Cabrillo???????????????? Elementary School is one of few schools in the San Diego Unified School District to attract positive attention recently by being the only school in the district to expand its Gifted and Talented Education(GATE) program up to 6th grade and also by integrating strategies in 6th grade.

Additionally, the school offers a GATE program that is a nurturing and challenging one in which teachers utilize advanced thinking tools and depth of knowledge strategies in order to provide enriched learning experiences not only for students formally identified as gifted but also for all students. According to school officials, such an approach, in their opinion, helps students acquire such essential skills.

Moreover, Cabrillo Elementary continues to focus on the community as well as on the academic side of the school and through various outreach programs that intend to make families feel comfortable and involved in school life.

Q1. Does Cabrillo Elementary School have care for kids before or after school?

Ans. The availability of extended day programs may change from year to year, and they are usually set up by district or community partners.

Q2. Is there a way for parents to get involved at the school?

Ans. Yes, parents are encouraged to get involved through parent groups, school events, and volunteer work.

Q3. Does Cabrillo Elementary help students who are learning English?

Ans. The school helps students who need extra language instruction learn English.

Q4. Do students get meals during the school day?

Ans. Cabrillo Elementary is part of district meal programs that give breakfast and lunch to students who qualify.

Q5. How does the school get in touch with parents and guardians?

Ans. Newsletters, school messaging systems, and meetings between parents and teachers are all common ways for people to talk to each other.