About Alexandria Ave. Elementary
School Programs:
Dual-LanguageThese programs are committed to empowering students to be biliterate and bicultural. Spanish Dual Language program is available for grades K - 5th.
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Transitional Kindergarten (TK) & Expanded TK
Transitional Kindergarten, or TK, is year one of a two year Kindergarten program. TK provides an early childhood education program that builds a bridge between preschool years and traditional Kindergarten. With increasing academic demands and structure in Kindergarten, some parents are aware that their child may not be ready for the traditional Kindergarten program. In addition, beginning in the 2015-2016 school year, a Transitional Kindergarten Expansion Program (TK-Ex) for younger children will be offered at selected schools.
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Ready, Set, Go!
Engaging children from 6:40 a.m. to 8:10 a.m., "Ready-Set-Go" is the Los Angeles Unified School District's Before School Academic and Enrichment Program. Funded through a California State Grant, the Before and After School Education and Safety Program, and the 21st Century Community Learning Centers federal grant."Ready-Set-Go!" endeavors to provide a safe environment, ensure children are ready for the school day, engage them in meaningful and fun learning activities, provide breakfast and involve them in some light recreational games and activities, all at no cost to families.
Youth Services
The Beyond the Bell (BTB) Branch Youth Services is an after school program, free-of-charge for children grades 2-5. Trained supervisors conduct the program each day after school. The program operates after school to 5:30 p.m. to better meet the recreational and supervision needs of children.
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offers students and teachers fun and rigorous lessons and creative projects. Students learn foundational Computer Science concepts while developing computational thinking skills and a love of problem-solving.
MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Dear Alexandria Ave Elementary Families,
We are thrilled to welcome you to another exciting year at Alexandria Ave Elementary, home of the pumas. Our school community is deeply committed to the academic, social, and emotional growth of each student. Over the past two years, we have seen sustained improvements in our academic performance, a testament to our dedication to providing high-quality education and support. Our staff is passionate about fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment where every student can thrive. At Alexandria Ave Elementary, we take pride in offering a wide range of programs to meet the diverse needs of our students. Our dual language Spanish program is designed to promote bilingualism and biliteracy, giving students a competitive edge in our increasingly global society. In addition, our coding classes introduce students to the world of technology and innovation, preparing them for the future. Our comprehensive afterschool and intervention programs ensure that students receive the extra support they need to succeed academically and personally. Our school is a place of choice because of our welcoming staff and our commitment to supporting each student's unique needs. We believe in building strong partnerships with families and the community to create a vibrant, supportive, and enriching educational experience. We look forward to working together to make this school year successful and memorable for all. Welcome to Alexandria Ave Elementary – where every puma is encouraged to reach their full potential!
Luis Gadea,
Principal