from elementary to middle school that prepares them for the challenges of high school and beyond.
Where Everybody Belongs (WEB) - Los Alisos offers a transition program to support our incoming students. WEB is a great program that is designed to assist 6th grade students in the transition from elementary to middle school. To do this, 8th grade students become WEB leaders as well as role models for the incoming 6th grade students.
PROJECT WISDOM - Project Wisdom is scientifically research based. Helping Students Make Wiser Choices. Project Wisdom is one of the oldest and most respected character education programs in the nation with more than 17,000 licensed schools, sharing words of wisdom and encouraging good character.
Our GATE Program consists of a comprehensive extended curriculum that encompasses a Nobel Laureate Program in 6th grade that focuses on: Physics, Medicine, Literature, Economics, Peace and Humanities. In 7th and 8th grade the extended
curriculum in Humanities is: Word Power, Debate Mock Courtroom, and Evolution of Media. In Math and Science: Algebraic Expressions, Geometric Highlights, Statistics-Methods in Data Analysis, Bonding with Chemistry, Biology Basics, Engineering in Action, and Robotics.
AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) is an elementary through postsecondary college readiness system that is designed to increase school-wide learning and performance. Our AVID Program consists of a Exploratory Wheel in 6th grade per trimester and a year round Elective class in 7th and 8th grades so that each student is trained on note-taking, questioning, and organizational skills.
The Math, Science and Technology Magnet Program offered within Los Alisos Middle School is a specialty program providing students in grades six through eight with a wide range of math and science opportunities integrated into their school experience focusing on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics). Our school partners with USC and the National Science Foundation grant receiving extensive training at USC’s Center for Robotics. In addition Los Alisos and NLMUSD signed an agreement with Project Lead The Way which provided teacher training at Cal Poly Pomona in the areas of Engineering and Automation and Robotics.
Los Alisos Middle SchoolLos Alisos Middle SchoolMath, Science and Technology Magnet
Our Magnet curriculum offers a full range of rigorous educational opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). The vision for all our students is Project-Based learning, which offers students connected experiences between the home and school/community. Student skills are developed for social, political and economic participation in a diverse, interdependent and changing world. Los Alisos partnered with Project Lead The Way (PLTW), and uses their cutting-Edge middle school curriculum; Gateway To Technology (GTT) which addresses the interest of middle school students, while incorporating national standards in math, science and technology. The curriculum is “activity oriented” to show students how technology is used in engineering to solve everyday problems. The units excite and motivate students to use their imagination, creativity and ignite innovation, while gaining the skills they need to develop and produce.
Los Coyotes Middle SchoolCenturion Honors Magnet
Los Coyotes opened its doors to the Centurion Honors Magnet (CMS) this year. Students have the opportunity to challenge themselves in preparation for high school honors and AP courses by participating in one or more honors classes in core content areas. Teachers will provide unique challenges and higher level thinking opportunities by incorporating labs, fi eld trips, author’s studies, Project Citizen, technology, and guest speakers. After school APEX high school level courses will be available to qualifi ed CMA eighth grade students. Successful CMA students will connect with and feed directly into the La Mirada Matador’s Scholar Academy.
Southeast Academy High SchoolCareer Technical Education
The academy is a Military, Law Enforcement & Fire Science high school The academy is highly structured, requiring motivation and academic commitment. The goal is to build solid citizens who upon graduation are Ready for colleges and careers and embody the values of integrity, honor, self-discipline and academic excellence.
Waite Middle School Careers Magnet Waite Middle School’s Careers Magnet provides a whole child approach to learning. We focus on teaching students to think critically and work at higher levels. New and expanded course offerings include multiple options that embrace the interests and abilities of every student. Exciting and unique programs for students include expanded graphic design, video/media production, and 21st century technology-based lessons/classes; expanded performing arts, including drama, chorus, and strings; an exciting math partnership with Cal State Fullerton; and expanded electives leading to public service opportunities. Technology and collaboration is a highlight of Waite Career Path Magnet as we explore the broad opportunities in the world through project-based learning. We emphasize equipping students with the interpersonal and technological communication skills to function at high levels in whichever career path they choose. Come visit Waite today or go to our web page: www.waitemiddle.org
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Major contributions by the following NLMUSD personnel:Dr. Ruth Pérez, Superintendent
Michelle Millan, Executive Secretary
Norwalk-La Mirada Council PTA
Board of Directors 2011-2012
PresidentNichole Golightly
1st. Vice President - ProgramsVickie Jo Aguirre
2nd Vice President - MembershipCarmen Guerrero
3rd Vice President - CommunicationsJennifer DeanTreasurer
Lynn WarnerFinancial Secretary
Angie PérezAuditor
Pauline DealSecretary
Lisa BrammerHistorian
Anita CatanoHealth and Safety
Ann PhelpsParliamentarian
Debi Salazar
HIGH SCHOOLS
MIDDLE SCHOOLS
NLMUSD Graduation Dates
Friday, November 11, 2011Veteran‘s Day
Wednesday, November 23, 2011Non-Student Day
Thursday and Friday, November 24-25, 2011Thanksgiving Recess
Monday, November 28, 2011Student Free Day for Elementary
and Middle School Students
Monday, December 19, 2011 through Monday, January 2, 2012
Winter Recess
Monday, January 16, 2012Martin Luther King Day
Friday, January 27, 2012Student Free Day for High School Students
Monday, February 13, 2012Lincoln‘s Birthday
Monday, February 20, 2012President‘s Day
Friday, April 6, 2012Local Holiday
Monday, April 9 through Friday, April 13, 2012Spring Recess
Monday, May 28, 2012Memorial Day
Thursday, June 21, 2012Last Day of School
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856. Over the last 10 years we have grown 266 points! We had 22 stu-
dents achieve a perfect score on the CST and they will join the principal, Mr. González, for a special lunch to rec-ognize this very special achievement. The Morrison Ti-gers are committed to continually build on our success by focusing our coordinated efforts as a community to make student achievement our number one priority!
{continued from page 11}Local Public Libraries Partners In Education
Make it a point to become familiar with your local public libraries. Children who have library cards, which are free, have access to thousands of books and many other services. These services include free use of computers and printers, access to research databases to help with school assignments, and Homework Help Centers (some locations) where library staff and volunteers provide after school homework assistance to students. More information available at colapublib.org
NorwalkNorwalk Regional Library12350 Imperial Hwy., Norwalk, CA 90650(562) 868-0775Homework Help Center (grades 2-6), Tu/We 3PM-7PMAlondra Library11949 Alondra Blvd., Norwalk, CA 90650(562) 868-7771La MiradaLa Mirada Library13800 La Mirada Blvd. La Mirada, CA 90638(562) 943-0277
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We are so pleased to welcome you and your child to our Preschool Programs. This year, we will provide preschool education for almost 900 children at nine school sites. We are the only Head Start agency that provides transportation in all of Los Angeles
County. In September, we will open one additional full-day class at three sites in or-der to help meet our community’s need for full-day services. In addition, we are mov-ing our classes at Nuffer Elementary out of the 60-wing and into a brand new State Pre-school building, located on the south side of the campus.
Physical improvements are not the only things we’ve been working on. Over the summer, we met with our Leadership Team to set new directions for our program that align with our revised vision and mission.Vision:We are a Center of Excellence committed to preparing today’s preschoolers for life.Mission:We build the foundation of excellence for children and their families by:• providing comprehensive services.• maintaining a strong partnership with families and our communities.• creating a safe, caring, and stimulating environment.• ensuring that all children are challenged in their think-ing and problem-solving skills. • implementing a hands-on active learning curriculum.
We also have plenty of opportunities for parents to participate in our classrooms and see how their children learn and grow daily. We offer a variety of parent work-shops every month, from how to volunteer in the class-room, to fostering independence in your preschooler, to good nutrition. It is our goal to assist families with infor-mation and connections to services that will help enhance their lives. To that end, last year we hosted a Family Fun Night which included booths set up from a number of community agencies along with a performance of “The
Cat in the Hat,” in which all the roles were played by program parents. They also designed the set, props, cos-tumes, and makeup. They did a terrific job!
Another addition is the strengthening of our arts pro-gram across all our sites. We are in the pro-cess of developing Art Carts for the teach-ers to use with their students to learn about particular art techniques and artists. In ad-dition, students will have the opportunity to visit the Art Studio at Ramona to create their own masterpieces (see photo on left).
We invite you to come visit us to see lots of learning in action! Our main program office is located at Ramona, 14616 Dinard Avenue, Norwalk. For more information
about our program, please call 562-623-7127 or 623-7126. We accept applications for enrollment all year long.
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Cesar Chavez Elementary School is excited to get the 2011-2012 school year underway! We have many highly successful programs that will be continuing to
provide unique and exciting learning and personal growth opportunities for our students and our community. At Chavez we believe that children need to be prepared for success with
a school experience rich in excellent academics, high technology, charac-ter building, and artistic expression.
Excellent Academics:Cesar Chavez was named a Cali-
fornia Distinguished School in 2006. Since then, our academic program has continued to become richer and deeper. As part of the Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District we are strongly supported with world-class staff development and cur-riculum. Last year we began using our district’s rigorous Units of Study in Language Arts and Mathematics. These great programs ensure that all our students have full access to
the California Academic Standards. Our district has made a huge invest-ment in these units and they are paying off by making our entire organiza-tion a power-ful team with a mission of academic excel-lence.
Technology:Technology
literacy is a crit-ical part of a well-prepared student. The role of technology in academic excellence is well documented in all educational research. Chavez school continues to set the pace for technol-ogy. We have implemented SMART Board, Interactive White Boards in 100% of our classrooms. We have become a model implementation school for this revolutionary technol-ogy. Our staff regularly hosts visitors from all over California who are learning how technology can sig-nificantly enhance student engage-ment and achieve-ment. Students also have access to class iPod Touch devices and iPads as learning and creative tools. We like to say that we have the oldest school with the newest, coolest technologies!
Character Building:There is a saying that you get a
job because of your IQ and you keep that job because of your EQ. This
means that in the modern world our students need to be brilliant think-
ers and have the strong interpersonal skills required to perform as part of effec-tive teams. To help our stu-dents become ever better team play-ers, we have just begun a
relationship with Playworks.org. Their mission is to teach kids how to become proficient at engaging in teamwork in and out of school. We are very excited to have Playworks joining our team!
Artistic Expression:Cesar Chavez strongly believes
that an important part of the human experience is artistic expression. We are very proud of our visual and performing arts programs. We have a visual arts professional that provides
visual arts stan-dards integrated with the academic standards for all students. We have a goal that all Chavez students will be able to read music and learn to play at least one musi-cal instrument
with proficiency. Currently we have guitar, piano, world percussion, and rhythm. This year we are entering into a relationship with the L.A. Opera!
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
Cesar Chavez Elementary School12110 East Walnut St., Norwalk, Ca. 90650(562)-868-3565Principal: Robert Rayburn
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John Dolland Elementary is home to the shining stars and a special place to learn. Our Academic Performance Index (API) has continued to grow steadily and in 2010 we achieved a terrific score of 805. This exceeded our state mandated goal! And we are
not stopping there…We have many wonderful and
exciting things happening at Dolland. First, we value and believe every student in our program is unique and contributes to his or her own learn-ing. Our teachers and staff make it their purpose to build a relationship with each of their students and to build learning based on their strengths, knowl-edge, and skills. This helps establish a caring and thoughtful atmosphere and students take initiative and accountability for their education. Data results and as-sessments are reviewed and shared to set goals with individual students, and this makes a difference.
