Sunset Lane Elementary School

Sunset Lane is committed to a rich and challenging tradition of excellence, where every decision is made with the students' best interest in mind. We recognize the value of each student as an integral member of the school community. With a partnership of parents, staff, and students, we are dedicated to making a positive and dynamic impact on our world. At Sunset Lane all students are empowered to achieve success.

I. Curriculum
Students receive a balanced, rigorous, standards-based curriculum. The school articulates the outcomes it seeks for all students and monitors student progress using a variety of assessments.
•Curriculum and instruction are guided by specific, clearly stated, challenging goals for each grade level.
•Students reflect on their work and evaluate their progress.
•Differentiated instruction ensures that we are meeting the needs of all students.
•Instructional strategies are utilized to support individual learning styles, actively engage students, promote independence.
•Technology is integrated into the curriculum to support state and district standards.

II. Attention to Individual Students
Sunset Lane recognizes the value of each student. Every student is an integral member of the school community.
•Students’ behavior, academic progress, and emotional well-being are monitored.
•Students understand grade level standards and expectations.
•Special support is available for students who require special assistance.
•Students are responsible for their learning, decision making, and actions.

III. Staff
The staff at Sunset Lane is committed to ensuring the success of every student. Staff consistently supports each other.
•Staff is guided by shared goals and a common sense of purpose.
•Every school member has high expectations for student achievement and accepts responsibility for helping students meet those expectations.
•Staff members collaborate with one another on a regular basis on curriculum, instruction, individual students, and school improvement initiatives.
•Staff members continually self-evaluate and self-assess their effectiveness as educators and professionals.

IV. School Climate
Sunset Lane School provides an orderly yet inviting climate that is conducive to learning and protects instructional time.
•Diversity is valued among the entire school community.
•Staff members work collaboratively for the good of all students.
•There is a commitment to providing an emotionally and physically safe, supportive environment.
•School rules are consistently enforced by the entire staff.

V. Community Support
Sunset Lane will continue to work closely with parents, community members, and representatives from California State University Fullerton (CSUF).
•Parents play an active role in the education of their children, monitor their children’s academic performance, and work with teachers to emphasize the importance of education.
•The community has access to the school’s resources and facilities.
•Our partnership with CSUF ensures that we are keeping abreast of current best practice in education. Sunset Lane staff supports the partnership through demonstration lessons, master teachers, etc.