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Office Staff

When you enter the administration office, you are greeted by Mrs. Wallace, Mrs. Bramini, and Mrs. Feaser, our secretaries who have as their primary concern the well-being of all our students, parents, teachers and administrators. Glendale American School has an automated telephone system to better assist your needs. You will have several options to choose from in order to expedite your call effectively. Listed below are the main school extensions.  Dial (623) 842-8280 to reach the school. Press the 2 key to report any/all absences Press the 3 key to speak with the Nurse. Press the 4 key to hear our upcoming events on our New "American School Event Line!" If you still are unable to locate the person you wish to speak with, you may press 0 (Zero) to be connected to the office. Staff Extension Directory

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School Information

We have approximately 1000 students at American School in Kindergarten - 8th grade. Monday - Thursday The school day begins at 8:15 A.M. for all K - 8th grade students. The K - 8th grade students' school day ends at 3:15 P.M. Friday (Early Release Day) The school day begins at 8:15 A.M. for all K - 8th grade students. The K - 8th grade students' school day ends at 1:15 P.M. If you are new to American School you will need the following documents to enroll your child: Birth Certificate Immunization Records Proof of Residence (example: City of Glendale bill) When taking a child out of school you must sign him/her out in the front office. You will be asked to show your I.D. This is for your child's protection. If your child will be absent, please call the school at 623-842-8280 and listen to the main menu for the attendance line extension. Children may not be on campus before 7:45 A.M.

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Electronic Information & Internet
Acceptable Use Policy

Glendale Elementary School District is very pleased to offer your child access to the following forms of Electronic Information Resources:

• CD-ROMs
• Videodiscs
• Multimedia Software
• Videocassettes
• On-line services to access the Internet

These resources are similar to books, magazines, and videos in that they give a broad range of opinions and ideas. Keep in mind that the Internet is a fluid environment where the available information is constantly changing. Users may discover controversial or potentially offensive materials. We firmly believe that the benefits of the Internet, to provide information resources and opportunities for collaboration, far exceed any disadvantages. Every effort will be made to insure that electronic information resources are used only in support of education and research and in accordance with the educational objectives of the Glendale Elementary School District. Ultimately, parents and guardians of minors are responsible for setting the standards that their children should follow when using media and information sources. Therefore, G.E.S.D. supports and respects each family's right to decide whether or not to apply for access.

To gain access to the Internet, each student must obtain parental permission and must sign and return the Internet Permission Form to his/her classroom teacher.

User Rules for District Internet

• Students are to follow the same behavior rules as outlined in the school handbook
• Users should not expect that files stored on district servers will always be private
• Within reason, freedom of speech and access to information will be honored.
• Students may not violate copyright laws
• Students may not use another's password
• Students may not trespass in another's folders, work or files
• Students may not intentionally waste limited resources
• Students may not use the network for commercial purposes

Violations may result in a loss or suspension of access

Promoting educational potential is our goal in providing services for gifted students. Qualifying students in grades K-8 are provided learning activities designed for gifted children.  GESD's curriculum is structured so that all students, including the academically gifted, can expand upon regular classroom assignments to the fullest extent of their abilities, emphasizing higher level thinking processes and "choices."  For information on GESD's gifted services, please call (623)842-8148 or talk with your school's principal.

All seventeen schools qualify for Title I federal funds which are used to supplement instructional efforts in language arts and math. Services vary from school to school. Some schools use process-oriented technology centers to help students with the writing process; others have teams of teachers working together to help students; and others provide after-school ser-vices to students who may need extra assistance. For further information, please call your school or the Federal Programs office at (623) 842-8103.

The magnet school program is open to any child in the district, subject to space availability. It was implemented in 1984 as part of the district's desegregation plan and commitment to school choice.  The district has two magnet schools. Isaac E. Imes Magnet School stresses the communications arts. Students are expected to become fluent in both English and Spanish, to identify selections of literature and explain the purpose of those selections, to use computers for programming and word processing, to demonstrate knowledge and applications of math and science, and to participate in music, art, and drama activities.  Harold W. Smith Magnet School focuses heavily on math and science, in response to the community's--and the nation's--interest in stressing those subject areas. The school emphasizes hands-on applications of math and the sciences, and includes an on-site science lab, stellarium, habitat, technology room, and more. The accelerated schools model is followed in implementing these services.  Regardless of curricular focus, magnet schools cover all required subject areas. Please contact the schools directly for more information or application materials.

Preschool programs are offered for children, ages three through five at several GESD schools. The programs center on child development, recognizing that preschool children have unique educational needs. Warm, caring personnel, with specialized training in working with young children, staff the district preschools. Preschool services are offered through Community Education.  The program is DES approved and accredited by the National Association of Early Childhood Education. This is a tuition-based program. Preschool services are also offered through the Community Partnership Program funded by the state. The child must be four years old before September 1 and the family must meet specific income guidelines to attend.  Children who demonstrate development delays, speech/language delays or who have vision or hearing impairments may receive preschool services through the Panda Preschool Program. The placement and the environment will be adapted to the child's special needs. Children are eligible for consideration of service upon reaching their third birthday.  Migrant Preschool Services are available for children who qualify for the migrant program.  This is a bilingual program and offers many family services. Head Start provides a multicultural, bilingual educational program for families who have three-and four-year-old children. The family must meet specific income guidelines. Services are provided in the home, as well as in the classroom.  For additional information on these programs, please call: Facilitator for District Preschools (623-842-8168); Migrant services (623-842-8171); CSS/CNA Westside Head Start (623-486-9868).

For the convenience of families, many of the GESD schools offer Extended Day programs that provide before- and after-school care for students. Children participate in a variety of educational, recreational, and social activities under adult supervision. Costs are reasonable, and low-income families in need of financial assistance may qualify for DES subsidies.  For more information, call (623) 842-8144.

GESD offers a summer school which focuses on enrichment and/or remediation in the areas of language arts, math, science, fine arts, and computers. Information is sent to parents in the spring. Classes are low cost. For information, call your school.

The Migrant Child Education Program is a federally funded supplemental program which is designed to serve the special educational needs of children of migratory agricultural workers by providing educational, health and social services. The program offers a variety of activities for students and parents such as preschool, medical/dental screenings, after school tutoring, family literacy programs, parenting classes, technology instruction, ESL classes for parents, summer school and parent involvement opportunities. If you are, or know of a migrant family, please call (623) 842-8171.

If you suspect your child (including preschooler) has a physical, mental, or emotional disability, please confer with your local school principal or the Special Services Department to discuss your concerns. Each school has a special services team to address student needs, develop interventions, and engage in pre-referral, evaluation and case management activities.  Special education programs available include self-contained classrooms, cross-categorical resources, and supportive services in the regular classroom. As much as possible, special needs students are educated at their neighborhood schools within regular classrooms.  Severely disabled students are served in a specially equipped district program located at Horizon School. The district also offers services to students attending private or parochial schools within the district. For information, please call Special Services at (623) 842-8148.