Thomas Edison Elementary
2110 West Chestnut Street (Get Map)
Burbank, CA 91506
Telephone: (818) 558-4644
Fax: (818) 558-5566
Principal: Mrs. Laura Flosi
Welcome to Thomas Edison Elementary School, a wonderful place to grow and learn. Edison lies in the heart of a great residential community in Burbank California and serves about 560 children, kindergarten through fifth grade. All kindergarten through third grade classes enjoy a student/teacher ratio of 20:1. In addition, first and second grade classes have a divided opening so that smaller groups can be given a solid foundation in reading. Our sixty-year old beautifully modernized campus also houses a state preschool and two after school childcare programs.
Edison was named a California Distinguished School in 1998. The school has a reputation for excellent academic preparation and unique enrichment opportunities for children. A wonderful and well-trained staff provides a rigorous standards-based curriculum which prepares all students to be successful. A vast array of parent volunteers supports the teaching staff in many ways: preparing materials, tutoring, facilitating small group activities, and planning and organizing special events.
Edison students are well behaved and demonstrate respect for each other and for the adults who are assisting them on their educational journey. Many special learning opportunities are available for our awesome students: English Language Development, Gifted and Talented, Special Education programs, formal music instruction for all students, after school chorus for 4th and 5th graders, Outdoor Science School for 5th graders, Student Council, computer lab, Science Olympiad, Destination Imagination, and Chess, Computer and Library Clubs.
Come and visit our exemplary school. After all, together we make a difference.
Laura Flosi
Principal
What makes Edison special
- Highly qualified, fully credentialed teachers
- Dedicated and caring support staff
- Class size reduction in grades K - 3 (20:1)
- Standards-based instruction
- Formal music instruction for every class
- Discipline-Based Art Education instruction
- Fully modernized, air-conditioned campus
- Library/Media and Computer Centers
- Involved and committed parents and volunteers
- A large and active PTA
- The C.O.O.L. Foundation (nonprofit fundraising)
Highlights throughout the year
- Art Day/Science Day (alternating years)
- Back to School Family Picnic
- Book Fairs, fall and spring
- Grade level field trips
- Literature Week
- Outdoor Science School for 5th Grade
- School Carnival, Jog-a-Thon, Variety Show (bi-annual)
- Special assemblies to enrich and extend the curriculum
- Spring Dance Festival
Opportunities for student involvement
During school:
- Student Council
- Peer Tutoring
- Cafeteria assistant
- Computer assistant
Student Awards and Recognition
Monthly:
- Charger Club
- Student of the Month
- Essay Contest Winners
At Grading Periods November, March and June:
- Outstanding Citizenship
- Honor Roll
- Punctuality
Student Progress Reporting
Progress reports are given in November, March and on the last day of school in June. Parent conferences are held at the November and March progress report times. Parents may always make an appointment to speak with their child's teacher by calling the school office to leave a message.
News
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News for District Staff and the School Community
Last updated: 10/9/2009 11:31:09 AM