1. Etiwanda School District
C.L.O.U.D.S.
Creating Learning Opportunities and Understanding Differences in Students
At Grapeland Elementary School
Parent Orientation

2. WELCOME! E2 – Mrs. Cardoso/Mrs. Tronson Mrs. Oceguera
E1 – Mrs. Daffron K2 – Mrs. Geschwind
Mrs. Moretti Ms. Garba
Mrs. Clemens, SLP
Mr. Shaw, Principal
Mr. White, Assistant Principal

3. Program Design
C.L.O.U.D.S. is an inclusive program with classroom settings comprised of Special Education and General Education students.
Differentiated instruction to meet individual needs.
Multidisciplinary approach for assessment and intervention.

4. Hours of Operation Monday-Friday 7:45 am - 10:45 am and
11:05 am - 2:05 pm

5. Curriculum World of Wonders
includes cross-curricular activities, focus on socio-emotional development, and preparation for kindergarten and beyond.
Ready, S.E.T., GO!
Handwriting Without Tears

6. Importance of Parental Involvement
Home and school are the young child’s two most important worlds. Children must bridge these two worlds everyday. If home and school are connected in positive and respectful ways, children feel secure.
-Creative Curriculum for Preschool
Ways to be Involved:
Volunteer Opportunities
WatchDog DADS
PTA
Parent-teacher Conferences
Classroom Observation Policy

7. Policies and Procedures
All policies and procedures have been developed to ensure student safety and to promote a positive, encouraging, and comfortable learning environment.
Please refer to the Parent Handbook and Board Policy for more detailed information.

8. Drop-off and Pick-Up Gates open: AM: PM:
Drop-off: 7:35-7:45 am 10:55-11:05 am
Pick-Up: 10:40-10:50 am 2:00 – 2:10 pm
 Temporary parking in north elbow (see below)
 Parking at the church or along Etiwanda Ave.
Etiwanda Ave north drive-way
is EXIT only.

9. **Ramp is for school busses only**

10. **Ramp is for school busses only**

12. Drop-off and Pick-Up Procedures
 Sign in and out of book
 Say goodbyes at the door
 Must be 18 to sign-out
 We do check emergency cards and ID (keep up to date with office)

13. What to Bring What NOT to Bring Toys from home (unless it is an
 Backpack (to be hung up on hook)
 Change of clothes (or two) in the backpack
 Share toys only on assigned day
 Please label all items (backpacks, share toys, sweaters, jackets, etc) with names
What NOT to Bring
Toys from home (unless it is an
assigned share day)

14. What to Wear Play clothes Safe shoes Closed-toe shoes are safest
preschool is FUN and often
MESSY!

15. Keep them home if: Please keep sick ones at home What is sick?
Fever, vomiting, rash, coughing, excessive nasal discharge, diarrhea, conjunctivitis, parasites, etc.
See Parent Handbook
Teach how to wash hands well and to cover mouth when sneezing/coughing.
Don’t forget to call absence line.

16. Other Useful Information
First Day Packet
Snack
Allergies
Birthday Policy- healthy snack
File box communication

17. How to Contact Us Grapeland: (909) 463-7026
Grapeland: (909)
Absence Line: (24/7)
CLOUDS Office:

18. Questions
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19. Learning is our Superpower!
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