by Emily Izmirian | Jun 19, 2025 | Literacy, Uncategorized
Looking for something to read to honor Juneteenth? Check out these book recommendations from Maya Lê, maistorybooklibrary, on Instagram. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Maya Lê - MaiStoryBook...
by Emily Izmirian | Nov 1, 2024 | Educator Grants, Literacy, Music and the Arts, Uncategorized
Goleta educators continue to go above and beyond to support students! Two teachers, Chad Smith and Iain Garcia, will be teaching ukulele to their classes. With grant funds to purchase class sets of ukuleles, sheet music, tuners, and more, these two are bringing...
by Emily Izmirian | Feb 29, 2024 | Literacy, Uncategorized
Thank you to the GUSD Library Media Specialists for highlighting these children’s books during Black History Month! These selections allow students to learn history, hear authentic perspectives, feel a sense of value and belonging, and recognize shared...
by Emily Izmirian | Jan 21, 2024 | Educator Grants, Lemon Run, Literacy, Science, Tech, Engineering, Art, Math
“How can we build upon the students‘ classroom science curriculum related to sound? Can we teach sound in a fun and stimulating way?” That’s what Jessica Zavala, a GUSD STEAM specialist, wants to know. With GEF’s Innovation Grant funding, all first graders in...
by Emily Izmirian | Jan 12, 2024 | Literacy
El Camino Elementary School’s Dual Language Immersion Program was featured on KEYT News Channel 3. Watch the video to learn more about this great offering from Goleta Union School...