CommunityThe Dolland community is a family and we sup-
port events that bring us together to celebrate success and achievement. We annually hold our Spring Fiesta and this has been a community tradition for at least 20 years. At this event, each year students perform music or dances of their choice for their community. Current and former parents come together to organize and select the various foods served. We will maintain our tradition and continue to expand and grow this event because it brings the heart of our community together. Everyone is welcomed!
Academic SupportAt Dolland we are committed to providing high
quality standard based instruction and we have several programs that support our students in accessing and practicing these skills.
One of the successes of our school is the school-wide after school tutoring program. This program creates time for isolated instruction that is targeting specific learning needs of individual students. Children work on compre-
hension, phonics, vocabulary, and math skills in small groups or a one-on-one setting. This enhancement has proven to be effective and our students have improved on their CST testing because of it!
In addition we participate in the program, America Reads. This support program is a collaboration we have
with Biola University and it gives us additional tutors in the classroom dur-ing reading and literacy instruction. Students are able to receive immediate feedback on their reading and compre-hension skills!
Enrichment We believe students need to thrive
in today’s world and we are commit-ted to ensuring our students get "21st-century skills" and practice essential competencies, such as, collaboration, digital literacy, criti-cal thinking, and problem solving. We offer a great state of the art facility that provides students the computer access they need to work on projects and practice essential academic skills. In addition, we
provide access to this facility by opening it before and after school to accommodate students. Staff support is available daily to help students utilize software programs that best suits their learning needs in language arts, math, and/or science.
Creating well-rounded individuals and enrichment is important to us. In order for our students to have growth and exposure in the arts, we are committed to incorpo-rating music instruction into our program. Currently, Mr. Sun, our artist in residence provides each classroom weekly instruction in our newly remodeled music studio. Our goal is that by the end of fifth grade, every student will receive a multiple range of music instruction.
Another strong emphasis is to continue to expand the enrichment we offer by using art to connect learning across subject areas. This year, we plan to utilize “art carts” in each classroom in order to support our students in expanding their language, creativity, and critical thinking skills. We want our students to leave our school knowledgeable and well capable of succeeding academi-cally and beyond.
John Dolland Elementary School15021 S. Bloomfield Avenue Norwalk, California 90650(562)-921-9934Principal: Lorena Sierra
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Dulles Elemen-tary School is an exceptional place for learning where all children have the opportunity to grow socially, emotionally, and academically in
a safe and positive environment. Learning opens us all to new ideas, new ways of seeing things, and new possibilities. We continu-ally look for ways to maximize our time and efforts by focusing on what is important for children to learn, the most effective ways to teach, and how to prepare our children to be happy, productive citizens.
Success begins in the class-room. As a staff, we concentrate our efforts to ensure that our children become good communicators, are great thinkers, and are respectful of others. We are very proud of the caring learning environment that is found at our school. There is noth-ing more exciting that seeing young learners achieve success each and every day.
School spirit and pride are encouraged in a variety of ways. Every Friday morning we hold an Academic Spirit Rally. Students and staff wear our Dulles T-shirts and/or spirit theme attire. We gather to-gether where we recite the Pledge of Allegiance to Our Flag, celebrate the achievements of our students, em-brace characters of good citizenship, and finish strong with our Dolphin Dynamo chant as inspiration because each and every week, our Learners are, indeed, one week smarter!
Dulles Elementary School be-
lieves that in order for children to learn, we must teach the whole child. Yes, Reading, Writing, and Arithme-tic are important to the development of our young scholars, but we also believe that the Arts are an important factor that contributes to learning.
Meet the Masters is an art program that engages all children. Students attend assemblies and learn about famous artists and their tech-niques. The children have hands-on experience by creating an art piece in the styles of each artist. Some of the artists studied include Fredric Remington, Henri Matisse, Georgia O’Keefe, and Edgar Degas.
Music, Music, Music! Our chil-dren participate in singing and dance programs. In addition, we have a K-5 in-school instrumental music program that is developmentally appropriate for each grade level. Instruments include bells, rhythm sticks, recorders, world percussion drums, and xylophones. Yes, “Arts for All” is a reality at Dulles El-ementary School!
How many times do we hear chil-dren say, “When I grow up I want to be …?” We embrace this enthusiasm and assist students to make good
choices about their future. This is one reason we celebrate a College Week each year. That’s right, from Jr. Kindergarten through Fifth Grade our students participate in a variety of activities promoting the fact that it is never too early to think about col-
lege. Each classroom adopts a col-lege and every student pledges to start thinking about and planning for the college of his/her choice. Students have the opportunity to listen and learn about various professions from college students, teachers, nurses, and engineers.
Each year, our students take on a humanitarian cause. Whether it is to raise money for earthquake victims, hurricane devastated com-munities or to help young children in our school and or community
experiencing a health issues, our students truly believe that “every penny counts” and with this belief, our children have raised thousands of dollars to help others in need.
To promote healthy life styles, our school participates in the State required physical Education pro-gram. In addition, our school spon-sors a jog-a-thon each year. We also have a morning jogging/walking club for our students, staff, parents, and grandparents! Our students be-lieve that exercise and an active life style leads to healthier minds and bodies.
Dulles Elementary School truly does believe in educating the whole child. We provide a variety of oppor-tunities for our children to excel and because we are a very strong, giving, caring, and sharing community of learners, everyone achieves success academically, socially, and emotion-ally!
Dulles Elementary School12726 Meadow Green Road, La Mirada, California 90638(562) 943-6734Principal – Susan Shanks
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Eagle Pride!Eastwood Elementary School is
beaming with pride. Our instructional program is designed to touch the hearts and minds of our students and communi-ty. We believe that all students can reach great educational heights and that it is our responsibil-
ity to create a learning environment that allows all students to soar. Our highly qualified teachers work col-laboratively with grade level team-mates to create a standards-based instructional program that is filled with enrichment experiences for all students. Teachers flock to training and take advantage of every opportu-nity to grow as expert educators. Our goal is to meet the needs of the students by delivering a balanced instructional program that includes clear objec-tives, teacher modeling, guided student practice, and sup-ported independent application of skills, strategies, and concepts. Enter our doors and you will see students en-gaged during whole group lessons, eagerly sharing ideas and responding to open ended questions. You can observe students working cooperatively in small groups as they strive to solve a problem and chart their solution or at the computer researching a self-selective area of study. The belief that all students can learn is reflected in the increase in CST scores. We are excited to celebrate our 903 API score for the 2010/2011 school year.
Quality “Arts for All” We are pleased to announce our Visual and Perform-
ing Arts Program. Each grade level will receive weekly instrumental music lessons. The lessons for Kindergar-ten through 3rd grade will focus on world percussion and rhythm. Starting this year, students in grades 4 and 5 will be introduced to violas, violins and cellos. Our 5th grade students will participate in 10 African drums and dance lessons from guest artists. All students will participate in the Meet the Master’s visual art program. This year the art style and historical time period of Seurat, Miro, Toulouse-Lautrec, Degas and Gauguin will be studied. Primary and upper grade students will attend musical performances or plays at the La Mirada Civic Theater or Cerritos Center of the Performing Arts. Teachers will also submit class proj-
ects based on their experiences with the Cerritos Center. Learning with our Hearts and MindsCommunity service projects are a critical part of the
Eastwood School mission and have a special place in the hearts of our school community. Our School has a long tradition of supporting the troops with cards, letters, and
favorite items. During October we collected a gallon size can of candy for the troops and have calendared monthly donation projects that serve and support others living both near and far. We have scheduled activi-ties known as “Dress for the Cause”. On the first Friday of each month students, parents and staff members dress in a way that brings attention to our cause and bring items to be donated. For example last year in November for Crazy Socks Day we
donated pairs of socks to Children’s Hospital. Pajama Day in December we donated bedtime story books, Wacky Hair Day is time to donate travel size care products, and February we dressed in red and showed our love by do-nating school supplies to an orphanage in Kenya.
Technology AdvancesTechnology is an ever-changing tool utilized by staff
to deliver curriculum. Each classroom is equipped with computers connected to the Internet, an LCD presenter projector, and a document camera. These devices allow teachers to create and present interactive curricular les-sons. In addition to access to computers in the classroom, students visit the up-to-date computer lab weekly in order to learn grade level computer benchmark skills, research subjects or compile reports.
Parent InvolvementParents are enthusiastically invited to be an active par-
ticipant in their child’s education through the PTA, School Site Council, and ELAC. We are proud of the tremendous support we receive from our parents and community. Annual Science Night, yearly book fairs, our visual and performing arts program, flashlight reading and countless more activities are organized by our fantastic PTA Board members and supported by our wonderful volunteers.
We are starting the year with renewed commitment and enthusiasm for reaching our goal of every Eastwood Eagle soaring to great educational heights. Come and join us!
Eastwood Elementary School15730 Pescados Drive, La Mirada, CA 90638(714)-521-6480Principal – Yvette Cantu
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Welcome to Edmondson Elementary, Home of the Eagles. I am very excited and eager to begin our work together. My mantra for the upcoming year is: “EAGLES DON’T JUST SOAR, WE SURPASS!”
I believe that in order for us to achieve our vision we must continuously im-
prove on our last performance, whether it be our last math lesson, Unit of Study, and/or assessment. We must dedicate our hearts and souls to get-ting better every chance we get. If we focus on surpass-ing what is expected of us then we will have achieved something great together. And with that also comes the reality that our work is never done.
One of the things that will aid us in surpassing ex-pectations is our year-long Professional Development plan which will be guided by the “Program Improve-ment Restructuring” process- i.e. our new “Action Plan.” Kudos to our teachers that helped draft the three goals that will lead our work. The three goals include our not just soaring but surpassing expectations using the following as vital tools: Focused Learning Groups (or Response To In-tervention), Cognitively Guided Instruction (a brain-based math approach), and our Collaborative Culture (or PLC).
Regarding our CST scores I am proud to say that our scores are on the rise. We are taking Edmondson to new heights of student achievement. In 2009-2010 we had a 50+ point jump to an API of 772 and froze Program Im-provement (or PI) status. In 2010-2011 we were on the brink of exiting PI! You can come to expect great things at our school because you will see more positive growth in terms of test scores. In keeping with Norwalk La Mirada Unified’s vision of student achievement being goal number one, Edmondson was recently honored to reach a similar schools rank of 9! Almost a perfect 10!!!
How will we surpass last year’s performance? Well, I’m glad that you asked. For starters, we created a new master schedule and included extra time/personnel for our
Focused Learning Groups (reading intervention) to reach all grades, K-5. We are also training one teacher per grade-level in Year 2 Cognitively Guided Instruction with Or-ange County Department of Education’s help so that they can return and demo/train all teachers with improving our math approach. Lastly, our Leadership Team will help us revisit our Mission, Vision, Values and Goals for the year and keep them at the forefront of everything we do so that students may achieve better results! Leadership’s top pri-ority will be to revise our Commitments from last year,
taking them from a “to-do” list to attitudes, behaviors and commitments. Answer-ing the question: “If we are to achieve our vision, what attitudes and behaviors must we exhibit as a staff towards all stakeholders, parents and students?”
