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Covering the Hawthorne School District
Volume 3, Issue 16
September / October 2013
Looking Forward to another Successful Year
Con Gran Expectativa hacia otro Año Exitoso
Common Core Standards (Estándares del Plan de Estudio), Smarter
Common Core Standards, Smarter Balanced Assessment, a changing
Balanced Assessment (Evaluación Inteligente Equilibrada), una formula
budget formula, expanding technology, and much, much more present
cambiante de presupuesto, ampliación tecnológica, y mucho, mucho más
us with new opportunities every day in education. Some would look at
se presenta ante nosotros con oportunidades diarias en la educación.
these things as problems, we, in the Hawthorne School District, look
Algunos mirarían a estas cosas como problemas, nosotros, en el Distrito
at them as opportunities to help us improve at educating our students.
Escolar de Hawthorne, las miramos como oportunidades que nos ayudan
We look forward to the journey of implementing new curriculum and
a mejorar la calidad de la educación para nuestros estudiantes. Miramos
presenting information in ways that engage our students and challenge
con expectativa el trayecto de la implementación de un nuevo plan de
them and ourselves. It is what we do in the Hawthorne School District.
Dr. Helen E.
estudio y la presentación de información de manera que involucren a
As I look back over my career in this district, it amazes me to think
Morgan
nuestros estudiantes y que sea un reto para ellos y para nosotros mismos.
I have been here for over thirty-one years. I have seen so many positive
Superintendent
Esto es lo que hacemos en el Distrito Escolar de Hawthorne.
changes take place in those years and have been afforded so many
Al mirar hacia atrás a través de mis años de
opportunities to learn and grow. The time has
carrera en este distrito, me sorprendo de pensar que
passed like a blink of an eye. Today I welcomed
he estado aquí por más de treinta y un años. He visto
back our administrative staff and I am so proud of
tantos cambios positivos tomar lugar en todo esos
the focus and commitment they have to providing
años y se me han brindado tantas oportunidades para
our students with the best education possible. I
aprender y crecer. El tiempo ha pasado en un abrir y
know that all of our teaching staff has the same
cerrar de ojos. Hoy le doy la bienvenida al personal
dedication to our students and families. We work
administrativo y estoy muy orgullosa del enfoque
with a group of classified employees who take pride
y compromiso que ellos tienen de proporcionarles
in our schools and in keeping them safe, running
a nuestros estudiantes con la mejor educación
smoothly, and looking good. Together with our
posible. Yo sé que todo nuestro personal docente
students and parents we form the Hawthorne School
tiene la misma dedicación para nuestras escuelas y
District family. It is imperative that we continue
familias. Trabajamos con un grupo de empleados
to work together to maintain high standards for
clasificados que se enorgullecen en nuestras
our students, engage them in meaningful learning,
escuelas y en mantenerlas seguras, funcionando
partner with families and the community to make
sin problemas, en buenas condiciones. Junto con
education the priority of all and send our students
nuestros estudiantes y padres formamos la familia
into the workforce ready to compete in our global
del Distrito Escolar de Hawthorne. Es imperativo que
society. I am confident we will meet the many
continuemos trabajando juntos parar mantener estándares altos para nuestros
challenges before us and we WILL be successful!
estudiantes, involucrarlos en aprendizaje significativo, asociarnos con las
This school year promises to be filled with new adventures and changes for
familias y la comunidad para hacer de la educación una prioridad para todos y
all of us. Students and teachers will navigate the new common core standards
enviar a nuestros estudiantes a que se incorporen a la fuerza laboral listos para
and assessments. We will all experience the positive effects of a budget that is
competir en esta sociedad global. Estoy segura que responderemos a todos los
promising for education, and we will continue to do what we do
desafíos que se pondrán ante nosotros y ¡SALDREMOS exitosos!
best. . .provide students and families with a great educational experience.
