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Merlinda is a 2012 California Distinguished School! WelcomeIt is my privilege to lead the outstanding staff, supportive parents, and motivated students at Merlinda School, the greatest school in West Covina! We are once again focused on making certain every student in successful. The programs and opportunities for student growth are reflected in our continuously increasing API scores. The increase this past year was 45 points. The highest in the district! Our API is 887! We are on the road to 900! Academically, Merlinda School provides innovative programs to meet the needs of all students. Our strong intervention programs in reading and mathematics assist students who need additional support. For students who are working at an accelerated level, we are fortunate to provide enrichment opportunities to enhance their learning. All of our teachers are fully qualified to provide instruction for English Language Learners. At Merlinda we have increased technology resources including Smart Boards, document cameras, and desktop computers in our lab and in each classroom. We have also added Study Island in grades 3-6.Our staff participates in an ongoing program of workshops, seminars, and conferences to keep abreast of current trends in education. The teachers at Merlinda are experienced and fully credentialed.
Our goal is to make certain all students feel valued, safe and part of the school community. We provide a variety of opportunities to form meaningful and responsible relationships, and we strive to provide an environment in which every student succeeds. This year we have implemented Project Wisdom which focuses on positive relationships and building core values. Throughout the school year, your children’s teachers and I will stay in touch with you regarding your children’s progress and school activities. You may contact us via this website, your children’s teachers, or the school office.
Parents are our partners in the important job of educating the children of this community, and we encourage you to visit the school and become involved at Merlinda. I hope you will take an active role in your children's education through PTA, School Site Council and English Learners Advisory Council. Get involved as they complete their homework or seek your help on special projects. Encourage them to read for pleasure every night and participate in the Accelerated Reader program. Your children will demonstrate greater confidence as you continue to show interest in their academic and social experiences. We believe Merlinda is one of the best schools in the West Covina Unified School District, and we are looking forward to sharing an educational and successful year with you and your child.
Together we will make a difference for the students at Merlinda School. Sincerely, Mrs. Teresa Marquez/Principal
NewsCBEE names 5 West Covina Schools to its 2011 Honor Roll
The California Business for Education Excellence (CBEE) released on May its 2011 Honor Roll. It is a list that continues to grow thanks to the hard work and effective practices of thousands of excellent principals, teachers and support perso...
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Parents- We'd like to hear from you
As the 2011-2012 school year comes to an end, we would like to thank you for your continued support of our schools, staff and students. In an effort to maintain our partnership and increase parent involvement, we have created a parent survey...
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Google Drive is coming to Google Apps at WCUSD
Over the next several weeks, Google will be releasing its newest member of the Google Apps suite. 'Google Drive' is a service where users can keep everything and share anything. Google Drive replaces and enhances what we know today as Goog...
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West Covina Summer ProgramsLink to Summer Programs in West Covinahttp://www.westcovina.org/civica/filebank/blobdload.asp?BlobID=11361 CST/CMAGo Green, Go Proficient/Advanced! Home of the Mustangs
CST Testing InformationOn Monday, April 23, 2012, Merlinda hosted a parent workshop/meet the PTA Board meeting. Our PTA hosted an ice cream social to introduce the PTA Board for the 2012-13 school year. Mrs. Perriman also presented the parents with information on CST Testing which will begin next week (some CMA testing began this week). The information covered a description of the tests involved with the state testing (STAR) as well as scaled score information and what each proficiency band represented. The last part of the meeting was our end of the year parent meeting where we asked for parent input on programs, parent workshops, and times and dates that were best for parents to attend meetings. Parents were invited to fill out a paper with this information and turn it in at the end of the meeting. If you did not get a chance to turn in your paper, please turn it in to the office. Also, if you were unable to attend the meeting and would like to give input, there are extra papers in the office. I have also attached a copy for download along with the other paperwork given out at the meeting. If you have any questions, please contact me at ext. 3042. CST/CMA Scaled Score Information How Can I Help My Child with Testing Ayudar sus Hijos con los Examenes
Cathy Perriman/ISS Go Green, Go Proficient/AdvancedWe will be having a CST Kick Off Assembly on Monday, April 30, 2012 to motivate students for the upcoming CST Test. We are encouraging students to wear green on that day! We are also encouraging students to wear green on the following Fridays: April 27, 2012 May 4, 2012 May 11, 2012 Our motto for CST Testing is Go Green, Go Proficient/Advanced! Wear green to help motivate yourself and others to shoot for proficient or advanced on the CST Test. Congratulations to Our 2012-13 Classified Employee of the YearOdella Marquez- Office Manager YearbooksJust a reminder that yearbooks are on sale at this time for $15 each (cash only please). The price of yearbooks will go up to $20 beginning April 30, 2012. All students enrolled in the school before April 2, 2012 will be included in the yearbook. AR GoalsJust a reminder for you to work with your child to reach his/her AR Reading Goals for the year. Those students in Grades 1-6 who make the AR Reading Goal for their grade level will be going on a trip at the end of the school year. If you are not sure of the goal, download the flyer here . Remember, that studies show that the more a person reads, the better they do in all academic areas. Help your child be successful......READ, READ, READ! We Are Here!Just a friendly reminder that it is extremely important for students to come to school on time everyday. Attendance is their "ticket to success". Please keep in mind that when students are late to class it is not only disruptive to that student's education, but also to all of the other students in that class who have to wait while the teacher directs the late student and brings him/her up to speed on what the rest of the class is doing. Our "We Are Here!" award program encourages our students to come to school on time every day. Classes work towards awards by spelling out "We Are Here!" by having 100% of the students on time and at school. Grades K-3: 7 days of perfect attendance Grades 4-6: 4 days of perfect attendance (there is a difference because 4th-6th grades has 32 students who need 100% attendance and grades K-3 have 20 students who need 100% attendance). We Are Here! #1: Bonacio #2: Kuhn, Zagurski, San Miguel, Hy, Monges, Mathews #3: Hamner, Roesler #4: Zelaya, Herman, D. Chavez, #5: Geer, Rivera #6: Lopez, Burton, T. Chavez #7: Gonzalez, Long, Pena, Moke, Price, Addie #8: Pinon, #11: McCann #13: Tat-Chung T-dap InformationPlease follow this link for information for students entering 7th grade: Tdap School Requirements |
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Contact UsOur school staff is committed to serving the community and welcomes any questions and comments. We would love to hear from you. Principal: Teresa Marquez Office Hours: 7:15 AM - 4:00 PM School Hours: Kindergarten 7:45am-1:43pm (Wednesdays 7:45am-12:48pm) 1st Grade-6th Grade 7:45am-1:53pm (Wednesdays 7:45am-12:58pm) Telephone: (626) 931-1720 |
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© 2011-2012 Merlinda Elementary School
1120 S. Valinda Avenue,
West Covina,
CA 91790
(626) 931-1720 Phone | (626) 931-1726 Fax |
1717 W. Merced Avenue,
West Covina,
CA 91790
(626) 939-4600 Phone | (626) 939-4701 Fax |
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