Some extracurricular activities that we think help us mold well-rounded in-dividuals ready for the 21st Centuiry include: two com-puter labs (one PC based/
one Mac based), on-site character and conditioning coach (i.e. our Intervention Specialist), after school sports (soc-cer for boys & girls; 3rd-5th), and Meet the Masters Art Program (K-5). We think our site licenses for Accelerated Reader, Study Island, and SuccessMaker4 reading and math are also cool tech tools for kids that make learning both challenging and fun! In fact, we try to send our entire fifth grade class to Science Camp for 3 days every school year! We are also very proud to offer Student Council and GATE services to our gifted students.
Lastly, we proudly offer our Dual Immersion two-way bilingual/bi-literate program. Our Spanish-English program has one Dual Immersion teacher at each grade-level that begins 90% in Spanish in Kinder and is 50/50 by fifth grade. We welcome English-only students into the program, and send our students to middle school well prepared and fully bi-literate/bilingual. Our students in the Dual program can read, write, and speak at proficient and advanced levels in both languages by the time they reach fifth grade!
Edmondson Elementary School15121 S. Grayland Avenue, Norwalk, CA 90650(562) 864-9501 Mr. Jacob Muñiz-Principal
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Active Learning and Amazing Pro-grams Lead to Aca-demic Success
At Escalona El-ementary School, we are proud of our students and our programs. We be-
lieve that quality education can be achieved through high ex-pectations of student per-formance and behavior, strong family/school/com-munity partnerships, and a dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to provid-ing the best education pos-sible for our students.
Escalona teachers are facilitators of learning while Escalona students are actively engaged in outstanding curricu-lar programs designed to meet our goal of develop-ing responsible and inspired learners who find success in an individual as well as a collaborative sense. Es-calona teachers continue to provide a comprehensive literacy program in which students not only learn to read, but also read to learn; and which has students interacting with vari-ous forms of literature through the strategies of shared reading, guided reading, interactive read alouds and independent reading. In the area of writing, students become authors as they hone their writing skills dur-ing Writers’ Workshop and through skills learned through the Step Up to Writing Program. Math instruction focuses on guiding students as they develop their intuitive knowledge of mathematics. Students not only learn
how to think about addition, subtrac-tion, multiplication and division, but learn to problem solve and think logi-cally about the relationships of num-bers. Science and Social Studies content is taught in an interactive and hands on manner to help make these subjects come alive for students. The Meet the Masters Art Program and after school music/dance/theater en-
richment programs allow Escalona students to develop talents within the realm of the Visual and Performing Arts.
In addition to core content instruc-tion, Escalona’s hard working teach-ers are committed to providing en-richment and academic intervention programs throughout the school day. To best meet the needs of each child, our teachers regularly and thoroughly review assessment data (state tests as well as district assessments) and then deliver specifically designed instruc-tion to meet the individual child’s academic needs and strengths. Two of our intervention programs, IPass and Study Island, are web based pro-grams that allow students to access the content from school as well as
Escalona Elementary School15135 Escalona Road, La Mirada, CA 90638(714)-521-0970Principal – Bonnie Lytle
from home, for added practice. Our Gifted and Talented Students re-ceive differentiated instruction that may take them to deeper, as well as broader, levels of understanding of the core content. GATE students traditionally participate in the Na-tional Geographic Geography Bee each year.
Students enjoy being recognized for outstanding citizen-ship, academic achieve-ment and improvement and perfect attendance at the conclusion of each trimester during a formal awards assembly. Par-ents and family members are invited to the awards assemblies to help us honor our amazing stu-dents.
Parent involvement opportunities abound at Escalona. Parents and community members are
encouraged to join the Escalona PTA. Our PTA actively supports our instructional program by spon-soring field trips, enrichment as-semblies, Meet the Masters, and our Reading Eagles are Dynamite (READ) at home reading program. Various fun filled family nights are also provided throughout the year. Joining the PTA and participating in PTA sponsored events helps ensure that our students are provided with memorable school experiences.
With these programs in place and with the support of the com-munity, it’s easy to see why Es-calona Eagles continue to “Soar on the wings of knowledge!” We are looking forward to a successful new school year!
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Building and Connecting TogetherFoster Road School is an exciting
place for students to learn and grow in. All staff and community members value the uniqueness of each student’s individual strengths and learning needs. Kids are first: their safety and their education. Our school is making a
difference in every students’ life. We have a caring staff who takes the time to learn the needs of their students, so they can plan an enriching learning environment. Open communication to parents on how their child is doing. Each grade level designs parent education trainings to help address their children’s learning needs. Staff take the time to construct and model fun and joy in their les-sons as students learn together and focus their attention on making meaning and being involved in the learning process. We have an opportunity each year to become memorable in our students’ lives.
Attitude is EverythingEvery student at Foster Road sets learning goals.
Having a positive attitude and a caring learning envi-ronment sets the stage for success. Their learning is an exciting adventure. When laughter and education work together, expect everything! We Welcome Volunteers! Come and join in the fun of educating students for a bet-ter world today and for a brighter future for all involved.
Foster Road Elementary School13930 Foster Road, La Mirada, CA 90638(562)-921-9908Principal – Dr. Jean Maddox
Special points of interest: • Fast ForWord Program• Visual and Performing Arts painting and drumming• Gifted and Talented Education• English Language Learners Support• Cognitively Guided Instruction in Math• MIT Classrooms enhancing technology• Special Education Programs• Pre-school classes: Headstart and State Preschool• Parent EL classes and Distance learning
WELCOME TO THE 2011 - 2012 SCHOOL YEAR!
Gardenhill Students Rock API 910!
Our school is such a special place to learn and grow, and it is because of the hard work and nurturing souls of our students, teachers and parents!
We are a team that works hard together to improve the lives of children. Thank you all for your dedication. I look forward to another year of being your principal.
Fundraising Dollars at Work This summer we were able to purchase an additional
iPad for each K - 2 classroom with fundraising money. For grades 3 - 5 we purchased one set of response clickers per team. Response clickers increase student engagement because each student has their own remote control and instant feedback is given when they respond. Other pur-chases or supports:
• 6 Teachers attended a 3 day conference • Handball Murals • Study Island Computer Program •$800.00 toward Gifted
Gardenhill Elementary School14607 Gardenhill Drive, La Mirada, CA 90638(562)-944-6128Principal – Eileen Burkholder
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We Welcome Volunteers! Come and join in the fun of educating students for a better
world today and for a brighter future for all involved.
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WELCOME BACK GLADIATORS! API: 823Welcome to Glazier Elementary
School, Home of the Gladiators! It is my pleasure to welcome you to an exciting learning community that is student-centered and engaging. Our goal at Glazier is to provide the best education to our students by utilizing
the most effective instructional practices in the class-room to boost student achievement. As a Title I school,
we are committed to providing quality instruction to Pre-school through 5th grade students. We strive to target all of our instructional practices and extracurricular activi-ties to ensure that we are meeting the needs of all of our wonderful students. In this process, our staff is continu-ally assisting, along with the partnership of our families, in the development of creating a well-rounded child. We are proud to be a Gladiator!
Glazier Elementary Honored as a “Star” SchoolGlazier Elementary recently received news that our
school has made the “California Business for Education Excellence” (CBEE) Honor Roll as a “Star” school. Ev-ery year the CBEE identifies schools based on the results of the California Standards Test (CST). One criterion for becoming a “Star” school is showing evidence of closing achievement gaps and increasing proficiency rates among a population of minority students. Over the last four years, Glazier has exceeded annual state targets and has shown significant growth in increasing student achievement across all subgroups of students. We are very proud of this prestigious honor and will continue to provide our best practices and standards-based instruc-tion to our students.
Results with InterventionGlazier has been implementing various interven-
tions to assist with increasing student achievement. Our Gladiators are participating in an intervention block called Response to Intervention (RtI), which is geared
Glazier Elementary School10932 E. Excelsior Drive, Norwalk, CA 90650(562)-863-8796Principal – Kristine Cvar
and Talented These dollars differ from PTA fundraisers. Gardenhill
PTA is in the process of buying our school a new audio system for our MPR. They also graciously contributed to two reading computer programs for our school. Thank you PTA! As you can see, your support has been vital in helping Gardenhill move forward with cutting edge tech-nology, staff development, and much more! Thank you so much for keeping our school „in the game.
New Biola Partnership Gardenhill Has Been Selected as a Clinical Model
School We are honored to partner with Biola University Ed-
ucation Department. This year, Professor Gwen Botka will be teaching her “Introductory to Teaching“ course on the Gardenhill campus. Students from Biola will use our classrooms to learn first hand about the teaching profes-sion. Our students and teachers will benefit from having
extra adults in the classrooms to assist with small group instruction, one-on-one confrencing with students, grad-ing papers, and many more important duties.
Gardenhill Vision Statement The Gardenhill Elementary School Community is com-
mitted to helping its stakeholders achieve their maximum potential by:
• Valuing and developing the whole ! person: social, emotional and cognitive
• Providing opportunities to explore and ! develop po-tential strengths
• Developing character• Promoting the ability to think critically• Advancing skills needed in a technological world.
Although we highly value student achievement, we also value getting to know our students and families. We look forward to embarking on another successful year together.
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to target areas of need in reading. During this time, students receive explicit, small group instruction in the building blocks of reading. On-going progress monitor-ing is occurring daily and the flexible grouping allows for change of placement every ten weeks of formative assessment, instruction, and summative assessment. Students in 4th & 5th grade are participating in math in-tervention through an on-line program called iPass. Our students have been showing significant growth with this math intervention in place.
Articulation Through the Arts Our Gladiators have been immersed into the wonder-
ful world of the arts. Glazier’s “Arts for All” program provides opportunities for all of our students to partici-pate in the Visual and Performing Arts. Glazier provides Music Hall sessions to all of our students. The Music Hall sessions implement curriculum that focuses on “Rhythm and Movement” in Pre K through 5th grade classrooms. Our teachers have also been trained to integrate “Rhythm and Movement” activities in their classrooms. The Glazier “Beginning Strings” group recently performed at a concert where students played one of the following instruments: violin, viola, or cello. For the upcoming school year, we will be adding on several “Strings” classes that include an “Intermediate Strings” and a “Ukulele” class. Choir and the recorder are some additional music classes that are being offered after school.
Glazier also has been chosen as a lab school for the Music in Education in National Consortium (MIENC). This partnership enables our staff to design, disseminate, and implement a rich music-infused curriculum across the grade levels.
Our students are also exposed to the Visual Arts through Meet the Masters. Students and teachers study about famous artists and then have the opportunity to create their own masterpieces. Glazier also offers an afterschool art class, Young Rembrandts, where students have an additional period to develop their art skills.
Glazier continues to expand instruction in the arts with ongoing staff development to create a comprehen-sive “Arts for All” program. We are extremely proud of our students and continue to see an increase in student achievement as a result of the “Arts” implementation.
