PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION
Reopening Protocols for K-12 Schools
COVID19_School_Guidance_Checklist (PDF)
Reopening_K12 schools T1 updated 8-11-21 (PDF)
Valinda School of Academics Office Hours
Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Food Bank List: Follow Link Below
https://vsa-hlpusd-ca.schoolloop.com/file/1500178972784/1569050190113/3722724891133690628.pdf
Parent/Guardian Workshop Schedule
2021-2022
Parent/Guardian Mtg. Calendar 21-22 (PDF)
Parent Education Valinda Flyer - English (PDF)
Parent Education Valinda Flyer - Spanish (PDF)
If your child is out, please contact our office: (626) 933-4700 and speak with Mrs. Leizle Guerrero to clear an absence. You may also email her at LGuerrero@hlpusd.k12.ca.us to clear an absence. Thank you!
AERIES Data Confirmation Instructions
Data Confirmation 2021-2022 (PDF)
2021-2022 Kinder Parent/Guardian Letter (English)
2021-2022 Kinder Parent/Guardian Letter (Spanish)
School Resumes 8/4/21
Parent/Guardian Welcome Back Letter 2021-22 (English)
Parent/Guardian Welcome Back Letter 2021-2022 (Spanish)
Student Business Days 2021-22 (English)
Student Business Days 2021-2022 (Spanish)
Parent-Student Handbook
Parent-Student Handbook English 2021-22 (PDF)
Parent-Student Handbook Spanish 2021-22 (PDF)
HLPUSD Enrollment Link: Enroll Your Child
https://www.hlpschools.org/enroll
Kinder Round Up Power Point Presentation 2021 (link)
Del Haven After School Program
-The following link will direct you to the website with the process to enroll your child in the after school program.
https://sites.google.com/hlpusd.k12.ca.us/after-school-program/home
Upcoming Meetings/Information
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School Monthly Calendar 2021-2022
August 2021 Parent-Guardian Calendar (PDF)
First Day of School August 4, 2021
Cafeteria Menu
August 2021 Breakfast and Lunch Menu (PDF)
Noche de Regreso a Escuela
Student Activities
ASB Leaders at work!
Our ASB advisors accompanied by our ASB Student Leadership team traveled to the Annual Care Conference to build capacity on several areas such as: promoting student engagement, collaborative teamwork, and etc. Students were able to incorporate strategies learned within workshops within school site activities.
First Lego League Robotics Team @ State Competition
Congratulations to our FLL Robotics Team for placing 3rd overall at the state competition held at La Canada High School. The team also received the Gracious Professionalism Award as well. Way to go Valiants!
The Mobile Dairy Classroom came to visit Valinda where students received an interactive lesson about different animals. Students had the opportunity to meet Milky Way (the cow) and Freckles (the goat).
Valinda's ES Science Olympiad Team
The Elementary Science Olympiad Team competed in multiple events (i.e. Egg Drop, Paddle Boat) this past Saturday at Occidental College. Both the coaches and team demonstrated great teamwork and dedication. Click here to see a glimpse of the day!
Valinda's MS Science Olympiad Team
The Middle School Team competed in multiple events (i.e. Battery Buggy) at Rio Hondo College on February 23rd. The team showed great determination and resilience. Congrats to both the coaches and team! Click here for a glimpse.
Read Across America- Parent Luncheon
During Read Across America week, our parents had the opportunity to visit Valinda during lunch and read their favorite books with their children. It was so great to see so many of our parents promoting the importance of reading with their son/daughter.
Teacher and Student Recognition @ Board Meeting
Valinda's teacher (Mrs. Imelda Rodriguez) and students (Ronnie Johnson and Rose Danting) were recognized at the Board meeting for their exceptional hard work and diligence. Congratulations to all!
Student LCAP Advisory Group
Valinda's own, Ethan Davila, participated at the District Leadership Team Meeting in which students had the opportunity to provide their feedback in regards to LCAP "needs" for students moving forward within HLPUSD.
First Lego League Robotics Team @ International Competition 2018-2019
Valinda's Robotic Team competed against multiple international schools (i.e. Korea, Japan, India, etc.) @ the Legoland International Robotics Competition. Our Valiants ended up taking home the 2nd place trophy. Congratulations!
Congrats to our Kinder Class for promoting!
DUAL IMMERSION PROGRAM
Make the choice to prepare your student to be a 21st century learner!
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Haga la decisión de preparar a su estudiante a ser un aprendiz del siglo 21!
What is Dual Immersion?/¿Qué es doble inmersión?
Goals of Dual Immersion/Metas del Programa
Research on Dual Immersion/Investigaciones
Below are links to enrichment opportunities in Spanish. English and Math resources can be found on the HLPSchools front page. Spanish resources are online only.
Interactive Websites for Students
https://www.thespanishexperiment.com/
https://www.profedeele.es/actividad/gramatica/genero-masculino-femenino/
https://www.digitaldialects.com/Spanish.htm
Packet/Handouts
We miss you...keep learning!
Stay safe and healthy!
About Us
Valinda School of Academics is a K-8 school within the Hacienda/La Puente Unified School District. At Valinda, our K-8 program supports the academic, social, and emotional development of all students by preparing them to be 21st Century Learners aligned with Common Core, access to technology integration, and providing multiple career pathways. Our students have access and opportunities within multiple programs such as: Dual Immersion, Code to the Future Immersion, Robotics (First Lego League), Journalism, Student Leadership (ASB), Sports, and much more. At Valinda School of Academics, our friendly and dedicated staff and administration are committed to fostering student growth, and ensuring that our students thrive in a safe and nurturing school environment.
