In May of the last academic year, guest author Hans Ness visited Fernando Rivera Intermediate to speak with students about his book 'Rolo the Pet Earthling'. The visit included a campus presentation in which he discussed the writing process and themes from the book. The event provided students with direct engagement with a published author as part of the school’s literacy programming.

Q1. What is the main focus of instruction at Fernando Rivera Intermediate in Daly City?

Ans. Fernando Rivera Intermediate stresses working together to plan lessons and keeping the same pace for all subjects to make sure that academic expectations are the same across the board.

Q2. How does Fernando Rivera Intermediate teach students in the middle grades to be responsible for their schoolwork?

Ans. Students move into a departmental structure that helps them stay organized, manage their time, and be responsible for their work in all of their classes.

Q3. What systems help students at Fernando Rivera Intermediate do better in school?

Ans. Structured support periods and coordinated intervention strategies are built into the schedule to help students build their basic skills.

Q4. How does Fernando Rivera Intermediate get students ready for high school?

Ans. Academic guidance includes talking about early course pathways and setting performance standards that are in line with what is expected in secondary school.

Q5. In what ways does Fernando Rivera Intermediate reach out to families?

Ans. Family outreach includes conferences, digital notifications, and campus events that give families regular updates on academic programs.