20 2012 Norwalk/La Mirada Unified School District Back-to-School Resource Guide

student has different learning needs, and every child de-

signs an action plan on how they will achieve their goals. Having a positive attitude and a caring learning environment sets the stage for success.

Special points of interest:· Fast ForWord Program· Visual and Performing Arts with 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 classes

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. Join our PTA and help make a difference in our students’ lives.

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Gardenhill Students Rock API 902!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 par-ents! 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. We are still awaiting API re-sults for 2011 - 2012.

Fundraising Dollars at WorkThis summer we were able to purchase several school-wide com-

puter programs (Study Island, Education City, V-Math and more!) and are excited for our students to be able to use them for the upcoming year. We also added fundraising money to School Funds for a part-time Intervention/English Language Learner Aide. Other purchases or supports:

• Character Building Materials for students• Character Building Materials for teachers• Safety Strip Covers for Extension Cords• $800.00 toward Gifted and TalentedThese dollars differ from PTA fundraisers. Gardenhill PTA is in

the process of saving money for a new electronic marquee for the front of the school. 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 technology, staff development, and much more! Thank you so much for keeping our school “in the game.”

Biola Partnership – Gardenhill is a Clinical Model SchoolWe are honored to partner with Biola University Education De-

partment. This year, Professor Gwen Botka will be teaching her “In-troductory to Teaching” course on the Gardenhill campus. Students from Biola will use our classrooms to learn first-hand about the teach-ing profession. Our students and teachers benefit from having extra

adults in the classrooms to assist with small group instruction, one-on-one conferencing with students, grading papers, and many more important duties.

Gardenhill Vision StatementThe Gardenhill Elementary School Community is committed 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 potential

strengths• Developing character• Promoting the ability to think critically• Advancing skills needed in a technological worldAlthough we highly value student achievement, we also value

getting to know our students and families. We look forward to em-barking on another successful year together.

Gardenhill Elementary School14607 Gardenhill Drive, La Mirada, CA 90638(562)-944-6128Principal – Eileen Burkholder

From the Cerritos City Council

Jim EdwardsMayor

Bruce BarrowsMayor Pro Tem

Carol ChenCouncilmember

Joseph Cho, Ph.D.Councilmember

Laura LeeCouncilmember

Best Wishes for a Successful School Year!

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