- Last Day of SchoolDistrict Announcements
Employees of the Year
Alhambra announced its 2011-12 Employees of the Year. Congratulations to Jeanne O’Callaghan, secretary to the Superintendent and Governing Board, for earning the honor of Classified Employee of the Year. Our Certified Employee of the Year is Gerri Layton, resource teacher from Andalucia Middle School.
 Jeanne O'Callaghan Classified Employee of the Year |
 Gerri Layton Certified Employee of the Year |
Alhambra Sweeps State MESA Competition
Alhambra schools participated in the State MESA Competition on April 21 at Arizona State University. District schools captured 17 top finishes; and two schools earned "overall" awards – Barcelona Middle received a 3rd place overall and Sevilla West placed 5th overall. District awards included:
· 3rd Place Overall, Barcelona Middle
· 5th Place Overall, Sevilla West
· 1st Place, Prosthetic Arm, Barcelona Middle
· 1st Place, Paper Bridge, Sevilla West
· 1st Place, Water Transportation, Simpson
· 2nd Place, Prosthetic Arm, Catalina
· 3rd Place, Prosthetic Arm, Sevilla West
· 4th Place, On-Site Challenge, Barcelona Middle
· 4th Place, Rainwater Harvesting, Sevilla West
· 4th Place, STEM Public Service Announcement, Alhambra Traditional
· 4th Place, Rocket Propelled Egg, Catalina
· 5th Place, On-Site Challenge, Simpson
· 5th Place, Wind Energy, Alhambra Traditional
· 5th Place, Prosthetic Arm, Cordova Middle
· 5th Place, Rainwater Harvesting, Granada East
· 5th Place, Water Transportation, Catalina
· 5th Place, Expedition Earth, Barcelona Middle
· 6th Place, Wind Energy, Barcelona Middle
· 6th Place, STEM Public Service Announcement, Barcelona Middle
Congratulations to all MESA Clubs for their outstanding accomplishments at the statewide competition. This is an unbelievalbe feat for being in the second year of our STEM initiative and offering MESA Clubs.
Congratulations to all MESA Clubs for their outstanding accomplishments at the statewide competition. This is an unbelievalbe feat for being in the second year of our STEM initiative and offering MESA Clubs.
Lunch Price Increase
The Alhambra School District takes great pride in offering affordable and nutritious meals for our students. The 2010 Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act requires school lunch prices increase annually until the price is equal to the price set in federal guidelines, which is currently $2.51. In order to comply with federal guidelines, Alhambra will increase only lunch meal prices by ¢.10. This change only affects students who pay full-price lunches, and will not affect students who qualify for free or reduced-price food services. For more information, download the Lunch Price Increase Letter.
May Employees of the Month
Congratulations to the May Employees of the Month. The Certified Employee of the Month is Eileen Cowan, kindergarten teacher at Westwood Primary School; and the Classified Employee of the Month is Sunda Bonner, clerical assistant in the Federal Projects Department at the District Office.
 Eileen Cowan Westwood Primary School |
 Sunda Bonner
Federal Projects/District Office |
Superintendent Honors March's High Five Students
Superintendent Dr. Karen E. Williams recently honored the Superintendent's High Five Student Recognition winners. Students are nominated on a monthly basis by their school principal; and each month, a committee selects one student from every grade level who is most deserving of this recognition. Students selected as our monthly recipients are honored at an Alhambra District Governing Board meeting. Click on this link for more information on the Superintendent's High Five Recognition Program.
March's High Five Students
 Luis Castañda Kdg., Cordova Primary |
 Juan Castañeda Calderon
Kdg., Cordova Primary |
 Alexander Carballo Aragon1st Grade, Carol G. Peck |
Apil Sanyashi
2nd Grade, Westwood |
Victoria Medina
3rd Grade, Westwood |
 Angelina Orellana 4th Grade, Andalucia Middle |
Chelsea Pena
5th Grade, Cordova Middle |
Luis Guzman
6th Grade, Andalucia Middle |
Karen Figueroa
7th Grade, Montebello |
 Rafael Rios
8th Grade, ATS |
District Revises 2012-2013 Calendar
The district recently revised the 2012-2013 school calendar. The only change includes moving the November 21, 2012, half-day staff development day to November 14. Click on this link to view the entire calendar.
2011 Higher Performing Schools
The National Center for Educational Achievement recently released their annual list recognizing Arizona public schools that are most successful at preparing students for college and careers, and we are extremely proud that seven of Alhambra’s schools, out of 196 schools statewide, made the list. Schools were honored in two categories: Higher Performing Schools and All Subject Higher Performing Schools. Award recipients were honored at a celebration hosted by the Arizona Business & Education Coalition and Arizona State Superintendent of Public Instruction John Huppenthal. Below are the schools that received recognition:
All Subject Higher Performing Schools
Granada Primary School
James W. Rice Primary School
Sevilla Primary School
Westwood Primary School
Higher Performing Schools
Alhambra Traditional School
Carol G. Peck School
Sevilla West School
Rodel Exemplary Teacher
Congratulations to Scott Thompson, Granada East teacher, who was selected as a Rodel Exemplary Teacher. . .one who's making a difference! Check out The Arizona Republic to view the eight honorees.
Superintendent's SMAC-N-Snack
Dr. Williams hosted her inaugural SMAC-N-Snack. Classes with 100% participation in the Superintendent’s Math Achievement Club are entered into a drawing. Two classes per month earn quality time with the superintendent. Students enjoy healthy snacks and play with our newest technology. . .iPods! Students investigate math games, increase their math skills, and have a little fun with the superintendent.
District Administrator Receives International Recognition
Dr. Nan Williams, Director of Technology, was one of 50 people nationwide to receive the 2011 Making IT Happen Award from the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE). Making IT Happen is an internationally recognized awards program for educators and leaders in the field of educational technology integration in K–12 schools. The program identifies and rewards educational technology leaders around the world for their commitment and innovation.Granada East Named A+ School
Granada East School was selected as 1 of 25 A+ schools in the state! The annual award is granted by the Arizona Educational Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to recognizing and rewarding educational excellence.
Alhambra is a top-rated District that has outstanding curricular programs, high student achievement, award winning teachers and programs, lots of opportunities for kids, accredited preschool programs, excellent employee salaries and benefits, and much more. Our employees are committed to making a difference in children's lives and providing unique opportunities for those most in need. We invite you to tour our website to learn more about this star-making district!
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