January Parent Newsletter 2026

Dear Gascón Elementary Families,

Welcome to 2026! Happy New Year to our Gascón students, staff, and families. We are incredibly grateful for your continued support throughout 2025, and we are excited to continue working together in the year ahead. Educating children is truly an “all hands on deck” effort, and we deeply appreciate the strong partnership between our staff and families that supports our students’ success.

We hope the winter break provided everyone with time to relax, recharge, and enjoy quality moments with family and friends.

As we return to school, this is a great opportunity to re-establish daily routines. Adjusting bedtimes, setting consistent morning routines, and creating schedules can help ensure students arrive at school on time and ready to learn. After a few weeks off, getting back into the groove can be challenging, but students thrive when they are well-rested and not rushed in the mornings. If you need support in setting up these routines, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your child’s classroom teacher—they are always happy to help.

Please remember to update your contact information in PowerSchool if you have a new phone number or address. If you need assistance, feel free to contact the school office at 323-721-2025.

A few reminders for this month:

• No school on Monday, January 19, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day

• Our 100th day of school will be celebrated on January 30

• Parent workshops through PEBSAF will also begin on January 30

For additional details, please refer to the rest of the newsletter.

Thank you for entrusting us with the education of your children. We look forward to working alongside you to ensure a bright and successful future for all our students. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

As always, thank you for your continued support—and GOOOOOO TIGERS!

Warm regards,

David A. Hernandez & Ms. Guzman

Gascón Elementary

Winter Break: December 23 - January 12

Start of Classes: January 13

SSC/ELAC Meeting: January 13

Coffee with the Principal: January 14

Tiger Television: January 14

Parent Volunteer Meeting: January 15

Earthquake Drill: January 16

Martin Luther King Jr Day: January 19 (No School)

PTO Association Meeting: January 22

Saturday School: January 24

Dental Screening (TK/K): January 22

Parent Workshop #1 (Social Emotional Learning): January 22

100th Day of School: January 30

Student of the Month: January 30

On Thursday, December 4, we were excited to welcome Wetlands on Wheels to Gascón Elementary! Students had the opportunity to explore the wonders of wetland ecosystems through hands-on activities, learn about local wildlife, and discover the importance of protecting our natural environment. It was an engaging and educational experience that sparked curiosity and excitement for science in all our students.

A big thank you to Wetlands on Wheels for bringing this interactive program to our school and helping our students connect with nature in such a meaningful way!

Last month, during the last week before Winter Break, we celebrated Spirit Week at Gascón Elementary! Students participated in a variety of fun themes and activities to get into the holiday spirit, showing off their creativity and school pride each day.

It was wonderful to see our students excitedly join in the celebrations, and their energy and enthusiasm made the week truly special. A big thank you to all our teachers and staff who helped organize the activities and made Spirit Week a fun and memorable experience for everyone!

Last month our school held our Annual Christmas Door Decorating Contest, sponsored by our wonderful PTO! The contest brought festive cheer to our school as each class creatively decorated their doors with holiday themes. After much excitement and voting, we are thrilled to announce that Mrs. Romero’s 1st grade class won the contest and earned a well-deserved pizza party! A big thank you to all the students and teachers who participated and made this event so special. Below are some pictures from the participating classes showcasing their amazing holiday designs. Congratulations again to Mrs. Romero’s class for their festive win!

Last month, our AYA Soccer Team had an exciting match against Winter Gardens Elementary School at Eastmont Intermediate School. Our team demonstrated incredible sportsmanship, determination, and teamwork throughout the game, giving their very best effort on the field. Their hard work paid off with a well-earned victory, finishing with a final score of 3–2. Even more impressive, the team went undefeated all season, a true testament to their commitment and perseverance. We are extremely proud of our students for representing our school with such positive energy and teamwork. Thank you to all the players, coaches, and supporters who made this game a memorable experience. We look forward to seeing continued growth and excitement from our soccer team in future games!

Last month, we hosted our Winter Movie Night Fundraiser on Friday, December 12, and it was a wonderful success. Families came together to enjoy a fun evening filled with movies, snacks, and school spirit. We are grateful to everyone who attended and helped make this event so special. A heartfelt thank you to our PTO, volunteers, and supporters whose hard work and generosity made this fundraiser possible. Events like this strengthen our school community and help support programs and activities for our students.