Gladiator Academy Soars to the Top!Congratulations to our ASES Gladiator Academy
program for being selected for the “Galan Program of the Year” award and to Ms. T for being honored as the District’s “Tutor of the Year” award. The ASES Gladi-ator Academy is designed to enhance our instructional program by providing an extended school day from dis-missal to 5:30 every day. Standards-based, data-driven lessons, and progress monitoring that targets instruc-tion is the ASES structure that delivers results. In our afterschool Gladiator Academy, students are receiving intervention through the Cycles of Inquiry (COI). Pre and post data are analyzed to create the most effective targeted instruction for our students. The program also incorporates enrichment clubs, field trips, performing arts, and philanthropic involvement within the program structure. Our ASES staff are top-notch educators who are making a difference. Ms. Yvette Macias, ASES site coordinator, and our ASES teachers (Ms. Ramos, Ms. Deleon, Ms. T, and Ms. Morales) are consistently align-ing their curriculum to the identified targeted standards on a daily basis.
Welcome to D.D. Johnston Elementary! We are the Roadrunners running the road to high achievement. We are dedicated to serving our stu-dents by providing them the best ed-ucation possible. We are laying the foundation for strong, well-mannered, artistic, and intelligent young people.
Our Unique ProgramsWe are proud to offer a variety of programs that meet
our students’ academic, social, and behavioral needs. Our academic programs are aligned to the California State Standards and students are assessed on a regular
basis to make sure they have attained mastery. Parents are notified every three weeks on their child’s progress through our schoolwide progress report system.
Our ExCEL program, which stands for Excellence: A Commitment to Every Learner, provides all students with enrichment and intervention in the areas of Lan-guage Arts and Mathematics. This is an additional block in reading and math to support students who are not quite there yet and enrichment for those who are ready to move forward.
Our Visual and Performing Arts Programs include a variety of experiences. Our Kindergarten through Third
D.D. Johnston Elementary School13421 S. Fairford Avenue, Norwalk, CA 90650(562)-864-2508Principal-Veronica Lizardi
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La Pluma Elementary School14420 La Pluma Drive, La Mirada, CA 90638(562)-943-710Principal – Terry Pace
Welcome to La Pluma Elementary School, home of the Panthers! I am Terry Pace, and as the Principal of La Pluma, I am extremely excited as we begin the 2011-2012 school year. In conjunction with our PTA, we have adopted the theme of “Building a Brighter Future.” We look forward to the bright days ahead of plan-
ning and constructing opportunities together for our K-5 students.
At La Pluma, we are excited about the rich heritage that brings students from all over our community to ex-perience the Panther Family. We take pride in the gen-erations of families that have walked through our campus halls. You will not only find a dedicated school staff and committed volunteers, but you will also find a tree-lined campus with colorful playgrounds, as well as teachers engaging students in standards-based lessons, academic conversations, and small group learning. We are commit-ted to growing lifelong learners who lead, think, problem solve, care and create. By focusing on student achieve-ment, our Academic Performance Index (API) continues to show steady growth each year.
Our goal is to address the needs of the whole child
and our dedication is fueled by our school vision. We are proud to make a statement that stands for not only the dedication of our community but also our commitment to developing productive citizens.
Our Vision: La Pluma Elementary School is commit-ted to fostering mutually supportive partnerships between staff, students, parents, and the community to promote excellence in learning. Together, in a safe, positive, and engaging environment, we will cultivate responsible and
Grade students participate in the Meet the Masters Art program where they study 5 artists throughout the year and create masterpieces. Our Fourth and Fifth Graders
take a 50-minute piano class once a week by our artist in residence and participate in a 10 week African drum-ming and dancing class for 60 minutes once a week. In addition, Fifth Graders are invited to join the D.D. Johnston Dance Academy where they learn tap danc-ing, rhythm and movement, and perform throughout the year.
Building CharacterAn important part of our vision includes educating
children on the foundations of great character. We have adopted the Character Counts! Program and incorporate the Six Pillars of Character throughout our school. Not only is it visually represented on our walls, classrooms, cafeteria, etc., it is the foundation of everything we do as a community of learners – students and adults! We are building great character one pillar at a time.
At D.D. Johnston Elementary we are proud to call ourselves a School Family. We are a team working together in creating a bright future for our children so they can one day look back and see all the people who cared about them and who believed in them every step of the way.
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productive citizens that embrace life-long learning through The Arts, technology, problem solving, critical thinking, creativity, and respecting individual differences.
To help us work toward our vision, our state of the art computer lab provides classrooms with web-based pro-grams to support and accelerate student achievement. We are proud to offer programs such as Study Island, IPass, Raz Kids, Reading Eggs, and Read Naturally in order to help provide a slice of intervention and acceleration where needed. We have dedicated teachers that offer before and after school intervention opportunities to help promote excellence in learning. Technology such as document cameras and projectors assist teachers with their integra-tion of technology into their instruction and curriculum.
At La Pluma, we believe in the development and growth of the whole child and we are excited about our commitment to The Arts. Thanks to our PTA partnership we will once again have a resident art teacher, Mr. Mar-lin, for our K-5 students. In addition, we provide music theory and recorder band to our 5th graders and many af-
ter school enrichment programs for students such as band, guitar, violin, ballet, and hip hop to name a few. Our 3-5 students have the unique experience of participating in our Singing Panthers Choir headed by Mrs. Bobbi Wheat-ley. They perform at several events throughout the year and we are proud to be preparing our students for musical opportunities that bridge into our Visual and Performing Arts Magnet, Benton Middle School.
Our parents and surrounding community are vital to the success of our school. On any given day you might find senior APPLE students from La Mirada high school on campus supporting teachers and students with their learning. Our Biola partnership is also alive and well in placing Biola students that work in our classrooms sup-porting reading achievement.
La Pluma stands with a committed staff and commu-nity to provide academic-rich, arts-rich experiences! We are building a better future to think, create, and collabo-rate! We invite you to visit us at www.laplumaelemen-tary.org.
Do you want your children to love to learn? Do you want them to attend an award winning school where kids come first, and parents are partners in the educa-tional process? Then, enroll them at Lamp-ton Elementary School
in Norwalk! Our school has a great team of students, parents and staff, and the rewards of that teamwork continue to grow.
Awards As a prestigious California Distin-
guished School, Lampton Elementary is known for our outstanding literacy program and staff training model that led to our significant gains in student achievement over the last several years. In 2010, Lampton soared past the state Academic Performance Index (API) goal of 800 to 829, and we recently earned a score of 867 for 2011. Lampton has an API ranking of 9 out of 10, among schools that have similar student populations and community characteristics. The California Business
for Educational Excellence Foundation also recognized Lampton as a “CBEE Star School” for showing signifi-cant increases in grade level proficiency and for exceed-
ing state growth expectations for all student groups over the last four years.
AcademicsOur main focus at Lampton is al-
ways on the academic achievement of our students. We offer a rigorous, standards based instructional program centered around reading, writing and math. Our literacy program boasts in-teractive read alouds, shared readings, small group guided reading work, and independent reading experiences where teachers confer with individual students about the books they are reading and the reading strategies they are learning to apply. We inspire our young writ-ers with real examples from published authors through our writer’s workshop
model. This enables our students to write their own sto-ries and factual compositions using techniques that real authors use in their writing.
Lampton’s math program
Lampton Elementary School14716 Elmcroft Ave., Norwalk, CA 90650(562)-462-9273Principal – Cindy Rayburn
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Welcome to Moffitt Elementary, home of the Mustangs!
The Moffitt community of parents, students, teachers and staff is an amazing group of dedicated individuals who work together to create a positive environment for all to learn and grow. We are commit-ted to creating a school that provides a rig-
orous, standard-based academic program for all students in a safe and nurturing learning environment.
The teachers at Moffitt are continually involved in staff development to improve their knowledge and skills as educators. The staff implements strategies learned through the District‘s Literacy Initiative to promote criti-cal thinking, develop academic language and increase comprehension in all areas of the curriculum. When you walk into our classrooms you will find a learning environ-ment that supports academic growth and fosters a love of learning. The print-rich environment with meaningful co-created charts, cooperative seating arrangements, orga-nized classroom libraries, and meeting areas designed for
large group, small group and individualized instruction help to create the most effective learning environment for our students.
We are a Kindergarten through 6th grade school that focuses on the whole child while helping them to reach
Moffitt Elementary School13323 South Goller Ave., Norwalk, CA 90650(562)-864-3071Principal-Maureen Bixby
is based on the Houghton Mifflin Mathematics series. Our teachers incorporate exploration of math concepts through the use of hands-on materials and Cognitive Guided Instruction (CGI), which emphasizes the mean-ing of mathematics through problem solving. Lampton also offers rigorous experiences with algebra for our up-per graders using “Hands-On Equations. ” After only a few lessons, we have 4th grade students who can solve problems like 3x + 5 = x + 19. Simply amazing!
InterventionThe intervention programs at Lampton Elementary are
comprehensive and span both the school day and after-school. We have a free, needs based, afterschool program for students in grades 2-5 called the Dolphin Academy. Students in our Dolphin Academy receive standards based instruction, enrichment activities, assistance with home-work, and recreational activities for three hours each day. During the school day we provide an intervention teacher and tutors that work directly with our students in need. Lampton also has a computer based math intervention called iPASS, that students can log in to, both at school and at home.
EnrichmentIn these tight budget times, some schools have elimi-
nated, what students would call “all the fun stuff,” but not at Lampton! We believe that being educated includes learning about art, music, culture, history and science. Each year, we have several exciting events to inspire our learners and bring that twinkle of excitement to their eyes. Here’s a few examples:
Exotic animals from South America and Africa, and touch tanks with sea creatures have visited our school, teaching students about habitats, food chains, and endan-gered species. Students take study trips to places like the zoo or natural history museum. During “Meet the Mas-ters”, our students learn about great artists like Picasso and Van Gogh, and create beautiful works of art in their style. Our students have the opportunity to see live per-formances at the Cerritos Performing Arts Center and ev-ery classroom performs on our stage annually. This Octo-ber, we will also be jumping in to rhythm, movement and percussion with our students.
Parent & Community InvolvementThere are many opportunities for parents to be in-
volved in our school. Lampton has an active PTA and many parent volunteers who spend countless hours help-ing in classrooms, and with school events.
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their highest potential. We have many programs that sup-port the academic, social and emotional development of all students. We provide intensive support to our students that need extra assistance in language arts and math through our Response to Intervention and iPass pro-grams. Additional opportunities to provide students with enrichment and additional academic support are plenti-ful at Moffitt. Teachers are providing intensive academic tutoring sessions for struggling students before and after school. Our after school Mustang Academy is also fo-cused on strategies to support student success and aca-demic achievement. Our 5th and 6th grade students all participate in our music program where they are provided the opportunity to learn guitars, xylophones, world per-cussion and band instruments. Our upper grade students are also eagerly joining our band and choir.
