Riverview International Academy

Riverview International Academy School Compact 4th – 5th Grade

MISSION – “Creating tomorrow’s leaders, today!” The mission of Riverview International Academy is to provide students with a world- class trilingual instructional program such that they can speak, read, and write in three languages, to prepare them for an ever-developing world of technology, cultivate an awareness and respect for other cultures, and empower future leaders of a global society.

VISION The vision of Riverview International Language Academy is to ensure that students have the global competencies necessary to thrive in a global society. Namely:  Mastery of the English language both written and verbal

 Bilingualism and biliteracy

 Trilingualism

 Globally competitive competencies in mathematics and science

 Digital literacy

 Social and civic participation and leadership

 Cultural awareness and expression

BELIEFS

We have aligned our math and language arts in English, Spanish, and Chinese to the Common Core standards. It is more important than ever that we work together to prepare students for academic success. We ask parents to work with their children, as much as possible, in English at home. At Riverview Elementary School, staff, parents, and community share the following beliefs:

 Every child can learn, succeed, and attain high level of academic achievement based on California state standards.

 Learning is an active process of inquiry and the search for meaning and understanding.

 World language instruction improves a student’s academic performance while promoting cultural understanding and awareness.

 Education fosters understanding, enabling our students to live as more peaceful, productive, and responsible global citizens.

At Riverview we have built a global community that celebrates diversity and cultural understanding. We know we cannot achieve our goals without the help of our families. The following pledges define the specific commitment and leadership from all the stakeholders. Please read the pledges carefully and sign. By signing the pledge, each stakeholder is making a commitment to fulfill his or her very important role.

RIA Staff Pledge: I agree to carry out the following responsibilities to the best of my ability:  Provide high-quality curriculum and instruction.  Endeavor to motivate my students to learn in all areas, in their primary, second, and third languages.  Have high expectations and help every child develop a love of learning, especially their new languages.  Communicate regularly with families about student progress through multiple means.  Praise students regularly for their accomplishments and progress.  Provide a warm, safe, and caring learning environment.  Provide meaningful, homework assignments to reinforce and extend learning.  Participate in professional development opportunities that improve teaching and learning and support the formation of partnerships with families and the community.  Actively participate in collaborative decision-making, consistently work with families and my school colleagues to make schools accessible and welcoming places for students.  Respect the school, students, staff, and families.  Teach and model the Seven Habits. Student Pledge: (Use Linguistic resources creatively in their bilingualism) I agree to carry out the following responsibilities to the best of my ability:  Be proactive and present. Come to school ready to learn and work hard.  Bring necessary materials, completed assignments and homework.  Know and follow the school leadership model, including all school and class rules.  Ask for help when I need it.  Communicate regularly with my parents and teachers about school experiences so that they can help me be successful in school.  Limit my TV watching/video gaming.  Study or read every day after school and use programs such as Lexia, Oddyssey, and AR.  Practice my new languages with pride at school at all times and as often as I can outside of school.  Respect the school, classmates, staff, and families.  Learn and use the Seven Habits. Family/Parent Pledge: I agree to carry out the following responsibilities to the best of my ability:  Provide a quiet time and place for homework and monitor and limit TV viewing and video gaming.  Read to my child or encourage my child to read every day in English and Spanish to complete Lexia assignments and AR quizzes as available: Grade 4 and 5 –a minimum of 45 mins (25 minutes in English and 20 minutes in Spanish an/or Chinese).  Assist my child in completing and editing assignments in English and encourage my child in using their new languages as well as completing their language homework.  Communicate with the teacher or the school when I have a concern.  Ensure that my child attends school every day on time, gets adequate sleep, and proper nutrition.  Regularly monitor my child's progress in school using Schoology and homework planners.  Participate in school activities such as attending parent-teacher conferences, parent workshops, Back to School Night, Open House, and PTSA events.  Identify ways in which I can volunteer to support the school program.  Communicate the importance of education to my child.  Respect the school, staff, students, families, and abide by all school and traffic rules.  Reinforce and support the Seven Habits.

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