Last month, we were thrilled to host our Winter Performances at Gascón Elementary! The events were a wonderful success, and our parents and community members were delighted by the students’ talent and hard work.

A huge congratulations to our teachers and students for their dedication and effort in putting together such amazing performances. Their creativity, preparation, and enthusiasm truly shone on stage, making this a memorable experience for everyone.

Thank you to all who attended and supported our students—it was a joyful celebration of music, talent, and community!

On Friday, December 19, Gascón Elementary was filled with holiday cheer as Santa Claus made a special visit to our school! Students from Head Start through 5th grade had the wonderful opportunity to meet Santa and receive a free gift. It was a truly magical experience that brought smiles, joy, and memories that will last a lifetime for our students.

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our amazing PTO for their hard work in decorating and transforming our school into a festive winter wonderland. We are also incredibly grateful to our generous donors who made this event possible. Your kindness and support helped make this holiday season extra special for our Gascón students.

To go along with the tradition of making New Year’s resolutions, our first topic of 2025 will focus on goal setting. At home, we encourage you to have your child reflect on their strengths over the past year and help them identify areas for growth in the year ahead.

Working together, support your child in setting both short-term and long-term goals. Focusing on small, achievable milestones can help build confidence and create a clear path toward their ultimate goals for the school year.

To learn more about how you can support your child in setting and achieving goals, please check out the following resource:

http://www.naesp.org/sites/default/files/RtP_Goals.pdf

A Message from the School Nurse

Limiting the spread of germs that cause illness is a shared goal of our school community. During cold and flu season, it is especially important that we take extra precautions to keep everyone healthy. Families can help by following the guidelines below:

• Handwashing is one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of germs. Hands should be washed after blowing one’s nose, using the restroom, and before eating. Please remind your child to wash their hands frequently.

• If your child is ill, please keep them home until they have been fever-free, diarrhea-free, and vomit-free for 24 hours without the use of medication.

• If your child has a rash that may be contagious, please do not send them to school. Contact your doctor for advice or an evaluation.

• If your child or a sibling has been exposed to chickenpox, measles, mumps, or any contagious rash, please notify the school nurse as soon as possible.

• Please inform the school nurse if your child has tested positive for mononucleosis (mono), strep throat, or influenza A or B.

By working together, we can help keep our school community healthy. Thank you for your cooperation and support.

— Nesreen Trinidad, School Nurse

We are excited to announce that the Montebello Community Adult School is returning and will now be hosted here at Gascon Elementary School (previously held at Eastmont Community Center). These free classes will support our community by offering:

• Citizenship Preparation

• English Language Classes

📍 Location: Room D114

📅 Start Date: January 12, 2026
🕒 Schedule:

• Monday – Thursday

• Morning Session: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM

• Afternoon Session: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

A flyer with more information will be attached. We encourage our families and community members to take advantage of this opportunity!

Dear Parents and Students,

We are excited to announce that Friday, January 30 will be our 100th Day of School! This milestone is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate all the learning, growth, and accomplishments our students have achieved so far this year.

To make the day even more fun, we encourage all students to come dressed as if they are 100 years old! Whether it’s gray hair, glasses, canes, or any other creative ideas to look like a centenarian, we can’t wait to see your imaginative outfits.

✨ Prizes will be awarded to students with the most amazing 100-year-old looks! ✨

Let’s make this day extra special as we celebrate 100 days of learning, laughter, and growth. We look forward to seeing everyone in their best “100-year-old” costumes! 🧓👵

We are excited to announce that Gascón Elementary will be partnering with PEBSAF to offer a series of parent workshops designed to support our school community. By popular demand, we are bringing this program back for a second year! Last year’s workshops focused on Growth Mindset, and this year we will focus on Social Emotional Learning (SEL), providing valuable strategies for parents to support their children’s development at home and at school.

The workshops will take place every Thursday morning, from January 22 through March 12, and will be conducted in Spanish. There will be 8 sessions in total, each building on the previous one, so we encourage parents to attend as many sessions as possible.

Session Dates & Topics:

• January 22: Introduction to SEL: What Parents need to know

• January 29: Self-Awareness

• February 5: Self-Management

• February 12: Social Awareness

• February 19: Relationship Skills

• February 26: Responsible decision making

• March 5: Diversity, equity, and inclusion

• March 12: Reflection, Review, and Parent Graduation Ceremony

This is a wonderful opportunity to gain practical tools that can help you foster a positive and supportive environment for your child’s growth and learning.

