Carlsbad residents frequently note the high quality of education as a key reason for living here. Real estate professionals publicize our District's academic achievements to people considering relocation to Carlsbad. We appreciate the recognition!
Two elements that set Carlsbad Unified apart are the individualized instruction we provide to meet each student's needs and the support we enjoy from parents and the community. These elements combine in families such as the Harris family.
“We choose to live here”
Foster and Debra Harris have three children identified as Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) advanced learners. Foster Trio Harris III is a sophomore at Carlsbad High. Nicole is in the eighth grade at Aviara Oaks Middle School. Quincy is a fifth grader at Pacific Rim Elementary.
As a promoter involved with the entertainment industry in Southern California and Las Vegas, Foster Harris could live anywhere. He lives in Carlsbad. “We choose to live in Carlsbad because we like the family-oriented community and because our children are doing exceptionally well and are happy with their teachers and schools,” he said. “My wife and I thought of sending them to private school, but our kids preferred to stay here with their friends and many activities. The GATE program is focused on their needs and I have been a driver of education since before they entered kindergarten. It's a group effort. Parents. School. Community. You need all three to make sure students can succeed,” Harris concluded.
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“Now I understand things”
We work very hard to give each of our nearly 11,000 students an opportunity, and the support they need, to succeed. In addition to GATE, assistance takes many forms, including tutoring, remedial summer school and innovations such as Rosie the Reading Dog helping special education students at Kelly Elementary progress.
Jefferson third grader Stephanie Bahena says her intervention teacher, Heather Shoemaker, has been a big help. “Now I understand synonyms and other things that help me in class.”
“They know how to study independently”
Our Independent Study program at Carlsbad Seaside Academy (CSA) serves students representing all ability levels, from Merit Scholarship finalists to those in need of special tutoring. Two-time Olympic snowboarding gold medalist Shaun White bought a house in Carlsbad when he was 13 years old so he could attend CSA. Other young professionals whose demanding schedules preclude daily school attendance have blossomed under this versatile program.
Some students have parents who travel frequently. Some do better in an independent setting as opposed to a standard classroom at a large school. Each grade level follows a mandated curriculum and meets required standards. The students come together for enriching field trips and other group endeavors.
Teacher Katy Heritage says the students share a critical skill. “They know how to study independently,” she said.
Ultimately, that's what it's all about, and, as Foster Harris notes, it begins before a child enters school. By instilling a lifelong love of learning and providing avenues for each student to achieve his or her best, we provide multi-dimensional learning for a multicultural world.
To keep up to date on District doings, follow Dr. Roach at www.twitter.com/SuptRoach.
Two elements that set Carlsbad Unified apart are the individualized instruction we provide to meet each student's needs and the support we enjoy from parents and the community. These elements combine in families such as the Harris family.
“We choose to live here”
Foster and Debra Harris have three children identified as Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) advanced learners. Foster Trio Harris III is a sophomore at Carlsbad High. Nicole is in the eighth grade at Aviara Oaks Middle School. Quincy is a fifth grader at Pacific Rim Elementary.
As a promoter involved with the entertainment industry in Southern California and Las Vegas, Foster Harris could live anywhere. He lives in Carlsbad. “We choose to live in Carlsbad because we like the family-oriented community and because our children are doing exceptionally well and are happy with their teachers and schools,” he said. “My wife and I thought of sending them to private school, but our kids preferred to stay here with their friends and many activities. The GATE program is focused on their needs and I have been a driver of education since before they entered kindergarten. It's a group effort. Parents. School. Community. You need all three to make sure students can succeed,” Harris concluded.
To purchase “Food Proof Writing”, a book Mr. Harris wrote, Click Here
“Now I understand things”
We work very hard to give each of our nearly 11,000 students an opportunity, and the support they need, to succeed. In addition to GATE, assistance takes many forms, including tutoring, remedial summer school and innovations such as Rosie the Reading Dog helping special education students at Kelly Elementary progress.
Jefferson third grader Stephanie Bahena says her intervention teacher, Heather Shoemaker, has been a big help. “Now I understand synonyms and other things that help me in class.”
“They know how to study independently”
Our Independent Study program at Carlsbad Seaside Academy (CSA) serves students representing all ability levels, from Merit Scholarship finalists to those in need of special tutoring. Two-time Olympic snowboarding gold medalist Shaun White bought a house in Carlsbad when he was 13 years old so he could attend CSA. Other young professionals whose demanding schedules preclude daily school attendance have blossomed under this versatile program.
Some students have parents who travel frequently. Some do better in an independent setting as opposed to a standard classroom at a large school. Each grade level follows a mandated curriculum and meets required standards. The students come together for enriching field trips and other group endeavors.
Teacher Katy Heritage says the students share a critical skill. “They know how to study independently,” she said.
Ultimately, that's what it's all about, and, as Foster Harris notes, it begins before a child enters school. By instilling a lifelong love of learning and providing avenues for each student to achieve his or her best, we provide multi-dimensional learning for a multicultural world.
To keep up to date on District doings, follow Dr. Roach at www.twitter.com/SuptRoach.