Curriculum

Ladera Elementary is an award-winning school with exceptionally strong curriculum and academic programs. The curriculum at Ladera aligns with the rigorous Common Core Standards and the adopted curriculum of the Tustin Unified School District.

A few key areas of instructional focus at Ladera are:

Structured Literacy -
Reading Workshop Model
Writing Workshop Model
Math Workshop Model & Mastery-Based Math Instruction
STEAM Lab/Engineering
Health/Fitness
Leadership
Social & Emotional Learning

Common Core

State Standards

State Standards

The Common Core State Standards provide a consistent, clear understanding of what students are expected to learn, so teachers and parents know what they need to do to help them. The standards are designed to be robust and relevant to the real world, reflecting the knowledge and skills that our young people need for success in college and careers. With American students fully prepared for the future, our communities will be best positioned to compete successfully in the global economy. C ommon Core information

Standards by grade level

GATE

TUSD GATE Program Overview

TUSD GATE Program Overview

The District program for Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) has several strands. They include GATE classes and cluster grouping in the elementary schools and honors classes in the secondary schools. The program varies by school and level. The program serves students with exceptional intellectual and academic abilities. School and individual plans are developed annually to meet program objectives and specific needs.

For more information:

Call Ladera GATE Site Lead, Christine St. Clair, at 714-730-7505
Call the District GATE Department at 714.730.7301, ex. 372

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Curriculum

Common Core

State Standards

GATE

TUSD GATE Program Overview

STEAM

Leo's Future Ready STEAM Lab

Location

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