Our district is still working to fill several important music and art teaching positions for this school year, and we would love your help! If you know someone who is passionate about the arts and enjoys working with students, please share this opportunity with them.

We are currently hiring for:

• 🎶 7 Elementary Music Teachers

• 🎨 1 Intermediate School Art Teacher

• 🎤 1 High School Choir & Guitar Teacher

If someone you know might be interested, they can apply or request more information by contacting turner_mary@montebello.k12.ca.us or calling (323) 887-7900 x2154.

Thank you for helping us bring more creative and passionate educators to our schools so our students can continue to experience a strong arts education!

The start of a new year is the perfect time to help children reflect on their achievements and set meaningful goals for the months ahead. Goal setting teaches responsibility, perseverance, and helps children develop a growth mindset.

Try:

• Reflect on strengths: Ask your child what they are proud of accomplishing last year.

• Identify areas for growth: Talk about one or two things they’d like to improve or learn this year.

• Set achievable goals: Help them create short-term steps that lead to a bigger goal, like reading a certain number of books or improving in math.

• Celebrate progress: Recognize small successes along the way to encourage persistence and confidence.

• Model goal setting: Share your own personal or family goals to show how planning and effort lead to growth.

Encouraging children to set goals helps them take ownership of their learning, build confidence, and develop habits that support lifelong growth. January is the perfect month to plant these seeds for success!

As we start the new year, January is a perfect time to reset routines and focus on your child’s physical, emotional, and academic well-being. Small, consistent habits can help students feel energized, confident, and ready to tackle new challenges.

✨ Reestablish Routines
After winter break, gradually reset bedtime, morning routines, and healthy eating habits. Consistent routines help children feel secure, stay focused in class, and maintain energy throughout the day.

✨ Stay Active
Encourage daily movement, whether it’s walking, stretching, dancing, or outdoor play. Physical activity boosts mood, reduces stress, and supports healthy growth.

✨ Set Healthy Goals
Talk with your child about one or two personal wellness goals for the month—like trying a new fruit or vegetable, drinking enough water, or exercising each day. Celebrate small successes to build confidence and motivation.

✨ Check In Emotionally
The new year can bring excitement, anticipation, or anxiety. Take time to ask how your child is feeling and offer support, encouragement, and guidance as they navigate new challenges.

Starting the year with these simple habits helps students build healthy routines, resilience, and focus, setting them up for a successful and energized school year.

This month, our students are focusing on Responsible Decision-Making—practicing how to make thoughtful and safe choices both in school and beyond. Developing this skill helps children understand the impact of their actions, take accountability, and solve problems effectively.

Key Skills for Students:

• Problem-Solving: Identifying options and considering consequences before acting.

• Accountability: Taking responsibility for choices and learning from mistakes.

• Reflection: Thinking about what went well and what could be improved.

Parent Tip: Encourage your child to talk through decisions at home. Ask questions like, “What are your options?” or “What might happen if you choose this?” Guiding children to think critically about their choices helps build confidence, independence, and responsible behavior.

By practicing responsible decision-making, students strengthen skills that support success in school, relationships, and everyday life.

At Joseph Gascon Elementary School, we are proud to teach AVID strategies in all of our third, fourth, and fifth grade classes. By focusing on academic language, responsible behavior, and higher-level thinking at a young age, we help students build the academic habits they will need to succeed in middle school, high school, college, and beyond.

Each Monday, college flags are proudly displayed outside every classroom, and throughout the year students create projects highlighting different college campuses. Our goal is to provide every student with a strong academic foundation and a clear path toward college and career success.

Critical Reading Strategies: Marking the Text

This month, our district is focusing on Critical Reading Strategies, with an emphasis on Marking the Text. This strategy helps students actively engage with what they are reading by highlighting key ideas, underlining important details, and jotting down questions or reactions in the margins.

Why it Matters:
Marking the text encourages deeper comprehension, critical thinking, and helps students retain important information. It also provides a useful reference for discussions, assignments, and tests.

Parent Tip: Encourage your child to annotate as they read at home. They can underline main ideas, circle unfamiliar words, or write brief notes about what they think is important. This simple habit helps build stronger reading skills and supports learning across all subjects.

By practicing critical reading and marking the text, students become more thoughtful, engaged readers and develop skills that will help them succeed academically.