Este año promete estar lleno de nuevas aventuras y cambios para todos
I look forward to working with all of you to do just that and want to thank you
nosotros. Los estudiantes y los maestros navegarán en los estándares del plan
in advance for the opportunity to serve in my role in, what is in my opinion, the
de estudio y las evaluaciones. Todos nosotros experimentaremos los efectos
best school district around. Welcome back to another year which promises to be
positivos del presupuesto que es prometedor para la educación y continuaremos
filled with a lot of hard work and even more rewards!
haciendo lo que sabemos hacer mejor… proporcionarles a los estudiantes
y familias con una experiencia educativa grandiosa. Espero trabajar con
Hawthorne School District Board of Trustees
todos ustedes para hacer justo eso y les quiero agradecer de antemano por la
oportunidad de servir en el papel que desempeño, lo que es en mi opinión, el
mejor distrito de los alrededores. ¡Bienvenidos de regreso a otro año el cual
promete estar lleno de mucho trabajo duro pero aún con más recompensas!
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Hawthorne School District partners with LAUP to provide high‐quality preschool for all four‐year‐old children. We believe all children deserve
the best start in life, and a quality preschool educa�on.
El Distrito Escolar de Hawthorne está asociado con LAUP para proporcionar educación preescolar de alta calidad para todos los niños de cuatro años.
Creemos que todos los niños merecen el mejor comienzo en la vida y una educación preescolar de calidad.
Preschool
Sites
Preschool Schedule
HSD Preschool is a free 3.5 hour school
readiness program for 4 year old children
Preschool Classroom Schedule:
AM Session 8:05 to 11:35
PM Session 12:15 to 3:45
Eucalyptus Universal Preschool
12044 Eucalyptus Ave.
Hawthorne, CA. 90250
Programa de Preescolar
(310) 219-2837
El Preescolar del Distrito Escolar de Hawthorne (por sus
siglas en inglés HSD) es un programa gratuito de
preparación escolar de 3.5 horas, para niños de 4 años
Zela Davis Universal Preschool
13434 Yukon Ave.
Hawthorne, CA 90250
Horario del Salón de Clases del Preescolar:
Sesión de la mañana 8:05 AM - 11:35 AM
Sesión de la tarde 12:15 PM - 3:45 PM
(310) 219-2821
Every child deserves a chance to succeed!
¡Cada niño merece la oportunidad de triunfar!
The Benefits of Preschool
Children who are involved in preschool:
Develop pre-reading, early writing, and math skills
Enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Develop emotional behaviors and social skills
Los Beneficios de la Educación Preescolar
Los primeros cinco años de vida son los más importantes en el
desarrollo del niño. Los niños que reciben una experiencia educativa
de alta calidad, en sus primeros años, desarrollan las habilidades
necesarias para triunfar en la vida.
Los niños que participan en la educación preescolar:
Desarrollan habilidades en matemáticas, escritura y lectura
temprana.
Mejoran el pensamiento crítico y habilidades en resolución de
problemas.
Desarrollan habilidades sociales y comportamiento emocional.
For more information contact:
Reina Robledo, Project Facilitator, LAUP Preschools
[email protected]
LA
UP
Preschool Information
D
HS
The most important years of a child's development is in
the first five years of life. Children who receive a highquality educational experience, in their early years,
develop the skills necessary to succeed in life.
Each child receives one nutritious meal during the
classroom program
Certified Teaching Staff
CPR and Emergency First Aid Trained
Excellent Student/Staff Ratio
Imagine It! Language Arts & Harcourt Math Curriculum
Información del Preescolar
Cada niño(a) recibe una comida nutritiva durante
el programa del salón de clases
Personal docente certificado
Entrenados en resucitación cardiopulmonar y primeros auxilios
Proporción excelente de niños y personal
Plan de Estudios de Lenguaje (Imagine It!) y Matemáticas (Harcourt)
Para más información póngase en contacto con:
Reina Robledo, Facilitadora del Proyecto, LAUP Escuelas Preescolares
[email protected]
Bud Carson Middle School
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13838 S. Yukon Ave., Hawthorne, CA 90250 • 310/676-1908 • www.budcarsonmiddle.org
Patricia Jordan graduated from San Diego State University
in 1988. After receiving her teaching credential from SDSU, she
was hired as a 6th grade teacher at Yukon Middle School in 1989.
