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Harte, Bret

School code number: 453
Grade Level: K-5
Hours: 8:25AM - 2:40PM

1035 Gilman Avenue, San Francisco, CA, 94124
Neighborhood: Bayview
Phone: (415) 330-1520
Fax: (415) 330-1555
School Loop: bhes-sfusd-ca.schoolloop.com
Principal: Michael Bachicha

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    At Bret Harte, our mission is to provide high quality instructional programs within a safe learning environment that maximizes individual talents and strengths, celebrates diversity, and prepares students to be productive citizens. As part of our commitment to access and equity, all students have access to instructional programs, materials, and resources that are aligned with California content standards. Every grade, from kindergarten through 5th, includes projects, cross-curricular activities, arts education, field trips, and interaction across grade levels. At Bret Harte School, children are surrounded by caring adults who provide academic and enrichment programs suited to fit their needs.

    The Bret Harte community inspires, supports and nurtures learners on a journey toward excellence. We believe in the incredible potential of all children and are committed to providing academically challenging, culturally relevant learning options which fully develop the unique talents and gifts of each child in our program. High academic standards guide the curriculum across all grades. The school community is proud of its increased parent involvement, community support, and balanced instructional and enrichment programs. Teachers and staff share ownership of all students' academic and social learning and hold ourselves accountable for professional behavior and student success.

    School Tours

    Call school for times/dates.

    Uniforms

    White shirt or blouse, navy blue pants, skirt or jumper

    Before School Programs

    7:30-8:15

    After School Programs

    2:40-6:00 ExCEL Program offered at no cost.

    Special Education Programs

    • Designated Instructional Services
    • Resource Specialist Program
    • Special Day Class/Mild/Moderate-Intensive Language & Learning

    Resource Specialist Program, Special Day Class/Mild/Moderate-Intensive Language & Learning K-5, Designated Instructional Services

    Language Programs

    • Spanish

    English Plus Pathway, Elementary Biliteracy Pathway (Spanish K-3), Elementary Dual Language Immersion Pathway (Spanish K)

    School Day Academic Enrichment

    Reading Clubs, Literacy Specialist

    Opportunities for Parental Involvement

    Room parent, Classroom volunteer, Office helper, Food pantry