As part of our AVID program, our 5th-grade students had an exciting opportunity to visit Biola University (Bible Institute of Los Angeles)! During the trip, students explored the campus, learned about college life, and participated in engaging, hands-on activities that encouraged curiosity, critical thinking, and goal-setting.

This experience gave students a first real look at what college is like and inspired them to start thinking about their own future academic paths. It was exciting to see them ask thoughtful questions, explore the campus, and envision themselves as college students one day.

Check out the photos below to see our 5th graders dreaming big and exploring the opportunities that await them!

We are excited to recognize our outstanding students who have achieved perfect attendance during the month of November! Their commitment to being present every day not only demonstrates dedication to learning but also sets a wonderful example for their peers.

Consistent attendance is essential for academic success and helps build a strong, connected school community. We encourage parents to celebrate these achievements at home and continue supporting our students in their educational journey.

Together, let’s inspire all our children to strive for excellence! 🐯❤️

Perfect Attendance Student List (268 Students):

Vivyanna Acosta O Brien (3), Liana Aguilar (2), Geissie Aguilar (5), Josh Aguilar (3), Matthew Aguilar Ramirez (4), Argelia Ajtun Hernandez (5), Aria Alamillo (5), Kenneth Alvarado Diaz (4), Sebastian Alvarez Navarrete (0), Isabella Amador (5), Roberto Amador (3), Izaiah Arana (2), Christopher Arevalo (3), Gissell Argueta (3), Amari Atkins Salinas (3), Elijah Avalos (5), Nathalie Ayala (0), Sofia Baez (4), Francisco Baez (2), Sara Baez Contreras (1), Joshua Balino Mendoza (0), Kayson Banks (3), Braydon Barraza Rodriguez (0), Brandon Barraza Rodriguez (5), Mariah Barrios (5), Walter Batres Parra (3), Dominic Berrios (1), Abraham Bonilla (2), Aubrey Bonilla (2), Drayden Cadena (1), Ethan Cadena (1), Jose Camarena (0), Allison Cano Diaz (5), Sebastian Cardenas (0), Eivia Carrasco Avalos (5), Andres Casas (5), Abraham Casillas (4), Yassine Castanedo (2), Younesse Castanedo (2), Dalayla Castillo Granados (3), Leroy Castruita (0), Itzel Catarino (0), Adam Ceballos (2), Xiomara Celaya (4), Mariano Celaya (1), Emma Cervantes (5), Santiago Cervantes (3), Leah Chavarria Mairena (3), Natalia Chavez (1), Delilah Chavez (0), Emeli Chavira Flores (1), Jason Chow (3), Elmer Chun (4), Alessandra Chun Pojoy (0), Isabella Clemente Mendez (1), Melinda Contreras (5), Jayden Contreras (2), Lyan Contreras Cervantes (2), Abigail Corona (1), Luna Coronel Perez (2), Alice Coronel Perez (1), Aiden Corrales (1), Israel Cortes (2), Alexa Cortes Olaguiver (0), Hector Cuellar (4), Emmett Davila (3), Dylan De Jesus Torres (3), Samantha De la Torre (5), Dyllon De Paz Cortez (1), Damian De Paz Cortez (5), Ethan Diaz (0), Emily Diaz Perez (3), Oscar Dominguez (3), Aaron Duran (0), Luis Esparza (4), Emmanuel Esparza-Ferrer (3),Dario Espinosa (4), Jayden Espinoza Arellano (4), Blue Espinoza-Arellano (5), Brandon Esquivel (2), Carmina Estevez (4), Adriana Estevez (5), Emily Estrada Asencio (2), Emma Flores (4), Connie Flores (4), Jonathan Franco (5), Liliana Fregoso (0), Camila Galindo (2), Danny Garcia (4), Hillary Garcia (4), Alani Garcia (2), Odalys Garcia (5), Daniel Garcia Esquivel (1), Rosie Garcia Orozco (0), Sol Garcia Pedroza (0), Zareen Garcia Ramos (3), Evalilly Garcia-Orozco (0), Brandon Gomez Chamorro (2), Aaron Gonzales (2), Jacob Gonzales Zamora (5), Anifer Gonzalez (2), Zoe Gonzalez (5), Luis Govea (5), Avery Grajeda (4), Angelique Granciano Collazo (2), Alyssa