Mrs. Jordan went on to teach grades 6-8 at Yukon. She earned a
Master’s degree from CSU Dominguez Hills and was promoted to
the position of Assistant Principal at Yukon in 1998. In 1999,
Mrs. Jordan was promoted to the position of principal at
Washington School. In 2001, Mrs. Jordan returned to the school
Patricia Jordan
where
she first taught and was named principal of Bud Carson
Principal
Middle School (formerly Yukon.)
During her tenure as principal of BCMS, Mrs. Jordan has experienced much
success. Under Mrs. Jordan’s leadership, BCMS has been recognized for best
practices used to improve student achievement and close the achievement gap.
In 2007 BCMS received a visit from California State Superintendent of Public
Instruction Jack O’Connell to see firsthand the effective programs at BCMS.
In 2008, Mrs. Jordan was a featured presenter at the California Department of
Education “On the Right Track” symposium and she was the recipient of the
prestigious Roger G. Bly Leadership Award.
In 2011, Mrs. Jordan led Bud Carson Middle School’s transition to become
a STEM Academy. The STEM Academy at BCMS provides hands on learning
opportunities for students and includes several impressive programs including
Project lead the Way, AVID, MESA, and SeaPerch.
On a personal note, Patricia (Trish) Jordan played softball for the USA and
won a World Championship in 1986. She is a UCLA All-American and National
Champion and is in the SDSU Aztec Hall of Fame. Mrs. Jordan enjoys tennis,
gardening, and visiting Museums.
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Eucalyptus Elementary
12044 S. Eucalyptus Ave., Hawthorne, CA 90250 • 310/675-3369 • www.hsd-ca.schoolloop.com
Mike Goldstein is beginning his 15th year in the Hawthorne
School District. He grew up in Santa Cruz California and
attended college at the University of Redlands, where he played
football and earned a BA in History. After graduating in 1997,
he received his teaching credential and MA in Cross Cultural
Teaching from National University. In 1998 Mr. Goldstein was
hired by the Hawthorne School District, where he taught 8th
grade Language Arts/ Social Studies and was a Special Projects
Mike Goldstein
teacher
at Hawthorne Middle School for 7 years. During that
Principal
time he enrolled in the Educational Administrative program
at California State University Northridge, and graduated with an MA in
Educational Administration in 2006. Mr. Goldstein has served as Assistant
Principal at HMS (2006-2008) and Eucalyptus (2009) and Principal at York
Elementary School from 2009-2013. This will be his first year as the Principal of
Eucalyptus Elementary School.
Mr. Goldstein lives in Redondo Beach with his wife Cynthia and two
daughters; Cyndi (age 8) and Amanda (age 7). When he’s not at work,
Mr. Goldstein enjoys traveling with his family, to Cynthia’s native country of
Panama.
Hawthorne Middle School
4366 W. 129th St., Hawthorne, CA 90250 • 310/676-0167 • www.hawthornemiddle.org
Mr. Rudy Salas has been a proud employee of the Hawthorne
School District for the past 12 years. Mr. Salas was appointed
to the position of principal of Hawthorne Middle School for
the 2012–2013 school year. Mr. Salas served two years as the
assistant principal for Prairie Vista Middle School and 10 years as
a classroom teacher at Kornblum Elementary School.
Mr. Salas is a proud success story of our own community: he
graduated from Leuzinger High School and went on to earn his
Rudy Salas
bachelor’s degree from California State University, San Jose.
Principal
He attained his teaching credential and a master’s degree in
educational leadership from California State University, Dominguez Hills.