Moffitt Elementary is proud to recognize accomplish-ments. To encourage outstanding behavior and the de-velopment of positive role models on our campus we ac-knowledge our students monthly. Student of the Month awards highlight classroom role models who are pre-sented with certificates, a “Max the Mustang” keepsake as well as campus-wide recognition on our Student of the Month bulletin board. In addition, we celebrate charac-ter with our “Mustangs that Matter” character awareness
program. Students who demonstrate the character trait of the month are nominated by their teachers for recognition by the principal. Each month these students join the prin-cipal for “Cookies & Character” where they enjoy a story focused on the character trait of the month while enjoying their cookies. Awards assemblies are also held at the end of each trimester to recognize our students for academic achievement and outstanding citizenship. Parents and family members are invited to our awards assemblies to help us celebrate student success.
Moffitt students also enjoy taking full advantage of our state of the art media center. Students from Kinder-garten through sixth grade have access to our new Mac lab before, during and after school. The Moffitt media center offers a variety of engaging educational software and interventions that enhance our core curriculum. A few of the interventions provided through our media cen-ter include: Study Island, iPass, Reading A-Z, Education City as well as many other internet based applications. The Moffitt students are quickly growing into technologi-cal learners.
At Moffitt Elementary we strive to provide our stu-dents with a challenging and engaging educational pro-gram. We are proud of our accomplishments and are looking forward to another successful school year.
Welcome to Julia B. Morrison Elemen-tary School, where we are proud to have been named a California Distinguished School and for the 3rd year in a row, our school has earned the Title 1 Academic Achievement Award. Our Academic
Performance Index (API) has grown steadily over the past several years. We were able to achieve this growth thanks to the supports provided by state stan-dards, and the alignment of state adopted curriculum, assessment, research proven instruction, targeted professional devel-opment and the willingness of teachers, support staff and parents to do what it takes for students to learn. At Morri-son we continue to be committed to our goal of providing a caring, positive and safe learning environment where each child is encouraged to make responsible choices, and
to develop the academic skills necessary to reach their maximum learning potential.
Music has always been a part of Morrison’s curricu-lum, but this year we are building upon our existing model to further enhance learning in the classroom. We will con-tinue to have two artists in residence on our site, Evan Eliason and Yoon Cho. Our students will be singing, learning to read music, as well as expanding their knowledge of rhythm, tempo and beat. They will be learning on a variety of instruments that include, world percus-sion, recorders, bells, and xylophones, culminating in performances for our stu-
dents and their families. In addition, we are very proud that all of our 5th grade students will continue to learn string instruments, including violins, violas and cello.
On the technology front, the 21st Century Project is continuing for the second
Morrison Elementary School13510 S. Maidstone Avenue, Norwalk, CA 90650(562)-868-9878Principal – Rudy Gonzalez
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New River Elementary is Poised for Progress!New River Elementary offers a rigorous, standards-
based curriculum for all students in grades K-5th using district curriculum maps. District and state CST assess-ment results have shown continuous academic growth for
our students in English Language Arts and Math. We at-tribute this achieve-ment to our staff’s consistent focus on instruction, our stu-dents’ focus on aca-demic and personal
growth, as well as, the support of our parents. and community.
Visual and Performing ArtsNew River is proud to offer mul-
tiple opportunities for music and arts instruction for our students. We have a beginning, intermediate and advanced strings orchestra comprised of violins, violas and cellos. Our orchestras showcase their talents thoughout the year. Come join us at one of our concerts and you will be amazed at our students’ talent! In the vi-sual arts, we offer the “Meet the Masters” program. Stu-dents learn about the masters of art such as Van Gogh and then produce their own master pieces.
New River offers many programs unique to our site. We are continually refining both our instructional and en-richment programs for our students:
• Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) program for 4th and 5th grade students which offers opportunities for extended learning throughout the content areas.
• Academic Specialists who pro-vide additional reading instruction to students in 1stgrade and above who need to build their reading skills.
• iPass Math intervention where participating students work in the com-puter lab to master math skills.
• A Recess Coach and supervision team that provides engaging and struc-tured outdoor games to help our stu-dents develop problem solving skills, sportsmanship and of course, to get our kids up and moving!
• After school programs: Knight’s Academy, which offers homework
help and physical fitness activities for our 2nd through 5th grade students. The ARRC program which offers be-fore and after school daycare for K-5students.
If you are interested in learning about any of these programs, please call our school at (562) 868-9848.
New River Elementary School13432 S. Halcourt Ave., Norwalk, CA 90605(562) 868-9848Principal -Michelle Centeno
year. Teachers and students use technology tools to en-hance individualized learning, create integrated learn-ing opportunities and extend learning beyond classroom walls. All students have been engaged in creating proj-ects, which are designed around their regular curriculum, utilizing new equipment and applications. In addition, all teachers have designed an iWeb page outlining and show-casing their class events and projects.
Research shows that there is a direct correlation be-tween student success and parent involvement. At Morri-son, it is an expressed goal to involve ALL our parents in the education of our students. It is our mission as a school to not only educate our children, but also support our par-ents in providing them with tools to enhance their learn-ing at home and increase their effectiveness as parents. To this end we have developed partnerships with outside organizations to offer parent education classes including Cerritos College, Planned Parenthood and Grupo Cre-cer. A sampling of some of the classes offered are; The
Role of the Family in Achieving Academic Success, Self-Esteem: The Key to Academic Success, Communication Skills, and ESL Classes. We are happy to offer exercise classes as well. We have more than 250 parents on our campus on any given week, but we are always looking for more to join us. We would like to extend an invitation to any parents in our learning community to be a part of our success at Morrison by partnering with us as participants in our classes.
Our physical site continues to be improved also. Stop by and see our new murals, upcoming additional kinder-garten playground equipment and an improved landscape. These improvements are being completed through a col-laborative effort with private donations, district funds and PTA.
We are excited about the possibilities and opportuni-ties we will encounter this year and look forward to work-ing with all our stakeholders to make this our best year yet!
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Nuffer Elementary School has been serving children and families in the Nor-walk community since 1953. With over 470 students, our vision is that “We are a school with an unrelenting focus on learning. All students are expected to succeed; no one is allowed to give up.” Our teach-ers and par-
ents work together through our Shared Decision Making/School Site Council, English Learners Advisory Council, and the Parent Teacher Association to support our school’s vision, to implement and monitor programs, and to en-sure that all students’ needs are met.
Our students are involved in challenging learning experienc-es that help them to achieve the academic standards. Through rigorous programs such as Accelerated Reader and iPass, a computer-based math pro-gram, students are able to receive the support they need to increase achievement in literacy and math. We strongly believe in the power of reading as a means to open doors. Our students are required to read 20-30 minutes a night and respond in reading logs in order to increase their reading comprehension and writing skills. To further keep students engaged and achieving at high levels, our teachers use a variety of instructional strategies and resources. Through a systematic approach to intervention, our teachers are able
to respond and provide additional support to those students who are not meeting the standards or struggling with grade level work.
Unique to Nuffer Elementary is our Joan Sander Me-morial Unit, which is a special education wing dedicated to the education and care of students with special needs. Our school is committed to helping all students with vary-ing degrees of disabilities to reach their individual learn-
ing plan goals. We believe that all students can learn and show prog-ress despite the various challenges they may face.
Regardless of which popula-tion of students we serve, Nuffer Elementary provides a safe and nurturing environment in which all students can learn and grow. While our focus is on academic learning and achievement, we also know that activities, such as Har-vest of the Month, school dances, and after-school programs such as
Bobcat Academy, play an important role in our children’s development. We also implement a character-building program to teach our students character traits such as re-sponsibility, compassion, initiative, respect, etc. so that our students can learn social skills for success.
At Nuffer Elementary, we are committed to providing our students with a high-quality education. We are confi-dent that by the time our students leave our doors to pro-mote to middle school, we will have prepared the whole child for their next steps.
Nuffer Elementary School14821 S. Jersey Ave., Norwalk CA(562) 868-3788Principal – LaTasha Buck
“We, the Sanchez Dragons, are a community of Scholars who Love, Learn, Live! Sanchez Dragons are Fired Up for Learning!”
Welcome to Arturo Sanchez Elemen-tary School!
I am honored to work with the stu-dents, teachers, and families of our com-
munity as the Principal of Arturo Sanchez Elementary School in the Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School Dis-trict. Our staff is dedicated to challenging and supporting every child by building a comprehensive program and providing a strong academic foundation for all students. Students are provided a rigorous education in literacy and in mathematics that is supported by a team of
Sanchez Elementary School11960 E. 162nd Street, Norwalk, CA 90650(562)-926-2365Principal – Maribel Galan
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educators that believe that each and every child can and will learn.
Parent and community volunteers are an integral part of Sanchez Elementary School. In addition to working in the classroom, parents have opportunities to volunteer with our PTA, ELAC, and school events. We believe a meaningful partnership between home, com-munity, and school only serves to strengthen a child‘s academic experience.
Sanchez is off to a great start to the 2011-2012 school year. We are excited about the achievement and academic progress our students are mak-ing as we continue to implement standards based instruction and interventions that support all students. The entire school community is working on four main goals to continue to increase student achievement. The goals are:
Goal #1: Enhance a data-driven system of instruction and interventions to address the needs of all students
Goal #2: Allocate time to support effective teacher collaboration
Goal #3: Implement Accountability and effective com-munication in support of student achievement through
shared leadershipGoal #4: Promote a positive school environment for
student achievement Arturo Sanchez Elementary School continues to seek
creative ways to increase student achievement. Educa-tors have been trained on rhythm and drumming to increase focus and cre-ate an environment that is conducive to learning. Exposure to music can reduce stress, increase interest, and set the stage for learning.
We have also increased our tech-nology resources to support student achievement. Smart boards are used in 2nd grade along with Ipods. The IPASS Math online program is im-plemented in certain grade levels to accelerate math skills. The Study Is-
land online program is used to increase achievement in both Math and English.
The support of our community and our families is vital to our success. Your ongoing commitment to our student scholars will allow them to grow and have the experiences and skills needed to thrive in their futures. Feel free to contact me via e-mail, phone, or in person at any time if you have any questions
MIDDLE SCHOOLS
The vision of Benton Middle Mag-net School for the Visual and Perform-ing Arts is to foster creativity and tal-ent as we prepare students for success in college and beyond! Students who elect to attend Benton do so because of the many course offerings and the supportive atmosphere provided by
a caring staff dedicated to making a difference in the lives of the young people we serve. We are delighted to welcome students from both Norwalk and La Mirada, as well as the many students who choose Benton from our surrounding communities, private schools, and home school consortiums. As a school of choice, we welcome visitors to our campus. Our student ambassa-
dors lead campus tours scheduled weekly. Open Enroll-ment and Registration for the 2012-2013 school year begins in January.
