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Letter to My Middle School Self
The Slice – May 2013: In Our High Schools | In Our Middle Schools | In Our Elementary Schools According to six students from the three PAUSD middle schools, the two greatest transitions in their school careers were the fearsome leap from elementary to middle school, and the “Game Changer” – the transition from 6th…
Read MoreLetter to My Kindergarten Self
The Slice – May 2013: In Our High Schools | In Our Middle Schools | In Our Elementary Schools What do “older” elementary school students think kindergartners fear the most about starting elementary school? Seven students who are now “upperclassmen” in Palo Alto elementary schools – in third grade or beyond – chat with a…
Read MoreMiddle School Students “In the Middle”
The Slice – March 2013: In Our High Schools | In Our Middle Schools | In Our Elementary Schools How do the Palo Alto Unified School District (PAUSD) counselors track the progress of every middle school student? What if kids have never, in their three years of middle school, made an appointment to see a…
Read MoreStrategies for Students “In the Middle”
The Slice – March 2013: In Our High Schools | In Our Middle Schools | In Our Elementary Schools Is a “C” in high school a good grade? The principals at both Palo Alto high schools say yes because it is a “passing” grade. Some Palo Alto parents of C students would disagree. Fortunately, in…
Read MoreCapturing the Imagination of K-5 Learners
The Slice – March 2013: In Our High Schools | In Our Middle Schools | In Our Elementary Schools When you think back to your elementary school years, chances are it is people who spring to mind. Every child remembers a handful of teachers that inspire a love of learning or uncover a new passion.…
Read MorePalo Altans Donate $4.9 Million to Public Schools Through Palo Alto Partners in Education Foundation
More Than 4,600 Donors Unite To Preserve School Funding and Staffing (February 27, 2013) PALO ALTO, CA – Palo Alto Partners in Education (PiE) foundation announced it has presented a $4.9 million check – its largest ever – [pullquote align=”right”]Download a PDF version of this press release.[/pullquote]to the Palo Alto Unified School District (PAUSD). More…
Read MoreSan Jose Mercury News: Partners in Education Presents $4.9 Million Check to School Board Trustees
The San Jose Mercury News wrote about the $4.9 million gift and dedicated support for Palo Alto schools from Palo Alto Partners in Education. Read the full article.
Read MorePalo Alto Online: Foundation Gives Its Largest-Ever Gift to Schools
The Palo Alto Online wrote about the $4.9 million gift from Palo Alto Partners in Education, which represents 4,600 donations. Read the full article.
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