Mr. Salas lives in Hawthorne with his wife and three children, ages eight,
four, and six months. Mr. Salas enjoys spending time with his family, coaching
baseball, playing golf, and reading books.
Mr. Salas is committed to working with parents, students, staff, and
community partners to improve programs and student achievement. Mr. Salas
would like to welcome Hawthorne Middle School’s new staff members: Mark
Silva, Assistant Principal; Mrs. J. Brown, Sixth-Grade Teacher; and Mr.
Rudolph, Language Arts Teacher.
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Hawthorne Math & Science Academy
4467 W. Broadway, Hawthorne, CA 90250 • 310/973-8620 • www.hawthornemsa.org
Principal Esau Berumen has been member of the Hawthorne
School District family since 1997. He began his career as a long
term substitute teacher at York Elementary School. After one
month as a substitute teacher, he became the 7th Grade Life
Science teacher at Hawthorne Intermediate School, which is now
known as Hawthorne Middle School.
In 2003, Mr. Berumen applied for and became the Biology
teacher at the soon to be open Hawthorne Math & Science
Esau Berumen
Academy, HMSA. He is one of the six HMSA founding teachers.
Principal
As the school grew, he became the Science Department Chair and
the school’s College Prep Advisor. Mr. Berumen also played a critical role in the
process and approval of HMSA’s courses by the University of California’s Office
of the President. During his last year of teaching Biology at HMSA, he received
HMSA’s Teacher of the Year award.
In 2007, Mr. Berumen became the assistant principal of HMSA. Mr. Berumen
earned his bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from Occidental College, his first
master’s degree in Cross Cultural Education and teaching credential from
National University, and his second master’s degree in Educational Leadership
and administrative credential from California State University Northridge.
Recently, Occidental College’s Alumni Association awarded Mr. Berumen with
its top honor, the 2012 Alumni Seal Award.
Mr. Berumen has been married for 9 years and is father to three children.
His oldest will be attending 2nd grade in the Hawthorne School District this
coming year. In his free time, he enjoys being with his family, reading books,
and picking up an occasional game of rugby.
Prairie Vista South Campus
13928 Kornblum Ave., Hawthorne, CA 90250 • 310/970-7550 • www.hawthorne.k12.ca.us
David Mallchok is the Vice Principal, Permit Coordinator, NonPermanent / Homeless / Transitional Housing Family and Foster
Care Liaison at Prairie Vista South School. Prior to his current
position, David was Site Administrator for a variety of Hawthorne
Schools including Prairie Vista Middle School, Bud Carson Middle
School and Eucalyptus Elementary School. Preceding his tenure
with the Hawthorne School District which began in August
1999, David served as an Assistant Principal, Magnet School
David Mallchok
Coordinator
and Classroom Teacher, Grades K through 12, with
Site Administrator
the
Los
Angeles
Unified School District on elementary, middle
Assistant Principal
and high school campuses in Central Los Angeles.
David attended Cleveland State University and earned degrees from The
University of South Carolina and United States International University.
David inspires excellence in staff, students and parents and upholds a
safe and sound school campus that promotes values such as responsibility,
accountability, cooperation, social skills, acceptance of others, equal
opportunity and pride in self, family, school and community.
David provides concrete, thoughtful and timely response to parents’
concerns and questions. He deals with issues in a strong and decisive manner
and is able to channel the diversity of teachers’ talents and assists them in
maximizing teacher and student potentials alike.
David believes ardently in public education and is faithful to doing all in
his ability to provide an exceptional, Common Core based highly structured
learning environment for all children.
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Jefferson Elementary
4091 W. 139th St., Hawthorne, CA 90250 • 310/676-9423 • www.hsdjefferson.org
Wendy Ostensen is excited to return to Jefferson Elementary
School for her 3rd year as principal. She has been in the field
of education for 22 years. During this time she has been a site
administrator, classroom teacher, and activity director. She
is proud to have worked in the Hawthorne School District for
her entire career, and in 2007 she received the Rodger G. Blye
Leadership Award for outstanding service. Ms. Ostensen earned
her Bachelor’s Degree in Zoology from California State University,
Wendy Ostensen
Long Beach and her Master’s Degree/ Administrative Credential
Principal
from California State University, Dominguez Hills.
