Coronado K-6 School - Higley Unified School District

Coronado K-6 School
An “A” Rated School | World Class
Coronado’s focus is the Global Leadership
Academy preparing students to be successful
leaders in a global society to
Connect to the World, Engage for the Future
and Inspire Greatness!
Welcome
A Message From Our Principal
Welcome to Coronado’s Global Leadership Academy, the home
of the Coyotes! We take pride in the PACK, our “A” rated,
Excelling legacy, our exceptional and highly qualified teachers
and staff, our involved parents, and our hardworking and
focused students.
“Coronado teachers put their
heart into their work.”
Maura Landers-Mann,
Teacher, Grade 5
Our mission is to prepare students to be successful leaders in
a global society. Coyotes will be challenged with the 4 C’s of
the 21st Century, learning to be critical thinkers, collaborators,
communicators and creators of the future. In addition to a world class curriculum,
extracurricular activities and programs, we assure the unique interests and needs of each
child are met.
Students build their leadership skills by starting with good decision-making for
themselves, their families, friends and world. Coyotes learn to take leadership in their own
lives by setting goals, working collaboratively and through service learning. Engagement in
community service projects teaches compassion for others. We challenge our students to
solve important problems in school-wide themes like “Feast or Famine,” to explore world
hunger or the impact of clean water on our world. Coyotes make a difference.
Our connections to schools around the world prepare our students to work in a global,
technologically advanced society. We utilize technology supports such as Accelerated
Reader to encourage independent reading, computer programs to accelerate learning
in a self-paced learning format. Our world class events and activities include: The
Chinese Culture Club, Young Astronauts, Lego Robotics, Athletes in Training, Turkey Trot,
Recognition Ceremonies, Geography Bee, Future Cities and the Spring Musical.
We are driven to excellence and our commitment to create an engaging, high achievement,
learning environment for all our students. Join us as we prepare Coyotes to be successful
leaders in a global society!
Dr. Mai-Lon Wong
Principal of Coronado
480-279-6900 | www.husd.org/coronado
Performance
Coronado is an “A” Rated School as defined by the Arizona Department of
Education. Coronado has a strong history of academic achievement consistently
out performing the County and State.
Spring 2013 Grade 3 & 5 AIMS % Passing
100
80
% Passing
60
40
20
0
Math
Reading
Math
Grade 3
Reading
Grade 5
State
68
75
63
79
County
70
77
65
80
Coronado
82
93
81
95
“Coronado Elementary is a
school that provides a positive
and educational experience
second to none. The teachers
are amazing and the learning
environment is conducive for
success and challenges each
student, while also engaging
them to be better citizens in
our community.”
Gina Galvez,
Parent Grades 2, 3 and 6
Mandarin Connections Language and Culture Program
Learning a world language and developing cultural sophistication is one of Coronado’s
unique features as a World Class school. Families may choose to enroll their child in our
premier Mandarin Choice program utilizing the most effective dual language immersion
format.
All students enjoy the infusion of the Chinese culture into the standard social studies
curriculum presented by guest teachers from China.
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Top Ten Reasons To Be A Coronado Coyote
World Class Curriculum that is Relevant and Rigorous
Belief in Student Leadership
A Friendly, Warm, Engaging Learning Environment
Strong, Positive Parent and Community Support
Caring Teachers who are Highly Trained in 21st Century Skills for
High Student Success
Awesome Support Staff Focused on Student Character and Growth
Excellent Extracurricular Programs
Enriched Academic Achievement
“A” Rated School for Learning and Achievement and AdvancED
Accredited International School
Mandarin Culture and Language Immersion Program
Every child counts at Coronado!
Coronado Elementary School
World Class
4333 South De Anza Boulevard
Gilbert, AZ 85297
480-279-6900
www.husd.org/coronado
Mandarin Connections at Coronado School
Coronado Elementary School is the first in Higley Unified School District
to offer Mandarin as a world language to elementary students. There are
two models for learning open to our students. An after-school club is
available for students to learn about the culture, language and customs of
the Mandarin speaking countries such as: China, Taiwan, and Singapore.
