General Information
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School wide Learning Expectations
A St. Teresa of Avila School student strives to be ...
A Committed, Active Catholic who ...
- internalizes Catholic values and moral understanding by practicing the virtues of forgiveness , honesty, social justice, tolerance, compassion, and respect for life and all God's creations.
- has a clear understanding of their faith by learning the doctrines and traditions of the Catholic Church and the message of the Scriptures.
- has developed a personal habit of prayer, regular Mass attendance, reception of the Sacraments of Eucharist and Reconciliation.
- actively volunteers and willingly shares their time, talents and treasure with others.
An Active, Lifelong Leaner who...
- has developed proficiencies in all basic subjects and demonstrates achievement and consistency in effective communication, critical thinking and independant problem solving.
- uses effective organizational and study skills which enables them to follow directions, demonstrate resonsibility and accomplish goals.
- has a continuing curiosity for learning, solves problems resourcefully and accepts constructive criticism for the benefit of her/him self and others.
- utilizes available resources effectively, including modern technology.
- is able to apply their learned knowledge and skills to their own life situations.
A Universally Aware Citizen who ...
- appreciates their own cultural heritage as well as the richness of the diverse cultures of all people in our world
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- has learned the importance and impact of current local, national and world events and the people who shape these events.
- accepts their moral responsibility to participate in the democratic process
- participates actively in student government
- appreciates the need and accepts the responsibility to protect our earth's environment.
- has a healthy respect for authority and understands the need to obey rules.
A Confident Communicator who ...
- articulates ideas clearly, creatively and effectively through speaking and writing and is capable of utilizing current technologies.
- speaks with confidence and poise and is able to apply etiquette in working with others, both publicly and privately.
- is able to listen actively and respect others' views and opinions.
A Well-Rounded Person who ...
- is able to demonstrate strong self-discipline and takes responsibility for their actions.
- is willing to ask for assistance or instruction when needed and always tries to work out problems, whether behavior or academic.
- is able to work independently as well as interdependently in order to accomplish common goals
- takes responsiility for projects through cooperative interaction, initiating, planning and executing them fully.
- is confident in their personal abilities, whether it be academic, music, dance, art or physical fitness
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Curriculum
St. Teresa of Avila School offers an academic curriculum which includes Religion, Family Life, Mathematics, Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, Health, Music, Art and Physical Education. This curriculum follows the guidelines established by the Department of Catholic Schools for grades K-8.
Students in grades K, 1 and 2 participate in the WRITING TO READ computer program. The WRITE CONNECTION program carries through on the WTR principles for gades 3-8.
Our emphasis is on academic excellence, while encouraging the children to reach their full potential.
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Parish-School Community
As a mulit-cultural, multi-lingual parish and school, we recognize our duty to respect and involve all members of our diverse community, in the philosophy, the curriculum and the overall activities of the school
Our school families include Catholics from both in the Parish and outside of the Parish. We also have some non-Catholic families who value a Christian education and wish to be part of our School's community.
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Staff
St. Teresa of Avila School is under the Administration of a catholic lay principal. Our staff members are experienced, qualified Religious, Catholic Christian lay teachers and aides.
Our Pastor, Associate Pastor, Parish Sister, Parish Deacon and Parish Ministers participate in school activities throughout the school year.
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Accreditation and Certificaation
St. Teresa of Avila School is Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and Certified by Western Catholic Education Association (WCEA).
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Registration and Entrance Requirements
Applications for registration are accepted during the months of JANUARY and FEBRUARY of each year.
When appliying for any grade, parents are required to bring the following for each child -
- Birth certificate,
- Baptismal certificate,
- First Communion certificate,
- Most recent report card,
- Records of each child's current immunization.
Readiness testing is done for all students entering our school, grades K through 8. Test dates are available at the time you complete your application appointment for registration.
Priority for acceptance, when space is available:
- Current school families;
- Catholics registered in our Parish;
- Catholics not registered in our Parish;
- Non-Catholics
A Tuition and Fees Agreement details the yearly charges for each of the categories listed. A copy is available in the school office. Financial aid is available for qualifying families.
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School Hours
Gades 1-8 = Monday-Wednesday-Thursday-Friday
- 8:00 AM
- - First Bell and Assembly
- 8:15 AM
- - Classes Begin
- 12:15 PM
- - Lunch
- 1:00 PM
- - Classes Resume
- 3:00 PM
- - Dismissal Bell
Kindergarten = Monday-Wednesday-Thursday-Friday
- 8:00 AM
- - First Bell and Assembly
- 8:25 AM
- - Classes Begin
- 12:15 PM
- - Lunch
- 1:00 PM
- - Classes Resume
- 2:30 PM
- - Dismissal Bell
Kindergarten & Gades 1-8 = Tuesday
- 12:30 AM
- - Dismissal Bell
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After-School Extended Day Program
An extended day program is available for students of working parents. Children are supervised from dismissal time until as late as 6:00 PM, when they would be picked up by parents or a designated adult.
Students in the program would be occupied in supervised homework-study time, supervised play, arts and crafts and other appropriate activities.
There is a spearate monthly fee per child or per family for this program. An additional charge is assessed per child for a late pick-up, after 6:00PM.
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Open House
St. Teresa of Avila School welcomes all prospective parents and students to visit our campus and classrooms during our annual Catholic Schools Week Open House, celebrated on the last week of January.
Two days are available to visit: the last Sunday of January = 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM and the last Wednesday of January = 9:00 AM - 12:15 PM
After January, individual visits are welcome with an appointment. Call the school office for assistance.
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School Non-Discrimination Policy
St. Teresa of Avila Elementary School, mindful of its mission to be witness to the love of Christ for all, admits students of any race, color and national and/or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at this school.
St. Teresa of Avila Elementary School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color and national and /or ethnic origin in administration of educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs and athletic and other school-administered programs.
Likewise, St. Teresa of Avila Elementary School does not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of sex, age, handicap, race, color and national and/or ethnic origin.
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Grievance and Arbitration Procedures
This elementary school adheres to the grievance and arbitration procedures of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles.
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