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• Vista del Monte Elementary School is located in Palm Springs, California, a community in the Coachella Valley located within Riverside County.  Vista del Monte is one of sixteen elementary schools in the Palm Springs Unified School District. Vista del Monte Elementary School provides services to approximately 480 students in transitional kindergarten through fifth grade. In addition, Vista del Monte proudly houses the elementary Dual Immersion program for transitional kindergarten through fifth grade with Spanish being the target language. 

  Mission Statement

  Vista del Monte Elementary School is committed to providing students with a positive, safe, and welcoming learning environment that engages students in rigorous and relevant academic learning opportunities that also support students' social and emotional needs. 
  Staff at Vista del Monte Elementary School are a professional learning community that fosters student success by implementing highly effective instructional strategies across subject areas and academic instruction aligned with the California State Standards so that students are prepared for success in the 21st century.

  Vision Statement for Positive School Culture and Climate

  At Vista del Monte Elementary School, we are committed to fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and welcoming environment where every student feels valued, respected, and inspired to thrive. By building meaningful relationships, connecting through shared interests, and promoting a sense of belonging, we create a community where all students are OUR students.

  Through consistent practices of greeting students, establishing clear expectations, and implementing supportive rules and incentives, we nurture a positive, collaborative climate that encourages personal and academic growth. Together, we strive to empower our students to achieve their fullest potential in a space that celebrates connection, respect, and shared responsibility.

  Vision Statement for Academic Achievement

  At Vista del Monte Elementary School, we are committed to fostering a culture of academic excellence by delivering high-quality, research-based instruction that meets the unique needs of every learner. Through the implementation of best first instruction, effective instructional strategies, and the use of district-adopted curriculum, we ensure that every student has access to rigorous, engaging, and equitable learning experiences.

  Our approach is grounded in continuous progress monitoring and data-driven decision-making, empowering educators to tailor instruction through Universal Design for Learning principles and small-group interventions. By understanding and addressing the diverse needs of all student groups, including English Language Learners and students with IEPs and 504 Plans, we create a supportive and inclusive environment where all students can achieve their fullest potential and succeed in an ever-changing world.