Guardado (2), Mathew Guerrero (0), Elijah Gutierrez (0), Christian Gutierrez (1), Gael Hernandez (4), Alberto Hernandez (4), Ximena Hernandez (4), Oliver Hernandez (5), Penelope Hernandez (1), Sophie Hernandez (1), Elijah Higareda (0), Sofia Hurtado (0), Christopher Ixcoy Herrera (4), Jeremy Johnson (3), mes Johnson (5), Alexander Juarez (5), Santiago Juarez-Michel (1), Luna La Fayette (4), Gilmar Landaverde Zetino (3), Anna Leyva Urias (5), Rodrigo Leyva Urias (1), Josuke Limon Vidal (0), quin Lizarraga (0), Diana Lopez (1), Mathias Lopez Angarita (4), Ricardo Lopez Meza (2), Genesis Lopez-Oxlaj (5), Yahery Lovo Brooks (5), Dylan Lucero (4), Luzdeluna Luna (0), Anderson Luna (3), Marlene Macias (3), Fernando Magallanes (4), Julian Magdaleno (5), Sebastian Maldonado (4), Angel Manzo Govea (2), Ruby Marquez Garcia (0), Daniel Martinez (4), Melanie Martinez (2), Regina Martinez Granciano (0), Estrella Martinez Mena (1), Noe Martinez Salazar (5), Ethan Martinez Salazar (0), Raylen Martinez-Barajas (0), Jaylen Martinez-Barajas (0), Kayden Mateos (1), Dayden Mateos (1), Diana McKinney (3), Alejandro Medrano (2), Enzo Melendez (1), Layla Melendez (2), Dylan Menjivar Hercules (1), Alexa Merino (5), Ian Meza Rivera (4), Viviana Millan (3), Brandon Millan (2), Alejandro Montano (3), Ethan Morales (3), Camila Moreno Reyes (2), Aaleah Munoz (0), Matthew Navarro Rodriguez (5), Makayla Nicolas (4), Jacqueline Nicolas (5), Kataleya Nunez (3), Christian Ochoa (5), Jayleen Olivares (4), Carlos Olivares Contreras (3), Ariana Olivares Contreras (0), David Olivares Zambrano (0), Evelyn Olivares Zambrano (3), Abel Angel Olivas Medina (5), Jorge Orozco Perez (3), Adalynn Ortega (1), Damian Ortiz (1), Mariela Ortiz Perez (1), Jayden Padilla (3), Daylinn Pedro Sebastian (3), Franck Pedro Sebastian (0), Emiliano Perez (5), Bella Perez (2), Yaritza Perez (0), Phillip Perez (0), Leia Perez (0), Isael Perez (4), Diego Perez (3), Leah Perez (5), Valentina Perez Gutierrez (3), Iker Perez Juarez (1), Aisam Perez Perez (0), Aidan Perez Robles (4), Dilan Perez Rojas (0), Reyez Perez Rojas (5), Bella Pimentel (4), Zoey Pimentel (2), Monzerrat Ramirez (4), Stella Ramirez (1), Lucia Ramirez (4), Emilio Ramirez-Diaz (0), Isabella Rivera (3), Alexandria Rivera (5), Sofia Rivera (0), Hugo Rivera Ramos (5), Averiey Rodarte (2), Edgar Rodriguez Contreras (4), Lorenzo Rodriguez Contreras (2), Leilanie Rojas (5), Stephanie Romero (0), Dianna Romero (3), Mateo Rosales Zaragoza (3), Alessandra Rosas (1), Aubrieh Ruiz (5), Cain Salazar Contreras (5), Adan Sanchez (4), Jayla Santos (3), Karla Santos Manzo (0), Janikua Santos Manzo (3), Isaac Santos Torija (5), Kasey Serrano Garcia (2), Dulce Sis (2), Joseph Solano (5), Sebastian Solis Dominguez (1), Dylan Sontay Ixcoy (3), Stanley Sontay Sanchez (5), Yaretssy Sontay Tzarax (4), Ryan Soria (0), Milly Soria (3), Andy Soriano (3), Nayeli Soriano (2), Alexander Taylor (1), June Tellez (2), Gael Teodoro (5), Scarlett Tolentino (3), Itzel Topete Hernandez (5), Carlos Alfonso Topete Hernandez (1), Valery Torres Arevalo (0), Philly Torrez (1), Alexander Urbina (3), Analie Valdez (5), Alexa Valencia Arratia (5), Zoey Valencia Rangel (5), Jeremias Valenzuela (0), Marisol Vasquez (5), Liliana Vasquez (1), Jenifer Vasquez Ajanel (1), Emily Vazquez (5), Julianna Vazquez (3), Maya Vazquez Herrera (5), Aniha Vazquez Rivera (5), Landon Vega (2), Bella Vega (5), Liam Velasco (3), Susanna Velasquez (2), Jesus Villalba Rios (5), Kamila Villalobos (5), Ruby Villalobos (0), Angel Villalobos (0), Aidan Villarreal (4), Gabriela Xiloj Morales (4), Natalia Xiloj Morales (1), Nicholas Zambrano (5), Esther Zavaleta-Orozco (3), Yohana Zuniga Membreno (1), Edgar Zuniga Membreno (3)

