Welcome to La Paloma School

New Student & Parent Orientation

1st through 6th grades

Our Mission

To prepare, motivate, and challenge each child to grow into a proficient and independent learner while in a nurturing academic environment.

Our Commitment to You

Every member of our staff will:Oprepare each child for success in life

by expecting proficiency in academics

Omodel and teach responsible citizenship

Oencourage and challenge students to be their best and make a difference

Ofocus on college readiness

Family CommitmentWe, as families, are

committed to our children’s education. We will ensure

that our children are present, on time, and

prepared for school daily. We will be active

participants in our children’s education both

inside and outside of school. We believe the path to

college begins now.”

Our School

OK-6th grade campusOTwo designated play areasOGrade level configured

buildingsOComputer LabOAfter school program via the

Community Center

What Learning Means to Us …

O Academic RigorO College Readiness for ALL

Every student deserves the opportunity to be educated in a way that prepares them for college

O Learning PathwaysO Technology O Character Development

Academic RigorAll subject areas are taught through state adopted programs and are aligned with the Common Core standards.

O MathO English Language Arts (reading/writing)O ScienceO Social StudiesO Fine Arts (Music, Art)O Physical Education (SPARK)O English Language Development (ELD)

College ReadinessO We believe in Advancement Via

Individual Determination (AVID)O All of our students can/will go to

college O We will be focusing on organizational

skills, student success skills, and college readiness.

O It focuses on the development of a consistent way to think and process information.

O We are teaching to prepare your students for the future.

Learning Pathways

OTeam teaching to allow for flexible groupings

OSubject area teaming (5/6)

OEnglish Language Development Time

ODual Language Spanish Immersion for K-4

Technology is a part of the future…

OAll classrooms have 8 student computers and one teacher technology work station.

OAll students have access to a variety of computer programs.

OLessons on use of the computer as a learning tool or resource are given.

OAll students also have access to the computer lab for whole group technology instruction.

Character Development-Leader in Me

7 Habits

Leader In Me

OThis is an innovative, school-wide model that will increase teacher effectiveness, student engagement and academic success, while preparing our students to be leaders in the 21st century.

OrganizationalExpectations

Be prepared to learn…S.L.A.N.T

Fill out your planner daily. (2-6)Keep your binder organized. (3-6)Keep your pencil pouch neat. (2-6)Student should share with parents

something they learned daily.

Student RecognitionO Drawings – Leader ticketsO Recognition assembliesO Principal’s lunch bunchO Trimester awards for citizenship and

academics – 1st – 6th

Student Activities

Student Activities:

O Enrichment ClassesO ASES ProgramO Student CouncilO Science ClubO Garden ClubO Safe School

AmbassadorsO Leader in Me

Student Activities Cont…

OArt ClassOBand OBroadcasting

Monthly Spirit Dress Up Days

School Business

School Hours8:00 – Warning Bell

8:05 – Instruction BeginsM,T,TH,F

ReleaseO K = 2:15O 1-6 = 2:20

Wed. ReleaseO K = 1:10O 1-6 = 1:15

Recess/Lunch

OK 9:35 – 9:55O 1:15 – 1:30O1/2 10:05 – 10:25O3 10:25 – 10:45O4 10:30 – 10:45O5/6 10:45 – 11:00

OK 11:30 – 12:15O1/2 11:50 – 12:35O3 12:10 – 12:55O4 12:15 –

12:55O5/6 12:35- 1:55

TransportationBuses O Pick up and drop in the front of the school O No parent traffic is allowed in the front of the

school. Calle De La Paloma is a private drive and not for public use

Walking Entrances-O Heald Lane cul-da-sac (park/walk entrance*)O Mercedes Court (walking/drop only, no parking)Car Drop Off –O Heald Lane cul-da-sacPark & Walk In –O Heald Lane – Park in Community Center parking

lot or lot or in the spots at the entrance of the school parking lot

O Staff parking lot is for staff members only.

Visiting Our School

O All volunteers and visitors must sign in at the office and receive a name badge.

O Classroom visit/observations should be scheduled with administration and will last no more than 20 minutes.

Morning procedures for drop offO Gates open at 7:30 a.m. There is no

supervision prior to that. All students report to the playground.

O Parents are welcome to remain in the quad with their child. No parents are allowed on the playground or in the lunch pavilion.

1st week exceptions…OK- Line up in the quad – 3 daysOLeave the pick up plan with

your child’s teacher at the tableOParents may remain in the quad

with their children

Visiting our school continued…Pick UpO Students must be picked up at designated

release areas, not at the classroom.O If you arrive on campus prior to the opening of

the gates, please check in at the office. Volunteers Are Welcome & NeededO Information regarding classroom volunteering

will go home the first week of school.O A PTA volunteer form will also be sent home.O All volunteers working with students must

have a current TB clearance.

AttendanceOPlease attempt to plan all appointments

and trips outside of school time.O If a student is absent, please call the

attendance line (731-4222) or on the day of your student’s return send a note to explain his or/her absence.

Electronic DevicesO Cell phones are the only electronic

device allowed on campus. O All phones must remain off and in

the backpack.O Toys and all other electronic devices

are to remain at home.

Meet your La Paloma Team

Our Friendly Office Personnel

O Mrs. Dawson – School Secretary

O Mrs. Avila – Attendance Clerk

O Mrs. Alexander – School Nurse

Our Support StaffO School counselor O Speech therapistO School

psychologistO School librarian

O Palomar counselors

O 5 Safety monitorsO Intervention

technicians

Closing Thoughts

Important Dates

O August 13 – return 2nd day packet

OAugust 28 – Back To School Night

O Conferences-

Parent HomeworkO2nd day packet… remember to

complete the emergency card with contacts

ODon’t overlook the student insurance.ODevise a transportation plan with

your student.OConsider your parent involvement

options.

Parent PartnershipsO School Site Council

O Parent-Teacher Association (PTA)

O English Learners Advisory Council (ELAC)

O Classroom/School Volunteers

School Motto/Cheer

OL.A.POLa Paloma WolvesOLearning OAchievingOPreparing for the

Future

Thank you for coming!!

Please meet in the quad for a school tour!