Barton Hill will ensure that all students engage in rigorous, relevant educational experiences in a safe,equitable, and nurturing environment based on the Common Core State Standards that meet their individual needs to successfully fulfill A-G requirements and the demands of college and career readiness in the 21st century.

Please talk to your child about NOT being a bully. Making jokes about someone else to hurt their feeling is a form of bullying.

Barton Hill Cougars are reminded to:

     - BE SAFE!!!!

     - BE RESPECTFUL!!!!

     - BE RESPONSIBLE!!!!

By the end of the school year, your child should accurately be able to read...

Kindergarten

     20-30 Words per Minute

1st Grade:  

     50-60 Words per Minute

2nd Grade:  

    80-90 Words per Minute

3rd Grade:

    110-120 Words per Minute

4th Grade:  

    135-145 Words per Minute

5th Grade:

    150-160 Words per Minute

6th Grade:

    150-160 Words per Minute

WELCOME BACK!! I hope everyone had a great summer vacation and enjoyed the beautiful weather!! I am so excited for this new school year. We have been hard at work already and our teachers are ready to have your child back into their classrooms with a friendly smile and open arms.

As you know, we have entered our 1st year as a SIG school (School Improvement Grant.) The EMO, (Educational Management Organization) Principal's Exchange (PE) has been working diligently with the staff in making our school the best that we can be. I believe that "IF WE BELIEVE, WE WILL ACHIEVE" and look forward to this year being an even better year than last year. I will see all of you at BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT, Tuesday, August 29th!! We are full steam ahead!!

Parent Connection

All adults (18 years or older) must present a picture identification card in order to enter the campus (going to Parent Center, Classrooms etc.) Please use our Safe School Drop Off area between 7:45-8:10 a.m. Please follow all driving rules. Law Enforcement will issue tickets to individuals who violate the law! LAUSD nor Barton Hill will pay for any tickets given for violations. Call School Police at (213) 625-6631 to report any traffic violations. We also ask that you respect our neighbors and NOT block their driveways.

New Uniform Policy!

Dear Barton Hill families,

Starting the 2017-2018 school year students will be asked to wear uniforms to school. Please look at our uniform policy for more details. 

Transitioning to Healthy Snacks!

Dear Barton Hill families,

In order to boost student health and academic performance we will be transitioning our school to healthy snacks. We ask that you help us by sending your students to school with nutrient-dense snacks such as diced apples, carrot sticks, and whole-grain crackers; instead of cookies, chips, or sodas. For a complete list of district approved snacks please click the following link: Healthy Snack List 

Our school has implemented the research-based Second Step program which integrates social-emotional learning into all classrooms. The program is designed to teach children how to understand and manage their emotions, control their reactions, be aware of others’ feelings, and have the skills to problem-solve and make responsible decisions. Please ask your child about the Second Step program and encourage s/he to discuss what is being taught.

Every month Barton Hill recognizes one class per grade with the best attendance. Students reaching the goal of 7 or less absences (“96% Attendance Club”) will be recognized with a special end-of-the-year awards assembly with medallion necklaces. Students with “Perfect Attendance” (zero absences, zero tardies) will receive a trophy. Remember to attend school every day and on time.

Barton Hill Elementary is proud to partner with Boys and Girls Club and Anda's Wellness to provide opportunities for enrichment and physical wellness for our students.

We are asking students to wear navy blue bottoms (pants and shorts for boys, skirts, blue rompers and dresses to the knee for girls) polo tops for boys and polo tops or blouses for girls in white, light blue or navy blue. Students may also wear college or university t-shorts, Boys and Girls Club t-shirts or Barton Hill t-shirts in place of their uniform tops. Students are not permitted to wear sandals or any open toe shoes at any time.

We want our children to be healthy as well as good students.  We encourage you to limit junk food and discourage the consumption of sugary food items such: sodas, cupcakes, cookies, sport drinks,cakes, candy and chips (i.e. Takis and Hot Cheetos) on campus. 

Parent Center

The parent center (Room 45) will be holding the following workshops from 8:30-10:00 a.m.:
 

Workshop dates coming soon!

PTO Events

More events coming soon!

Alumni News

More events coming soon!

Cellular Telephones

It is the policy of the Los Angles Unified School District (LAUSD) to prohibit the use of cellular phones or any electronic device by students on campus during normal school hours. Students are permitted to possess cellular phones, pagers, or electronic signaling devices on campus provided that any such device shall remain "off" and stored in a locker, backpack, purse, pocket, or other place where it is not visible during normal school hours. Students are permitted to use cellular phones, pagers, or electronic signaling devices on campus before and after school or during school activities that occur outside of school hours. Students must comply anytime a request is made by school personnel to cease the use of a cellular telephone, pager or other signaling device even before or after school. Schools may adopt more stringent cellular policies through the School Site Council. Cell phone use on the school bus is for emergency purposes only; driver authorization is required.  Barton Hill Elementary School is not responsible for lost or stolen cellular telephones or other personal items of value such as: iPods, cameras, electronic games, radios, CD players, computers, etc.