Our students have been hard at work with the Youth Cinema Project, and they just completed their first set of videos! Through this program, students learn storytelling, filming, and editing skills while expressing their creativity and sharing their perspectives.

We are so proud of their effort, collaboration, and the amazing stories they created. Check out their videos and celebrate their accomplishments with us:

• Video 1

• Video 2

• Video 3

• Video 4

We are so proud of our students’ creativity, dedication, and hard work—great job, Gascon filmmakers!

Formerly known as ICES Education, Action Youth America (AYA) has proudly served California families for over 30 years. We are dedicated to providing top-quality service in academics, sports, and various educational areas. Our programs are grounded in a foundation of excellence and time-tested methods, establishing us as one of the leading providers of before and after-school programs in the United States.

Our Commitment to Academic Excellence

At AYA, we recognize the importance of complementing the instructional day with additional academic support to help students reach their full potential. Our academically driven program ensures that students receive the extra help they need to thrive.

• Academic Coordination: Our Academic Coordinator, Stefanie, is committed to aligning our programs with school and district needs to ensure optimal academic support.
• Common Core Expertise: AYA staff are formally trained in Common Core learning expectations and are skilled in developing curricula that adhere to these principles. We also offer assistance in curriculum writing.
• Comprehensive Support: We provide targeted interventions, state testing preparation camps, and ongoing modeling and training to support student success.

We are dedicated to enhancing educational experiences and supporting students in achieving their academic goals. Thank you for choosing AYA as your partner in education.

For more information about our programs and services, please contact us or visit our website.

ELO Link: https://sites.google.com/montebello.k12.ca.us/eloafterschool/home

ELO Application Link: rb.gy/g4h8n

We are proud to partner with Elevo Learning, a program dedicated to helping students build confidence, character, and healthy habits through engaging and active learning experiences. Elevo combines physical activity, social-emotional learning, and academic enrichment to help students grow both inside and outside the classroom.\

Our Mission

Elevo’s mission is to transform the well-being of students by making movement and learning fun, purposeful, and inclusive. Through structured play, team-building activities, and enrichment lessons, students develop key life skills such as teamwork, leadership, and perseverance.

What Students Experience

• Active Enrichment: Fun, movement-based activities that promote fitness and teamwork.

• Social-Emotional Learning: Lessons that help students build confidence, empathy, and communication skills.

• Academic Support: Engaging sessions that reinforce classroom learning and strengthen academic growth.

We are excited to see our students thrive through Elevo’s dynamic after-school program, where learning and movement come together to create joyful, well-rounded experiences.

For more information about Elevo programs, please visit: 🔗 Elevo Learning Website

Here are some more pictures of our school from 1974–1978. Some of these photos include members of Mr. Hernandez’s family—his uncles and aunts—who also attended Gascon Elementary, formerly Eastmont Elementary School.

The Montebello Unified School District is providing advanced technology and increased access to learning opportunities for the District’s learning community. The District has installed an intra-net “MUSD-Net” providing networked computing with an Internet gateway.

MUSD Vision Statement

Empowering Students to Achieve Academic Excellence as Model Citizens.

Joseph A. Gascon Mission Statement

The learning community of Joseph A. Gascon Elementary is committed to cultivate excellence in Language Arts, Mathematics, English Language Development, Science and Physical Education. We emphasize on opportunities for all stakeholders to be critical thinkers, communicators, creators, and technology integrators. We are committed to providing a safe, stimulating and caring learning environment. Our goal is produce self-motivated, ethical, and successful individuals that can compete and succeed in a global setting.

Address: 630 South Leonard Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90022

Office: (323 )721-2025 Fax: (323) 887-3034

Office Hours: 7:30am - 3:00pm