Welcome to Bancroft Elementary

Welcome to Bancroft Elementary, where we take collective responsibility for the success of each and every child. We are a school rooted in love, equity, and growth; we love and accept children for who they are, as they are, by celebrating their inherent worth, while cultivating and embracing a culture of belonging for all. As a designated Community School, we recognize that our community evolves, and we are committed to continuously improving as individuals in order to meet the ever-changing needs of our students and their families. At Bancroft, we will be relentless in our efforts to remove barriers, address disparities, and foster a true sense of hope and promise for every student who walks through our doors. Bancroft serves Pre-Kindergarten through fifth grade. Bancroft is honored to serve our students and families with a caring, compassionate team of educators and staff. Enroll today!

We are SAFE, We are RESPECTFUL, We are RESPONSIBLE, We are KIND, We are BANCROFT!

School Announcements:

Dear Families,

At Bancroft, we believe that when families and educators work together, our students thrive.

Our Parent and Family Engagement Policy is our shared promise to you. It outlines how we will work hand-in-hand to support your child’s learning, keep communication open and honest, and create a welcoming school community where every family feels heard and valued. Copies of the Parent and Family Engagement Policy can also be found in our main office.

Why You'll Love Bancroft

A Proud Community School Hub: Bancroft is a designated Community School, meaning we serve as a neighborhood hub to connect our families with vital resources, workshops, and comprehensive support services.
Dedicated Family & Student Support: Our on-site Community Schools Facilitator works hand-in-hand with families and local partners to bridge the gap between school and home, ensuring every student has what they need to thrive.
Heart & Mind Education: Through the research-backed Second Step Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) program, we teach our students empathy, resilience, and emotional regulation to help them succeed in and out of the classroom.
Top-Tier Academics for Every Child: We place a powerful emphasis on evidence-based, researched Tier 1 instruction, ensuring that every student receives high-quality, engaging, and effective teaching right from the start.
A Safety Net of Support Staff: We surround our students with a dedicated team of specialists, including an Academic Behavior Interventionist and a Literacy Coach to ensure that every student receives the support that is unique to their needs.
A Strong Foundation for Early Literacy: Our specialized Elementary Extended Learning and Early Intervention Teacher provides targeted, crucial reading support for our K-2 students, setting them up for a lifetime of academic success.
Early Childhood: Our Preschool Special Day Class (SDC) and General Education Preschool provides a nurturing, structured environment that gives our youngest learners the early intervention and specialized tools they need to thrive.
Tailored Supports for Diverse Learners: Our Special Day Classes (SDC) offer highly individualized, specialized instruction designed to meet students' unique learning goals while ensuring they are an integral part of our school community.
Comprehensive Mental Health Support: With a dedicated on-site mental health provider, we offer a safe, supportive environment where every student’s emotional well-being is prioritized and nurtured.
A Caring & Connected Community: Our vibrant, active PTA brings families and educators together to create unforgettable school traditions, fund enrichment, and support our classrooms.

Important Information:

On Wednesday, December 13th, ABC 10's, "If You Give a Child a Book: Story Time" event was held at Bancroft Elementary. Anchor Melissa Mecija visited our school and read to Ms. Cooper's 3rd grade class. All of her students were able to select five books to take home and keep! Watch the video to see the amazing event.

Watch the Video Here!

Bancroft Community School will educate each child to high standards of achievement through dynamic programs that respond to individual needs and create opportunities for success.

Before and after school, the area in front of the school marquee is designated as a student drop-off and pick-up area or "loading zone." This means cars may not park in this area between the hours of 7:45 am–8:30 am and 2:15–3:00 pm (1:00 pm–1:45 pm on Tuesdays). Cars may pull along this curb for student drop-off and pick-up but may not park during those specified times.

If you pick up your children after school, please meet them ONLY at the following places:

On the playground near the Peace Circle.
In front of the school, near the marquee, in the car pick-up zone.
At the classroom door. (Kindergarten parents only)

If you prefer to stay in your car, please use the car pick-up zone by the marquee. Just line up with the rest of the cars, and school staff will supervise your children until your car reaches the pick-up zone.

If you prefer to park on the lower dirt field when you pick up your child, PLEASE DO NOT tell your child to meet you down there. Please leave your car and meet your child on the playground near the Peace Circle. All students who are not bus riders, who are not in ESS, or who are not picked up in the car pick-up area in front of the school will be taken by their teachers to the playground near the Peace Circle. This is the spot where parents should pick up their children.

Please do not tell your children to meet you at any place except in the car pick-up zone or on the playground.

You can apply for the Federal Free/Reduced-Price Lunch Program ANY time during the school year. Lunch applications are always available in the school office. If your household size goes up, income goes down, if you start receiving Food Stamps, FIP, FDPIR or other benefits, or if there is a job loss you should consider re-applying.

Apply For Free/Reduced Lunch

Steps to take if you're concerned about your child at school:

Make sure your child gets 10-11 hours of sleep each night.
Make sure your child receives nutritious meals daily.
Make sure your child is at school on time every day.
Have a consistent homework routine.
Talk to your child. What does your child feel he/she is struggling with?
Talk to your child's teacher. Does the teacher also have concerns?
Talk to the counselor or the principal.
Consider a medical evaluation. This step can help rule out any medical issues that could affect school success (vision, hearing, allergies, asthma, ADHD, etc.)

We are excited about new technology applications at our school!

Each classroom now has a SmartBoard (interactive whiteboard). Our teachers are learning all the amazing things they can do to engage students in learning using the SmartBoards. This also enables the teacher to project a variety of things on the screen for the students to view. These SmartBoards take the place of old film and slide projectors, DVD players, VCRs, and even the big-screen televisions.

All of our teachers in grades 2-5 have audio systems that help the students hear the teacher better. The teacher wears a microphone, and a speaker is located in the back of the room. We have also ordered these systems for our kindergarten and first grade classes, so they will arrive soon. An additional microphone can be used by students when they make presentations to the class.

Schedule

Mon 8:30 - 2:50
Tue 8:30 - 1:35
Wed 8:30 - 2:50
Thu 8:30 - 2:50
Fri 8:30 - 2:50

Campus opens/student supervision begins at 8:00. Breakfast is served daily until 8:15.

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Contact Us

8805 Tyler Street
Spring Valley, CA 91977

Monday – Friday, 7:30 - 3:30

(619) 668-5890
(619) 668-8335
BAN@lmsvschools.org

PrincipalNathan Saucedo

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