Buena Vista Elementary School

1500 Queens Way, Eugene, OR 97401

(541) 790-6500

Fax: (541) 790-6505

School web site

Grades:

1-5

Enrollment:

247

Principal:

Juan Cuadros <cuadros_j@4j.lane.edu>

Secretary:

Jan Hahn <hahn@4j.lane.edu>

School Hours:

8:20 - 2:30
Early Release: Wednesdays 1:30
Breakfast Menu | Lunch Menu

Middle School Region: Monroe
High School Region: Sheldon

Mission Statement:

This program is designed as an opportunity for native English-speaking students to become bi-literate in a second language and to develop an appreciation of cultures of Spanish-speaking people.

Program Description:

Research indicates bilingual students gain deeper insights into ways of thinking and expressing themselves. Learning two languages increases the strength of literacy in both. Skills acquired include: High level of knowledge in literacy and math skills in both English and Spanish... Appreciation of multiple cultures and sensitivity to people who speak other languages, as well as a worldwide perspective... Foundations of knowledge in the other curriculum areas, such as science, social studies and health.

School Highlights:

Full immersion program in Spanish
Commitment to literacy in two languages
Commitment to cultural awareness
Very involved parents
Outstanding music and PE program, with both before- and after-school music opportunities

School Improvement Goals:

To understand Spanish when spoken by a native speaker and to lay the foundation for speaking Spanish with near-native fluency and accuracy
To read age-appropriate Spanish materials
To develop an understanding of and appreciation for the many cultures in which Spanish is spoken
To appreciate how customs and language in the United States have been influenced by many different cultures and to recognize the worth and contributions of all people currently living in the United States
To perform as well or better in reading, writing, speech and math than students who are taught only in English

Other Information:

Buena Vista is a full-immersion Spanish program for 1st, 2nd and 3rd grade. In 4th and 5th grade, students spend one week in Spanish and one week in English.

School Colors:

Green and Black

ODE school report cards and AYP reports