The ArtsBenton students enjoy a wide array of course of-
ferings in the arts. Courses are taught by teachers who hold specialized credentials in their fields of expertise. Classes are available in Theatre Arts, Visual Art, Media Arts, Technology, Video Production, Creative Writing, Photography, Dance, Chorus, Guitar, Orchestra, Band, Piano, World Percussion, and Yearbook. Because of our unique block schedule, students have, on average, three electives they select each year. This allows them to explore a variety of art forms, to learn how they are interconnected, and to develop their skills in each area
Benton Middle SchoolVisual and Performing Arts Magnet15709 E. Olive Branch Drive, La Mirada, CA 90638(562)-943-1553Principal – Michelle Green
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of interest. In our inaugural year we were blessed with opportunities for our students to participate in a music video production. Various student musicians and danc-ers were auditioned and selected by Hollywood pro-ducers, giving many their fi rst adventure with being on location and their fi rst look inside of a music recording studio! Just weeks later Hollywood came to Benton, as we were chosen as the set location for a television pilot. Students were excited to meet the stars of fi lm and television in a comedy sitcom due to premier this fall on a popu-lar channel with middle school audiences. Small partnerships are starting to develop as more produc-ers began to contact our school looking for middle school talent. It was our pleasure to assist parents with obtaining Entertainment Work Permits and the necessary savings accounts to prepare them for working in the entertainment industry. Parent to parent workshops are planned this year as increasing numbers of students are starting to be hired and par-ents began to navigate the Hollywood scene. While we have students who are members of the Screen Actors Guild, we have students who are just beginning their fi rst lessons as school begins. We see our role as train-ing students of all ability levels to develop their talent. There are no prerequisite requirements for acceptance into Benton.
AcademicsWhile many attend Benton be-
cause of their love for the arts, our primary mission is to ensure that students are academically competi-tive when they launch into high school on their way to the college and career of their choice. To this end, our teaching faculty col-laborates to deliver the best quality instruction. We are always working to discover innova-tive ways to foster critical thinking so students learn to analyze and synthesize their learning. Our goal is to facilitate student engagement. A visit to our classrooms reveals that our students are not merely sitting in seats actively listening, they are speaking with their neigh-bors, creating visual representations for their learning, defending their opinions about literature using evidence from the text and their personal experience, conducting experiments and science investigations. Students are studying trends in history, and analyzing current events
to determine probable outcomes in news stories as they unfold. They are publishing their writing, developing confi dence, and becoming articulate communicators ready to take full advantage of the opportunities that await them.
Extra-Curricular Activities & CompetitionsStudents at Benton are excited to join many of the
on and off-campus activities and clubs. Teachers sponsor enrichment opportunities to expose students to real world careers, and a variety of interests. Students can participate in Mock Trial, the Scripps National Spelling Bee, the National Geo-graphic Geography Bee, the Or-ange County Academic Pentathlon, Physics Day, Math Meet, Poetry Café, Artrageous, DTASC Drama Festival, Shakespeare Festival,
Honor Band, Orchestra Festival, as well as many art exhibits and competitions throughout the year.
AthleticsOur popular campus is blessed to have spacious
fi elds, home to various special events and athletic tournaments in our city. Benton students are invited to participate in a variety of athletic teams including football, volleyball, basketball, soccer, softball, cross country, & track and fi eld. The energy and passion of our physical education staff is evidence of their com-
mitment to lifelong fi tness for all of our students.
Parent & Community InvolvementWith a vision like ours, it is
paramount that parents, students, teachers and our administration work together as a team. We are grateful to have city, community, and business partnerships that believe in the vision of our school,
and the promise of our students. We welcome parents on campus to assist in various projects. Without the in-credible parent population we serve, the many produc-tions and special events planned in a school focused on the arts would not be possible to the caliber and quality for which we are becoming known. It is our pleasure to assist parents in working with students during this criti-cal middle school years.
Just mentioning our great features could never do justice to the synergistic atmosphere you instantly feel when on our campus. You will just have to stop by!
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Corvallis Middle School of Arts & Technology Magnet provides a rigorous, well-rounded educational program for students as they prepare for high school, college, and career. Enrolled students may participate in numerous programs and activities at no cost, including Arts & Technology Magnet classes, Honors classes, GATE, AVID, accelerated math-
ematics, sports, and the 21st Century After School Pro-gram. ALL students at Cor-vallis Middle School of Arts & Technology engage in rig-orous instruction in language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, and physical education. Students in our content area and PE classes are able to utilize technology, including iPads, iTouches, SMART student respond-ers, Flip cameras, and laptop computers in their classrooms. Students also have access to two dedicated computer labs with the latest desktop computers. We are committed to putting technology into the hands of our students.
High Academic AchievementStudents who excel in mathematics may take advanced
level courses, including accelerated online instruction. Our Honors Program is designed to academically chal-lenge and reward our highest performing students, prepar-ing them for the rigors of high school and college. The Honors Program is a learning contract between teachers, students, and parents. Honors students will be clustered into select classrooms to engage in more rigorous learn-ing. Students taking a class(es) for Honors credit will be graded on a separate scale for designated assignments. The Honors assignments will reflect increased rigor and in some cases an increased amount of work. The overall course grade earned will be weighted to reflect the rigor of the course. The benefits of the Honors program include: a challenging academic program, preparation for college, Honors status and notations, a weighted GPA, additional
recognition and awards. The G.A.T.E. (Gifted and Talented Education) pro-
gram delivers a supplemental, differentiated program for the students that are identified participants. GATE students participate in extra-curricular activities, which strengthen their particular “talent.” In addition, identified teachers have been trained in GATE teaching strategies and implement differentiated instruction. GATE students are clustered for language arts and mathematics with
trained teachers. GATE students are also able to participate in specialized field trips and activities, such as the Academic Pentathlon competition.
Students who dem-onstrate the desire to excel are encouraged to apply for our AVID, which stands for Ad-vancement Via Individu-al Determination. AVID is a system, including an elective class, which is
designed to prepare students for four-year college eligibil-ity. It has a proven track record in bringing out the best in students, and in closing the achievement gap.
Arts & Technology MagnetStudents who are enrolled in the Magnet program
are able to choose from enrichment courses in one of three “strands” (Performance Arts, Visual/Media Arts, or Technology) each year (see the list of courses below). In addition to the enrichment classes, students will engage in a variety of performances, including concerts, talent shows, Fine Arts Nights, and off campus performances. Students will also benefit from guest presenters in the arts & technology professions.
Performance Arts Strand:•Advanced Band•Advanced Orchestra•Steel Pan Drums/World Percussion•Dance•Choir•Theater Production
Corvallis Middle SchoolArts and Technology Magnet School11032 E Leffingwell Rd., Norwalk, CA 90650(562) 868-2678Principal – Bob Easton
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Visual/Media Arts Strand•Advanced Ceramics•Advanced Art / DesignTechnology Strand•Advanced Computer Applications•Digital Photography & FilmmakingAcceptance in the Arts & Technology Magnet will
be based on the following: The quality of the completed application, satisfactory report card grades, satisfactory attendance, and standardized test scores demonstrating proficiency or growth toward proficiency.
The skills and concepts that the students learn at Cor-vallis will serve as a strong foundation for high school, college, and career. Students in the Magnet are able to simultaneously participate in AVID, GATE, and Honors. These programs are not mutually exclusive.
SportsAll six middle schools in the Norwalk – La Mirada
Unified School District compete in three tournaments
each year (one each trimester). Teams from each school compete in Flag Football and Volleyball (Trimester 1), Boys and Girls Basketball and Soccer (Trimester 2), and Boys and Girls Softball (Trimester 3). Students from each school also compete in a district middle school Track Meet in the spring.
21st Century/ASES Universal After School ProgramStudents may enroll in the 21st Century After School
program at no cost. The purpose of the program is to offer extended learning in a safe and engaging environment that enhances each student’s academic, social, and emotional development. Enrolled students attend from the end of the school day until 6:00 pm.
More information about all school programs and activities, as well as enrollment forms and applications, is available on our school website www.corvallisms.org or by calling the school office at (562) 868-2678.
Welcome to Hutchinson Middle School, a Math, Science, Technology Magnet!
Hutchinson Middle School is com-mitted to providing all students high quality curriculum, engaging instruc-tional activities in a supportive
learning environment. A strong team of committed teachers, ded-icated staff members and support-ive parents ensures our students have a great place to become suc-cessful students and citizens.
Hutchinson Middle School’s Math, Science, Technology Mag-net provides students opportu-nities to explore the world of STEM (Science, Technology, En-gineering, Mathematics) through a project-based learning environment. Sixth grade students study Environmental Engineering which includes wind energy, solar power and hydropower. Students research and build wind turbines, solar cars and hydropower boats. Seventh grade students
explore the field of Civil Engineering as they investigate and build model bridges, arches, domes, and roller coast-ers. Eighth grade students investigate the field of aero-nautics and rocketry by designing simple balsa gliders and moving on to more complex rockets. Eighth grade students also study automation and robotics as well as mechanical and electrical engineering. Local profession-
als from the fields of STEM support the magnet program by sharing their expertise and real-world aspects of engineering while field trips and local competitions further support student learning. Throughout the program, students learn to utilize the engineering design process while developing multi-media presenta-tions and ePortfolios to showcase their work.
Hutchinson Middle School also offers accelerated math classes, a
language arts program supported by balanced literacy strategies and an Honors Program designed to academi-cally challenge the highest performing students. Ad-ditional instructional support is provided for students through before and after
Hutchinson Middle SchoolMath, Science, and Technology Magnet13900 Estero Road, La Mirada CA 90638(562) 947-3265Principal – Sara Siemens
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“College is not a dream. It’s a Plan.” Los Alisos Middle School serves as
a learning community where students are challenged and are engaged in rig-orous academics through a standards-based curriculum. We have a strong team of dedicated indi-viduals who provide a
welcoming environment where the top pri-orities are academic achievement and a safe and nurturing school.
Our school program is designed to assist adolescents in making successful transitions from elementary to middle school that pre-pares them for the challenges of high school and beyond.
Where Everybody Belongs (WEB) Los Alisos offers a transition program to support our
incoming students. WEB is a great program that is de-signed to assist 6th grade students in the transition from elementary to middle school. To do this, 8th grade stu-
dents become WEB leaders as well as role models for the incoming 6th grade students. PROJECT WISDOM - Proj-ect Wisdom is scientifically research based. Helping Stu-dents Make Wiser Choices.
Project Wisdom is one of the oldest and most respect-ed character education programs in the nation with more
than 17,000 licensed schools, sharing words of wisdom and encouraging good character. Our GATE Program consists of a compre-hensive extended curriculum that encom-passes a Nobel Laureate Program in 6th grade that focuses on: Physics, Medicine, Literature, Economics, Peace and Humani-ties.
In 7th and 8th grade the extended curric-ulum in Humanities is: Word Power, Debate Mock Courtroom, and Evolution of Media.
In Math and Science: Algebraic Expressions, Geometric Highlights, Statistics-Methods in Data Analysis, Bonding with Chemistry, Biology Basics, Engineering in Action, and Robotics.
Los Alisos Middle SchoolMath, Science, and Technology Magnet11438 Jersey Avenue, Norwalk, CA 90650 (562)-868-0865 Principal -Dr. Gloria Jimenez
school tutoring. AVID, (Advancement Via Individual Determination)
provides college-bound students opportunities to develop note-taking, questioning and study skills that are needed to be successful in middle school, high school and col-lege. AVID students participate in field trips to local col-leges and universities and regularly meet with college-age tutors to develop organizational skills and receive support with academics.
Students are also offered a variety of other enrichment activities in which to participate. The Academic Pentath-lon involves students in an exciting academic competition where they compete against other area schools in a series of five academic tests in the areas of math, literature, so-cial studies, science and essay.
