Ponderosa Elementary

www.ponderosa.pusdk12.org

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Ponderosa Elementary School is a public K-5 institution located in Paradise, California, serving as a foundational part of the Paradise Unified School District. The school is known for its commitment to fostering a supportive, student-centered learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. By utilizing a curriculum aligned with state standards, the faculty focuses on building strong literacy and numeracy skills while encouraging students to become active, engaged participants in their own education.

Beyond the classroom, Ponderosa Elementary places a high value on community and character, striving to create a safe atmosphere where students feel encouraged to explore their interests. The school benefits from its location in the Paradise community, leveraging local resources and a collaborative partnership with parents to ensure that students are well-prepared for their future academic endeavors. With a dedicated staff and a focus on inclusivity, Ponderosa remains a vital hub for elementary education in the region.

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School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Paradise Unified
Phone:	(530)872-6470
Website:	http://www.ponderosa.pusdk12.org
Grade Range:	K - 5th
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NSLP Participation:¹	N/A
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* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

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5th