Ms. Ostensen grew up in southern California and resides in Hawthorne
(The City of Good Neighbors) with her two sons, Tanner and Dane, former
and present HSD students. She believes every student should be able to have
rewarding and memorable experiences in school that lead to a lifelong love
of learning. Ms. Ostensen is once again looking forward to working with
Jefferson’s dedicated students, parents, and staff in order to improve student
achievement and provide support, programs, and enrichment for all!
Prairie Vista Middle School
13600 Prairie Ave., Hawthorne, CA 90250 • 310/679-1003 • www.prairievistamiddle.org
As the 2013-2014 school year kicks off, the teachers and staff
members of Prairie Vista Middle School have renewed their
commitment to work diligently to provide all students with a
challenging and relevant educational program.
The new gym at PVMS will not only enhance our PE/Sports
program, but will also support our Fine Arts Academy that is in
its third year. The gym is equipped for basketball and volleyball,
has a score board, bleacher seating for 800 and an indoor stage
Christine
for
our performances.
Fagnano
The 2013-2014 school year marks my nineth year as the
Principal
principal of Prairie Vista Middle School and my thirty third
year in the Hawthorne School District. I spent the first fourteen years in the
Hawthorne School District as a 7th and 8th grade middle school teacher at
Hawthorne Middle School. The next ten years were spent at Hawthorne Middle
School as the Principal of HMS.
It is my honor to serve as the “head learner” at Prairie Vista Middle School.
On an everyday basis, I learn from our students and staff. I continue to be
impressed and amazed at our students’ ability to reach for an ever higher bar
set by the creative and innovative approach of our talented staff.
Kornblum Elementary
3620 W. El Segundo Blvd., Hawthorne, CA 90250 • 310/970-4294 • www.hsdkornblum.org
LaTima Jones just began her first year as the principal at
Kornblum Elementary School. She has been an employee of the
Hawthorne School District since 1997 as an elementary teacher,
literacy coach, and assistant principal at the elementary and
middle school levels.
Ms. Jones graduated from the University of Southern
California (USC) in 1995 with a degree in psychology. She
earned her teaching credential through Chapman University and
LaTima Jones
attended
Pepperdine University to complete her master’s degree.
Principal
Ms. Jones was a student-athlete throughout her years at
USC, earning the Scholar Athlete Award of Honor for Academic Excellence,
as receiving a solid education was her primary goal. She earned All-American
honors in track and field, was a Pac-10 Conference champion, and qualified for
the 1996 Olympic Trials. She uses these experiences to connect with students.
She stresses that education is the foundation on which they will build all of
their future success.
Ramona Elementary
Washington Elementary
4617 W. 136th St., Hawthorne, CA 90250 • 310/675-7189 • www.hsdramona.org
4339 W. 129th St., Hawthorne, CA 90250 • 310/676-3422 • www.hsdwashington.org
Michael Collins is proud to be starting his eighth year as
principal at Ramona Elementary School, where he values
being part of a school community that fosters a nurturing and
challenging environment for all of its children.
Mr. Collins was born and raised in the South Bay. He attended
the University of California at Santa Barbara, and earned a
bachelor’s degree in art history. After college, he began substitute
teaching in Hawthorne. He was hired as a full-time teacher
Michael Collins
during his first year of substituting at Ramona, where he then
Principal
taught first grade for three years.
Mr. Collins moved on to teach fourth grade, fifth grade, and a fourth- and
fifth-grade combination class. After eight years in the classroom, Mr. Collins
became the special projects teacher. For two years he trained teachers,
managed site programs, ran parent education classes, and oversaw grade-level
curriculum, data analysis and budget management tasks.