Games, exercises, art, music and projects will introduce students to the
Asian countries in our Chinese Culture Club. During the school day, our
Intern Teacher from China will reinforce parallel concepts in Chinese and
English for social studies. A world of possibilities will be opened as they
see that countries are more alike than different.
We are also excited to offer the most effective way to master a second
language for children called the Mandarin Choice Program for an immersion
style learning environment. This spring, kindergarten and first grade
parents can apply for the Mandarin Dual Language Program to start in
the 2014 - 2015 school year. Past experience has shown that students
who study in this format generally compete as well or better than average
in achievement and develop superior language skills in both English and
Mandarin. Two teachers are assigned to the class, one is a native English
speaker and one is a native Mandarin speaker. This assures that students
have excellent role models as they develop the languages. Math and
science are taught mainly in Mandarin and language arts and social studies
are taught primarily in English. This model has been extremely successful
across numerous states including Utah, Oregon, and Minnesota.
Coronado students will have a chance to expand their skills for the 21st
century through the Mandarin Connections Project. The standard social
studies curriculum will be infused with a global perspective with guest
teachers from China for all grades kindergarten through sixth. The Chinese
Culture Club is available for students after school. The Mandarin Choice
program is a dual language approach in a partial immersion model. If you
are interested in applying for openings for the most effective method to
teach a second language in elementary school, contact the office for an
application packet.
For more information, contact Coronado Elementary School
Mandarin Connections Assistant, Mrs. Ting Sun
480-279-6936
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February 18, 2014 - Chinese New Year Celebration
The Year of the Horse: Learn about Chinese Tai Chi,
Tangrams, Paper Cutting, the Dragon Dance and more at
the Coronado Chinese New Year Celebration!
“Young children have great
ability to learn additional
languages. The benefit
of learning additional
languages is powerful. It
enhances their learning in
other academic areas and
better prepares them for
our global society.”
Dr. Mai-Lon Wong
Principal
Coronado School’s Mandarin Choice Program
Chinese Culture Club at
Coronado School
A fun and effective way to learn
about Asia!
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The club meets on Tuesdays:
January 14 & 18, 2014
Learn More
Please join us for the
following informational meetings:
January 16 @ 8:30 am and 5:30 pm
Sossaman Library
February 11 @ 5:30 pm
Coronado Library
February 27 @ 8:30 am and 5:30 pm
Cooley Library
Coronado’s Mandarin Choice Program is enrolling kindergarten and
first grade students now for the 2014-2015 School Year based on class
availability. Mandarin Choice is a partial immersion program designed
to teach a world language when students’ learning effectiveness is at its
highest; in the primary grades. Students are placed in a 50/50 model of
instruction with a Mandarin and English teaching team. Half the day is
immersed in Mandarin for math and science and the other half is reading,
writing and social studies taught in English. Students have the potential to
master two languages with superior ability. We call this a “Kindergarten to
College” progression, opening a world of possibilities to our students.
What are the proven benefits of acquiring second language skills?
• High proficiency in the immersion language
• Performance on English standardized tests meets or exceeds nonimmerison students
• Promotes greater cognitive flexibility, increased attention control,
better memory, and superior problem solving skills
• Enhanced understanding of primary language
• Increased cultural sensitivity
• Better prepared for the future in a global society
Why learn the Chinese language?
Chinese is the most widely spoken first language in the world. The
Mandarin dialect is the official language of the People’s Republic of China
and Taiwan. It is understood in Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore,
Brunei, the Philippines, and Mongolia. Children can also move on to master
additional languages.
Why an immersion program?
Research indicates immersion programs better help students attain high
levels of second language proficiency. Children thrive in this type of
learning environment and love learning new languages.
Enrollment will be offered on a “first come, first served”
basis along with gender balancing.
For more information:
Mandarin Connections Assistant, Mrs. Ting Sun
480-279-6936