The Music Department provides students opportuni-ties to learn the guitar and world percussion instruments. The award-winning Band program is composed of four different classes to support all levels of musical talent, with the Wind Ensemble competing in area and regional festivals.
Our Student Leadership provides a variety of exciting and fun activities throughout the school year, including
spirit days, dances, a talent show, and lunchtime activi-ties. Our Student Leadership also supports our 6th grad-ers as they transition into middle school through Hawk Huddles where 7th and 8th graders become mentors to small groups of 6th graders, providing an additional re-source and friendly face on campus.
Our 8th grade students participate in Community Vol-unteer Projects, volunteering a minimum of 25 hours in the local communities. Projects are then presented at a Volunteer Project Fair. At the end of the school year, com-munity members schedule Exit Interviews with all 8th graders, giving students an opportunity to reflect on their academic progress through their middle school years.
Yearbook, Technology, Spanish and Debate provide students additional opportunities to explore and develop new areas of interest. Students can also participate in our Athletic Program which provides opportunities in track and field, cross country, volleyball, football, soccer, bas-ketball, softball and cheerleading.
We are excited for the 2011-2012 school year as we partner with parents and our community to provide a bal-anced and challenging learning environment, focused on student achievement.
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Los Coyotes Middle School Centurian Honors Magnet14640 Mercado Avenue, La Mirada, CA 90638(714)-739-2368Principal -Sylvia Begtrip
Los Coyotes is committed to the education and development of well-rounded, contributing members of soci-ety. Los Coyotes Mid-dle School provides an academically chal-lenging environment for all students with
extensive extracurricular programs. Stu-dents are placed in leveled math classes to support their growth potential and are supported in their reading through balanced literacy strategies. Centurion Scholar Academy provides GATE and high achieving students honors classes while AVID supports capable stu-dents to prepare for college.
Literacy is of major concern for all of our students. We offer additional support in English for our English Learners as well as our English only students. Students
are challenged in Math by placing students in appropri-ate level classes. Support is also offered to struggling stu-dents through iPASS. Spanish is offered to seventh and
eighth grade students who are proficient in Language Arts. Tutoring is also avail-able to all students before school and af-ter school in all core subjects.
Los Coyotes believes students who are involved in the school are more suc-cessful academically. Students are of-fered after school enrichment classes for newspaper, drama, medieval crafts, digi-tal video technology, technology games,
campus beautification, and dance. Students can also par-ticipate in our outstanding athletic teams, cheerleading, Academic Pentathlon, or top-notch music program. All students create Science projects to compete in our yearly Science Fair. Our highly sought after Leadership class supports many of the on-
AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) is an elementary through postsecondary college readiness system that is designed to increase school-wide learning and performance. Our AVID Program consists of a Explor-atory Wheel in 6th grade per trimester and a year round Elective class in 7th and 8th grades so that each student is trained on note-taking, questioning, and organizational skills. The Math, Science and Technology Magnet Pro-gram offered within Los Alisos Middle School is a spe-cialty program providing students in grades six through eight with a wide range of math and science opportunities integrated into their school experience focusing on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics). Our school partners with USC and the National Science Foun-dation grant receiving extensive training at USC‘s Cen-ter for Robotics. In addition Los Alisos and NLMUSD signed an agreement with Project Lead The Way which provided teacher training at Cal Poly Pomona in the areas of Engineering and Automation and Robotics.
Project Lead The Way (PLTW) is the leading provider of rigorous and innovative STEM education curricular programs used in middle and high schools across the U.S. STEM education is at the heart of today‘s high-tech, high-skill global economy. For America to remain economi-cally competitive, our next generation of leaders -- the students of today -- must develop the critical-reasoning
and problem-solving skills that will help make them the most productive in the world. STEM education programs like the one offered by PLTW engage students in activi-ties, projects, and problem-based learning, which provides hands-on classroom experiences. Students create, design, build, discover, collaborate and solve problems while ap-plying what they learn in math and science. They‘re also exposed to STEM fields through professionals from local industries who supplement the real-world aspect of the curriculum through mentorships and workplace experi-ences. PLTW‘s comprehensive curriculum for engineer-ing and biomedical sciences has been collaboratively designed by PLTW teachers, university educators, engi-neering and biomedical professionals and school adminis-trators to promote critical thinking, creativity, innovation and real-world problem solving skills in students. Gate-way To Technology Middle School Engineering Program PLTW‘s middle school program, Gateway To Technology (GTT), is a project-based program designed to challenge and engage the natural curiosity and imagination of mid-dle school students. Taught in conjunction with a rigor-ous academic curriculum, the program is divided into six, nine-week independent units. GTT schools are required to offer at minimum Design and Modeling (DM) and Auto-mation and Robotics (AR).
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Welcome to Waite! We have a snap-shot of our numerous accomplishments across the 2010-11 school year that show our Panther Pride: Most English Learner (EL) Redesignations in the dis-trict; Boys Soccer retains the trophy for district champions; Projected 2011 API continues our double digit increase
trend; media tech Marsha Chotiner was selected as Dis-trict Classified Employee of the Year; 8th grade teacher Danica Marsh was finalist for District Teacher of the Year; numerous students have scored 100% on district bench-mark exams in English-Language Arts and Math; Waite was recommended as an AVID demonstration school site. Here are a few great things that will make 2011-12 another fantastic school year:
Earth, Wind, Fire: Waite’s House System Waite Middle School is thrilled to announce the new House System, unveil-ing for the 2011-12 school year! The purpose of this redesign is to expand our abil-ity to provide a comprehensive, student-centered learning experience, mindful of the classes and programs featured at our feeder high schools, as we contribute to interest and preparation for a smooth high school experience (and be-yond). As a result, we expect results—supported through test scores and student feedback—which will indicate that this redesign has been an excellent choice in meeting the diverse needs and interests of our Waite Panthers. Key features of this redesign include the following: House meetings once a week, gathering students cross grade levels to engage in AVID-style tutorials; expanded elec-
tive class selections; expanded student access to electives beyond ELD and enrichment courses; team collaboration and spirit development; development of our Professional Learning Community through vertical alignment and ar-ticulation. Students and staff are excited by all that is possible through this innovation on our campus!
Academic Pentathlon: Top honors in our district and beyond
This past spring, 7th and 8th grade students from Waite competed against other schools within our district and beyond during the all-day Academic Pentathlon. Students and teacher-coaches dedicated time after school
and on Saturdays to prepar-ing for this full day event. The result was an overall 2nd place finish for our 7th graders and a 4th place fin-ish for our 8th graders! This was out of a collection of 17 middle schools, including private schools and acad-emies! Students also took home dozens of individual medals. Waite is proud to expand the Academic Pen-tathlon to 6th grade this
year, and it is now an elective choice that students can place into their schedules.
CSUF/MIT Grant brings 21 credentialed math specialists to the Waite campus!
Waite Panthers will benefit greatly from a partnership with Cal State Fullerton’s Department of Mathematics: 21 teachers will be collaborating with our math staff to design innovative lessons, review assessment results, and plan for cutting edge work around the concepts explored at this math level. Staff and students are very excited about all the possibilities that will come from this part-nership!
Waite Middle SchoolCareers Magnet14320 S. Norwalk Blvd., Norwalk, CA 90650(562)-921-7981Principal – Willie Norman
going school activities, develops leaders, and provides representatives from each class to have a voice in school government. Various field trips provide hands-on experi-ences that bring classroom lessons to life.
Great things are happening at LCMS! We encourage you to get involved by joining our PTSA, volunteering at
school activities, and taking an active role in your child‘s education. Please don‘t hesitate to let us know if we can be of any assistance. We are here to help you and, most importantly, to help your child be successful! Los Coyotes Middle School. . .A GREAT Place to Learn. . .A GREAT Place for Kids!
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John Glenn is one of three comprehensive high schools in the Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District. It serves 1600 students with diverse needs and ethnic backgrounds. John Glenn High School was named after a former United States Marine Corps pilot, astronaut, and United States
senator, who was the first American to orbit the Earth. His quote, “Where even the sky is no limit,” goes hand in hand with the school’s vision, which states that students at John Glenn High School will have unlimited career opportunities so that they can be active and productive members of society. As a diverse comprehensive high school, John Glenn provides students with diverse options in the areas of academics, activities and athletics.
Mission and Vision Statement
Our mission is to graduate students who are active, contributing members of society, and who have unlimited career opportunities. To make certain that our mission and vision come alive, students are surrounded by a supportive and caring staff, and receive instruction that is rigorous, relevant, and engaging.
Academic DiversityJohn Glenn High School offers student programs
in a variety of academic courses to meet the needs of all students. These courses meet the requirements for entrance to the University of California and California State University systems. In addition to offering students the courses to meet graduation requirements, John Glenn High School offers the opportunity to enroll in the following Career Pathway Academies: Film and TV Pathway, Academy of Career in Education (ACE), and Transportation Career Academy Program (TCAP). Academy students are enrolled in English, Social Science, and Science specific courses related to the academy in the 10th, 11th, and 12th grade.
Film and TV Pathway AcademyThis innovative and rigorous career path will serve
as a conduit for students interested in film and television to enter college or university. The preparation of our students in this academy pathway is supported through a partnership with Biola University and with the support of Dr. Pete Menjares, Associate Provost, and Dr. Michael Gonzales, Professor of Cinema and Media Arts. This academy provides students with a focus in Film and TV, specifically cinematography, professional editing, visual effects, motion graphics, lighting, and screenwriting. Additionally, students are invited to Biola’s Film Festival and have opportunities to observe or take part in film.
Academy of Careers in Education (ACE) The ACE Academy has established a partnership with
Cerritos College Teacher TRAC Program. This is an important resource available to students as a pathway to prepare them for post-secondary careers. Equally significant is the exposure to the different opportunities provided throughout the school year, including working with elementary students and visiting different colleges and universities.
Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) Program
John Glenn High School offers ninth through twelfth-grade students the opportunity to apply for entrance into AVID. Students in this program commit themselves to academic improvement and preparation for college. In addition to preparing students for college, this program teaches students how to study, how to read for content knowledge, how to take effective notes, and how to manage their study time. Students participate in tutorial and have the opportunity to visit colleges and universities throughout the years in the program.
Regional Occupational Program (ROP)The Southeast ROP provides students with an
exemplary and rigorous technical education that supports academic achievement, enhances their economic success, and provides business and industry with skilled and responsible employees. There are a number of ROP courses available at John Glenn High School:
John Glenn High School13520 Shoemaker Avenue, Norwalk, CA 90650(562) 868-0431 Ext. 5110Principal – Dr. Ligia Hallstrom
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Dedicated to Achieving and Celebrating Success!La Mirada High School is a public
college prep program, with over 2,200 students. Our mission is “to provide a comprehensive education in a safe, car-ing and supportive environment, where all students will de-
velop their individual skills, talents, and self-esteem to become productive members of society.” La Mirada High School is dedicated to creat-ing the conditions necessary for all students to be suc-cessful.
