Upcoming State Testing
All Hacienda La Puente Unified School District students should use a district-issued laptop when taking the upcoming California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) and the English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC). Your child's school site will reach out to you with the device pick-up schedule and instructions.
For instructions on how to download a secured testing browser on a personal device (Mac/Windows), how to access your student's Statewide Student Identifier (SSID) that will be needed prior to the start of testing, and additional testing resources, please click the button below.
Testing Resources - Click Here!
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
Here is a link 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
Upcoming Meetings/Information
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School Monthly Calendar 2020-2021
SSC Meeting#3
January 18th at 3 pm
Join Zoom Meeting
https://hlpusd-k12-ca.zoom.us/j/99171648397?pwd=QmI0NElXNzAxVDBVOTFCSHh6aW1PUT09
Meeting ID: 991 7164 8397
Passcode: 758526
Dual Immersion Family Night
Join Zoom Meeting
https://hlpusd-k12-ca.zoom.us/j/97477079785?pwd=MzYyOHRYbFNUWUY0dzFieE91emYvZz09
Please upload your pictures by Feb 26, we have given an extension
https://images.jostens.com/415467903
Kindergarten Round Up Registration
HLPUSD Enrollment Link: Enroll Your Child
https://www.hlpschools.org/enroll
Kinder Round Up Power Point Presentation 2021 (link)
2021-2022 Calendar Middle School Registration Process
Registration Packet under Updates/Flyers
California Healthy Kids Survey: Google Forms
This is only for 5th, 6th, and 7th grade families.
Esto es solo para familias de grados 5, 6, y 7.
5th Grade/Grado
English: https://forms.gle/o4siqBrhP7tf5Lys7
Español: https://forms.gle/9F5ZnyLsTbUSeCZa7
6th Grade/Grado
English: https://forms.gle/uBrH315V811p1wEu5
Español: https://forms.gle/4L7acdURCm3Nqvxo6
7th Grade/Grado
English: https://forms.gle/8srtF1E6RhsMiqD26
Español: https://forms.gle/5s4qVewP4ue7kCkLA
After School Program Updates
*Friday Virtual Fieldtrips (February-May)
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!
Parent/Guardian Information
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 Workshop Schedule 2020-2021
If your child is out, please contact our office: (626) 933-4700 and speak with Mrs. Arguello to clear an absence. You may also email her at sarguello@hlpusd.k12.ca.us to clear an absence. Thank you!
Distance Learning Schedules 2020-2021
Join Meeting in Spanish
2019 Kindergarten Parent Letter (English)
2019 Kindergarten Parent Letter (Spanish)
School Resumes 8/5/20
Parent Welcome Back Letter (English)
Parent Welcome Back Letter (Spanish)
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.
