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August 11, 2016
‘Student CJUSD focused on technology, success innovation, collaboration for 2016-17 dependent on parent involvement’
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By Anthony Victoria
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olton Joint Unified School District’s Alejandra De La Torre believes in the importance of involving parents in the student learning process.
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Superintendent Jerry Almendarez (center) with students and staff.
change,” Almendarez said. “As far as curriculum is concerned, olton Joint Unified we will be building on what School District’s priori- we’ve done in the last two years.” ties will continue to focus on literacy, science, tech- The Superintendent said instrucnology, innovation, and collabo- tional technology has paved the ration, according to way for the district to become, Century ready.” Superintendent Jerry “21st Almendarez believes items and Almendarez. software, such as iPad’s, laptops, Google, and Microsoft applica“Our focus is not going to By Anthony Victoria
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tions will help students personalize their learning by allowing them to conduct their own research and findings.
“Teaching today is so much different than it was five years ago. Kids and teachers facilitate the knowledge together. We’re hoping that we’re able to take more CJUSD cont. on next page
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“We engage families by providing them with interactive opportunities to learn practical ways in which they can support learning at home,” she said. “Additionally, our parent committees and organizations at site and district levels provide a safe platform to allow for parentschool collaboration.”
Parents are also informed about district events and information through technology, according to De La Torre.
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De La Torre explained the district has taken innovative strategies to include parents in the education process.
Among the groups De La Torre works with is the District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC). During their monthly meetings, DELAC discusses issues such as Positive Behavioral Intervention Support (PBIS), College and Career readiness, and Financial Aid information for college.
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As the district’s new Family Involvement Program Manager, De La Torre said her purpose is to improve learning environments for both parents and students. “I fully understand how instrumental parents are in equipping their children with the necessary traits to bloom,” De La Torre expressed in written statement.
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Colton Middle School students being dismissed during their first day of school on August 5.
“Our student portal, Zangle Student Connect offers parents and secondary students relevant information regarding student performance,” she said. “The information is at their fingertips and it can be utilized constructively to motivate students to DELAC cont. on next page