We continually celebrate the successes of our outstanding community. We are proud of our many achievements in academic and enrichment activities on campus. In our SOLAR Academy, students learn about sustaining our planet’s resources and creating a “Green environment.” La Mirada has been recognized and awarded several grants that support our program and allow for numerous successful and educational opportu-
nities with our community partners. Our Visual and Performing Arts Academy (VAPA) students excel in all areas of art, dance, music, theatre and video production. Six of our students auditioned and were accepted as mem-bers into the Pasadena City College Tournament of Roses Official Rose Parade Honor Band. We have also had three of our visual arts students recognized by the Mayor, at
a City Council meeting, for their artistic contributions to the community.
Our Matador Scholarship Academy (MSA) is continu-ally committed to providing students with a rigorous aca-demic curriculum in order to properly prepare them for the rigor of college and uni-versity academics. La Mira-
da offers 20 Advanced Placement (AP) courses ranging from Music Theory to Physics. Last year, over 40 of our students earned College Board honors for high scores on their AP exams! The class of 2011 earned $4 million dol-lars in scholarships, with students attending colleges in-cluding, Cornell, Yale, USC, and Brown, as well as many other private, public UC, and CSU schools.
La Mirada High School13520 Adelfa Drive, La Mirada, CA 90638(562)868-0431 x3101Principal – Bill Seals
Accounting, Graphic Design, Introduction to Forensic Science, Microsoft Office/Computer Applications, Student and Law, and Web Page Design.
Visual and Performing Arts ProgramThe Visual and Performing Arts Program at John Glenn
is alive. The drama department had a very successful year with several performances at middle schools within our district and the amazing production of “Getting Out” in the spring of 2011. Equally successful is the music program. The John Glenn Band made it to regionals and ended up scoring its highest rating in years. For this year, a Mariachi Class has been added in the course offerings.
Extra-Curricular ParticipationJohn Glenn High School students are given the
opportunity to participate in various clubs and athletic teams on campus. The Associated Student Body (ASB) is active and involved in creating a sense of pride and reaching out to the community. Students elected for ASB coordinate and plan major events such as Rallies, Winter Formal, Prom, etc. All clubs are designed to give students the opportunity to build relations beyond the classroom,
including Ecology, Red Cross, Key, Yearbook, Historical Heritage, TCAP, Drama, Senior Class, Latino, Anime, APPIC, AVID, Salsa, Drama, Bible, and California Scholarship Federation Clubs. Also, students are given opportunities to participate in different sports on a seasonal calendar with Cheerleading and Drill team being year-round programs. Students who participate in sports need to participate in summer activities, must complete an Athletic Clearance, and meet with the coach before being placed on an athletic team and the athletic class period.
Parent Involvement John Glenn highly encourages parents to be involved
in a number of parent-led organizations associated with the school. There are many opportunities for parents to get involved through the English Language Advisory Council (ELAC), Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA), Shared Decision Making Council (SDMC) and Football Parents Booster. These various groups meet regularly and information is available on the school web site for meeting dates and times.
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La Mirada’s APPLE Academy prepares students for careers with children. Each week, our students go into the community and tutor at the local elementary schools. APPLE students were awarded with Urban Teacher Fel-lowship Scholarships, which provide financial assistance to these future educators. Graduating APPLE students are beginning careers in fields such as education, so-cial work, child psychology and pediatric medicine. La Mirada’s academy of future business leaders is the Acad-emy of Commerce and Entrepreneurship (ACE). These young executives partner with local businesses to learn entrepreneurship skills in a free market economy. Stu-dents graduating from this academy pursue educational opportunities and careers in areas such as marketing, fi-nance, advertising, and communication. We are proud of these students for becoming contributing members of our
global economy. Our enrichment activities including Associated Stu-
dent Body (ASB), pep squad, and athletic teams are un-paralleled in their pursuit of excellence. We understand the importance of developing all aspects of a well-rounded student by providing a broad range of extracurricular ac-tivities. Our homecoming pep rallies; football games, and dances are a few examples of successful, student-driven activities. At La Mirada, we continue to focus on our goal of attaining an Academic Performance Index (API) score of 800. La Mirada High School has made a double digit gain in our API score in the 2010-2011 school year. At La Mirada, we celebrate our success and continuously chal-lenge ourselves to reach beyond our accomplishments. We look forward to seeing you this year at our Open House and other community outreach activities.
Norwalk High School11356 E Leffingwell Ave., Norwalk, CA 90650(562)-868-0431Principal – Dina Wilson
Norwalk High School (NHS), which opened September, 1956, is a comprehensive high school that provides educational services to over 2200 students in grades 9-12. Our faculty has adopted the “Working on the Work” framework which provides the rationale and tools for teachers
to work collaboratively to design work that engages students and leads to more profound learning and post-secondary success.
Our school mission is very clear: “To engage students in learning activities that will
lead to academic and personal excellence. Staff will create an environment that nurtures individual growth and prepares students for post-secondary success. The school community will work together to uphold high expectations, to personalize the values of ethics and integrity, and to create critical thinkers and life-long learners.”
In addition to a rigorous standards-based curriculum, NHS offers a wide variety of career-oriented academies, extra-curricular programs, sports, and advanced learn-ing opportunities. All of which provide relevance and a focus on the future for our students.
Our academies include the Business Academy, Med-ical Services Academy and the Millennium Program (integrating math, science, engineering and technology.) Career-oriented programs include a strong visual and
performing arts program (including Fashion Design and Culinary Arts) and our new Engineering Design Pathway which is articulated to Cal State LA’s School of Engineering. Many of these programs include a partnership with our local Regional Occupation Pro-gram (ROP) which provides our students with advanced job-based training opportunities.
Norwalk High School operates under a 4x4 block-schedule. Under this model, students are able to complete 80 credits per year, as opposed to only 60 in a traditional high school schedule. The 4x4 enables students to accelerate into advanced classes, while still participating in elective and athletic programs. It also allows for students who fall behind, the opportunity to remediate and still graduate with their class. Under the 4x4, our student achievement levels have continued to grow, including our graduates who complete college entrance requirements (A-G).
In addition to our A-G completion rate, which is approximately 40%, we continue to show great gains in our student achievement indicators. Our API has grown over 70 points in the past 3 years and our graduation rate exceeds that of the county and state averages. On the CAHSEE, over 75% of our students pass it on the first try!
Norwalk High School is committed to providing our students with a quality educational experience which will provide the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed for a successful future.
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Norwalk-La Mirada Adult School15711 Pioneer Blvd., Norwalk, CA 90650(562)-868-9858Director – Sharon Todd
Increase Your Learning and Earning Power!
The Norwalk-La Mirada Adult School is your neighborhood school – a place for you to conveniently and economically invest in yourself. In to-day’s difficult economy, having a High School
Diploma or GED, excellent communication skills, and up-to-date job training is more critical than ever. We are committed to offering you outstanding opportuni-ties to increase your learn-ing and earning power at the best rates in the area.
Our program has a variety of morning, after-noon, and night classes that are staffed by talented and dedicated teachers who understand the unique needs and challenges of adult learners. Student success is our focus, and thousands of adults each year choose Norwalk-La Mirada Adult School as the foundation for their educational advance-ment. We are confident you will find success here as well.
In addition to that valu-able diploma, our popular teacher-directed High School Diploma classes give you practice in skills that are sought after by employ-ers, colleges, and vocational schools in today’s market – skills such as problem solving, research and analysis, and effective team dynamics. Our Basic Skills classes help you prepare for a better job, vocational training, and to meet personal enrichment goals. Diploma and Basic Skills classes are also a great place to improve your math and language skills for entrance into a community college. Our English as a Second Language classes give
you practice in listening, speaking, reading, and writ-ing in a caring and supportive environment for begin-ning through advanced students. Our teacher-directed or self-paced computer technology classes teach you skills to become proficient in today’s most popular and useful computer application programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel, QuickBooks 2010, and Adobe Photoshop.
Students can also complete a number of different career paths, including Account-ing Clerk, Administrative Assistant, Medical Records or Transcriber, and Real Estate.
For those of you who wish to learn at your con-venience, the Norwalk-La Mirada Adult School offers a variety of both Distance Learning and Online courses. Students can com-plete High School Diploma
classes, improve their Eng-lish language skills, practice parenting strategies, study for the Citizenship test, or learn a foreign language - entirely from the comfort of their homes.
The Norwalk-La Mirada Adult School also offers classes that address the cre-ative needs of our communi-ties. We have innovative and experienced instructors who teach Baking and Cake Decorating, Asian Cooking
and Baking, Clothing Construction and Design, Bead Stringing, Knitting and Quilting, Painting, Singing, and Floral Design. For individuals looking to increase their overall wellness, we offer Yoga, Chair Exercise, Brain Fitness, and Square/Line/Round dancing.
Simply said, the Norwalk-La Mirada Adult School offers outstanding and affordable classes that will enrich your life. Check out our offerings at www.nlmas.org or call 562-868-9858 for more information.
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Southeast Academy is a self-con-tained high school serving up to two hundred and sixty high school students. Southeast Academy High School (SEA) serves students from sixteen different districts. What makes the Southeast
Academy unique is that cadets are offered an opportunity to ex-plore careers in Law Enforcement, Military Science,
Fire Science and Homeland Security. We use all aspects of the educational, military and law enforcement systems to create an en-vironment focused on academic achievement and leadership devel-opment. The goal is to build “solid citizens” who embody the val-ues of integrity, honor, self-discipline and aca-demic excellence. In a unique partnership with Southeast ROP, as they provide the ca-reer pathway experi-ence and Norwalk - La Mirada Unified School District providing all core curriculum gradu-ation requirements
We were sad to say goodbye to five teach-ers last year, however we will be welcoming eight new high school teachers who have joined our teaching staff. As we con-tinue to grow we are experiencing new changes. This year
Southeast Academy will have sixty-five freshmen attend-ing the academy, allowing opportunities for our students to be fully A-G qualified for enrollment at a University of California or California State University campus.
Student success means academic success, and we are proud of what our students have achieved. Real life appli-
cation of academic work is a focus. Through ca-reer technical education our students learn how to be leaders. Southeast Academy provides lead-ership development op-portunities as a compo-nent to complement their academic studies. Cadets live each day with a struc-ture framework that is truly regimented. Cadets will manage his or her available time to ensure completion of required academic and academy expectations. Homework and uniforms are inspect-ed each morning requir-ing them to pay attention to detail. Senior cadet leaders will be mentor-ing underclassmen; they will work as a team for the good of academy and themselves. Senior lead-ers are also responsible in helping to prepare our future leaders, capable of critical thinking and sound analysis.
We at Southeast Academy High School are happy to be a part of the district team, which encourages students to focus on academics and
personal growth. Please come by to visit our beautiful campus, friendly staff, faculty and cadets.
Southeast Academy High School12940 E. Foster Rd., Norwalk, CA 90650(562) 809-6237Director - MSgt. Marty Schafer
LOS CERRITOS YMCA15530 Woodruff Ave., Bellflower, CA 90706P 562 925 1292 F 562 925 2191 www.lbymca.org
ENSURING A BRIGHTER FUTURE BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL ACADEMIC ENRICHMENTLOS CERRITOS YMCA
At the Y, we believe that all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. By providing licensed before and after school care, the Los Cerritos YMCA helps children learn, grow, and develop social skills in a safe nurturing environment.