Roosevelt Elementary School

951 Dowling Blvd.
San Leandro, CA 94577 (map)
Phone: 510-667-3584

Principal: Victoria Forrester
Grades: K-5
Enrollment: 501
Mascot: Hornets
Website: www.roosevelt-hornets.com
SLED-School Liaison: Julie Helmbrecht

School Mission Statement

Roosevelt’s mission is to provide a safe environment where high expectations, standards-based differentiated curriculum, and life-long learning are the norm for all students, as well as adults. We are working towards improving all students’ scores on the high-stakes assessments, as well as narrowing and eventually closing the achievement gap through culturally responsive teaching, a rigorous academic program, and equitable practices. We believe this can be accomplished through a practice of open and honest communication, high expectations for every child, courageous conversations around race, partnerships with our families, and a commitment by all that values each child’s voice. We invite our families and community members to partner with us and join us on this exciting journey.

Student Enrollment by Ethnic Group

2009-10 Percentage

African American 16.8%
American Indian 0.4%
Asian 10.3%
Filipino 2.9%
Hispanic or Latino 29.3%
Pacific Islander 0.2%
White 35.6%
Two or More 4.6%
None Reported -

Success Stories:

• Latest Parent Leadership program had 57 graduates and increased parent involvement at Roosevelt.
• GAP Corporation sponsored low-income families at Roosevelt for the 2010 holiday season.
• Fourteen Roosevelt teachers are involved in the Mills Scholar program for professional development.
• Roosevelt Physical Education teacher Kathey Tronvig received nutrition curriculum from DonorsChoose.

Wish List:

• 6 document cameras
• 6 laptops
• White xerox paper
• Longman's Dictionary for American English