Principal's Message for 2010-11
Dear Parents,
If there is one thing I appreciate most about Moreno Elementary School, it’s that Moreno Mustangs have HORSEPOWER TO LEARN! Our school shows excellence in the quality of educational experiences for our students that has resulted in considerable recognition and praise for our school. Some of the highlights include:
- We are a Profesional Learning Community, using Teamwork and Targeted Assistance to help all students learn.
- #1 school with the highest achievement test score in the district for Title I schools – 819 API!
- #2 best overall academic achievement performance out of twenty-three elementary schools in our district.
- #1 in continued API achievement increases for 5 straight years!
- #1 highest API State “Similar Schools Rank” - 10 out of 10 in when Compared to 100 Like Schools
- #1 in District for safe school indicator - lowest rate of suspensions over the last three years!
- A Collaborative School-wide Focus on improving reading, math, and writing at all grade levels
- Extraordinary Performing Arts / Community Service / Student Leadership – Mustang Patrol, Range Riders, Black History Celebrations, Moreno Mustang Drill Corps
- Healthiest Staff in Town – All read voraciously / Many participate on local sports teams / Some do marathons!
And now it’s time for the Golden Horseshoe of Appreciation Awards! The envelope please…and the winners are:
Our Outstanding PTA!
Moreno Elementary PTA Board consists of hardworking, positive, supportive and extremely capable members who always give so willingly of their time, talents and energy whenever and wherever they are needed. Much appreciation goes to Miss Fisher, our most excellent PTA President! Her dedication and caring for the children at school have been an inspiration for others. Our PTA Board, especially Ms. Janecek, and numerous other volunteers display tireless energy and hard work - signs of their very effective leadership and strong child advocacy. Moreno is lucky to have them!
Our Superior Staff!
Moreno’s classified and teaching faculty have consistently demonstrated the highest degree of dedication and professional performance, working so hard to provide a productive and positive learning environment for quality instruction, creativity and academic achievement of each student. We are indeed fortunate to have so many wonderful, warm and caring people to work with and nurture our children. I’m especially indebted to Moreno’s awesome office staff, because they have proven to be the most kind, effective, and efficient office team I’ve ever worked with. Moreno is lucky to have them!
Our Helpful Homes!
A special thanks goes to our wonderful, supportive families and parents. I greatly appreciate their support for and involvement in their children’s education. Parents have been so supportive of our special events, educational opportunities and fundraising efforts - their contributions have been greatly appreciated. The Home-School Partnership is a key ingredient to the success of Moreno Elementary School. Moreno is lucky to have them!
Our Successful Students!
Moreno’s students work hard all year and demonstrate fine progress in achieving their academic goals. Students willingly serve their school by their involvement in Friday Night Live, Range Riders, Drill Corps, Mustang Patrol, community service with Mr. Paul and demonstrating kindness, respect and consideration for one another. The Moreno Elementary Staff cherishes the privilege we have in being able to work with such wonderful children. Here’s hoping, and more importantly, working smart and hard for their brightest future dreams to come true! Moreno is lucky to have them!
I’m counting on all to keep up the great work, and I’m really looking forward to a successful 2010-2011 school year!
Mr. Jones











