Principal's Newsletter

Two Fourth Graders Win Art and Essay Contests

By Lily Purvis

Congratulations to two of our Roosevelt fourth graders! Lily Purvis’ drawing took honorable mention in the California Energy Commission’s Calendar Contest. Her piece will be published on the back of the 2013 calendar. It is one of only 16 drawings to be selected amongst hundreds of entries. Bryan Maxwell took first place in the Rotary Club’s 4-Way Test writing contest for his essay on making good decisions that help one personally as well as the community at large. They honored him at a luncheon and he will receive his certificate at the next school wide assembly.

Incoming Kindergarteners

All incoming Roosevelt Kindergarteners/transitional Kindergarteners should be now be registered. Students must have their 5th birthday by December 2nd. Students who will turn 5 September 1st through December 2nd may register for the transitional Kindergarten or Kindergarten program.

Record-High API Scores at Roosevelt

Our 2011-2012 school year got off to a great start! Our Spring, 2011 California Standards test scores reflect continued growth on our API (Academic Performance Index). Roosevelt posted its highest score to date at 867, a gain of 20 points. Congratulations to our hardworking students and dedicated teachers and parents.

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About Roosevelt

Roosevelt Elementary is an outstanding K-6 public school in Santa Barbara. Roosevelt’s academic program is led by a dynamic and seasoned staff of educators who care deeply about the growth and development of their students. The academic program includes a comprehensive language arts and math curriculum, GATE Program and Computer Lab, along with weekly music and Studio Art and Physical Education for all grades.

A few of Roosevelt’s enrichment programs include extended outdoor education at Catalina Island Cimi Camp, Rancho El Chorro Camp and Outdoor School; Los Marineros, a marine biology program developed by the Museum of Natural History; PTO-sponsored arts assemblies, field trips, parent workshops, and after school enrichment classes such as yoga, dance, cooking and cartooning.