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Alamo Elementary School

School code number: 413
Grade Level: K-5
Hours: 8:40AM - 2:40PM

250-23rd Avenue, San Francisco, CA, 94121
Neighborhood: Outer Richmond
Phone: (415) 750-8456
Fax: (415) 750-8434
School Loop: aes-sfusd-ca.schoolloop.com
Principal: Herbert S. Packer

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    Alamo Elementary School is truly an extraordinary place of learning. Our talented staff provides each student with a quality education aligned to rigorous standards, high academic and behavioral expectations, equity and a solid foundation in preparation for successful lives as productive citizens. We believe that every child will learn and achieve, regardless of their background. We hold high expectations for all students and differentiate our curriculum according to individual need. We respect our students' different learning styles, and adapt our teaching accordingly. It is our goal to teach and model the values of inclusiveness, acceptance and respect. This allows students to feel safe and secure to take risks. We strive to create independent learners who are self-directed and motivated to be successful. We at Alamo foster a culture of service. Parents and staff work together to provide unique programs for the children, such as participation in the Chinese New Year Parade. Strong parent participation and high expectations of both parents and staff help provide an enriching and engaging environment in which the children thrive. The tradition to uphold excellence is a prevailing driver of the Alamo culture. Through equity, integrity, and vision, Alamo continues to demonstrate its proud tradition of solid results, high achievement, and academic excellence.

    Our arts program is a vital component for creating an equitable environment for all students. Through the arts, students can choose opportunities to discover and develop their unique interests and strengths. The art program at Alamo provides the framework that allows students to grow, thrive, and feel motivated in their learning every day. Some of our enriching art programs include: choral music program, creative movement and dance, Shakespeare drama, ceramics and visual arts.

    This school feeds into middle school

    Presidio

    School Tours

    Tuesdays, November through December at 9:00AM

    Uniforms

    None

    Before School Programs

    8:00AM Alamo Chorus, 8:00AM Before school Russian program

    After School Programs

    2:40PM - 6:00PM: RDASC (Richmond District After School Collaborative)

    A neighborhood program offering: homework help, creative arts and dance, art, science, and educational fieldtrips. Monday through Friday.

    Chinese School at Alamo Incorporated

    Children learn to speak, write, and read Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin). Monday through Friday.

    Russian School

    Children learn to speak, write, and read Russian. Monday through Friday (Before & After school).

    Friendship Chorus

    Led by our music consultant, Kat Sena, who brings music alive to Alamo children. They perform for the Alamo community, as well as hospitals, and community centers to spread the spirit of music. Monday through Thursday.

    After-school Sports Program

    Led by PE teacher, it is a program focused on a variety of athletic activities in a fun, controlled environment with a cardiovascular undertone. Monday through Friday.

    Academic Chess

    A program designed to teach students how to play; an engaging and fun program for children of all ages and skill levels.

    Special Education Programs

    • Designated Instructional Services
    • Inclusion
    • Resource Specialist Program

    Resource Specialist Program, Inclusion K-5, Designated Instructional Services

    Language Programs

    English Plus Pathway

    Student Study Team, variety of academic interventions for at-risk students

    School Day Academic Enrichment

    Junior Great Books, GATE, wide variety of field trips

    Opportunities for Parental Involvement

    At Alamo, Community Partnerships are nurtured. There is a strong symbiotic relationship between the school and community which is very special and unique. Each year, Alamo School logs tens of thousands of volunteer hours. There are countless opportunities for parents to volunteer in classrooms, become involved in numerous schoolwide activities and serve on the School Site Council, English Language Advisory Committee and PTA.