Mr. Collins earned his master’s degree and administrative credential from
Cal State University, Dominguez Hills. In 2000, he was assigned an assistant
principal position at Washington Elementary School. He also served as an
assistant principal at Jefferson Elementary, Eucalyptus Elementary and Prairie
Vista Middle School. In 2004, Mr. Collins was named the principal of Kornblum
Elementary School, where he served for two years.
In 2006, Mr. Collins returned to Ramona Elementary as the principal of
the school. He thoroughly enjoys being a part of the Ramona community and
watching the school grow. He has been married for 20 years to his beautiful
wife Samantha, and credits his career success to her and their three children:
Brittany, Tevin and Andrew.
Zela Davis Elementary
13435 S. Yukon Ave., Hawthorne, CA 90250 • 310/679-1711 • www.hsdzeladavis.org
Kathy Carbajal will begin her fourth year as principal at Zela
Davis Elementary School. She has been in education for the
past 17 years. During this time she has been an administrator,
bilingual coordinator, and classroom teacher. In 2011 – 2012,
with the support of her amazing staff, she implemented the
Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Engineering
(STEM) program at Zela Davis. Kathy Carbajal earned her
bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, and administrative credential
Kathy Carbajal
from California State University, Dominguez Hills. Prior to
Principal
attending CSUDH she spent two years in Mexico and attended
the University of Autonoma de Guadalajara where she further enhanced her
Spanish proficiency skills.
Ms. Carbajal grew up in Carson, California and now resides in the city of
Torrance. She is extremely proud of her two daughters Danielle and Elizabeth.
Danielle is now a junior at Northern Arizona University and this year Elizabeth
will begin her sophomore year career at Loyola Marymount University.
Angela Ortiz is proud to be serving her second year as
principal of Washington Elementary School. She has been a
member of the Hawthorne School District team since 2002,
serving as a teacher in both elementary and middle school as
well as in support-staff positions of EL special projects and
administration.
Mrs. Ortiz attended Washington Elementary and Hawthorne
Intermediate schools in grades K–8 while growing up in
Angela Ortiz
Hawthorne with her family. She considers it a great honor to
Principal
be able to return “home” and work with the dedicated teachers
and staff at Washington to provide the students with a positive learning
environment committed to achieving academic excellence for all students.
She is looking forward to continuing to work with students, parents and staff
toward a very successful 2013–14 school year!
Mrs. Ortiz is a graduate of UCLA and received her master’s degree in
educational leadership and policy studies and her administrative credential
from California State University, Northridge. She is currently a resident of
Hawthorne and, when not working, enjoys spending time with her family and
friends.
York Elementary
11838 S. York Ave., Hawthorne, CA 90250 • 310/675-1189 • www.hsdyork.org
I wish to welcome back all of our new and returning students
and families to York School! I am looking forward to working with
the students, staff, parents, and community again! It seems just
like I left York just yesterday, but it has been four years that I
was the principal of Kornblum School. I will truly miss the staff,
students and parents there. I wish to thank them all very much
for their assistance and support! I appreciate their dedication to
making improvements, and I know this progress will continue!
Jennifer
I’m glad to once again be a Superstar! The fifth-grade students
Beekman
were
in kindergarten my last year here. I am thrilled to see their
Principal
physical and academic growth and maturity, and I’m excited to be
part of their last year at York before they move on to middle school.
I have been an educator in the Hawthorne School District for 29 years. Prior
to becoming an administrator, I taught 10 years at Hawthorne Intermediate
and Zela Davis Schools. I also worked at Williams Elementary and Prairie Vista
Middle Schools. I grew up in the Central Valley and graduated from California
State University, Fresno.
After serving as the principal of York for 10 years, I know many families at
various grade levels very well. Please stop by to say hello. Let me know if you
can volunteer, and let me know how I can assist you. I wish to continue the
outstanding parent support at our school!
We are going to all have an outstanding school year!
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