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Kahlil Gibran School applies strong importance on literature and the writing process. Teachers develop thematic units supported by diverse reading materials and the school provides students with the opportunity to create their own bound books. This enhances their skills in planning, writing, editing and drawing. The Kahlil Gibran School community takes pride in accomplishments of the district and its educational advancements. The district itself prides itself on working with parents, staff, and the community to make certain that each child understands that learning is not only in the classroom but extends to many activities throughout their lives.

Kahlil Gibran School students are learning basic educational skills in math, reading, science, social studies, music, art, and computer. Technology is at the top of the list of studies, to ensure every student can and will attain their full potential in every field of study. Parents of students attending Kahlil Gibran School are appreciative of the excellent teachers, the high standards of the district, and the curriculum of the school. They observe their children learning and achieving at their full potential while enjoying all the school has to offer in education along with extra curricular activities.

The success Kahlil Gibran School students enjoy would not be possible without the support of the community. Educational programs and services are designed to meet the varying needs of all students and will not discriminate against any individual for reasons of race, creed, color, gender, national origin, economic status or handicap. Teachers work to ensure early literacy and language arts skills of the youngest students, ensuring their ability to read, write and think critically in all curricular areas including math, science, social studies, art, music, library skills, and physical education.


Overview

Kahlil Gibran School

Yonkers City School District

18 Rosedale Road
Yonkers, NY 10710

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Urban Fringe of a Large City (Suburb: Large)

914-376-8580 (Phone)

Serving Grades: PK-5, UE

Principal: Miriam Digneo

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Student Enrollment Information

Pre-KKindergarten
(Full Day)
1st2nd3rd4th5thUngraded
Elementary
3043383927253040

Additional Student Information

Total Students
272
Attendance Rate
93%
Suspensions
4
Year Statistics Were Compiled
2005
Student / Teacher Ratio
14.3
Free Lunch
123
Reduced Lunch
40
Student Ethnicities

Student Gender

Staff Information

Full Time Principals
1
Full Time Assistant Principals
0
Other Full Time Professional Staff
2
Full Time Teachers
19
Part Time Principals
0
Part Time Assistant Principals
0
Part Time Teachers
0
Other Part Time Professional Staff
0

Adequate Yearly Progress Decisions

Sub-Group Names
Satisfactory
School Year
Subject:Elementary / Middle School English Language Arts
All Students
Yes
2006
Black Or African American
Yes
2006
White
Yes
2006
Subject:Elementary / Middle School Math
All Students
Yes
2006
Black Or African American
Yes
2006
White
Yes
2006
Subject:Elementary / Middle School Science
All Students
Yes
2006

Regents Results

Subject
Year
# Tested
Percent Passing
 

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